Overview

Okahirongo Elephant Lodge is located in the Purros Conservancy, 55km from the skeleton coast and around 200km south of the Kunene River in the north of Namibia. Often described as one of the last true wilderness areas, the Kaokoveld is home to the nomadic Himba tribe as well as uniquely desert adapted Elephant, lion, black rhino and giraffe.

The lodge, in the Purros Conservancy area, is a no risk malaria destination and can be reached by 4x4 vehicles. Alternatively a 2 ½ hour flight from Windhoek in a small aircraft will take you to our landing strip, which is located approximately 5 minutes from the lodge.

With seven luxury terracotta double chalet and one presidential suite Okahirongo Elephant Lodge can offer a highly sophisticated desert experience for up to 18 guests. Possibly one of the most remote lodges in Namibia, is a no risk malaria destination that can be reached from Windhoek by a 4x4 vehicles trip or a 2 hours spectacular flight to our landing strip

The terracotta double Chalet

is a luxury 70 square meters cottage with en-suite large bathroom featuring bathtub overlooking the magnificent surroundings, two basins, a choice of indoor and open air shower and a spacious private gazebo with a sun bed. King-size bed and decorations in a rich and sensuous fusion of ochre, honey and sand colours complete a unique atmosphere that will let immerse yourself in absolute silence and complete privacy.

Buildings are cleverly positioned to make the most of the grand views over the rugged Purros valley – blessed with its lush green river bed and purple mountains in the

The Presidential Suite

is our top-notch proposal: a private villa featuring 2 luxury bedrooms, each one with its own vast bathroom, bathtubs and both internal and open air shower, for those who like absolute privacy. An extended lounge area with external veranda and two gazebos, day beds and cushions for daydreaming or star watching. The décor is a rich combination of earthy tones, dark African wood and unrefined natural surfaces - textures reminiscent of the ragged edges found in the landscape. Ethnic and local sculptured furnishing bring the excitement and romance of Africa to life.

Explore the true untouched wilderness area of the Purros Valley in an open safari vehicle and discover the area’s bountiful surprises in terms of wildlife. Game drives take you through lushly vegetated riverbeds and scraggy mountains, home to a versatile and adapted flora and fauna.

You might catch sight of the rare desert adapted Elephants and lions as well as various antelopes, giraffes and even black rhino. Activities include nature drives in the mornings and afternoons, night drives, morning walks and visits to the local Himba village. Sundown cocktails and special breakfasts in the most spectacular settings can also be organized.

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