Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge, new establishment
north of Etosha National Park in arid
Kunene Region, offers
travellers a chance to follow the desert-dwelling black rhino on foot, and see
the wildlife of northern Namibia.
Visitors to the 6,000 ha Uukawluudhi conservancy can set out on a guided
adventure in search of the amazing desert-dwelling black rhino. Along the way
explorers may also see giraffe, kudu, Burchell zebra, springbok and
black-faced impala. Mountain bikes are available for more active travellers.
The eight twin Meru tents with en-suite facilities give travellers a sense of
adventure and still offer familiar comforts. The tents have solar power which
enables guests to charge laptops. The central facilities and tented units are
set on a hill overlooking a wide plain below. The open central facility and
pool provide excellent opportunities for relaxation returning from adventures.
Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge is an excellent opportunity to discover a little
known area of Namibia.
Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge is located on a 6,000 ha wildlife reserve within the
Uukwaluudhi Conservancy. The wildlife resort is home to black rhino, giraffe,
kudu, Burchell zebra, springbok and black-faced impala. Ideal for self-drive
and small groups.
Convenient for onward travel into Kaokoland, Etosha National Park, Damaraland
and Oshakati. Well developed set of activities, including sunrise and sunset
game drives, rhino tracking on foot, guided hikes and mountain biking.
Onward travel
Etosha National Park (Andersson Gate)
Oshakati
Palmwag Concession
Twyfelfontein Kamanjab
Accommodation
8 Meru style tents:
8 x twin tents (3 x tents can be converted into double tents)
2 x single tour guide tents (not same standard as guest tents)
All tents offer:
En-suite bathroom with shower, toilet and basin
Private veranda
Fan
Tents are mosquito proof and repellent spry is provided
Power is supplied by solar energy strong enough to charge laptops, but not to
use hairdryers.
Laundry facilities are provided at an extra cost.
Facilities
The thatched veranda-like main area is situated on top of a small knoll:
Overlooking a large savannah plain
Reception
Restaurant with individual tables
Bar
Lounge
Curio Shop
Swimming pool
Activities & vehicles
Early morning sunrise game drive
Rhino tracking on foot
Guided hikes
Afternoon sundowner game drives
Half day and full day Mountain biking
Activities conducted on foot are safe as there are no resident predators,
however caution is advised due to the presence of rhinos on the reserve.
Vehicles
Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge can be reached in a 2 X 4 sedan from the C41, but if
clients travel further into Kaokoland a 4x4 is recommended.
Although the Lodge lies in an arid area, rain in other parts of the country
can cause rivers to flow. The onset of the flow is very rapid.
As a large part of the journey takes place on gravel roads, consultants should
switch to an 4x4 vehicle during the rainy season (October to April).
Transfers
Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge offers transfers from / to the Opuwo Airstrip.
Airstrip
Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge uses the Opuwo (Ohopoho) Airstrip
European & Southern African influences, no 'unusual' ingredients
Breakfast buffet
Lunch: a-la-carte
Dinner: buffet or set menu
Breakfast & lunch packs on advance booking
Advisory
Children of all ages are welcome
Suitable for the aged
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge falls in the malaria area. See basic Malaria
precautions and guidelines
During rainy season a 4x4 vehicle is recommended.
Social Responsibility
Uukwaluudhi Safari Lodge is part of a joint venture agreement between Opuwo
Country Lodge and the Uukwaalhuudi Conservancy. Opuwo Country Lodge manages
both the wildlife assets and tourism development within the Uukwaalhuudi
Conservancy. Through this joint venture not only the protection of the
biodiversity of the area is enhanced, but economic empowerment of the
community is developed.
