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Omaanda

Safari and Wildlife Lodge
Windhoek, Namibia

The owner, Arnaud Zannier, was persuaded to expand to Namibia by Angelina Jolie, who supports the neighbouring Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary.

The lodge consists of eight one-bedroom huts and a larger two-bedroom hut, designed for families. Decorated in a traditional Namibian style, these spacious huts feature thatched roofs and roughly plastered walls. In front, each one has a private terrace with beautiful views over the reserve.

A former cattle ranch, the reserve has been rehabilitated, with native wildlife reintroduced. This includes elephants, lions, wild dogs and even white rhinos. The ecosystem is still recovering, so sightings are not prolific. Therefore, the lodge offers species-focused tracking activities, as well as more conventional game drives.

Why we like Omaanda

Omaanda’s proximity to the airport means that you are able to almost step from the plane and into the Namibian wilderness. It is a wonderful alternative to time in a soulless city hotel and its range of activities make it a destination in its own right.

Conservation

The reserve in which the lodge is located is managed by the Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary in partnership with Omaanda. It provides a vital wilderness area for the relocation of animals, especially predators, that have had to be relocated for their own safety. Most of these animals would otherwise have fallen victim to human-wildlife conflict.

Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Omaanda £££££

Namibia
Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Located just outside Windhoek, Omaanda is set within a 9,000-hectare private reserve. This beautifully designed property is the first in a collection of African properties launched by Zannier, a luxury French hotel chain. The owner, Arnaud Zannier, was persuaded to expand to Namibia by Angelina Jolie, who supports the neighbouring Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Olive Grove Guesthouse £££££

Namibia
Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Olive Grove is a small boutique guest house located in a leafy residential area of Namibia’s capital city Windhoek. An elegant, conveniently located hotel, Olive Grove is surrounded by tranquil gardens. Offering 11 rooms and suites, each tastefully furnished with a lovely veranda for al fresco dining. Other facilities include an inside lounge and fireplace, an honesty bar, downstairs dining area, intimate upper dining area, open-air lounge, plunge pool and a garden. There is also a wellness room with a resident therapist.

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