Ohakane Lodge Opuwo, Namibia

Ohakane Lodge Opuwo

The Ohakane Lodge & Safaris has, as tour operator the only permanent Lodge in the Kaokoland where clients can unwind before, during or after every tour. Because every tour starts and ends at Opuwo, clients do not have to spend endless days en route to the Kaokoveld, but are in the Bush atmosphere immediately upon leaving Opuwo. Hosts have full workshop facilities in Opuwo, and should there are any problems en route, help will not be a long way off. Hosts are also in a permanent radio contact with Opuwo and are affiliated to Med Rescue flying medical services.
Operator specialises only in tours in the Kaokoland and their guides have an extensive knowledge of the area and its people. A contact with them is made more relaxed because of the good standing hosts have with them.
The lodge use only the best equipment and the vehicles are spacious and modern. Lodge cater for the best tastes and our cuisine is of a very high standard.
The Ohakane Lodge is named after the Ovahimba word for the African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictures). This wild animal has recently been added to the list of the endangered species in Namibia, after having been hunted virtually to extinction. The Wild Dog has incredible stamina. It is known for its tenacity and excellent group hunting skills. It is sometimes called the clown of the carnivores on account of its colourful, striped fur.

Luxury accommodation with air-conditioning
All rooms have private facilities
Full board and bar service
Guided tours take you off the beaten track on day & night excursions to Himba villages
Guided 4x4 camping trips
Transportation and tour-guide service for fly-in visitors
An experienced guides will show you the harsh beauty of Kaokoland and its fragile environment in fully equipped 4x4 vehicles

Rates 2008 per person per night: high season (valid from 01 June 2008 until 30 November 2008), accommodation only:

Type of accommodation
Single room	N$ 450.00
Double room	N$ 425.00

Activities: Himba excursions

Fly - in/drive-in visitors, minimum 4 persons, including lunch	N$ 1680.00
Himba excursions (minimum of 2 guests staying at the lodge)	N$ 330.00
Himba day excursion (minimum of 2 guests staying at the lodge)	N$ 990.00

Notes: Rates are subject to change without prior notice should tax be increased or Government levies introduced. Rates include Value Added Tax.

Reservations & information agent:

Elena Travel Services & Car Hire CC
P.O. Box 3127 Windhoek, Namibia
Fax: +264 61 244558
E-mail: info@namibweb.com

To book:

1) you can e-mail us requesting information and/or rates

Reservations are only accepted in writing: by fax or via e-mail.
Final availability confirmation: in writing: by fax or via e-mail.