Aerial view of the lodge on a wooded hilltop at Ongava Horizon, Etosha
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Etosha, Namibia

Ongava Horizon

At a glance

Children

8+ (8–13 only with private vehicle & activities booked; otherwise 14+)

Activities

Children 8–13 need a private vehicle; 14+ shared

Malaria

Low-risk malaria area

Family rooms

3 suites (no family unit)

Private vehicle

Required for children 8–13

Why families love it

Ongava Horizon for families

Welcoming children from eight years, this lodge offers flexibility for families with a mix of ages. Younger children are catered for with a required private vehicle for their safaris, while teenagers are able to join shared game drives. Each suite features its own private plunge pool, and the lodge’s location within a low-risk malaria area is a practical advantage for family travel.

Who it suits

Under 6

No — minimum age 8

Ages 6–11

From age 8

Teens

Well suited

Multigenerational

Possible — check room setup

Family facts

Family accommodation
3 suites (no family unit)
Private vehicle
Required for children 8–13
Pool
Private plunge pools
Open season
All year
Access
Ongava airstrip

Family accommodation

Where your family will stay

Maximum guests
6

Villa

3 available

Sleeps 2

Exclusive use · Private pool · Private vehicle · Dedicated guide

Experiences

What your family will do here

  • Photographic Safaris

Rates & pricing

What a stay costs

From NAD 50,700 per person per night

Plus mandatory park/conservation fees

SeasonDatesRate
2026 rate periodVilla11 Jan 2026 – 10 Jan 2027NAD 50,800per person per night
2026 rate periodVilla11 Jan 2026 – 10 Jan 2027NAD 63,440per person per night (single)
2027 rate periodVilla11 Jan 2027 – 10 Jan 2028NAD 50,700per person per night

Family & child pricing

  • Ages 0–11 (sharing with adult; Horizon must be booked exclusive-use): Child (0-11) N$37,000 pppn FI; children 0-11 require exclusive use of Horizon.
  • Ages 0–11 (sharing with adult; Horizon must be booked exclusive-use): Child (0-11) N$36,950 pppn FI; exclusive use required.
  • Sole-use guide & vehicle included at Horizon
  • Sole-use guide & vehicle included

Mandatory fees

  • Ongava Conservation Fee: NAD 1,200 per person per day · Payable in addition
  • Park fees: amount confirmed at quotation · Included in rate
  • Ongava Conservation Fee: NAD 1,300 per person per day · Payable in addition

Single travellers: Single room N$63,440 per night

Typically included

  • Meals
  • Laundry
  • Park fees
  • Game drives
  • Local drinks
  • Accommodation
  • Private vehicle
  • Airstrip transfers

Typically excluded

  • Premium drinks

Published rates, subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What age do children need to be to stay at Ongava Horizon?

The minimum age is 8. Detail: 8+ (8–13 only with private vehicle & activities booked; otherwise 14+).

Can children go on game drives / activities?

Children 8–13 need a private vehicle; 14+ shared.

What family accommodation is there?

3 suites (no family unit).

Can we have a private vehicle?

Required for children 8–13.

Is Ongava Horizon in a malaria area?

Ongava Horizon is in a low-risk malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic.

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