Welcome to Otjimbondona
Experience the ultimate luxury escape in the Namibian Kalahari, where time slows and nature leads the way.
Otjimbondona,
meaning “the place where the small camel thorn trees grow” in the Herero language, was bought by the Slaney family in 1923 to farm with sheep and cattle. Wilfried and Anita, took over the farm in 2008 as the third generation of cattle and sheep farming Slaneys and are welcoming guests to their boutique lodge, Otjimbondona Kalahari. Cradled amongst Camel thorn trees with vistas of undulating Kalahari landscapes, Otjimbondona Lodge offers those seeking tranquility, exclusivity and luxury the ideal African retreat. Otjimbondona is situated 120 km south east of Windhoek, and 80 km from the Hosea Kutako International Airport, on a 4500 hectare Private Nature Reserve on the fringes of the Namibian Kalahari. This hidden gem with its inviting Manor House, four comfortable Villas and newly built Camp Kalenga is the perfect place to start or end your Namibian adventure, or it provides a haven for those who simply wish to relax and unwind.
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Where wellness, wonder, and wilderness meet.
Explore our four unique villas - thoughtfully designed for comfort, privacy, and connection to nature.
A private Kalahari escape — designed for freedom and flexibility, whether you're seeking self-catering simplicity or a fully serviced stay.
From scenic flying safaris to yoga, nature walks, and more — discover the unique ways you can connect with Otjimbondona's land, wildlife, and soul.
From Our Guest Book
Unforgettable
We can't report enough good things about the Otjimbondona Klahari Lodge! Our stay here was simply unforgettable and exceeded our expectations by far. A heartfelt thank you to Anita and Wilfried who made every moment so special with their outstanding hospitality. Their warm conversations and personal touch made us feel immediately welcome and at home. The team around the lodge is just fantastic! Especially Lazarus, who was always there with a smile and supported us with all our concerns. You can tell that there is a great team spirit here and every employee is there with passion. The villas are a dream: spacious, stylish and designed with great attention to detail. Our stay on the farm was a true oasis of peace and relaxation – the ideal setting to escape the stress of everyday life and let your soul dangle. The food was another highlight! Always fresh, balanced and deliciously prepared. We really appreciated that individual food requests were also taken into account – so we really felt completely taken care of. The Otjimbondona Klahari Lodge is not only perfect for short stays, but also great for longer visits to fully enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to this special experience. We can highly recommend the Otjimbondona Klahari Lodge and are looking forward to our next visit!
From Our Guest Book
Absolutely loved it!
We really loved our stay at Otjimbondona in late April/early May 2025. The property is stunning, and the villa was in impeccable condition. Everything was personalized, from the welcome to the departure and everything in between. Our guide, Lazarus, was with us for the entire time of our stay and made sure we had everything we could possibly wish for. He was also extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife and the large variety of birds on property. We got to meet the owners, and it is clear that they love their property and are continuing to invest in it and in developing their staff, which is wonderful to see (our guide Lazarus being an example of that). If the Kalahari is on your wishlist or itinerary, strongly consider Otjimbondona.
From Our Guest Book
A Desert Experience
A delightful villa based short break on the edge of the Kalahari. The villa's have everything you need , including a plunge pool, quite delightful in this heat. The manor house is wonderful, with a lovely swimming pool. Designed by the owners Wilfred & Anita, who it was lovely to meet. The food was delightful, looked after by the excellant Lazarus. Lovely to see they promoted local suppliers, including gins Stillwater & Desolate. We visited especially to see the Meerkats that are on the property, and we're not disappointed. Also plenty of plains game.