I had the lucky opportunity to travel to South Africa and Botswana in 2012, and I have been wanting to explore the rest of the African continent ever since. Africa is home to so many unique cultures and countries, and the landscapes change drastically throughout different areas of the continent. At some point during my life, I want to take a year abroad and travel all around Africa; as of right now, Namibia is one of the top places I want to visit. I have the travel bug and extreme wanderlust! Rhinos are one of my favorite animals, and unfortunately, they are one of the most endangered species. White rhinos, however, are at conservation status, and the population is slowly increasing. As I was researching game reserves and tented camps in Namibia, I came across the Ongava Game Reserve, which neighbors Etosha National Park, which is home to many white rhinos, as well as many other animals. On the game reserve’s land itself, however, lions, black and white rhinos, elephants, giraffe and several species of antelope are prevalent. At the Ongava Research Center, the people working their aim to preserve the area’s natural resources and amazing wildlife. While staying at Ongava, meals are either served in the main dining area under a thatch with a magnificent view of the camp’s water hole or on the dining deck under the stars. The sky is so clear in this area of Namibia, and there is little to no pollution, so the stars are highly visible. The lodge consists of 13 chalets, and each room has glass doors that lead out to a private deck that overlooks the beautiful scenery. The pictures of the game reserve look incredible, and I cannot wait to visit one day.
Images courtesy of Eyes on Africa, Swain Destinations, And Beyond, and Ongava.