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Ogongo Waterfall Campsite

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A Place of Magic

Ongongo, meaning “magical” in Herero, truly lives up to its name. Nestled in a remote canyon in northwest Namibia, this stunning spot features warm, relatively warm water year-round. Located 6 km from Warmquelle and about 25 km south of Sesfontein, it’s roughly 90 km north of Palmwag on the C43. The closest fuel stations are in Sesfontein and Palmwag.

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9 Luxury Campsites

  • 1 Jan - 31 Dec 2024

Our 9 Luxury campsites can accommodate eight guests and two vehicles.

N$ 760 Per person sharing

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Your Home in the Wilderness

Our 9 luxury well furbished campsites and facilities, can be accessed by 2×4 vehicles (ONLY bakkies / SUVs), but with caution as the road is rocky and takes some time to navigate through. It is NOT possible with a sedan vehicle. 2 x 4 drivers are not advised to take their vehicles into the gorge, which is 4×4 access only. Vehicles can be left in a parking area at the top and equipment carried down. We highly recommend traveling with 4×4 vehicles!

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Waterfall & Crystal Clear Water

9 Luxury
Campsites

Shaded Area
with Wash Basin

Private Ablution
Facilities

Hot
Showers

Multiple
Activities

Free WiFi
Access

Wheelchair
Friendly

Family Friendly

Multiple Activities

Airport
Shuttle

Swimming
Pool

Amazing place. Quiet, sounds of the waterfall making for a very pleasant night sleep. Ablutions good and clean. Difficult path to get there, requires 4x4.

Jean Paul Van der Graaf

Really well designed and set up campsite. Incredible staff who are kind and helpful. Beautiful location, highly recommend doing a hike up the river bed. Lots of wild life, hammerhead birds, terrapins and the like!

Catherine

Pristine waterfall, natural pool and stream. Perfect for swimming; even in June. Stayed at campsite one; closest to the waterfall. It was well protected from wind.

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It's not a nice road to get to this camp site, but we'll worth it. They have great amenities for washing up, private bathrooms, and a nice clean spot to camp. The rock pool and waterfall are absolutely beautiful, it was one of my best camping experiences in Namibia. Just don't forget your own toilet paper.

Carol S

Awesome little campsite next to a beautiful spring. Pack a lunch and head for a hike north of the campsite up the river bed.

Andrew Greenwood

After following a real Namibian trail for a few kilometers we came across great campsites and a beautiful oasis. Spent the entire day swimming and exploring the area. Staff fires up the donkey in the mornings and evenings which is awesome. Will definitely be returning!

Raffie R

This was definitely my favorite campsite in the whole trip. Simply magical. To sleep listening to the sound of the river and frogs. To reach a private magical natural pool just next to your camping ground. It was just us at the pool, amazing. The campsite is also very high quality with private bathrooms and sinks and lightning.

Chiara Morosini

Your Home in the Wilderness

What you Get

Take a tour along the canyon and the Ongongo creek, following the stream to its origin where a massive tree shelters a natural spring that is warm enough for swimming all year round. Our nine luxury campsites can accommodate eight guests and two vehicles, and each campsite has its own private ablution facilities, hot showers, washbasin and shaded area to relax in.

Ongongo Waterfall Campsite

Experience the wonders of Ongongo through a variety of immersive activities. Explore the scenic beauty of the canyon, enjoy the tranquil landscapes, and discover the diverse wildlife while supporting essential conservation efforts.

Walking Tour (approx. 1h)

A walk up the Ongongo creek to the upper level, following the stream all the way to its origin where a massive tree shelters the natural spring. From there we continue in a north-westerly direction, hiking up and out of the canyon. High on the plain we walk for a couple of hundred metres with vistas to the west. We descend back down into the canyon a bit downstream from the campsite and make our way back to the camp. Water and snacks need to be provided by the guests themselves.

Walking Tour (approx. 2.5h)

A walk up the Ongongo creek to the upper level, following the stream all the way to its origin where a massive tree shelters the natural spring. From there we continue in a north-westerly direction, hiking up and out of the canyon. High on the plain we walk for a couple of hundred metres with vistas to the west. We then continue along the mountain range, ascending to the secret caves of Warmquelle. After taking a quick breather we descend back onto the plain and head back to camp. Water and snacks need to be provided by the guests themselves.

Guided Walks

Open up a whole new realm of adventure with this thrilling interaction with the wilderness. Embark on a guided walk through a stunning canyon, and discover breathtaking views in this uniquely barren landscape.

Self-Guided Walks

Embark on a self-guided walk and discover the beauty and serenity of the unique Ongongo landscape and its breathtaking views. Follow the stream to its source, where a majestic tree provides shade over a tranquil natural all year-round warm spring.

Bird Watching

Join us for an unforgettable birdwatching adventure, and experience the rich avian diversity while supporting conservation efforts in this unique ecosystem.

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