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Mushara Lodge

Situated close to the eastern gate of Etosha National Park, Mushara Lodge is a stylish property with 14 spacious cottages. Access into the park is easy, and self-drivers can explore on their own, or choose to take a full day's drive with your guide.

Etosha National Park, Etosha, Namibia

Relax by the large swimming pool
Game drives in Etosha National Park, the gate are just 8kms away
There is a family cottage at Villa Mushara
The name Mushara is derived from the Purple Pod Terminalia tree which grows abundantly in the grounds

The rooms at Mushara Lodge are curled in a horseshoe shape around a beautiful swimming pool on the edge of the famous Etosha National Park. Great attention has been paid to the décor, which boasts an eclectic mix of traditional African and modern art. The name Mushara itself derives from the Purple Pod Terminalia tree, which grows in abundance in the lodge grounds and the surrounding area.

The 14 cottages, each with an open terrace, are simply decorated and air-conditioned. The public area consists of a small library with a good selection of books, bar with extensive wine cellar, dining area, well-stocked curio shop and an airy lounge with welcoming fireplace (perfect for cool winter evenings).

The eastern gate of the Etosha National Park is just 8 kilometres away and guests can enjoy game drives into the park as well as safaris on foot. Etosha National Park is one of Southern Africa’s finest and most important Game Reserves, which was declared a National Park in 1907. The park covers an area of 22 270 km² and is home to 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and one species of fish.

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Location

Etosha National Park, Etosha, Namibia

Mushara Lodge is a beautiful lodge situated just 8km from the Von Lindequist Gate on the eastern outskirts of the Etosha National Park.

Windhoek Airport (530 km) is the closest international airport. From here you can take a light aircraft flight to Mushara's (1-hour 30 minutes) private airstrip near the camp where a member of staff will meet you and transfer you to the camp. Alternatively, there is a Luxury Road Shuttle Service between Windhoek and Mushara Lodges or you may wish to self-drive from Windhoek which takes approxiamtely 6 hours.

Alternative Places to Stay Nearby

Mushara Bush Camp

Mushara Bush Camp, on the Mushara Private Reserve at the edge of Etosha National Park, Namibia is a family-friendly lodge with just 16 en-suite tented rooms.

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Mushara Outpost

Mushara Outpost has just eight comfortable tented suites which are built on a raised wooden deck in a private reserve just outside Etosha National Park. The main area is in the style of a traditional farmhouse so has a homely atmosphere.

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Onguma The Fort

The Fort overlooks the sparseness of the Etosha Pans and is unlike any other lodge in Namibia.
It provides guests probably one of the best sunset views in the whole of Namibia, and easy access to Etosha National Park with its incredible wildlife.

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Onguma Tented Camp

Onguma Tented Camp is an elegant yet earthy camp with seven large and luxurious en-suite tented rooms which are the ultimate in safari chic, and are found on the private Onguma reserve next to Etosha National Park.

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Okaukuejo Restcamp

Okaukuejo Camp is famed for its waterhole which offers some of the most exciting game viewing on offer in Etosha. The almost daily visits from endangered rhino more than make up for the more rustic style and larger camp setting.

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Ongava Lodge

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Ongava Tented Camp

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Andersson's @ Ongava

Andersson's is an authentic safari camp in the Ongava Game Reserve. A rebuilt farmhouse and elevated tented rooms enjoy great views over a busy waterhole. Fantastic, wildlife, guiding and hosting make Andersson's a great option in northern Namibia.

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Etosha Mountain Lodge

Situated on the southwest border of Etosha National Park, this safari-chic lodge offers amazing game activities and spectacular views. Hidden away in the exclusive Etosha Heights Private Reserve, the lodge is both private and away from the crowds.

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Top Things to Do Nearby

Game drive in Etosha National Park

Venture into the Etosha National Park on game drives. The vast Park covers 22,270 km² and is home to a wide range of birds, mammals and reptiles. Due to the arid nature of the park the game congregates round the waterholes to drink.

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