Ohorongo Private Game Reserve
Classic Namibian Wilderness
Ohorongo Game Reserve is a 40,000-hectare tract of wilderness located in the Namibian Highlands between Etosha National Park to the northeast and the Swakopmund in the south. This protected area has been conserving the natural integrity of the unique landscape for over 50 years through a sustainable safari model that offers guests an opportunity to immerse and connect with an ancient land.
Wildlife at Ohorongo Game Reserve
Predators
Predators
Predators
Ohorongo Private Game Reserve is home to some of Africa’s most sought-after predators – leopard, brown hyena, and cheetah – and more uniquely, it is an area where Namibia’s desert-adapted predators occur. Bat-eared fox and aardwolf are special sightings here, joining the iconic African predators on the sightings list.
Black-backed jackal
Ohorongo Private Game Reserve is home to some of Africa’s most sought-after predators – leopard, brown hyena, and cheetah – and more uniquely, it is an area where Namibia’s desert-adapted predators occur. Bat-eared fox and aardwolf are special sightings here, joining the iconic African predators on the sightings list.
Black-backed jackal yelp loudly into the night, and the resounding call of hyena and gruff bark of leopard are sounds that might be heard while lying in bed at night or sitting around the fire under the stars.
Mammals
Predators
Predators
The diverse landscapes of Ohorongo make it the ideal habitat for an array of mammal species that thrive on the thornveld vegetation, and those that survive the harsher elements of this arid part of Africa.
Most significantly, Ohorongo’s 50-year history of wildlife conservation has made it a stronghold for the rare sable antelope, as well
The diverse landscapes of Ohorongo make it the ideal habitat for an array of mammal species that thrive on the thornveld vegetation, and those that survive the harsher elements of this arid part of Africa.
Most significantly, Ohorongo’s 50-year history of wildlife conservation has made it a stronghold for the rare sable antelope, as well as roan, and black-faced impala. Gemsbok (oryx), Hartmann’s mountain zebra, springbok, giraffe, among other antelope occupy the plains, while black rhino are among the most spectacular animals to watch in this special place.
Birdlife
Predators
Birdlife
Birdlife in Namibia is something special and as a country it has attracted ornithologists, researchers, and tourists in search of birds for years. The unique arid savanna and semi-desert landscape of Ohorongo, plus the rocky gorges and outcrops of the reserve bring a variety of bird habitats into focus.
Bird families found in the north-we
Birdlife in Namibia is something special and as a country it has attracted ornithologists, researchers, and tourists in search of birds for years. The unique arid savanna and semi-desert landscape of Ohorongo, plus the rocky gorges and outcrops of the reserve bring a variety of bird habitats into focus.
Bird families found in the north-western highlands of Namibia include shrikes, sparrow-weavers, hornbills, starlings, parrots, waxbills, larks, korhaans, cisticolas, francolins, buzzards, owls, goshawks, and eagles. The list goes on! Special colourful species, like rosy-faced lovebirds are seen in flocks around waterholes, and the iconic sound of the Burchell’s sandgrouse is ever-present.
When to go
Namibia’s climate is for the most part, dry and sunny, which makes it a good year-round destination, but the temperatures in peak summer and winter are extreme and require preparation.
The best time for game viewing is in winter – the driest months – from about July to October. Wildlife tends to gather around waterholes making them easier to spot and their movements easier to predict. Early mornings and night times can be very cold, and game drives will require headgear, gloves, and multiple layers to keep warm. The rainy season is short-lived and doesn’t ordinarily affect the desert regions in the west, but during January and February, the vegetated landscapes transform into greenery and old dormant riverbeds spring to life, which is a time of celebration in the country.
What to pack
Essential items on the packing list for Ohorongo include walking boots, binoculars, and a hat. The landscape is vast and there are plenty of desert adapted bird species to keep an eye out for. The sun shines all day, every day, so keeping protected with sunglasses, a hat, and sun screen is recommended.
Neutral coloured clothing made of a lightweight material are best and most comfortable for this experience. A warm fleece and windbreaker for evenings and game drives are essential for winter visitors. Pack your camera and necessary accessories and charging cables, so that you can capture the magic.
What to expect
Expect to feel at home in a place that once was the home of the Ohorongo owners. This is a wilderness retreat in a much loved and cherished part of the Namibian landscape, and the emphasis here is on connecting with family and friends while connecting with nature. Guests will be taken care of by attentive staff with typically warm, Namibian nature. It is about taking it slowly and relaxing, rejuvenating in the presence of the stars and the expansive landscape. There is as much opportunity for adventure and excitement as there is for down time in a comfortable, calming environment.
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Accommodation
Accommodation
Accommodation
The accommodation at Ohorongo Lodge is about freedom to explore and relax at your own pace.
Activities
Accommodation
Accommodation
Rise with the sun and watch dawn break over the landscape while you enjoy something good to eat and discuss with your guide whether you’d like to head out on foot or on a game drive.
Facilities
Accommodation
Facilities
A swimming pool surrounded by a green, grass lawn, a bar, lounge, library and curio shop are linked to the individual bungalows by the slate-stone pathways.