Okahirongo Elephant Lodge

OKAHIRONGO ELEPHANT LODGE

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This tiny oasis of luxury is nestled in the heart of the deserted Kaokoland, ensuring a rare tranquil experience. The dramatic earth-colored architecture perfectly suits the epic landscape.

The magnificent lodge sits atop the banks of the Hoarusib Riverbed and is an impeccably appointed base for your adventures, which include desert game drives with local guides, tracking black rhinos on foot, exploring the phenomenal clay castles, and sipping sundowners as the sun sets over the dunes.

WHY OKAHIRONGO ELEPHANT LODGE

Few people have set foot in this remote location– or experienced the extraordinary desert safaris
Encounter desert-adapted elephants, giraffes, and lions - and meet local tribespeople
The exclusive lodge has just seven well-appointed cabins, with four-poster beds and private terraces
Enjoy delicious food and drink in extraordinary locations: brunch in the bush, sundowners on the dunes, or picnic lunch in the Hoarusib Valley

STAY LONGER, PAY LESS 2022

Enjoy extra on your safari getaway with Sanctuary Retreats' extended stay offer valid for 2022, when you stay at one or more of our properties depending on your season of travel:

Stay 4-6 nights & save up to 30%
Stay 7+ nights & save up to 40%

To find out more about this offer, please refer to the rates of each of our properties.

This tiny oasis of luxury is nestled in the heart of the deserted Kaokoland, ensuring a rare tranquil experience.

Few people have set foot in this remote location– or experienced the extraordinary desert safaris.

LUXURY SUITES

The exclusive lodge has just seven well-appointed cabins, with four-poster beds. Each room has a private terrace with a covered day bed overlooking the desert, plus a bathroom with both indoor and open-air showers. There is also a private family villa, with two bedrooms, two spectacular bathrooms, a private terrace, and a personal lounge.

Meals at Okahirongo Elephant Lodge are all freshly prepared. The camp prides itself on its personalised service and this includes your culinary preferences and needs.

Despite the remote location, the exquisite cuisine always measures up to our very high standards. From delicious dining with spectacular views to sundowners' drinks on the dunes - Okahirongo Elephant Lodge has so much to offer.

EXQUISITE CUISINE

The dining room walls are open to evocative views, a perfectly peaceful setting for a delicious meal and fine wine after a day of adventure.

Because the exclusive lodge can welcome only 18 guests, gathering together for your evening meal can foster warm and convivial conversation. If you choose, you may also arrange to have a meal in your villa.

In addition, you’ll enjoy delicious food and drink in extraordinary locations: a lively brunch in the bush while tracking Black Rhino, tempting snacks and sundowners on the dramatic dunes overlooking the Skeleton Coast, or a scrumptious picnic lunch in the Hoarusib Valley after visiting the dramatic clay castles.

DESERT ELEPHANTS AND WILDLIFE

When you reach this ultra-remote location in the Puros Conservancy, you’ll be rewarded with a fascinating living landscape. You may even spot desert-adapted elephants from the lodge’s sun deck or pool. The expert Himba guides escort you on morning treks or afternoon game drives to encounter a range of desert wildlife: the emblematic elephants and lions, iconic giraffe, Hartmann's mountain zebra, and a wide variety of antelope: gemsbok, springbok, steenbok, and kudu, with their unusual striped flanks and manes and the males’ distinctive spiral horns. Birdwatchers will keep their eyes peeled for native and exotic species, from large and lethal vultures to delicate bee-eaters, the distinctive Rüppell's Korhaan and Monteiro's hornbill.

WALKING SAFARIS

An early-morning trek for Black Rhino will be an unforgettable adventure. You’ll track the endangered animals on foot with our experienced guides. There are three black rhino males and two females resident in Okhongue. Your guide will hunt for footprints and clues to track the elusive rhino safely: traveling downwind to avoid being spotted by these giants – with a support vehicle nearby, too. This experience includes a tasty brunch in the bush.

SCENIC DRIVES

The Hoarusib River winds through the heartland of the Puros Conservancy, attracting a variety of large and small wildlife, from elephants and giraffes to oryx and jackals. Scenic drives with our local guides bring you closer to the animals and breathtaking landscapes. The river has carved a path deep into the mountains, creating spectacular cliffs and the stunning natural phenomenon of the “Clay Castles”, thousands of years old and hundreds of metres high, these towering yet fragile castles inspire awe at the power of nature. A scenic drive through the Hoarusib Valley includes a satisfying picnic lunch.

SUNDOWNERS

Watch the sunset over the majestic dunes as you sip a delicious sundowner – yet another unforgettable experience. Our guides will set up snacks and drinks whilst guests can experience a sight seen only by a lucky few. Guests can also enjoy sundowners in the tranquil setting of the lodge’s sun deck, and at nearby picturesque locations

Tailored for You

Every Holiday is totally flexible

Every holiday is totally flexible. We have a dedicated team of specialists who will take the time to understand your preferences and craft them into an itinerary that’s perfect for you. Contact us today for a quotation and let us help you create the ultimate adventure.

The adventure of your lifetime

✆ 0800 023 9381

✆ 0800 023 9381