Reviews of Okaukuejo Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
724 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Okaukuejo Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Waterhole outside our door but rather redundant as we arrived in a thunderstorm !" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
The recommendation to pay in cash was ill-advised, as there was no problem with using credit and there was also no ATM on site. Fortunately we did not run out, and we were able to get our deposit back in cash. Cash was required for petrol however." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 1n in South Africa

Black Rhino
1 sighting

Brown Hyena
1 sighting

Eland
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Lion
2 sightings

Oryx
10 sightings

Roan antelope
1 sighting

Sable antelope
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
2 sightings

White Rhino
7 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"

Black Rhino
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Waterhole was a little slow when we stayed there, but few animals did stop by.
Enjoyed our night at the lodge!" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia

Black Rhino
8 sightings

Brown Hyena
1 sighting

Eland
10 sightings

Elephant
4 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Lion
3 sightings

Oryx
10 sightings

Roan antelope
10 sightings

Sable antelope
4 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
Of course, the waterhole at the camp was a fabulous focal point. And wildlife viewing throughout the park was plentiful." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana; 8n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe

Black Rhino
3 sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
4 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Oryx
3 sightings

Spotted Hyena
2 sightings

Wildebeest
4 sightings

Zebra
4 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
The waterhole at Oaukuejo was the best part of the camp. In the late afternoon, a long line of elephants would appear in the distance, our of the haze, and single file come to the waterhole. I loved watching them first drink, and then get in the water and play. Watching how giraffes drink was fun too.
The waterhole is illuminated, and the highlight of night observations were the rhinos. At one point there were 6 individuals there.
Birding at Etosha is fantastic. Secretary bird was a highlight.
The one downside was the food. There is only one dining room. I played safe with chicken both nights, and it was fine if not up to the standard of Waterberg or Onguma. But one of my companions had lamb, and it was actually very tough inedible mutton. She couldn't even cut it with her knife.
On the other hand, breakfast was quite good, and the meals were inexpensive." See all these reviews: 10n in Botswana; 8n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe

Black Rhino
8 sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Oryx
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
1 sighting

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
The water hole is right in the camp and very popular.
Meals were again average." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia

Elephant
5 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Lion
1 sighting

Oryx
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Okaukuejo Camp review"
"Incredible waterhole"
Dinner on the first night was much better than I expected and the service was quick. However, on the second night it wasn’t as good and much slower. Breakfast was ok (your choice of cooked breakfast).
However, the main reason to come here is the waterhole, which is really pretty amazing, with a steady parade of wildlife. We drove ourselves around during the day. We did have some excellent sightings of lions, leopards, black rhino, spotted hyena and elephants while doing this (as well as a honey badger during the day which was pretty special) and a good variety of herbivores and birds, but we also had some long periods while doing this of seeing very little at all...a lot depends on your luck and your spotting skills.
However, if you aren't confident in your spotting skills you can just stay and watch the wildlife at the waterhole. There are also ground squirrels and banded mongoose in the grounds of the lodge." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia

Black Rhino
10 sightings

Eland
2 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
6 sightings

Oryx
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
5 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Return visit after 34 years."
It is worth noting that these chalets are not self catering in anyway . They have a fridge, kettle, couple of wine glasses and coffee cups. No utensils. We had mistakingly thought they were so had brought some provisions. The camp shop was very poorly stocked but this may have been more to do with the effects of the impending Covid restrictions.
You can self cater/ braai at the other accommodation types away from the waterhole.
Camp has three nice pools and large restaurant set around it. Meals are all buffet style with good choice and quality. Our chalet booking included breakfast. Staff on the whole were pleasant and helpful. Although they sell WIFI vouchers it rarely worked." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia

Eland
1 sighting

Giraffe
1 sighting

Oryx
2 sightings

Wildebeest
2 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
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