The Fort exterior with tower and pan at dusk at Onguma The Fort, Etosha
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Etosha, Namibia

Onguma The Fort

At a glance

Children

7+ (unfenced)

Activities

Game drives 7+; Onkolo hide 7+

Malaria

Low-risk malaria area

Private vehicle

Private activities available

Why families love it

Onguma The Fort for families

Well-suited to families with older children, this lodge allows for a flexible safari through the availability of private activities. Younger guests can join game drives, and the swimming pool provides a welcome diversion between wildlife viewing. The lodge's position within a low-risk malaria area also offers valuable peace of mind.

Who it suits

Under 6

No — minimum age 7

Ages 6–11

From age 7

Teens

Well suited

Multigenerational

Possible — check room setup

Family facts

Private vehicle
Private activities available
Pool
Yes
Access
Onguma airstrip

Family accommodation

Where your family will stay

Bush Suite

11 available

Honeymoon Suite

Sultan Suite

Experiences

What your family will do here

  • Photographic Safaris

Rates & pricing

What a stay costs

From NAD 11,250 per person per night

Plus mandatory park/conservation fees

SeasonDatesRate
2027 rack (single period)Bush Suite (DBB)1 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027NAD 11,250per person per night
2027 rack (single period)Sultan's Suite (DBB)1 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027NAD 13,690per person per night
2027 rack (single period)Honeymoon Suite (DBB)1 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027NAD 15,680per person per night
2027 rack (single period)Bush Suite (All Inclusive)1 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027NAD 16,170per person per night
2027 rack (single period)Sultan's Suite (All Inclusive)1 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027NAD 18,610per person per night
2027 rack (single period)Honeymoon Suite (All Inclusive)1 Nov 2026 – 31 Oct 2027NAD 20,610per person per night

Family & child pricing

  • Ages 0–6: Children under 7 not allowed.
  • Under 7 not permitted on game drive vehicles unless private drive booked (N$10,680 per vehicle per 4-hr activity)

Mandatory fees

  • Onguma Conservation Levy: NAD 350 per person per bed night · Payable in addition

Single travellers: N$3770 (DBB)

Single travellers: N$4190 (DBB)

Single travellers: N$7940 (DBB)

Typically included

  • Accommodation
  • Airstrip transfers

Typically excluded

  • Premium drinks
  • Private vehicle

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 Onguma The Fort?

The minimum age is 7. Detail: 7+ (unfenced).

Can children go on game drives / activities?

Game drives 7+; Onkolo hide 7+. Walking safaris are from age 16.

Can we have a private vehicle?

Private activities available.

Is Onguma The Fort in a malaria area?

Onguma The Fort is in a low-risk malaria area — please take advice from a travel clinic.

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