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Onguma The Fort

Etosha, Namibia · Private reserve

Wetu listing: 5 out of 5 stars. Listed on Wetu, supplied by the property, not an official grade.Safari Lodge
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.

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Half board (HB)

Accommodation, Breakfast and 8 more

13 rooms

Bush Suites, Honeymoon Suite, Sultan Suite

Children 7 and over

By air

20 min from Onguma Airstrip

Wi-Fi in rooms

From about A$970

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Onguma The Fort

Onguma The Fort looks across a waterhole and Fischer's Pan from a private reserve beside Etosha National Park. Its stonework, tower and Afro-Moroccan design give the main building a distinctive character, while the eleven Bush Suites sit roughly fifty metres apart. There is also a Honeymoon Suite and a Sultan Suite in the tower. Bush and Honeymoon Suites have indoor and outdoor showers, fireplaces and wood-fired hot tubs. Between drives, spend time by the swimming pool or on the shared dining deck. The standard stay includes breakfast and dinner, with game drives, walks and hide visits available at extra cost. Children aged seven and over are welcome.

“A good fit for couples who want space, distinctive architecture and waterhole views alongside their safari. The Bush Suites' private decks and hot tubs make time between game drives part of the appeal.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

HoneymoonersPhotographers

Known for

What you can expect to see

LionLeopardRhinoElephantBirdlife

Waterhole views towards Fischer's Pan, with lion, leopard, rhino and elephant on Onguma's private reserve.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Half board (HB)

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Airstrip transfers
  • VAT
  • Social Development Levy
  • NTB tourism levy
  • Safari boutique
  • Art gallery
  • Drinks fridge

Not included

A compulsory conservation levy is charged separately for each guest, including children.

Optional extras (at a cost)

  • Laundry

Game drives, guided bush walks and Onkolo Hide visits cost extra on the DBB plan. Laundry, spa treatments, premium beverages, shop purchases and the Dream Cruiser sleep-out are also extra.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Public WiFi

In your room

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

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • Bush Suites11 at the property · King or twin beds, Mosquito nets, Bar fridge, Air-conditioning, Indoor and outdoor shower, Fireplace, Private deck, Wood-fired hot tub
  • Honeymoon Suite1 at the property · Outdoor bath, Lounge area, Air-conditioning, Indoor and outdoor shower, Private deck, Wood-fired hot tub
  • Sultan Suite1 at the property · Lounge area, Private viewing deck, Satellite television, Bar fridge, Air-conditioning, Open shower, Indoor bath

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Onguma Airstrip
  2. 20 min transfer
  3. Onguma The Fort
How you arrive
By air · 20 min from Onguma Airstrip
Transfers
Onguma is approximately five and a half hours by road from Hosea Kutako International Airport and is accessible in a standard two-wheel-drive vehicle. Transfers from Onguma Airstrip take approximately 20 minutes.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-out
By 10:00
Children
Ages 7 and over
Single travellers
A single supplement applies
Accepted currencies
NAD

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

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Mar

Good

Wildlife: Wildlife gathers at the reserve waterholes, with fewer visitors in Etosha.

Wildlife gathers at the reserve waterholes, with fewer visitors in Etosha.

Apr

Good

Wildlife: A good period for a safari at Onguma and Etosha.

A good period for a safari at Onguma and Etosha.

May

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Cooler, drier conditions concentrate wildlife at waterholes.

Cooler, drier conditions concentrate wildlife at waterholes.

Jun

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Cooler, drier conditions concentrate wildlife at waterholes.

Cooler, drier conditions concentrate wildlife at waterholes.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Cooler, drier conditions concentrate wildlife at waterholes.

Cooler, drier conditions concentrate wildlife at waterholes.

Aug

Good

Wildlife: A good period for a safari at Onguma and Etosha.

A good period for a safari at Onguma and Etosha.

Sep

Good

Wildlife: A good period for a safari at Onguma and Etosha.

A good period for a safari at Onguma and Etosha.

Oct

Green season

Wildlife: Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

Warmer conditions, thunderstorms and young animals.

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.