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OKONJIMA LODGE & THE AFRICAT FOUNDATION
OKONJIMA NATURE RESERVE - HOME OF AFRICAT
CONSERVATION THROUGH EDUCATION
RESEARCHING CARNIVORES & REHABILITATING CAPTIVE CHEETAH
CONTACT DEATAILS
LINK: Contact Details: http://www.okonjima.com/contact_us.php
PO Box 793 Ojiwarongo, NAMIBIA
tel + 264 67 6870 32 / 33
fax + 264 67 687051
[email protected]
www.okonjima.com
Other email addresses: [email protected]
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OKONJIMA - home of the AfriCat Foundation
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OKONJIMA
The AfriCat Foundation OR AfriCat.
OKONJIMA is a 'LODGE' and NOT a 'GUEST FARM'.
Owned by WAYNE, DONNA & ROSALEA HANSSEN.
TRISTAN BOEHME is a shareholder in the Lodge and head of marketing.
TAMMY HOTH–HANSSEN is the Director of AfriCat
WAYNE HANSSEN is the Founder of AFRICAT
short DESCRIPTION:
OKONJIMA - home of AfriCat, a non–profit organisation, committed to long–term conservation of Namibia's large
carnivores.
Both Okonjima & AfriCat are dedicated to creating conservation awareness through education; preserving
habitat; promoting environmental education, research and the rehabilitation of captive carnivores.
AFRICAT FOUNDATION’S MISSION IS TO MAKE A SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTION TO CONSERVATION THROUGH
EDUCATION.
We will continue to strive towards the long term survival of Namibia’s predators in their natural habitat.
We aim to achieve this by working with commercial farmers, local communities, communal conservancies, any
stakeholders, and the youth of Namibia.
AfriCat supports environmental education at all ages and levels of education, rehabilitation programmes, provides
solutions to human-wildlife conflict issues and conducts constructive wildlife research.
OKONJIMA hosts the exclusive Villa & Bush Suite, Bush Camp, Main Camp, the private Omboroko Campsit, the
Environmental Education Programme – PAWS & the AfriCat Day Centre.
Halfway between Windhoek and Etosha. (10kms off the B1)
longer DESCRIPTION:
OKONJIMA is the home of The AfriCat foundation, a non–profit organisation, committed to long–term
conservation of Namibia's large carnivores.
OKONJIMA hosts the grand, African VILLA, the select, private BUSH SUITE, the luxury BUSH CAMP, Plains Camp, the
exclusive OMBOROKO CAMPSITE, the Environmental Education Programme – PAWS. (People And Wildlife Solutions)
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the AfriCat Day Centre.
OKONJIMA Lodge is situated halfway between Windhoek and Etosha National Park. (10 kms off the B1)
Over a 1080 predators have been given a second chance since 1993! 86% have been released back into the wild.
Both Okonjima & AfriCat are dedicated to creating conservation awareness through education; preserving habitat;
promoting environmental education, research and the rehabilitation of captive carnivores.
The OKONJIMA activities include tracking rehabilitated carnivores on foot; visiting the AfriCat Carnivore Care &
Information Centre; tracking leopards from a game–viewing vehicle. OKONJIMA also offers a guided Bushman Trail.
Birding and Game drives are offered on request and if guests stay longer than 2 days.
OKONJIMA OFFERS:
A budget, a luxury, and an exclusive product, HEREBY WELCOMING GUESTS FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE!
Guests visit OKONJIMA to experience The AfriCat Foundation.
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P.A.W.S - People And Wildlife Solutions: The AfriCat Environmental Education Program.
A choice of 5 different activities during a 2 day program (only 4 activities are incl in a FB rate).
6 different CAMPS / ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES:
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Grand African House – The Villa
Exclusive Bush Suite
Luxury Bush Camp
Plains Camp (Barn)
Private Campsite - The Omboroko
PAWS Education Campsite, Self–catering, Tented–site (For the Environmental Education Program only)
AfriCat Day Centre
LINK: Accommodation: http://www.okonjima.com/content/Accommodation
LINK: Different Rates: http://www.okonjima.com/content/Rates_of_different_camps
Guests visit OKONJIMA can participate in the following activities:
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Activities offered on Okonjima:
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Tracking Leopards from a game-view vehicle
Track rehabilitated Cheetah on foot
Track rehabilitated Spotted Hyaena on foot
Track rehabilitated Wild Dog on foot
Guided walking / Bushman trail
Visit AfriCat’s Carnivore Care and Information Centre
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Birding – (special request only)
Night drives are offered after Dinner.
Visit AfriCat’s Day Centre
The AfriCat Foundation, which was started in 1993, has become world RENOWNED for the work we do with
Cheetahs and Leopards.
Over 1080 big cats have been saved since 1993 - 86% have been released back into the wild!
www.africat.org
Okonjima - from the Herero word meaning place of the baboons - lies nestled in the unspoilt beauty of the
Omboroko Mountains, part of the well-known Waterberg Plateau - halfway between Windhoek and Etosha. (Okonjima
Nature Reserve: 10km off the B1)
Not only is Okonjima a luxury lodge, but it is also home to The AfriCat Foundation, a non-profit organisation,
committed to long-term conservation of Namibia's large carnivores, especially cheetahs and leopards.
A visit to Okonjima will give you an opportunity to witness some of AfriCat’s work.
Both Okonjima & AfriCat are dedicated to creating conservation awareness through education; preserving habitat;
promoting environmental education, research and the rehabilitation of captive carnivores.
NB: PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING!
THIS INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT TO READ:
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OKONJIMA is in a Malaria–Free area.
In order to be in time for the afternoon activities, a general guide for arrival times is before 15h00 (winter) and
16h00 (summer).
Check–in from 12h00. Guests are respectfully requested not to arrive before 12h00 and to please vacate their
rooms at Main & Bush Camp on the day of departure by 10h00 at the very latest! Villa and Suite guests should
please vacate their rooms by 11h00. The only time an 'exception' can be made is when Okonjima is not
expecting any new arrivals!
Viewing of leopards is NOT guaranteed, and the leopards, as well as the cheetahs/Hyaenas in the Rehabilitation
Nature Reserves are radio–collared to allow for regular monitoring of their well–being and for research
purposes!
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An increasing number of tourism lodges are holding cheetahs and other wild animals in captivity for
entertainment purposes. More than 15 years ago OKONJIMA decided to set an example to discourage this
activity by withdrawing cheetahs from appearing for guests on the lawn in front of the lodge.
Children under the age of 12 years are not permitted at Bush Camp, and The Villa.
Children under the age of 3 years are not permitted at Main Camp.
Children under the age of 12 years are permitted at the private Bush Suite & The Omboroko Campsite, but the
guardians are expected to sign a special 'children's indemnity' to make them aware of the dangers and rules
concerning children. No 'nanny service' is available at either of the Camps.
Due to the nature of our activities, child participation is restricted.
Electricity is available 24 hours (220 Volt). 2 & 3 prong adapters/outlets (South African format) are available in
all tents/rooms/chalets/suites to charge cameras, laptops etc.
Due to unforeseen power–cuts, especially during the rainy season, OKONJIMA has installed new generators at
all Camps. (excl The Omboroko Campsite & PAWS)
Parking: All 4 lodges have under–roof parking for private vehicles. No allocated parking spaces at the Omboroko
Campsite.
OKONJIMA is bordered by rivers, which are dry for most of the year. However your guests are advised to check
on accessibility during the rainy season! During 2008/2009 – we had 1/2 our annual rainfall in just 5 days!!!
Photographers are advised that the leopards and the rehabilitated cheetahs & Hyaenas in the 'Rehabilitation
Areas' have been fitted with radio–collars for monitoring and research purposes. All cats that form part of the
Welfare Project are NOT radio–collared.
CELL Phones: Certain areas on OKONJIMA have cell–phone reception. Guests are respectfully requested to keep
their cell–phones off at ALL times unless they are making a call or relaxing inside their private room. No cell–
phones, IPods, MP3 players etc are permitted, whilst on an activity!
PROTECT OUR ENVIRONMENT:
Water is a rare commodity in Namibia! Please inform your guests to not use unnecessary amounts of water!
OKONJIMA is known for its excellent water quality and The Villa has been fitted with a water softener.
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The tap water in your guest's room is safe to drink, however for people with a delicate constitution; we
would recommend bottled water from the bar!
Please advise your guests to use litter bins for their litter and cigarette ends.
Please advise your guests to switch off lights, fans & air/heating facilities when leaving their room. All these
commodities add to the carbon tracks each guest leaves behind.
THE PARK & EE FEE
The Okonjima Nature Reserve is a privately-managed protected area of 22 000 hectares / 200 km²
his conservation area is located in the heart of Namibia's commercial farmlands and requires sensitive landmanagement practices. The expanded nature reserve carries a considerable amount of daily maintenance beyond
the usual lodge management activities.
The Environmental Education Fund has been introduced now because Okonjima and AfriCat are committed to
their ideal of contributing to long-term conservation through education.
2014: THE PARK & EE FEE
All rates will be inclusive of an allocation towards the above-mentioned programmes. We trust that our visitors will
continue to enjoy our renowned Okonjima hospitality, and at the same time this visitation is playing a key role in the
advancement of these long-established programme.
LINK: Park & EE FEE: http://www.okonjima.com/content/Rates_of_different_camps
WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU:
Your guests should ALWAYS bring a flash light / torch with them when visiting Africa!
A 'headlight' is always more convenient.
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Hat & sunglasses (polarized for those long, bright road trips)
Sunscreen (SPF 45+)
Nasal Bactroban – lubrication for dry nose that causes bleeding, because of dry air and dust.
Re–hydrate and do not forget to remind your guests to drink as much water as possible. (Recommendation:
at least 2 litres a day)
During the winter months (mid May - mid Sept) do not forget to remind your guests to bring along warm
clothing! Namibia can get very cold. (see SEASONS section)
A basic first aid kit; including medication against diarrhoea, nausea, headaches, heat stroke, stomach
cramps, broad–spectrum antibiotics, mosquito repellent, Nasal Vaseline thus preventing nosebleeds,
antihistamine cream, aspi–venom for bites and stings, if possible, as well as sufficient prescription
medication.
NEED TO KNOW. . .
Okonjima is a family run business. Wayne, Donna and Rosalea Hanssen who co–own and live on the property,
bought Okonjima from their parents in 1993 – turning, what was then a cattle farm, into a 22 000ha private
conservation project.
Tammy Hoth - nee HANSSEN joined the AfriCat family by merging her foundation AFRI–LEO with The AfriCat
Foundation in April 2010. Her human–wildlife conflict project is now called AfriCat NORTH.
AfriCat North borders western, ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK.
Tristan Boehme joined Okonjima in 2000 and now heads our marketing department.
AfriCat Northwest – strives to mitigate human–wildlife conflict thereby reducing poverty, to keep lions in their
natural habitat, to prevent the exploitation and inhumane treatment of lions and to ensure that captive populations
are well cared for.
The programme's projects focus on medium to long term workable solutions through education, improved livestock
management and protection, and research and monitoring. http://www.africat.org/about/who-we-are/africat-north
AfriCat on OKONJIMA will focus on ISLAND–BOUND rehabilitation & research in the 22 000ha Private Nature Reserve;
rescue and release, environmental education and carnivore welfare. http://www.africat.org/about/who-we-are/africat-onokonjima
SEE: OKONJIMA FAST FACTS for more detailed information about the lodge, the accommodation facilities and the
family:
LINK: Accommodation / Your Programme / Activity Time Checks:
http://www.okonjima.com/content/Full_Board_and_Half_Board
http://www.okonjima.com/content/Your_program
http://www.okonjima.com/content/Activity_Time_Checks
VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.okonjima.com
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the activities offered http://www.okonjima.com/content/Activities
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the one and two–day programmes http://www.okonjima.com/content/Your_program
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The AfriCat Day Centre http://www.okonjima.com/content/Day_visits_with_us