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THE GONDWANA COLLECTION  The Gondwana logo                   KAOKOLAND EXPERIENCE                                     OKAVANGO EXPERIENCE                                                             ETOSHA EXPERIENCE                                        Etosha Safari Camp                                       Etosha Safari Campsite





                                                                                                                                                                                                              Etosha King Nehale
                                                                                                                              Hakusembe River Lodge
                                                                     Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp
              The essence of our brand is: have a story to tell. With
              passion and sincerity, we bring Namibia’s stories to life. Our
              customers become part of this story, take it home and retell
              the story there.
              Storytelling is incorporated in our logo. The hand
              symbolises the handshake we greet our customers with,
              individuality (every hand has its own story), a helping hand,
              cohesion and warm heartedness. The individual stones in
              the hand show Africa as part of the former supercontinent
              of Gondwana. They also represent the various Gondwana
              lodges and the different cultures and customers from                                                                                                                                            Gondwana’s newest lodge is in the King Nehale Conservancy on
              across the world, with their common roots in the ancient   This Kaokoland refuge is 180km north of Opuwo, where the   An enchanted destination in the Kavango, Hakusembe is a                   the northern border of Etosha National Park. The conservancy   This safari camp’s accommodation is set between the mopane   These campsites, on a green lawn under mopane trees, are an
              continent of Gondwana.                                 Kunene River plunges into the gorge below. Situated upstream   convenient place to pause and rest en-route to the Zambezi and            is surrounded by the communal areas of the Oshikoto, Oshana,   trees, a short drive from Andersson’s Gate. The Okambashu   oasis from the arid surrounds. Guests can also enjoy all facilities
                                                                     from the falls, the thatched lodge is set on the riverbank under   the rushing waters of the Victoria Falls. It is perfectly positioned                                                           (Our home) restaurant and Oshebeena bar are themed after the   offered at Etosha Safari Camp.
                                                                     the palms. Guests can birdwatch, take a guided walk in search of   on the southern bank of the Okavango River situated 16km from         Ohangwena and Omusati regions. The lodge pays homage to the   informal bars or shebeens, well known and beloved throughout
                                                                     crocodiles, join a rafting excursion, visit a Himba village or take a   the bustle of Rundu. Here guests can absorb the peace in a       cultural heritage of the area. Guests can self-drive in the rarely   southern Africa. Guests dine accompanied by The Etosha Boys’
                                                                     sunset drive to a hill above the falls. Guests dine overlooking the   verdant garden or on a floating deck. They can cool off in the     frequented northern part of the park or explore on a guided   local songs.
                                                                     river and wake to the sound of the falls.                pool, try their luck at catching tiger fish, take a stroll to the               game drive, and visit the lodge’s exclusive hide inside the Etosha
                                                                                                                              Mbunza cultural village or hop aboard the Hakusembe River                       park. They can also experience the cultural vibrancy around the
                                                                                                                              Queen for a magical sunset on the river.                                        conservancy, or simply relax, swim and enjoy quality food and wine.




                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

                                                                     Omarunga Epupa-Falls Campsite                            Hakusembe Campsite                                                              Etosha Safari Lodge                                      Etosha Safari Camping2Go

              Each lodge has its own brand essence and logo, all of which
              incorporate the stones and Africa map.



                     Secret Collection


                     Premium Collection
                                                                                                                              This campsite offers four private oases nestled in the vegetation                                                                        These self-catering tents include beds, bathrooms, fully equipped
                                                                     At these relaxed and rustic campsites, under makalani palms on                                                                           This stylish lodge overlooks an expanse of mopane woodland.
                                                                     the banks of the Kunene, guests are greeted by local Himba   close to the riverbank. Each of the sites has its own bathroom              Space is an attractive element at Etosha Safari Lodge and to   kitchens, and verandas with grills and firepits. They are close to
                     Value Collection                                people dressed in traditional attire. They pitch their tents beside   facilities. It is a short stroll to the Hakusembe River Lodge      enhance the experience the lodge is undergoing a revamp. We   Etosha Safari Camp, so guests can enjoy the camp’s bar and
                                                                     the river and are free to partake in all Omarunga Epupa-Falls   facilities.                                                              started towards the end of 2019 and due to Covid-19 had to   restaurant and other camp activities, including the pool.
                                                                     Camp activities.                                                                                                                         postpone into 2021. Enjoy the lavish view, spacious deck and
                     Experience Collection                                                                                                                                                                    dining area, and airy rooms with private verandas. Guests enter
                                                                                                                                                                                                              the park at Andersson’s Gate, only 10km away, for remarkable
                                                                                                                                                                                                              game viewing. They return to the lodge to relax and dine under
                                                                                                                                                                                                              the stars on the outside veranda by a blazing fire.
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                   Star rating
                   Ratings are based on guest reviews.


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