Reviews of Ongava Tented Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
162 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Ongava Tented Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"A super camp"
The camp's waterhole is a big bonus. At breakfast we had three elephants walk across the waterhole and come very close to the camp, great fun. We flew in from the previous camp - which saves a lot of time.
Trips into Etosha National Park were good, however there are insufficient fenced off stopping places there for a coffee stop. Where we stopped had lots of rubbish piled up as well, probably because they want you to go to the main restaurant facilities.
Thoroughly recommend Ongava camp." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
Eland
Multiple sightings
Elephant
Multiple sightings
Lion
Multiple sightings
Oryx
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White Rhino
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Wildebeest
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Zebra
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"spectacular water hole"
Kettle and water provided.
Plenty of wild life, on arrival while at lunch a Giraffe came to the waterhole 20 metres away.
Comfortable relaxing area.
Disharmony and unhappiness among the staff.
Our guide was good and we saw much wildlife.
We really loved Namibia." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Wonderful all round"
All the staff were friendly and helpful and there were nice extra touches, such as cold towels when returning from game drives, but hot towels after we were caught in the rain. The Kaluha afterwards was good too.
Game viewing was also excellent, especially the number of rhinos we saw. Good to see they have an anti poaching squad." See all these reviews: 21n in Namibia
"Ongava"
We saw lions being chased by black rhino then saw a white rhino. The water hole was interesting and well positioned to be able to watch what was happening there while we were eating.
Good accommodation." See all these reviews: 21n in Namibia
"Ongava Tented Camp review"
An exciting, open camp, not for the faint hearted. We had lions very close to the tent and enjoyed having dinner watching two white rhinos at the camp waterhole. Excellent staff, outstanding tents with first class facilities and very good food. Out guide, Bono, was an absolute professional and of the highest calibre. We very much enjoyed the game drive on the Ongava Reserve which is so much more peaceful than Etosha.
We were taken on a game drive into Etosha, which although flush with game, it is also full to capacity with vehicles, large tour groups that are often noisy and we were disappointed with the atmosphere in Etosha. However, that is a personal view and it really reflects our desire for tranquility." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"A terrific experience"
We saw a huge number of animals - the radio contact between drivers within Etosha meant that we saw more than we would have on our own, including a fascinating encounter between lioness and jackels over a zebra carcass.
The camp is very comfortable, with the communal area looking out over a waterhole - we saw a beautiful giraffe drinking here at sunset. Food is excellent too." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
"Ongava Tented Camp review"
"Well up to expectations"
He responded well to our desire to do some walking in the reserve & we managed to successfully track & closely approach a rhino & her baby.
Our visit to Etosha with him was a great success in that we saw a pair of mating lions with the brother of the male running an interference then being severely reprimanded by his elder brother.
The tents have been upgraded since our last visit & are now quite luxurious. Similarly,Netherlands central area is now very comfortable but retains a good view of the busy waterhole. Lions still visit the camp which make for a little excitement, particularly when you come across one in the car park!" See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana
"Ongava Tented Camp review"
"Exciting Lion camp"
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Onguma Tented Camp
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Mushara Lodge
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Dolomite Camp
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Namutoni Camp
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Hobatere Lodge
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Mushara Outpost
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Safarihoek Lodge
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Onguma Forest Camp
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Little Ongava
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Andersson's at Ongava
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Mountain Lodge
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Mokuti Etosha Lodge
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Etosha Oberland Lodge
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Villa Mushara
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A short drive from the national park's northern entrance, Etosha King Nehale Lodge is an interesting and comfortable base from which to explore the park.
Safari House
The private Safari House on the Etosha Heights reserve is a great option families or friends travelling together.
Onkoshi Camp
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