Namibia Independence Bucket List - Top attractions

Namibia Independence Bucket List

"Independence Bucket List" - featuring 33 awe-inspiring destinations, attractions, and experiences that showcase the incredible beauty, diversity, and spirit of our beloved nation. Discover the wonders of Namibia and make unforgettable memories as you embark on these once-in-a-lifetime adventures!

1. Sossusvlei: The iconic red dunes and otherworldly Dead Vlei, a must-see destination in the heart of the Namib Desert.

2. Etosha National Park: A premier wildlife destination, home to various species of wildlife.

3. Fish River Canyon: The second-largest canyon in the world and a geological marvel.

4. Skeleton Coast: A hauntingly beautiful stretch of coastline, with shipwrecks, desert-adapted wildlife, and unique landscapes.

5. Swakopmund: A charming coastal city with unique architecture and a variety of adventure activities.

6. Namib-Naukluft Park: Home to diverse landscapes, including the famous dunes of Sossusvlei and the vast plains of the Naukluft Mountains.

7. Twyfelfontein: A UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient rock engravings offering a glimpse into the lives of early inhabitants.

8. Zambezi Region: A lush, water-rich region with diverse wildlife, unique cultures, and unparalleled natural beauty.

9. Spitzkoppe: A striking granite peak rising from the desert, perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and stargazing.

10. Walvis Bay: A coastal city offering activities like whale watching, seal kayaking, and exploring its vast lagoon, home to flamingos and other bird species.

11. Kolmanskop: An eerie ghost town that once thrived as a diamond mining community, now a popular destination for photographers.

12. Damaraland: Home to desert-adapted elephants, ancient rock art, and the Petrified Forest.

13. Bwabwata National Park: A conservation success story, this park is home to abundant wildlife, including elephants, African wild dogs, and various antelope species.

14. Windhoek: The capital city of Namibia, offering a mix of modern amenities and historical attractions.

15. Waterberg Plateau Park: A striking plateau with unique red sandstone cliffs and diverse flora and fauna.

16. Ai-Ais Hot Springs: Relax in the natural hot springs of Ai-Ais, located within the Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.

17. Lüderitz: A coastal town with unique architecture and a gateway to the nearby Kolmanskop ghost town.

18. Namib Sand Sea: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this vast expanse of ever-shifting sand dunes is a testament to the power of nature.

19. Brandberg Mountain: Namibia's tallest mountain, home to the famous "White Lady" rock painting and diverse wildlife.

20. Daan Viljoen Game Reserve: A small game reserve near Windhoek, perfect for wildlife viewing, hiking, and picnicking.

21. Popa Falls: A series of cascades on the Okavango River, surrounded by lush vegetation and abundant birdlife.

22. Cape Cross Seal Reserve: Home to one of the largest colonies of Cape fur seals in the world.

23. Mudumu National Park: A remote park in the Zambezi Region, offering diverse habitats and exceptional birdwatching opportunities.

24. Khaudum National Park: An off-the-beaten-track destination, perfect for intrepid travelers seeking a true wilderness experience.

25. Otjiwarongo: A town known for its cheetah conservation efforts and the nearby Cheetah Conservation Fund.

26. Quiver Tree Forest: A unique natural attraction, featuring hundreds of quiver trees, some up to 300 years old, creating a surreal landscape.

27. Hoba Meteorite: The largest known meteorite on Earth, located near the town of Grootfontein, offering a rare chance to see a piece of outer space.

28. Epupa Falls: A series of stunning waterfalls along the Kunene River, set against the backdrop of the arid Kaokoland landscape.

29. Erindi Private Game Reserve: A sustainable ecotourism destination, offering excellent wildlife viewing and conservation programs.

30. Dorob National Park: This coastal park stretches from Walvis Bay to the Ugab River and includes diverse landscapes, such as dunes, gravel plains, and lagoons.

31. Kuiseb Canyon: A dramatic geological feature carved by the Kuiseb River, providing a striking contrast between the dunes of the Namib Desert and the canyon's rugged terrain.

32. Zambezi Arts Centre: Showcasing traditional crafts from the Zambezi Region, supporting local artisans and preserving cultural heritage.

33. Tsumeb Cultural Village: A unique attraction that celebrates Namibia's diverse cultural heritage, offering visitors an insight into the country's various ethnic groups and their traditions.

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Namibia: 33 awe-inspiring destinations

Namibia: 33 awe-inspiring destinations

Namibia celebrate its Independence Day on 21 March. In honor of this momentous occasion, we are thrilled to present you with a special gift - "Independence Bucket List" featuring 33 awe-inspiring destinations, attractions, and experiences that showcase the incredible beauty, diversity, and spirit of our beloved nation. Discover the wonders of Namibia and make unforgettable memories as you embark on these once-in-a-lifetime adventures!

1 Sossusvlei: The iconic red dunes and otherworldly Deadvlei, a must-see destination in the heart of the Namib Desert.

2 Etosha National Park: A premier wildlife destination, home to various species of wildlife.

3 Fish River Canyon: The second-largest canyon in the world and a geological marvel.

4 Skeleton Coast: A hauntingly beautiful stretch of coastline, with shipwrecks, desert-adapted wildlife, and unique landscapes.

5 Swakopmund: A charming coastal city with unique architecture and a variety of adventure activities.

6 Namib-Naukluft Park: Home to diverse landscapes, including the famous dunes of Sossusvlei and the vast plains of the Naukluft Mountains.

7 Twyfelfontein: A UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient rock engravings offering a glimpse into the lives of early inhabitants.

8 Zambezi Region: A lush, water-rich region with diverse wildlife, unique cultures, and unparalleled natural beauty.

9 Spitzkoppe: A striking granite peak rising from the desert, perfect for hiking, rock climbing, and stargazing.

10 Walvis Bay: A coastal city offering activities like whale watching, seal kayaking, and exploring its vast lagoon, home to flamingos and other bird species.

11 Kolmanskop: An eerie ghost town that once thrived as a diamond mining community, now a popular destination for photographers.

12 Damaraland: Home to desert-adapted elephants, ancient rock art, and the Petrified Forest.

13 Bwabwata National Park: A conservation success story, this park is home to abundant wildlife, including elephants, African wild dogs, and various antelope species.

14 Windhoek: The capital city of Namibia, offering a mix of modern amenities and historical attractions.

15 Waterberg Plateau Park: A striking plateau with unique red sandstone cliffs and diverse flora and fauna.

16 Ai-Ais Hot Springs: Relax in the natural hot springs of Ai-Ais, located within the Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.

17 Lüderitz: A coastal town with unique architecture and a gateway to the nearby Kolmanskop ghost town.

18 Namib Sand Sea: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this vast expanse of ever-shifting sand dunes is a testament to the power of nature.

19 Brandberg Mountain: Namibia's tallest mountain, home to the famous "White Lady" rock painting and diverse wildlife.

20 Daan Viljoen Game Reserve: A small game reserve near Windhoek, perfect for wildlife viewing, hiking, and picnicking.

21 Popa Falls: A series of cascades on the Okavango River, surrounded by lush vegetation and abundant birdlife.

22 Cape Cross Seal Reserve: Home to one of the largest colonies of Cape fur seals in the world.

23 Mudumu National Park: A remote park in the Zambezi Region, offering diverse habitats and exceptional birdwatching opportunities.

24 Khaudum National Park: An off-the-beaten-track destination, perfect for intrepid travelers seeking a true wilderness experience.

25 Otjiwarongo: A town known for its cheetah conservation efforts and the nearby Cheetah Conservation Fund.

26 Quiver Tree Forest: A unique natural attraction, featuring hundreds of quiver trees, some up to 300 years old, creating a surreal landscape.

27 Hoba Meteorite: The largest known meteorite on Earth, located near the town of Grootfontein, offering a rare chance to see a piece of outer space.

28 Epupa Falls: A series of stunning waterfalls along the Kunene River, set against the backdrop of the arid Kaokoland landscape.

29 Erindi Private Game Reserve: A sustainable ecotourism destination, offering excellent wildlife viewing and conservation programs.

30 Dorob National Park: This coastal park stretches from Walvis Bay to the Ugab River and includes diverse landscapes, such as dunes, gravel plains, and lagoons.

31 Kuiseb Canyon: A dramatic geological feature carved by the Kuiseb River, providing a striking contrast between the dunes of the Namib Desert and the canyon's rugged terrain.

32 Zambezi Arts Centre: Showcasing traditional crafts from the Zambezi Region, supporting local artisans and preserving cultural heritage.

33 Tsumeb Cultural Village: A unique attraction that celebrates Namibia's diverse cultural heritage, offering visitors an insight into the country's various ethnic groups and their traditions.

Namibia - Your Next Destination!

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African Monarch Lodges | Your Best Self-Drive Destination in Namibia

African Monarch Lodges | Your Best Self-Drive Destination in Namibia

Welcome to the African Monarch Lodges Group Newsletter.

THE BEST SELF-DRIVE DESTINATION IN NAMIBIA

Namibia is one of the best self-drive destinations in the world! We don’t say this lightly and we are lucky enough to be able to enjoy these roads on a relatively regular basis, delighting in the dramatic and swiftly changing landscapes.

Namibia, when compared to other southern and east African countries, offers a unique experience, from vast and ancient desert landscapes, to rocky mountain ranges and then into the ‘panhandle’.

Steeped in history, this area forms part of one of the world’s largest conservation areas, KAZA (Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area) which encompasses the Okavango and Upper Zambezi areas of Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Tucked inside Bwabwata National Park, on the banks of the Kwando River is African Monarch Lodges’ Nambwa Tented Lodge and Kazile Island Lodge.

Ideally combined with Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Livingstone in Zambia , Chobe in Botswana or a journey around Namibia, this area offers both water and land based experiences.

Self-driving to either of these lodges is easy and being located in the National Park, you will have the freedom to choose to join the lodges' game drives or adventure out on your own.

Our guides and management will happily give you tips on where to head, what has been happening recently in the area and where you can stop for an afternoon sundowner.

One of these great stops is Long Lagoon where you can sit in the hide and watch hippos in the water and look out for elusive Sitatunga – a rarely seen antelope or giraffes coming down to the water to drink, before heading on to an area called ‘Little Serengeti’, so-called for its resemblance to the grass fields of the Regional Park in Tanzania.

Here you could see giant herds of buffalo, Africa’s largest antelope, the eland, zebra and even the beautiful sable before heading for one of Bwabwata National Park’s key attractions - a u-shape stretch of river, Horsehoe Bend.

Known for herds of 300+ elephants quenching their thirst at sunset during high season, it’s the perfect place to join the elephants and other animals for your own sundowner before heading back to the comfort of the lodges for the night, in anticipation of your next self-drive adventure the following day.

Nambwa Tented Lodge and Kazile Island Lodge is proudly part of African Monarch Lodges.

African Monarch Lodges, P.O. Box 5072, Windhoek, Namibia.

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African Monarch Lodges: Kids on Safari - Junior Ranger Course | Намбва Намибия

African Monarch Lodges

Kids on Safari | Junior Ranger Course

Looking at the wonders of nature through the eyes of a child is the most remarkable way to go on safari as a family. It is for this reason that African Monarch Lodges love hosting young ones at its Nambwa Tented Lodge where children with their moms and dads are accommodated at a Peter Pan Treetop Style lodge.

We run a Junior Ranger Family Retreat during scheduled dates, for the balance of the year we offer a ‘Kids on Safari’ package.

BOAT CRUISE TO NAMBWA TENTED LODGE

The late afternoon sun’s rays will reflect off the water’s edge, the soothing sound of the water as it is gently broken by the bow of the boat cutting through the water’s surface as you and your family are transferred to your home for the next 3 nights. Our guides steer the boats past varied landscapes of papyrus islands and reed floodplains and get within respectful distances of hippos, crocodiles, other mammals, and the varied bird species this area is known for.  Your Junior Ranger Guide will teach you all about the aquatic birds and wildlife species that you will encounter along the way.

ARRIVAL AT NAMBWA TENTED LODGE

Once you settle into your suite, you will receive your guide pack which contains a Treasure Map of all the goodies you need to find to help keep you entertained and to educate you about the African Bush. Then you will be whisked away by the Junior Ranger Guide for the famous Nambwa Treasure Hunt, which will help you familiarize yourself with the bush around Nambwa, while you go in search of all the treasures. There is so much to discover around this massive Peter-Pan style treehouse.

AFTER DINNER WITH YOUR FOLKS

You will once again be whisked away to a private bonfire on the ground where the wildlife seek sanctuary in the night.  You will be entertained with tales from the African bush and some pertinent anecdotes for your ranger journey ahead.

BUSHWALK INSIDE THE WORLD’S LARGEST CONSERVATION AREA FOR WILDLIFE

You get to explore on foot with the Junior Ranger Guide and one of our Local Guides the wanders of Mother Nature.  They will teach you their tracking skills and share with you their ancestral repertoire of medicinal uses of the flora along the way and their tales of the wild and their upbringing in this area.

It is an experience, which connects and grounds any participant to our Earth. You will be taught survival skills in the bush which is home to lion, buffalo, elephants, leopard, and other wildlife roaming these plains freely. You will get to tick off many species on your checklist.  Perhaps even have a competition with the adults on who spotted more.

You will be prepared for your bush quiz which awaits you back in camp!  After breakfast, you will be making your own bedroll for the evening using the indigenous Papyrus reeds which grow in abundance along the Kwando River.

BOAT CRUISE ALONG THE KWANDO RIVER

Late afternoon you can all explore the riverways and you get to continue your African bush school as you meander along these exceptional rivers with your Junior Ranger Guide.  Who knows how much can be learned during these magical hours as time tends to stand still when in awe of Africa?  Your family could try their hand at fishing for the energetic Tiger Fish or continue the "Who identifies more" on your checklist.  By the end of your trip you will know all the collective nouns, main characteristics and tracks for the wildlife you encounter and you will be able to identify these by sound or sight.  You are after all an apprentice as a Junior Ranger!

CAMPING UNDER THE AFRICAN SKY ON A PRIVATE ISLAND

Once back at Nambwa, you will say good night to Mom and Dad.  You will then board a boat and drift down the river on a majestical quest with your Junior Ranger Guide.  You will arrive on a private island where camp has been prepared for an adventurous night under the symphony of stars.  The reed mats you made earlier will be laid out with a mosquito net overhead, so you get to soak in the starlit skies once ready to curl into bed.  As your private Chef cooks your dinner straight on the fire, you get to be inspired by the tales of your guide as hyenas giggle, frogs croak, with crazy creatures and amazing animals all around you.

THE SIJWA PROJECT EXPERIENCE

The Sijwa host and the Junior Ranger Guide will meet you and your parents and guide you through the project which was established by African Monarch Lodges as part of its endeavor to be sustainable and give back to the community and conservation by protecting the natural resources and developing the local community through a biodiverse economy.

It is here where you will be entertained and be enriched with local culture as you partake in a visit to the cultural village.  A walk through the permaculture plants, recycling workshops where waste such as plastic, glass and cans are turned into beautiful artifacts.  You will try your hand at polishing recycled beads and then you will get to design your very own bracelet.  You will also be given a piece of paper onto which you will write your private wish and you get to watch this melt into a special mold which will be used to create your personal lucky glass bead.  You will only see your bead again during your Junior Ranger Award Certification.

AFTERNOON GAMEDRIVE WITH A SUNDOWNER PICNIC AT HORSESHOE BEND

As the afternoon shadows lengthen your game drive departs to discover the unknown behind every bend within the Bwabwata National Park.  Your classroom in your own private game viewer with the bush at large.

You will arrive at the place where a large troop of baboons call home.  While Mom and Dad get to enjoy a delightful sundowner on their picnic blanket you will be entertained by the Baboons antics while you too could be entertaining them with silly bush games such as spitting buck poop.

JUNIOR RANGER CERTIFICATION

Then for the grand finale you get to celebrate your exploration in the Bwabwata National Park as a Junior Ranger and will be awarded your Junior Ranger Certificate and the special Rangers Gift (hmmm, remember the glass bead with your special wish you made at The Sijwa Project?

KIDS ON SAFARI PACKAGE 

Our Kids on Safari Package can be Booked during the Reservation Process.

The KIDS ON SAFARI Supplement will Include:

- All meals including tailor-made child-friendly menus plus chocolate smors around the fire before bedtime.

- Arrival welcome gift

- A treasure hunt to collect the treasures for their guide backpack to keep them entertained and to educate 

  them about the African Bush;

- Safari walks around the Lodge to spot birds, insects, and many other creatures;

- Junior Ranger training whilst on game drives and boat cruises

- Fishing on the Kwando River in a private boat with a private guide. Dads can join for a fun family adventure;

- The art of jewelry making and wish embedding at The Sijwa Project;

- Making of a traditional reed bed for their camping quest

- Dinner & camping on a private island in the bush

- Tales around the fire

- Junior Ranger Certification & Gift 

We have game drive vehicles that can accommodate a young family of four for private game viewing with a private guide without having to pay exclusive use of the vehicle.

African Monarch Lodges, P.O. Box 5072, Windhoek, Namibia

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Namibia: OMBA Arts news | Омба Артс Намибия

OMBA Arts

Celebrating Women and Partnerships

The bright light of hope and optimism for 2022 following the Covid fall-out of 2019/2020 is fading somewhat with all the troubles around the world right now.

But there is still reason to celebrate….

World NGO Day on the 27 February, put the spotlight on NGOs around the world and the value they add by promoting social or political change.  In Namibia, Omba Arts has been a long-term partner of several local NGO’s who are working to support the livelihoods of  communities as well as community based natural resource management and conservation. We are also proud to be a member of WFTO (World Fair Trade Organsation).

International Women’s Day was celebrated on Tuesday 8 March 2022.  Working with over 400 rural women throughout the country for the past 30 years, Omba has witnessed first-hand the hardships, abuse, discrimination, isolation, and challenges they face.  Single mothers raising children with no support, grandmothers feeding orphans, teenage mothers who have had  to leave school. We have, however, always been amazed at the tenacity, resilience, and the absolute determination of so many female artisans who make a better life for themselves and their children… whilst sharing much joy and laughter!

Omba has given over 11 rural women artisans and staff the opportunity to travel regionally and internationally - Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Germany, South Africa, Spain, Kuwait, and USA (even a rushed day site-seeing in New York with a basket weaver from a remote village in the north!). Sometimes challenging to get passports and visas when there is no street address for the application form, but always a pleasure seeing the impacts of meeting new people and travelling far away.  Many of our artisans have travelled to Windhoek where they have visited Omba HQ and seen the city lights.

We are excited to announce the new partnership with Khwe San basket weavers from the Bwabwata National Park in the Zambezi region. Their basket-weaving tradition was revived some 20 years ago when an Omba friend working for a NGO in the region at the time, discovered an old and tatty sample in a homestead and within a couple of months, women were producing these rare and unique baskets to support their livelihoods.

What makes these baskets so special is that normally basket-making in Namibia is linked to agricultural or pastoral practices (harvesting, winnowing and storing grain or curdling milk).  These are the only baskets from an ancient hunter-gatherer culture where they were used to collect and gather wild fruit or ‘veldfood’– the handle providing a practical and functional element to the design; the colours all natural dyes.

One would think life for hunter-gathers in a national park surrounded by wildlife and wild edible plants would be idyllic. Sadly, the Khwe face immense challenges on a day-to-day basis; their subsistence has been described as pure ‘survival’.  There are increasing land invasions whilst anti-poaching measures have denied them access to traditional gathering areas in the bush.  Harvesting devil’s claw is a critical livelihood opportunity whilst basket-weaving has provided intermittent income when there has been a reliable market – unfortunately production all but ceased these past few years due to limited access to palm and distrust in the ‘middlemen.’

Thanks to collaboration with IRDNC and the Kyaramachan Association, Omba has embarked on, what we hope, will provide a regular and sustainable livelihood opportunity for the weavers in this area.

These rare, beautiful, hand-made and culturally authentic baskets are back on our shelves, and we are looking for buyers and/or collectors (so that we can keep the home fires burning for the weavers by buying regularly!).

Namibians are celebrating the excellent summer rains and our unusually GREEN landscape (even the Namib desert dunes are tinged with green!) We do however, give thought to those impacted around the world by war, flooding, and drought.

Stay safe and stay well.

Karin le Roux, Director, and all at Omba

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Namibia: Retreats at African Monarch Lodges this year

Retreats at African Monarch Lodges this year

We invite you to join Dusty and I as we immerse ourselves into a sphere of healing energy at Nambwa Tented Lodge inside the Bwabwata National Park in the Eastern Zambezi Region of Namibia with 6 healing retreats to select from during 2022.

We will be cradled in the healing sanctuary of Nambwa Tented Lodge, raised high above the ground allowing the majestic elephants traversing these age-old migratory routes to have right of way.   An authentic walkway joins ten decadently spacious tented suites, which emanate a feeling of vastness and evoke a gentle balance of serenity.

NAMBWA FAMILY RETREAT

Bring the kids to Namwa Tented Lodge for a family safari like no other

15 - 18 April 2022

Looking at the wonders of nature through the eyes of a child is the most remarkable way to go on safari as a family. Nambwa Tented Lodge offers their Family Retreat during the Easter holidays where children with their moms and dads are accommodated at a Peter Pan Treetop Style lodge.

Includes a Junior Ranger Mini-Course, carefully designed to introduce young people to the mystery and excitement of the African wilderness, the program will give its participants a taste of the skills every budding bush ranger needs. Under the care of our experienced field guides, they will learn fascinating facts about the unique wildlife of Bwabwata National Park, discover how to identify these creatures by sight, call and track, and uncover the secrets of the trees and plants growing all around them. They will spend a night away from Mom and Dad on a private island, sleeping underneath the shining African stars on a reed (papyrus) mattress made by themselves.

Meanwhile, Mums and Dads will be free to join in with the learning, or perhaps join the variety of activities available, including game drives, boat safaris, bush walks or fishing trips. Those seeking a spiritual connection with their surroundings might opt to begin their day with morning yoga practice led by our dedicated instructor, who will awaken the mind, the body and the senses. Others may simply choose to relax in the luxury of Nambwa Tented Lodge.

We will celebrate the last evening with a feast on a private island in the bush. Dress up as your favourite character!

ACTIVATE YOUR DIVINE PURPOSE

You are more powerful than you know

12 - 17 June 2022

Join Lisa Armstrong and Kim Mazabow as they take us on a deep dive for 5 days to connect and retrieve the Innate Gifts which are encoded in our Hearts and very Being. Everything we need is within us. Including the Divine Life Force which initiates and sustains our lives. We will be taught simple Techniques validated by neuroscience, micro-biology and quantum physics to shift the perception of our reality. Redesigning our future and quantum jumping onto our highest available timeline.

Explore the boundaries of consciousness, rediscover the magical potential that exists within us and access more of our Super Human potential.

Join us for a unique and powerful opportunity to access the Wisdom of the Breath And Body through Breathwork, Yoga and Meditation in an unprecedented formula devised to unlock our Divine Life Purpose.

DIVING DEEP, RISING HIGH

Journey to Your Sacred Feminine Essence

28 August - 2 September 2022

The Diving Deep, Rising High retreat takes us on a powerful journey of healing and transformation during which we will reconnect with ancient feminine wisdom deep inside us, heal wounds that are keeping us from loving themselves exactly as we are and unleash our innate, feminine power. 

Facilitated by the internationally renowned women’s retreat facilitator and sacred space holder, Emmi Mutale.  We will engage in deeply healing group process work, step into powerful ceremonial space, participate in gentle movement practises designed to nurture the body, have plenty of time for reflection and relaxation, spend time in the rejuvenating African bush and nourish ourselves with healthy vegetarian cuisine lovingly prepared by the Nambwa Chefs.  

(Women's Only Retreat)

SACRED ALCHEMY

Harmonizing the Whole

2 - 7 October 2022

Sacred Alchemy is a journey through the body into the heart of the soul.

Join Melissa Mukaiwa & Sven-Eric Müller for a 5-day healing immersion in the Bwabwata National Park in the East Zambezi Region of Namibia, a region of infinite scenic beauty with a great diversity of untouched, raw, fragile, and yet powerful Nature with an abundance of wildlife. Allow for a profound re(connection) with self while being awed by Mother Nature.

Using the power of somatic movement, yoga, meditation, various energetic healing modalities, breathwork, sacred ceremony, sound healing and intuitive dance; Sven-Eric & Mel will gently support us in accessing the most profound states of divine union and transcendent, ecstatic bliss - first within ourselves and then with everyone else.

THE INVITATION

Conscious conception is to live as an invitation for life to come home

18 - 23 Nov 2022

Join Liezl Hovig on a journey into our heart of hearts and bring forth & birth that which resides within? This unique once in a lifetime couples retreat at Nambwa Tented Lodge, is equal parts knowledge sharing, personal experience and shared connection. We will embrace the opportunity to revel in each other's company through shared rituals, practices and learning. We will immerse ourselves straight into the wilderness with a luxurious & soulful back-to-nature experience in the Bwabwata National Park of Namibia. Besides the daily workshops & sessions, we will be taken on amazing game drives and boat cruises.

Expect to find the perfect balance between relaxation and invigoration as we explore the wild beauty of the East Zambezi Region. A region known for its great diversity of untouched, raw, fragile, and yet powerful Nature with an abundance of wildlife.

THE FORGOTTEN ART OF HEALING

The Forgotten Art of Healing is about cultivating true presence, ease, and joy in our daily lives by developing the energy of mindfulness, concentration, and insight

2 - 7 December 2022

Join Wolfgang Henckert on this 5-day transformative retreat that will allow us a profound (re)connection with yourself while being awed by Mother Nature.

Anticipate an inner journey that is embedded in pure nature so that we may come to appreciate the sounds, smells, and liveliness of Mother Earth. When we come to enjoy the ecstatic silence of the bush, blending our energies with that of Nature, a plenitude of animals literally walk right over us. Experienced guides will take us on carefully selected game drives, game cruises and bushwalks, nurturing us to find the magnificent presence of Now. At any given moment, we will have ample opportunities for introspection, silence, sharing, caring, releasing or just being.

Authentic Experiences in the Zambezi Region of Namibia

Superior standards and unrivalled spaces are equally matched by the detail and attention bestowed on our guests by the staff who are carefully selected from the local communities for their passion for heartfelt personal service. This ensures that all our guests enjoy an extraordinary, unparalleled and true African experience.

Our unquenchable desire to create memorable African experiences takes you on foot, by boat or vehicle, up close and personal with some of the biggest herds of elephants that traverse the largest conservation area in Africa.

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African Monarch Lodges: Nambwa Tented Lodge, Kazile Island Lodge and Nambwa Lagoon Camp

Thank you for your continued support of our African Monarch Lodges. We are pleased to announce that we will not be increasing our rates for 2022!

Nambwa Tented Lodge, Kazile Island Lodge and Nambwa Lagoon Camp are still the only lodges situated inside the Bwabwata National Park,  located in the heart of KAZA, Zambezi Region, Namibia, which forms part of Africa’s Largest Conservation Area.

Dusty and Tinolla, along with the African Monarch Lodges team have embarked on the establishment of a community based project where we recycle and repurpose  all our waste items into skilfully crafted artefacts by community members whom we have trained.

The Sijwa Project visit is one of the many activities your guests could partake in during their stay with us.  It creates an opportunity for your guests to encounter and engage with our local community while they go about their daily activities. The Sijwa project consists of an organic greenhouse based on strict permaculture principles where nutrient rich vegetables, fruit and herbs are grown to grace the menus carefully prepared by our lodge Chefs, worm farms, a chicken farm for fresh organic eggs, indigenous tree nursery to offset carbon footprints and a cultural village where the traditional ways of this fascinating community is portrayed.

During Covid, in October 2020, we established the Sewing Workshop as well as our Glass Recycling Workshop, employing a further 8 community members.  They received professional artisan skills training and are producing the most beautiful pieces.  All our workshops are built with recycled plastic mineral water bottles keeping in line with our commitment to repurpose waste.

The Sijwa Project, by African Monarch Lodges will be home to our Junior Ranger School, where we plan to train 10 adult community members to be the facilitators of this program.  We plan to train approximately 180 pupils per year and hope to instil in some of them a desire to become a Field Guide once they leave school.  It is therefore an exciting year for us and we look forward to welcoming your guests in the near future to our Sijwa Project where we give back to the land and our community.

We look forward to being of service and hosting all esteemed guests at Nambwa Tented Lodge or Kazile Island Lodge in the near future.  

Until then, do stay safe and healthy.

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