Okutala Etosha Lodge is located about 40 km south of Etosha’s Andersson Gate, on a private reserve covering 24,000 hectares of Namibian bushveld. The lodge has elevated chalets and suites spread across hills and valleys, each with a veranda looking over a busy waterhole where animals such as giraffes, mongoose, peacocks, and ostriches often wander freely, sometimes coming close during breakfast.
Accommodation choices include cosy lodge rooms, spacious hilltop chalets, interconnected family suites, and a king-size suite. All rooms have air conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, mosquito nets, hairdryers, tea and coffee stations, and private patios for relaxing in privacy.
The main lodge area has a thatched lapa deck with wide views, two swimming pools, a restaurant and bar, a lounge, a curio shop, and a photographic hide for wildlife viewing. There is also a private airstrip for guests arriving by plane. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, combining the warmth of a country homestead with the comfort of a safari lodge.
Guests can take part in activities that go beyond the usual safari. Guided feeding tours offer close encounters with elephants, cheetahs, rhinos, leopards, and hyenas. Visitors can also join guided or self-drive trips into Etosha National Park, enjoy sundowners under the evening sky, have bush picnics, or take part in educational walks and guided hikes to learn about the reserve’s plants and wildlife.
The lodge is involved in animal rehabilitation projects, showing its commitment to conservation while offering hospitality.
Families, couples, and solo travellers often praise the friendly service, well-prepared meals, and spacious rooms. Many enjoy the special experience of watching wildlife while dining or relaxing by the pool, making Okutala Etosha Lodge a memorable base for exploring the region and enjoying close encounters with nature.
