Set on the slopes of a dolomite hill and situated only 42kms east of Windhoek, amidst a natural savannah, riverine vegetation, lush grass plains and magnificent mountain views, is N/a'ankuse Lodge and Wildlife Sanctuary. This truly unique lodge, sited on 1,500ha of former farmland, offers (malaria free) sightings of lion, leopard and cheetah, on either a nature drive or carnivore feeding tour.

The main lodge building comprises of a bar and tranquil dining room area and kitchen, with stunning views of the surrounding environment. Their team of chefs will prepare a combination of mouthwatering European/African dishes, whether it's a hearty breakfast served in the dining room or outside in the garden, a delicious lunch or dinner served in the restaurant or under the stars. All dishes are prepared using fresh ingredients and home-made delicacies, complemented with fine wines from the bar.

The lodge provides a breathtaking backdrop for weddings and conferences as well. It is the perfect venue for that special day. The reception area seats up to 100 people, and there is a full catering and bar service, whilst still retaining that secluded, romantic feeling. For conferences and corporate events, up to 100 delegates can be housed in the main dining area.

Accommodation is in 6 luxurious en-suite chalets, offering a blend of rich ethnic décor, combined with modern luxury, embellished in soft earthy tones. Each unit has been sited to ensure a maximum view and total privacy.

The animal centre was set up to care for orphaned and injured animals and the less dangerous such as baboons, meerkats, mongoose and African wild cats, are looked after by volunteers from across the world, who pay to stay as working guests. There time is invaluable and plays an important role in the maintenance and building of new enclosures, feeding, grooming, as well as joining in the rescue and release of animals.

Threatened animals are rescued, and following a range of check-ups, fostering and attention, are then considered for relocating to other conservation friendly farms, with proper habitat and food chain being a top priority.

Even though long-term rehabilitation of animals is the main objective here, sadly not all of the animals are able to be released back into the wild. Only those that can't, remain. As the lodge provides a safe sanctuary for a number of lions, leopards, cheetah, wild dogs, caracals and baboons, (all within large purpose built enclosures) it goes without saying that the main activity at N/a'ankuse, is the carnivore feeding tour, which takes place daily at 11h00 and 15h00. Each tour lasts approximately two hours. The chance for amazing photographic opportunities should not be missed. Pre-booking of these tours is essential.

Nature walks, with an excellent chance of spotting small antelope, meerkats and vultures amongst a variety of bird species, can also be organized, as can their exciting bush picnics in surprise settings!

N/a'ankuse Lodge and Wildlife Sanctuary. Dedicated to the preservation and rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife.

Animal Center

The centre was developed to care for orphaned and injured animals. It is currently provides a safe sanctuary for Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Wild Dogs within large purpose built enclosures which are surrounded by electric fencing powered by solar panels. The smaller animals such as Baboons, Meerkats, Mongoose and African Wild Cats are cared for by volunteers from across the world who pay to stay as working guests in order to gain hands on experience with Namibian wildlife and who play an important role in maintaining and building new enclosures, feeding and grooming the animals and partaking in the rescue and release (when possible) of animals that come to N/a'ankusê.

Directions:

24km east of Windhoek on the B6 (between Windhoek and Hosea Kutako International Airport) turn north onto the MR53 - follow this road for 27km and you will find the turnoff to Naankuse Lodge (the lodge is still a further 8km from this point)