Onguma Camp Kala Rises from the Ashes in Namibia

On 1st November 2022, Onguma Camp Kala in northern Namibia welcomed its first guests ... and if its first Tripadvisor review and other guest feedback we have received so far is anything to go by, it's set to raise the benchmark for an ultra-exclusive safari in more ways than one!

The new camp is situated within the Onguma Nature Reserve, a 34,000-hectare wilderness on the eastern border of the iconic Etosha National Park, built on the same footprint of the previous Onguma Tree Top Camp which was lost to a fire in lockdown.

Onguma Camp Kala accommodates just eight guests in four spacious suites elevated off the ground for an eagle-eye view over a beautiful waterhole where wildlife gathers around the natural spring - including elephants, rhino, lion, leopard, giraffe and various antelope.

Each suite has its own deck with a choice of wood-fired hot tub (burning invasive wood) or a cool plunge pool as well as a walkway to a private sala with day bed … perfectly placed for an armchair safari or a ‘sleep out’ under the stars. The central guest area has a lounge, bar, dining room, interactive ‘show’ kitchen, viewing deck with fire pit, gym, massage treatment room and ground level photographic hide.

Onguma Camp Kala’s design concept was inspired by the spires of the termite mounds so common to this part of Namibia as well as the textures and muted tones of ebony and ivory reflected in the salt pans and surrounding desert – ensuring an authentic sense of place. Camp Kala blends seamlessly into its landscape, has a light footprint on the earth – and centres around maximising the guests’ wildlife experience. The end result is testament to the creative talents and collaborative spirit of Nicholas Plewman Architects and Fox Browne Creative - whose portfolios include some of Africa’s most iconic, ecologically responsible lodges.

ACTIVITIES

• Morning and Sundowner Guided Game Drives on Onguma Nature Reserve

• Interpretive Bush Walks with specialist guides

• Day drives into the adjoining Etosha National Park

• Spend time at the popular Onkolo Photographic Hide – or relax at Camp Kala to enjoy all the waterhole action from the pool, viewing deck - or down below in the water-level hide.

Guests can fly-in directly to Onguma’s Private Airfield for maximum ‘wow’ factor and convenience. Namibia is popular for self-drives thanks to its excellent road network and Onguma is an easy, five-and-a-half-hour drive from Windhoek.

No under 12’s will be allowed unless the whole camp is booked for exclusive use and extra beds can be arranged.

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Contacts:
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