Ohakane Lodge
Opuwo - Namibia
Ohakane Lodge is situated in Opuwo, the administrative capital of Namibia's Kaokoland region.
The Ohakane Lodge is named after the Ovahimba word for the African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus). This wild animal has recently been added to the list of endangered species in Namibia, after having been hunted virtually to extinction. The Wild Dog has incredible stamina. It is known for its tenacity and excellent group hunting skills and is sometimes called the clown of the carnivores, on account of its colourful, patched fur.
The thatched main building houses the restaurant, bar and lounge, with a small swimming pool set invitingly only a few feet away. Breakfast and dinner are served buffet-style and a mid-day meal can be ordered from their set lunch menu.
There are 13 luxury, en-suite, air-conditioned rooms. Mosquito repellent is available on request. The lodge also has a laundry
Visit a Himba settlement and learn about the lifestyle of these nomadic people. Half, full day and night Himba village excursions can be taken. Ohakane Lodge's experienced guides will lead you off the beaten track, showing you the harsh beauty of Kaokoland and its fragile environment.
There is a transportation and tour-guide service for fly-in visitors.
Through the sale of T-shirts in the curio shop, Ohakane Lodge supports a WWF research programme on the African Wild Dog, which aims at ensuring the species' survival.
- Himba Excursion
- Visit a Himba settlement and learn about the lifestyle of these nomadic people
Directions:
Ohakane Lodge is situated in Opuwo behind the Shell petrol station
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