Okahirongo Elephant Lodge

Delicious fusion of Italian and African cuisine with much of the fresh produce coming from the lodge's organic garden will tantalize your taste buds. In the evening, enjoy dinner by candlelight in one of the two airy dining rooms, on the terrace by the pool or under the African night sky around a log fire in the traditional African boma.

Purros area is the home of a residential herd of desert-adapted elephants, some of the most scenic endemic species that populate this region.

Cruise the Kunene River and see the natural border between Angola and Namibia. Frequent sights are the Angolan Himbas on the other side of the river, along with crocodiles, different birds and some particular plants.

Leaving early in the morning (6:00 am) will be forgiven by the extraordinary experience: 3 black rhino males and 2 females are resident in the area of Okhongue, where our experienced guides will bring you. The tracking is done by foot, with a supporting vehicle. The ranger will look for footprints and clues to track the elusive rhino in all safety: reaching them by downwind to avoid being spotted by these giants. A brunch in the bush and a beautiful drive back to the Lodge will ensure the pleasure to dive into the pool before tasting the supper and gazing at the starry night of the desert (Additional cost applies)

Stunning towers of giraffes, jumping springboks, kudus, birds and a rich variety of big and small wildlife can be observed during a nice morning trekking or a guided scenic drive in one of the many beautiful spots present around the lodge. From riverbeds to sandy hills, from rocky peaks to Himba tribes visit.

The Elephant Lodge is blessed with a nearby authentic Himba village. The location is on the other side of the valley, crossed the majestic Hoarusib river (almost always running underground, can flood only a few days of the year between December and February). The village is the home of many relatives of our guides and staff members who still live with the ancient traditional style of pre-technological era: the close and respectful relationship we keep with the nearby community and the unique experience of our guides can ensure a true and deep dive into the local culture which is far from what travelers can usually expect elsewhere.

Of course, after a full day of discovering and enjoying the beauty of the desert, there is nothing better than sip at your preferred choice of drink while gazing at the sun disappearing beyond the dunes. Our expert guides know many different magic spots to give even recurring guests an ever-new sight on the landscape.