Onguma Forest Camp 

Relax in the Namibian bush

In the local Herero language, Onguma means ‘the place you don’t want to leave’ which perfectly describes Forest Camp.

Onguma Forest Camp is nestled among tall trees in a lush riverine environment, complete with a waterhole that attracts all kinds of animals. As well as game drives and guided walking safaris, the Onkolo hide provides ample opportunities to observe wildlife. The camp is unfenced so many animals, including kudu, oryx, lion, cheetah and leopard are often seen wandering through the reserve. Over 300 bird species have been identified on the reserve.

Why we love Onguma Forest Camp

  • Onguma Forest Camp is unfenced, so any of the 30 different animal species they have on the reserve can wander by

  • On game drives, you may spot one of the endangered black rhinos that live here, protected by their anti-poaching team

  • The swimming pool has a viewing deck overlooking the waterhole, so you may spot wildlife even while you’re enjoying a swim

  • Employing people from the local Oshivelo community, they grow their own fresh produce on a 500-acre vegetable farm

Etosha
Onguma Forest Camp is located in a forested riverine setting in the 34,000-hectare Onguma Nature Reserve bordering Fisher’s Pan and Etosha National Park
Onguma has its own private airstrip and it is a 20-minute transfer in an open game drive vehicle to the camp. Onguma is a 6-hour drive from Hosea Kutako International Airport, Windhoek

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Spas & wellness
  • Activities
  • Good to Know

Meals are an important part of the Onguma experience and an African-fusion menu, accompanied by fine wines from the extensive cellar, is a wonderful experience when dining under the stars.

Between game activities, massages, facials, manicures and pedicures are available at the spa.

Visit the Onguma hide, join a game drive into Etosha Natiobal Park, take a guided bush walk or watch the sunset over the reserve.

Children over the age of 7 are welcome.