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NOW OPEN Onkoshi Camp, Etosha National Park, is the latest addition to Namibia Wildlife Resorts portfolio. Nestled on the rim of the pan on a secluded peninsula, Onkoshi Camp is a low impact, environmentally friendly establishment with a maximum of capacity 30 guests, which guarantees a truly personal and exclusive experience. Onkoshi Camp offers superb vistas over the Etosha pan, with its shimmering mirages during the hot days; dramatic sunset and sunrise textures and colours; sense of isolation and space; clear night skies; and the sights, smells and sounds of untamed and unadulterated Africa. All rooms are built on elevated wooden decks, with thatched roofs, canvas walls and large, wooden- framed retractable doors allowing spectacular panoramic views. Rooms are tastefully equipped with locally crafted fittings and furnishings, using a blend of metal and wood combined with natural fabrics to create a natural and ethnic ambiance. In line with NWR's environmental policy, solar energy is being used to provide most of the power requirements of the camp. Activities on offer include professionally guided morning, afternoon and night game drives to surrounding areas of the park, including access to exclusive areas within the north- eastern sand veldt area of Etosha. For the more adventurous, guided walks and moonlight walks on the Etosha Pan will also be on offer. Onkoshi Camp is now open and reservations can be made through the NWR reservation office onkoshireservations@ nwr. com. na - Tel: + 264- 61- 2857200 - Fax: + 264- 61- 224900