Reviews of Okonjima Plains Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
408 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Okonjima Plains 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, 81 of our travellers have recorded their wildlife sightings at Okonjima Plains Camp.
Leopard
95% success
Oryx
99% success
Giraffe
96% success
Zebra
95% success
Wildebeest
70% success
Eland
58% success
Brown Hyena
54% success
Sable antelope
48% success
White Rhino
32% success
Pangolin
10% success
Spotted Hyena
10% success
Aardvark
9% success
The Baobabs
Kirk
"Okonjima Main Camp review"
1 night Arrived 25 Feb 2008
"We were late arriving as we had explored the lovely little town of Tsumeb, but arrangements were made for us to join the evening activity, feeding some of the rescued cheetahs, which was unnatural and rather "stage managed" . Similarly viewing porcupines who get a bucket full of food every evening to attract them. Not really what we were looking for / expecting.
The following morning it was tracking tagged leopards in a vehicle, far more difficutl than one would imagine, with the guide so intent on actually finding a leopard there was hardly opportunity to learn about many of the other interesting animals and birds in the area. We do however realise that the big cats are the main attraction here and it was thrilling to eventually catch a glimpse of a leopard .
The camp area is very pleasant with inviting gardens and the food excellent. We enjoyed the informal relaxed atmosphere." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
The following morning it was tracking tagged leopards in a vehicle, far more difficutl than one would imagine, with the guide so intent on actually finding a leopard there was hardly opportunity to learn about many of the other interesting animals and birds in the area. We do however realise that the big cats are the main attraction here and it was thrilling to eventually catch a glimpse of a leopard .
The camp area is very pleasant with inviting gardens and the food excellent. We enjoyed the informal relaxed atmosphere." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Average
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Good
Mr & Mrs J & L
UK
"Okonjima Main Camp review"
1 night Arrived 13 Oct 2007
"This camp was a good way to start a holiday in Namibia - it was very friendly and relaxing. Radio tracking the leopard was good fun."
See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
B & F
Hexham
"Okonjima Main Camp review"
1 night Arrived 29 Sep 2007
"Mixed feelings. Felt quite pressurised by the staff when we arriived as we were told what we were booked in for and when.
Dinner arrangements were not properly explained, hence we held everybody up.
Activities : leopard tracking was too artificial and we felt as though we were crowding the poor beast when we eventually tracked it down. The Wild Dog and Cheetah experience the following morning would have been interesting, as opposed to depressing, if we'ld have had chance to read all the background material first.
Perhaps if we had come here before Etosha, etc. we might have felt a bit more positive." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 4n in Mozambique; 2n in Zambia
Dinner arrangements were not properly explained, hence we held everybody up.
Activities : leopard tracking was too artificial and we felt as though we were crowding the poor beast when we eventually tracked it down. The Wild Dog and Cheetah experience the following morning would have been interesting, as opposed to depressing, if we'ld have had chance to read all the background material first.
Perhaps if we had come here before Etosha, etc. we might have felt a bit more positive." See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 4n in Mozambique; 2n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Average
Feedback Response
In each room at Okonjima there is a folder explaining the aims of the AfriCat Foundation and the work that it does in helping to rehabilitate the large cats found in Namibia back into the wild. This information is also on large, colourful boards at the swimming pool. Guests are encouraged to study the information before going on trails in order to get an idea of what the AfriCat foundation is about, but if you are only staying for one night there is often very little time to do this. By the time you arrive, go to your room to freshen up then head straight out onto your afternoon activity, then back for a quick shower before dinner, then to the night-hide, your first day has vanished. The next morning you will wake-up early for your morning activity, then return for breakfast and then depart the lodge. Consequently, on a one night stay, there is not much time to see and read all the available information. A two night stay will give you more time to take in the good work done by this foundation.
"Southern Africa Manager"
Mr L
Bristol
"Close encounters at Okonjima"
2 nights Arrived 29 Sep 2007
"What can one say about Okonjima? We found the whole experience wonderful. Although a lot of the animals were tagged because of the very nature of the place, we felt privileged to have close encounters with them. Our guide, Chris, (very recently engaged to be married) was absolutely fantastic and greatly added to our enjoyment of all the activities.
Food again excellent although the wine was a liittle expensive. Hospitality second to none. Every member of staff we came into contact with was cheerful and helpful.
All nine people on our table signed up to an animal sponsorship - a very worthwhile cause. We look forward to hearing about our orphan cheetah!
We enjoyed a helicopter ride which showed us the full extent of the property and we spied on some of the wildlife. We felt very sad to leave such a fabulous place." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Food again excellent although the wine was a liittle expensive. Hospitality second to none. Every member of staff we came into contact with was cheerful and helpful.
All nine people on our table signed up to an animal sponsorship - a very worthwhile cause. We look forward to hearing about our orphan cheetah!
We enjoyed a helicopter ride which showed us the full extent of the property and we spied on some of the wildlife. We felt very sad to leave such a fabulous place." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr Pix
UK
"Up and personal with the cheetahs"
2 nights Arrived 25 Sep 2007
"We appreciate the work being done at Africat and were impressed by the enthusiasm of the staff.
Guests should check their bill carefully as there were a lot of mistakes on ours." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa
Guests should check their bill carefully as there were a lot of mistakes on ours." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Feedback Response
The mistakes made on these client’s bills are an unusual occurrence and quickly followed up with Okonjima Main Camp. Okonjima have dealt with the issue to ensure this is a once off and have extended their apologies to the client for the inconvenience caused.
"Africa Specialist | Namibia"
Mr & Mrs B
Beds
"Leopards & wild dog interesting exp"
1 night Arrived 22 Sep 2007
"Stayed in Bush Camp - upgrade - excellent probably better than main camp as smaller and more individual than previous visit to main camp
All comment s below refer to Bush Camp" See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana
All comment s below refer to Bush Camp" See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Mr B
N Yorks
"excellent"
2 nights Arrived 20 Sep 2007
"really full experience, a bit more upmarket than other places.
would be nice to see the black assistant guides taking a more prominent role" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
would be nice to see the black assistant guides taking a more prominent role" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Mr DS
Surrey
"Loved it!"
2 nights Arrived 6 Sep 2007
"All of the activities were extremely well-structured, and our guide, Jacques, and his assistants were a pleasure to be with. Jacques was very knowledgeable indeed, and we loved seeing the cheetahs and MJ, the leopard, who strolled casually across the track in front of our vehicle (after much searching!)
The layout of Main Camp was good - the garden area, the bird tables we could see from the restaurant etc. And we liked the lions too (though Tess growled at me!)
On our last morning we did the Bushman walk, and were very impressed." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
The layout of Main Camp was good - the garden area, the bird tables we could see from the restaurant etc. And we liked the lions too (though Tess growled at me!)
On our last morning we did the Bushman walk, and were very impressed." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Activities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Excellent
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