Reviews of Okonjima Bush Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
270 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Okonjima Bush Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Wildlife sightings by our travellers
Starting in Jun-2018, 84 of our travellers have recorded their wildlife sightings at Okonjima Bush Camp.
Leopard
91% success
Giraffe
98% success
Oryx
96% success
Zebra
95% success
Brown Hyena
69% success
Wildebeest
68% success
White Rhino
51% success
Eland
51% success
Sable antelope
45% success
Pangolin
27% success
Spotted Hyena
8% success
Aardvark
6% success
Mr & Mrs M
Portugal
"Okonjima Bush Camp review"
2 nights Arrived 19 Jan 2011
"Excellent Game drives and information on the rehabitation, a very good cause.
The hospitality staff seemed pre -occupied in the communial areas had little time for guests.
Loved the venue." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
The hospitality staff seemed pre -occupied in the communial areas had little time for guests.
Loved the venue." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Poor
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Average
Mr M & Mrs J
UK
"Final Days with Cheetah"
2 nights Arrived 28 Dec 2010
"What a fantastic place to end our trip.
Although the cats are semi-captive and radio tracked it was still a thrill to see them so close. Leopard, Cheetah and our favourite , Wild Dog. Not sure if everyone gets the chance to see the dogs, we were fortunate to be able to ask the Africat staff. They are hand raised and although can never be released fully wild, they do hunt for themselves. Howeve because they are used to humans we could get off the vehicle and walk closer to them - amazing." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Although the cats are semi-captive and radio tracked it was still a thrill to see them so close. Leopard, Cheetah and our favourite , Wild Dog. Not sure if everyone gets the chance to see the dogs, we were fortunate to be able to ask the Africat staff. They are hand raised and although can never be released fully wild, they do hunt for themselves. Howeve because they are used to humans we could get off the vehicle and walk closer to them - amazing." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Mr S & Ms H
Surrey
"Okonjima Bush Camp review"
1 night Arrived 5 Nov 2010
"We were somewhat apprehensive about staying here in advance of our trip, having had mixed feedback from friends and fearing it might be too commercialised.
In fact, we liked it very much - well run, delightful accommodation, very enjoyable game drives and a thoroughly professional and friendly staff." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
In fact, we liked it very much - well run, delightful accommodation, very enjoyable game drives and a thoroughly professional and friendly staff." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr & Mrs R
UK
"Okonjima Bush Camp review"
2 nights Arrived 8 Oct 2010
"A wonderful experience.
Staff were knowledgeable and helpful. Although this was relatively expensive there were no hidden extras and it was good value with the included activities. We were glad we started our trip here because it set the standard for game viewing.
Catering was excellent and there was a good atmosphere when sharing the table with other guests at dinner." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
Staff were knowledgeable and helpful. Although this was relatively expensive there were no hidden extras and it was good value with the included activities. We were glad we started our trip here because it set the standard for game viewing.
Catering was excellent and there was a good atmosphere when sharing the table with other guests at dinner." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr C & Mrs A
UK
"Superb experience"
2 nights Arrived 3 Oct 2010
"Food was outstanding. The dining area was superb, 3 safaris a day which were all excellent except for the night safari for which we paid extra and felt the guide really did not want to do it.
The safaris were a bit false because of what the camp is all about. The walking safari was really superb with good guide." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia; 3n in South Africa
The safaris were a bit false because of what the camp is all about. The walking safari was really superb with good guide." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia; 3n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mrs J & daughters
UK
"Four hungry cheetahs"
2 nights Arrived 27 Sep 2010
"This was a wonderful experience.
Our guide Paul was both knowledgeable and funny. The first night we found the leopard and on the next morning 4 hungry cheetahs feeding on an eland. It was a lovely touch having the birdseed to throw outside the cabin and the other stars were the warthogs - who needs a lawnmower?
My only criticism is that I would like to have learnt more about the work of Africat and seen more of their facilities. Several other people we talked with felt the same way." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
Our guide Paul was both knowledgeable and funny. The first night we found the leopard and on the next morning 4 hungry cheetahs feeding on an eland. It was a lovely touch having the birdseed to throw outside the cabin and the other stars were the warthogs - who needs a lawnmower?
My only criticism is that I would like to have learnt more about the work of Africat and seen more of their facilities. Several other people we talked with felt the same way." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Dr M.
Loughborough
"Hyenas and Bushman trail"
1 night Arrived 12 Sep 2010
"The hyena drive was different from the cheetah and leopard drives because part of it was conducted on foot, right up to the moment when we stood just a few feet away from one of the male hyenas - fantastic.
As ever, the Bushman trail was very informative and another chance to walk through the bush albeit close to the camp.
Excellent bird-feeding facilities too right outside the view rooms, but watch out for the warthogs that come and eat the lot!" See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
As ever, the Bushman trail was very informative and another chance to walk through the bush albeit close to the camp.
Excellent bird-feeding facilities too right outside the view rooms, but watch out for the warthogs that come and eat the lot!" See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr M & Mr C
Lausanne
"Okonjima Bush Camp review"
2 nights Arrived 8 Sep 2010
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr B x 2
Kaiseraugust
"Okonjima Bush Camp review"
1 night Arrived 26 Aug 2010
"Rooms were very secluded from one another. Rooms were comfortable. Only one night spent in this camp so would have enjoyed another afternoon luonging just outside the room in a small natural terrace area.. Dinner was very hearty with an extensive wine list and group dining. Fireplace and common area was very inviting after dinner. A great curio selection behind the "front desk"
Our guide (Paul) was very knowledgable and helpful. We saw both leopard (collared and radio tracked) and cheetah--confined to a small fenced in area for the reserve.
While I appreciated seeing the cats--cheetah especially--this was a very differednt feel to the other camps....almost zoo-like at some level. I liked the visit very much, but would not be compelled to re-visit." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Our guide (Paul) was very knowledgable and helpful. We saw both leopard (collared and radio tracked) and cheetah--confined to a small fenced in area for the reserve.
While I appreciated seeing the cats--cheetah especially--this was a very differednt feel to the other camps....almost zoo-like at some level. I liked the visit very much, but would not be compelled to re-visit." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
Ms A & M & Miss E
UK
"Okonjima Bush Camp - A superb experience"
1 night Arrived 24 Aug 2010
"Again totally unique compared to all of our other experiences, a little more formal than elsewhere. The grounds were impressive and the room was more of a house than a room.
How fantastic was it, all to a completely high standard we were disappointed we only had one night we could have moved in permanently!!.
Once again, great staff and guides who provided us with everthing we could ask for, seeing both leopard and cheetah was fantastic. People did everything they could to provide us with the ultimate experience. Food was outstanding!!" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
How fantastic was it, all to a completely high standard we were disappointed we only had one night we could have moved in permanently!!.
Once again, great staff and guides who provided us with everthing we could ask for, seeing both leopard and cheetah was fantastic. People did everything they could to provide us with the ultimate experience. Food was outstanding!!" See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
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Okonjima Plains Camp
Plains Camp is the most economical option on the Okonjima Reserve, where big cats can often be seen at close quarters, with great photographic opportunities.
Okonjima Villa
Okonjima Villa is the most exclusive place to stay on Okonjima, offering luxury, privacy, flexibility and fantastic wildlife-watching opportunities.
Okonjima Bush Suite
Okonjima Bush Suite is an exclusive, luxurious two-bedroom retreat with a private guide and chef, offering some great photo opportunities when tracking predators.
