Taleni Etosha Village is a new lodge situated only 4.3kms from the Andersson Gate (near Okaukuejo) entrance to the Etosha National Park. It offers visitors to the area and especially the family, an affordable self-catering holiday, close to Namibia's famous wildlife attractions. (Taleni means view or vision.)

The entrance to the lodge itself leads to a drive-through area (with temporary and secure parking) to the reception and guest cloakroom. The well-stocked Cuca shop utility store, adjacent to reception, stocks beers, wines, groceries and other essential items for the self-caterer. The open-air bar has DSTV, just the job to catch up on all the news from home and those major sporting events. Instructions for the laundry service can be found in the rooms and there is a high-feeding chair and a cot available. Tea & coffee are available 24hrs at the bar.

The 3 swimming pools, (baby, medium sized and large) are great for all the family to have a splash and a dip on those hot, Namibian afternoons. The lawn areas are perfect for the kiddies to play, and the parents to relax and unwind.

Etosha Village offers traditional eating arrangements in a typical Ovambo settlement, would call for food to be prepared in a kitchen area, before being presented to the hungry villagers. Men, women, children and elders, would then take their meal to separate eating areas, laid out in a 'kraal-like' manner, built with local materials to create shelter. These customs are reflected in the Taleni's kitchen/buffet area and 3 outside dining sites. Today of course, guests can sit with, and where they choose!

The 40 accommodation units combine comfort and African charm, and are arranged in such a way to ensure maximum privacy. Alongside the outside (but covered) dining area of a wooden table and chairs, and up a few steps and onto the raised timber decking, is the washing-up area, under-counter fridge, 2-plate stove and a hand/vanity basin. (Eating and cooking utensils are available from reception.) The tented bedroom has air-conditioning, a fan, an in-room safe, a double bed, sleeper couch, desk and chair, and shelves and hanging space. Number 16 is the wheelchair friendly unit. Power is supplied from mains electricity.

Activities include early morning and afternoon excursions to Etosha National Park. There are 2 game viewing vehicles, seating a maximum of 10 passengers per vehicle, per trip. The morning drive lasts for approximately 6 hours, following a route through Andersson Gate to Okaukuejo, and then on to various waterholes in a circular route, before heading back to Okaukuejo. Light refreshments are served at the 'Olifant’s Bad.'

The afternoon drive departs at 14h00 and follows the same route, depending on the road-accessibility. If necessary, alternative routes will be suggested, ensuring maximum game-viewing opportunities for their guests. Full-day trips can also be organized. The knowledgeable and professional driver/guides, have extensive knowledge of the area and animals, giving a thoroughly enjoyable 'running commentary' en-route.

Taleni Etosha Village. Preserving land as a prime destination for nature lovers.

Accommodation in Namibia

Etosha Park

drive yourself into the Etosha Park and spend the day visiting the numerous waterholes in search of game

Game Drives

Visit Etosha Park on a guided game drive

Sundowner Trips

Weather permitting, the sundowner trips are a great favourite at Etosha Village. Guests are taken to a nearby hill to enjoy 'a sundowner in the bush,' whilst admiring the incredible Namibian sunset. A sumptuous feast can also be arranged on return.

Directions:

Etosha Village is situated just 4.3km of the Andersson Gate south of Okaukuejo. Turn west off the C38 4 km south of the park boundary.