Elegant chalets and camping by natural waterholes
Otjiwa Eagle’s Rest offers family‑oriented safari luxury on a 12,000‑hectare private farm, blending wildlife, wellness, and comfort.
Location: Set on Namibia’s oldest game farm near Otjiwarongo, Eagle’s Rest lies within a 12,000‑hectare private reserve. Featuring multiple natural dams and renowned birdlife including the iconic fish eagle it provides an authentic bushveld escape just a short drive from Windhoek and Etosha
Rooms: The lodge offers 22 elegant chalets and seven family units, each with air conditioning, en‑suite bathrooms, tea/coffee stations, and verandahs overlooking bushland. Self‑catering family chalets include kitchens and BBQ areas, while ten river‑sand campsites offer electrical points, ablutions and communal facilities
Amenities: Facilities include a welcoming bar and restaurant overlooking a waterhole, a relaxing swimming pool, wellness centre, laundry service and free Wi‑Fi in communal areas. The lodge also validates credit cards and provides on‑site parking.
Activities: Guests can enjoy sundowner game drives spotting around 25 species including white rhino, sable and roan antelope. Other guided activities include rhino tracking, horseback rides, bush walks, night drives, e‑bike tours, and cooking classes.
Sustainability: Embedded in decades of conservation, Otjiwa supports wildlife management in Namibia’s oldest game farm. The lodge offers low‑impact hospitality with respect for natural water sources and habitats, fostering both ecolodging and traditional safari ethics.
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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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