The Establishment
Mount Etjo Safari Lodge
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The Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is located in the Okonjati Game Reserve and home to a boundless variety of wild animals and birds, providing the perfect getaway for the traveller seeking a truly original and memorable African experience. A wide range of activities offer excellent opportunities for wildlife photography and a chance to observe and appreciate the spectacular Namibian wilderness and wildlife. Up to 20 different antelope species, big game such as elephant, white & black rhino, giraffe, hippo, zebra, cheetah and lion may be observed from close range.
Luxurious accommodation, friendly service and hearty meals served in the lapa around camp fire or under the open sky will let guests from around the world and of all age groups feel most welcomed. Various types of accommodation are available to suit the personal needs of our guests, from camp sites, wheelchair-friendly rooms, to luxury Suites and an exclusive Villa.
Located at the foothills of the famous Mount Etjo mountain, most rooms face a large waterhole where animals come to quench their thirst during day and night, sometimes even hippo and elephant come to visit. The Lodge was one of the first to be established in Namibia and prides itself in having hosted the signing of the Namibian Independence declaration in 1989, signifying an important milestone in Namibian history. The Lodge is also famous for the fossilized Dinosaur Footprints which are found in the surrounding area and which may be visited at own leisure.
Did You Know?
- The Namibian Independence Declaration was signed at Mount Etjo Lodge in 1989
- Fossilized Dinosaur Footprints (over 200 Million years old) were discovered in the area and are open for visit
- The Lodge was established by world-renowned conservationist Jan Oelofse, famous for developing a game capturing technique
- The Okonjati Game Reserve is 30 000 hectares large and home to more than 6000 animals
- In support of the black rhino conservation program established by the Namibian government, the reserve holds custodianship for more than 15 black rhinos
- Rare species such as Sable, Roan, White Blesbuck and Lechwe can be observed among the more common game
What To Do?
- Game Drives (N$ 300.00 pp) twice daily: 07h00-10h00 & 16h00-19h00 (summer time), 07h00-10h00 & 15h00-18h00 (winter time)
- Lion Feeds (N$ 150.00 pp) every night: 21h00-22h00 (summer time), 20h00-21h00 (winter time)
- Cheetah Feeds (N$ 300.00 pp) every second day: 17h00-18h00 (summer time), 16h00-17h00 (winter time)
- Guided Walks to Fossilized Dinosaur Footprints (N$ 250.00) for 3 hours (subject to availability of guide)
- Rhino Tracking (N$ 1000.00 pp) for 3 hours (subject to availability of guide)
- PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE