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Horizon by Ongava

Etosha, Namibia · Private reserve

Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Lodge
Ultra-luxury · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate

Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.

Photo: Ongava · Source ↗

Full board+ (FB+)

Accommodation, All meals and 10 more

3 rooms

Luxury Villa · Sleeps up to 6 guests

Children 12 and over

By air

15 min from Ongava Airstrip

Wi-Fi in rooms

From about A$4,360

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Horizon by Ongava

Horizon by Ongava has just three thatched villas on a ridge above the plains of Ongava Private Game Reserve, beside Etosha National Park. Each villa has its own plunge pool, viewing deck and sitting room with a fireplace, giving couples space to retreat between game drives. A private guide and vehicle, personal butler, meals, local drinks and laundry are included. Black and white rhino are among the reserve's wildlife, and more than 300 bird species have been recorded. The lodge suits travellers who want a small safari base with privacy and room to spread out.

“Three villas, private plunge pools and a guide and vehicle of your own make Horizon a strong choice for couples who value privacy as much as time in the bush.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

HoneymoonersLuxury seekersBirders

Known for

What you can expect to see

RhinoLionElephantCheetahLeopardBirdlife

Ongava is home to black and white rhino, lion, elephant and more than 300 bird species.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Full board+ (FB+)

Included

  • Accommodation
  • All meals
  • Twice-daily scheduled camp activities
  • Park fees
  • Laundry
  • Local drinks
  • Namibian VAT
  • Tourism levy
  • Private guide and vehicle
  • Personal butler service
  • Airstrip transfers
  • Airfield passenger fee

Not included

The mandatory conservation fee is separate from accommodation: N$1,200 per adult and N$600 per child per day until 10 January 2027, then N$1,300 and N$650 respectively. Arrange travel to the reserve separately; airstrip transfers are included.

Optional extras (at a cost)

Premium imported drinks and champagne cost extra.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Private plunge pool
  • Private deck
  • Mini bar
  • Tea/coffee station
  • Safe

Rooms

Where you sleep

Sleeps up to 6 guests

  • Luxury Villa3 at the property · sleeps 2 adults and 1 child · King-size bed convertible to twin beds, Private plunge pool, Private viewing deck, Air-conditioning, Fireplace, En-suite bathroom

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Ongava Airstrip
  2. 15 min transfer
  3. Horizon by Ongava
How you arrive
By air · 15 min from Ongava Airstrip
Transfers
Ongava is 470 kilometres from Hosea Kutako International Airport. Road access from Windhoek follows the B1 through Otjiwarongo and the C38 through Outjo to the reserve entrance opposite Ombika Gate.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Children
Ages 12 and over
Single travellers
No single supplement
Exclusive use
Available

Before you travel

Australian Government travel advice

Source: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Smartraveller (smartraveller.gov.au), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Summarised and shortened by Explore Africa; read the full advice on Smartraveller.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Green season
  5. May: Dry season, best game viewing
  6. June: Dry season, best game viewing
  7. July: Dry season, best game viewing
  8. August: Dry season, best game viewing
  9. September: Dry season, best game viewing
  10. October: Dry season, best game viewing
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Dry season, best game viewing
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Green season at Ongava.

Feb

Green season

Green season at Ongava.

Mar

Green season

Green season at Ongava.

Apr

Green season

Green season at Ongava.

May

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife gathers around waterholes.

Dry-season conditions draw wildlife to waterholes.

Jun

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife gathers around waterholes.

Dry-season conditions draw wildlife to waterholes.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife gathers around waterholes.

Dry-season conditions draw wildlife to waterholes.

Aug

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife gathers around waterholes.

Dry-season conditions draw wildlife to waterholes.

Sep

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife gathers around waterholes.

Dry-season conditions draw wildlife to waterholes.

Oct

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry-season wildlife gathers around waterholes.

Dry-season conditions draw wildlife to waterholes.

Nov

Green season

Green season at Ongava.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Summer rains bring fresh grass and migratory birds.

Summer rains bring fresh grass and migratory birds.

How we judge each month
  • Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed by the lodge when you contact them.