Walking safaris on Etosha’s eastern frontier
Onguma Trails Camp offers a unique 2–3 night walking trail experience in a private Namibian reserve, blending barefoot adventure with glamping comfort.
Location: Located in a previously unused area of Onguma Nature Reserve on Etosha’s eastern border, Trails Camp lies within a 34 000 ha conservation area. The camp is accessed via a short transfer from Onguma Forest Camp, immersing guests in remote wilderness with no mobile signal. It’s the first walking‑only camp near big game in Namibia
Rooms: Featuring four spacious en‑suite glamping bell tents set in thicker, biodiverse woodland, the camp sleeps up to eight guests. Each tent includes an extra‑length bed, rich bedding, an outdoor hot‑bucket shower, compost loo, private wood‑fired hot tub, and a seating area to soak in tranquil bush views
Amenities: Communal experiences take place in a canvas mess tent where guests gather for shared meals and campfire evenings. The camp is entirely off-grid, powered by solar energy, and uses eco-friendly toiletries and water-saving practices.
Activities: Guided by accredited Field Guides Association of Southern Africa instructors, guests can join 6–10 km daily walking safaris that teach tracking, bush botany, ecology and animal signs. Highlights include bush breakfasts, sundowner walks, and nights under the stars with educational boma dinners. A 3‑night extension adds a walk along a riverbed or a sunrise drive.
Sustainability: Trails Camp aligns with Onguma’s eco-conscious ethos—solar power, composting toilets, bucket showers heated by donkey boilers, and no plastic waste. Satellite communication enables safety without permanent infrastructure. The camp supports conservation through education and minimal environmental impact.
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January
Bring your umbrella, it's rainy season. January is mid-summer in Namibia with the possibility of torrential downpours mid afternoon, but with temperatures of 30-35 degrees it tends to be hot and humid.
February
Similar to January, it is hot and humid with the chance of a downpour in the afternoon.
March
In March, rainfall starts to decrease and temperatures lower with nights becoming increasingly cool. Although daytime temperatures remain hot reaching up to 30 degrees.
April
April is predominantly dry and hot, although there can be a couple of sporadic rainy days across the month
May
Winter is coming. May has little or no rainfall and the humidity is low, in northern regions around Etosha you'll find fresher, greener landscapes with wildlife gathering around depleting watering holes.
- If you're looking to tackle the Fish River Canyon Hike this is the best time to visit Namibia.
June
In June the nights are cold and temperatures can drop below 10 degrees, whilst in the Namib desert it can reach below freezing. There is no chance of rain as the dry season is in full flow.
July
Visitors in July will experience one of Namibia's coldest months, be sure to pack warm clothing as game drives can be chilly.
August
Like July, visitors in August will experience one of Namibia's coldest months, be sure to pack warm clothing as game drives can be chilly and night time temperatures can drop below freezing both at the coast and inland.
September
Considered the best month to travel to Namibia, September is temperate with clear dry skies and low humidity levels.
October
In October game viewing is at its best, the vegetation is fading with temperatures rising up to 29 degrees.
November
Heat continues to rise, with humidity levels remaining low, however there is a chance of rain in the afternoons.
December
December brings the first rains of the season, bringing everything to life as animals start to disperse as more water becomes available.
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