Reviews of Onguma The Fort
Wildlife sightings and reviews
43 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Onguma The Fort and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"A beautiful room"
There was less wildlife to see here so if visiting again we would probably just dry into Etosha and not do the activities although they were good value." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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Very efficient but slightly frustrating to get so little exercise.
Quite a long drive (30-40 minutes)to actually get into the main park for each excursion." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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It is too opulent for my comfort level, but, if you want to splurge, it is a good place. There was a lot of activity at the water hole which was clearly visible from the restaurant and our room.
We spent most of 1 day viewing from our deck rather than go back into Etosha Park." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
"Onguma"
Outstanding guide, David, took us for a game drive where we saw cheetah.
The next morning, we had a short but enjoyable walk.
Some kind of railing is needed around the outside deck of the main building.
Someone fell 10 feet off the deck." See all these reviews: 27n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa; 3n in Botswana
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The main lodge meals area is fantastic for a sundowner drink followed by the beautiful meals prepared by the chefs.
The staff were excellent all throughout the lodge.
The game drive into Etosha was great and our guide Armstrong was very knowledgeable and fun." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia; 8n in Botswana
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The Fort was lovely, and the setting and layout was a particular treat. The dinner terrace that overlooked a view that could only be described as 'raw Africa' was one of the best of the trip. And that side of Etosha was really fantastic in terms of scenery and wildlife. And staying at The Fort made the park very accessible.
The one criticism of The Fort was the checkout procedure was a bit chaotic and they seemed somewhat understaffed." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia; 3n in Zambia
"Fancifal 1%-er accommodation"
"Beautiful and stylish stay"
One small note: They do attract a lot of bugs at night (contrary to any other place we stayed at) making it less comfortable to sit outside" See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia
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Not much game compared to Etosha so best to stay here after you've been saturated with game viewing for a few days to relax and enjoy the beautiful lodge and surroundings." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
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