Like the ugly duckling among a crew of super-model swans, Anderssons has at last come of age. And what a transformation. Refurbished from the ground up, the all new Anderssons at Ongava is more luxurious, more modern and more spacious than its predecessor on every level.

Dolomite Camp is a Namibia Wildlife Resorts luxury safari lodge in the newly opened western section of Etosha National Park.

Ondundonzondandana Mountains, Epacha Private Game Reserve. Now there's an address that slides off the tongue and one we'd all love to have. At Eagle Tented Lodge and Spa, they won't force you to pronounce the name of those mountains but they will force you to relax, unwind and enjoy the wilderness of a 21,000-hectare private reserve adjacent to Etosha National Park.

Eldorado Guest House & Camping is on a large private game and cattle farm in Okaukuejo, just outside Etosha National Park.

A sleek and sprawling block of modernity on the eastern edge of Etosha Park, Emanya eschews the cliched rustic chic in favour of polished luxury.

Built among the mopane trees on a small hill, Epacha Game Lodge and Spa is a group of thatched cottages that looks like the Gaulish village straight out of the Asterix and Obelix books. And you'll need all the strength of Getafix's magic potion when it's time to leave this luxurious lodge on the edge of Etosha National Park.

Etosha Mountain Lodge is in the exclusive Etosha Heights Private Reserve on the southwest border of Etosha National Park. And when we say border, we mean it. The reserve covers 60,000 hectares and 65km of it borders Etosha.

Etosha Oberland Lodge, on a 50 square kilometre private reserve, is another hit from Ondili. It’s well located to the southern park entrance gate at 12km away, of a stellar standard at a price to suit and shares a 10km border with the park itself.

If you're looking for an alternative to the Okaukuejo Resort inside Etosha National Park, then the family friendly Etosha Safari Camp may well be for you. The camp features eclectic furniture and artefacts made by enterprising local craftsmen and with oodles of natural rock, hurricane lamps and corrugated iron the mood is warm, inviting and authentic.

Etosha Safari Lodge, although on the larger side, offers a peaceful atmosphere and a rustic ambience of tasteful decor. And of course there's that view. Endless.

Right on the doorstep of Etosha National Park. A mere 6,5 kilometres to the southern entrance gate to be exact, Etosha Trading Post has a fuel station, the best shop in the area and is a fine choice to set up camp. Pitch your tent and explore.

Even before its hard refurb, Etosha Village was probably the best value safari lodge in Etosha. Replacing all tented accommodation with smart air-conditioned chalets, Etosha Village is now by far the best value safari lodge in Etosha.

So close to Etosha National Park, Etosha Village Campsite is the perfect place to pitch your tent and set up camp for a few nights.

Inside the Etosha National Park, Halali overlooks a waterhole that is floodlit and is surrounded by many more. Accommodation is comfortable and unassuming; the lodge has a restaurant, bar, and a swimming pool for in-between game drives.

You know what it’s like. Nature is going to offer up, well, whatever nature is going to offer up. There are no guarantees. But, here we have a waterhole, and at night it is floodlit. The location is good too. It's centrally situated inside Etosha among a grove of shady Mopane trees.

We can all come out of mourning now. As of August 2015, Hobatere Lodge is back in business after a fire-induced hiatus. Though some might bemoan the loss of Steve and Louise as the owners, this community-run lodge is in excellent hands and the wildlife, service, food and all-round wilderness experience are still top-notch.

King Nehale is another winner for the Gondwana Collection and this time a luxurious offering in northern Etosha. On the one side, the cultural tribes of the local communities and on the other, the Andoni plains of Etosha National Park. Topped with its own private hide inside the park. It’s a win indeed!

La Rochelle Lodge is 40km north of Tsumeb. And Tsumeb is the closest town to Etosha. The du Preez family developed it into a hunting and guest farm. Their ancestors were Hugenots from La Rochelle in France, hence the name. It was rebuilt in 1994 by the new owners. A traditional style African lodge with thatched roof, animal skins and gardens. Close your eyes and picture grassland, makalani palm trees and acacia thickets.

With a maximum of six guests Little Ongava is indeed little. There is nothing little about the scale of luxury or the footprint of the suites, however.

Mokuti Lodge is a large hotel on the edge of Etosha National Park in Namibia. Rooms are comfortable and facilities are many: two restaurants, two bars, two pools and a heap of outdoor activities. Daily guided game drives into Etosha are the obvious focal point.

On a small outcrop with views over an endless mopane landscape sits Mondjila: an owner-run tented safari camp offering simple accommodation and sensational sunsets.

Mushara Bush Camp is a luxury family-focussed safari lodge in a private reserve on the eastern edge of Etosha National Park.

Mushara is a charming and elegant game lodge on the eastern edge of Etosha National Park. A cosy atmosphere, fine dining and a large pool make this an excellent base for exploring the great park.

Sophisticated and elegant, Mushara Outpost is a luxury addition to the Mushara collection of lodges on the eastern side of Etosha National Park.

Namutoni is one of six safari lodges inside Etosha National Park. Overlooking a floodlit waterhole and Fisher's Pan, the game viewing comes first and the accommodation tries its best to catch up.

The old German Fort is the base for Namutoni Restcamp. Climb up one of the towers and look out over the vast expanse of the Etosha National Park. Ideal at sunset. The only campsite inside the park on the eastern side and there’s a flood-lit waterhole.

Okaukuejo is one of only six lodges inside Etosha National Park. They are all in front of floodlit waterholes, the one at Okaukuejo being regarded as the best of the lot.

Okaukuejo Camp is inside Etosha National Park in Namibia. Consequently, you get to enjoy the nightlife. Those staying outside of the park do not, as the gates are closed. The oldest and most popular camp it’s a busy, bustling place and overlooks a floodlit waterhole.

Okutala Etosha Lodge is currently closed with plans to re-open by end June 2022.

Olifantsrus Camp is a typically bare-boned NWR game viewing extravaganza in the remote and uncrowded western sector of Etosha National Park.

Ongava Game Lodge has a rustic overcoat that fails to conceal its underbelly of luxury and elegance. The 12 enormous thatched chalets each have an en suite bathroom - with a view - and a large verandah looking out over the reserve.

Ongava Tented Camp is an intimate safari lodge in a private reserve adjacent to Etosha National Park; the camp's en suite tented rooms face a floodlit waterhole.

Onguma Bush Camp is a comfortable, family-orientated lodge in a private reserve on the eastern edge of Etosha National Park. With 18 rooms including family suites as well as a small campsite, the atmosphere is tranquil and casual.

One of five distinct safari lodges in the private game reserve, Aoba Lodge sits on the modest end of the impressive Onguma portfolio.

Onguma Leadwood is a six-unit campsite, each with private ablution facilities, shaded by - you guessed it - leadwood trees in the 34,000ha private game reserve.

Bridging the gap between safari lodge and camping, Onguma Tamboti Campsite has 15 shaded camping areas each with their own ablutions, washing-up facilities and electrical outlets.

Onguma Tented Camp is an elegant and stylish safari lodge at odds with the scrubby African bush that envelops it.

With a range of desert-adapted architectural styles, The Fort in Onguma Game Reserve is an award-winning Namibian Safari Lodge near Etosha National Park.

Currently closed and under renovations. Watch this space for something spectacular! Onguma Treetop Camp is like a permanent game viewing hide at canopy level in a thicket of acacia trees overlooking a large waterhole.

Onkoshi Camp is a safari lodge inside Etosha National Park on a private peninsula of Etosha Pan. The accommodation is luxurious and exclusive.

The Safari House, on the private Etosha Heights Reserve opened in April 2019. An all exclusive and private retreat in the bush with little else around you but free roaming animals and views out over the mopane woodlands and riverine forests.

An eco tourism site off the beaten track, Safarihoek is a modern lodge close to the south western border of Etosha. Set amongst the Mopane trees in a private game reserve there’s 65,000 hectares of vast, flat savannah in front of you.

With more than just a little touch of wholesome, home-grown goodness, Toshari Lodge (previously known as Etosha Gateway Lodge) is the kind of place that can add 'Arrive a stranger, leave a friend' to their brochure without fear of being lynched by the anti-cliché mob.

As you sip wine from the well stocked cellar, coloured lights hang from the ceiling, cushions line the couches and hearty meals are served by candlelight. Your job? To stare through the lazy haze of the Namibian sunset... !Uris Safari Lodge is a great place to just, well, chill. And if you like gemstones and minerals you’ll be laughing, the Uris mine is right beside you.

Villa Mushara comprises two exquisite villas for complete privacy and the utmost in luxury. Although you may be reluctant to leave the day bed, we recommend you take one or two game drives into Etosha National Park.