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Kambaku Safari Lodge

Waterberg - Namibia

Kambaku Safari Lodge, a multi-Hospitality Association Namibia (HAN) award of excellence winner, is situated on the 7600 hectare Okariuputa game farm, only 25 km north of the Waterberg Nature Reserve. This area is known for its large thorn bushes and Omborumbonga trees.

Located amongst beautiful shady trees and green grass, the lodge was built from natural materials, linking it to its natural surroundings. There is a large grassed terrace inviting you to sunbathe or partake in a sundowner. As the pool is heated by solar power, swimming is available to guests all year round.

Fresh and wholesome meals will be served by the lodge's kitchen staff. Omelette a la Engel, a Kambaku's Potjie (a delicious game casserole) and an open-fire game stir fry, are just some of the meals that will be served on the lodge's veranda. For those cold winter evenings, there is a fireplace inside the main building, not to mention a bar and a small library for your convenience. Enjoy a cocktail around the pool and bush story around the campfire, on a starry, moonlit Namibian night.

Kambaku's small cellar has a limited, but fine selection of South African red, rosé and white wines.

There are 8 double and 2 family rooms. Each en-suite room is fitted out in luxurious African style, providing all the comforts required after a long day's drive.

Eight different species of antelope, zebras, ostriches, and 4 of the big 5, (less buffalo) all pass through Kambaku Safari Lodge. A variety of eagle and vulture, falcons, jackals, warthogs and hyena, provide excellent photographic opportunities at the lookout points and ground-level hides near the waterholes.

Horse riding and Land-Cruiser morning and afternoon game drives can be arranged, as well as guided or unguided nature and game walks.

Day trips to the Cheetah Conservation Fund, the Waterberg Plateau & Etosha National Park can be organized. For your entertainment, beach volleyball, archery, mountain biking and clay pigeon shooting facilities are at the guests disposal.

Younger guests are most welcome at Kambaku Safari Lodge. They can join in most of the adult activities and an adventure playground, children's bicycles, bows, a safari by donkey cart plus a variety of games and toys are at hand.

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Beach Volleyball
Annette's great cooking means that a little sporting activity is essential!
Archery - Sports bows in various sizes and weights are available for adults and children alike - practice makes perfect.
Mountain biking - Touring the farm by bicycle will keep you fit and guarantee some exciting encounters with nature.
Game drives
Get a good general view from our land cruisers. Interesting glimpses of wildlife under the expert supervision of our guides.
Game walks
A walk through the bush will take you close to nature. Our guides will be happy to introduce you to the flora and fauna of Kambaku! Don't forget to bring a sturdy pair of shoes!
Clay pigeon shooting
A complete skeet stand awaits you. If you've never tried it before, we'll be pleased to show you the ropes!
Wildlife watching - From a lookout point or ground-level hide. Unique insights into life at the water-hole - a must for amateur photographers and film-makers.
Star gazing
Use our telescope to take a voyage of discovery. Observe the breath-taking skies of the southern hemisphere and see the Southern Cross for yourself.
Horse riding
Journey through the bush on horseback. - A must for beginners and experts alike.
Cheetah Conservation Fund

The natural habitat of Cheetah in the wild has shrunk dramatically all over the world. Thus the fastest terrestrial animal on the planet has become a highly endangered species. With about 2,500 animals, Namibia boasts the largest Cheetah population on earth. In order to protect Cheetah in Namibia, the Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) was founded in 1990.

The CCF information centre is as entertaining as instructive and definitely worthwhile. Cheetah which no longer can be released into the wilds for various reasons, are kept in large enclosures next to the centre. You will be able to take stunning pictures of the big cats. On certain days visitors are also welcome to watch Cheetah at full speed during their sprint-training.

Vulture Restaurant

The Rare and Endangered Species Trust (REST), established in 2000, is mainly concerned with protecting the Cape vulture which is an endangered species in Namibia. Once there were seven colonies of about 2,000 birds in the country. Now, only one colony of eleven Cape vultures remains in the cliffs of Waterberg. For observing and studying the birds, REST set up a vulture restaurant with an observation screen. Carrion is regularly laid out at the restaurant, which does attract Cape vultures and hundreds of White-backed and Lappet-faced vultures.

The screen is very suitable for taking good pictures. Visitors can also get acquainted with Nelson, a flightless vulture which is kept in a large aviary. A host of interesting facts about these useful scavengers can be learnt at REST’s research and study centre.

Waterberg Plateau

Thanks to rich springs, the eastern cliffs of ‘Water Mountain’ are characterised by an almost subtropical abundance of flora. The plateau of this table mountain was proclaimed a nature reserve in 1972. Animal species in need of protection - such as Sable Antelope, Buffalo and Rhino - were resettled there. Furthermore, Rüppell’s parrot and other rare types of birds can be spotted. From the semi-state rest camp a path leads up to the rocks at the edge of the plateau where Rock Hyrax and Klipspringer are found. The historic police station now houses a restaurant with numerous pictures from the olden days.

OvaHerero cultural centre

Farm Hamakari is situated east of Waterberg, close to the little town of Okakarara. At Hamakari OvaHerero fighters suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of German troops in 1904. At the historic site a cultural and tourism centre is now being established, which will house an exhibition on the history and culture of the Ovaherero people; local arts and crafts will also be sold there.

Directions:

Kambaku is situated between Otjiwarongo and Otavi on the 2808 road

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