Namibia’s Onduli Ridge recognised as one of the best hotels in the world
Namibia’s Onduli Ridge recognised as one of the best hotels in the world
Ultimate Safaris’ recently upgraded Onduli
Ridge has won the Richard Bangs Best Hotels in the World Award, celebrating
unparalleled excellence in hospitality.
Award-winning author and travel pioneer,
Richard Bangs, explained that the six-suite luxury lodge and spa in Namibia’s rugged
Damaraland, which “is known for its world-class accommodations, impeccable
service, and unique experiences”, earned its place among the best hotels in the
world because it “has set a new standard, providing guests with unforgettable
stays and exceptional quality”.
Starting off as a guide on the Colorado
River in the Grand Canyon during college holidays, the 73-year-old Bangs first
made his name when he and his crew managed to successfully run Ethiopia’s Awash
River in 1973. Often referred to as the “father of modern adventure travel”, he
went on to establish the world’s first multi-national river-riding adventure
company and lead first descents of 35 rivers across the world.
This is the second award earned by Onduli
Ridge, which last year won the prestigious PURE Award for Creativity for its
innovative design, sustainability, and conservation. The lodge, which is named
for the resident giraffe, offers a spacious communal lounge with library,
dining room, bar, campfire circle and deck, a swimming pool, waterhole for game
viewing, and a private airstrip with waiting lounge and ablutions. Children are
very welcome at the lodge and can join excursions including looking for desert
adapted elephants, star gazing, solar e-biking, rock art viewing, nature
drives, and walks, or even, on a 3-night stay, searching for the highly
endangered black rhino.
Having himself won numerous different
awards, Bangs’ recognition of Onduli Ridge will go a long way to further
promoting tourism to, and knowledge of, Namibia.
Enriching Lives
ultimate.earth is privileged to operate in some of the world’s most remarkable wilderness areas. We believe that the future of these landscapes and the wildlife within them lies in the hands of the communities who call them home. Through our Conservation Travel Foundation and trusted conservation partners, we support initiatives that protect ecosystems, empower communities and create meaningful, lasting impact.
Rare And Endangered Species Trust
Protecting Africa’s lesser-known and endangered species through dedicated conservation initiatives.
Giraffe Conservation Foundation
Safeguarding one of Africa’s most iconic and threatened species for future generations.
Africat Foundation
Supporting the conservation of Namibia’s extraordinary cheetah population and carnivore ecosystems.
North West Human Wildlife Conflict Management Plan
Helping create balance between rural communities and free-roaming wildlife populations.
Desert Lion Project
Protecting Namibia’s unique desert-adapted lion population beyond National Park boundaries.
Rhino Ranger Programme
Empowering local communities through conservation-focused employment, protection and training.
Save The Rhino Trust
Conserving Africa’s last truly free-roaming population of black rhino in Namibia.
Bunny Cottage
Providing care and support for vulnerable and orphaned children in Windhoek.
Little Bugs
Supporting self-help initiatives within marginalised desert communities in Namibia.
Grootberg Primary School
Supporting education and helping inspire Namibia’s future conservation custodians.
Namib Tsaris Conservancy
Supporting the restoration and long-term protection of natural wilderness landscapes.
Doro !Nawas Conservancy
Strengthening conservation tourism partnerships that benefit local custodians and communities.
//Huab Conservancy
Using conservation travel to positively impact remote and marginalised communities.
Lionscape Coalition
Creating meaningful conservation impact through collaborative travel partnerships.
Pack For Conservation
Encouraging guests to support conservation and community initiatives while travelling through Namibia.
