Okapuka Game Drive
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Windhoek, Namibia
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Travel from Windhoek to Durstenbrook Guest Farm for an afternoon of big game spotting. Enjoy a scenic game drive to view wildebeest, springbok, kudu, oryx, giraffe, and more. Visit the on-site dam to see the resident hippo herd wallow in the mud, a rarity in the Windhoek area. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for convenience.
- A scenic game drive in Durstenbrook Guest Farm from Windhoek
- See wild animals in their natural habitat
- Sunset with drinks and a great view
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
What's Included
- Scenic Game drive
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We pick up from all centrally located Windhoek city accommodation.
Operating hours.12:30 pm
Itinerary
1
Okapuka Ranch
4 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Naana_A
The view at the top was beautiful and the meatballs were so delicious. Our driver and tour guide were both so nice and patient
Reviews
4.6
based on 42 reviews
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Alex_D, Jul 2026
The Good:
The experience itself of seeing the animals was amazing and I really enjoyed it.
We had a picnic in the reserve surrounded by animals which was lovely and very peaceful.
The tour group had communicated specific pick up times which was great as they were bang on time and the driver was super friendly.
The Less Good:
The duration of the actual safari, being out on the reserve is 1.5-2 hours. So not the 4 hours as advertised which was the understanding of everyone in our group. It is marketed incorrectly, although the time we were there we saw so many animals because it's a reserve and not out in the wild. I had no issue with paying for what we got, but it was mis-sold as the experience itself being double the length.
Having been on a few safaris, I am used to guides pointing out animals we can't see, however the guide kept driving past animals and we were asking him to stop. He had the knowledge of the animals, but was not great at spotting them or providing anything more than the basics.
Sierra_S, Apr 2026
Easy pick up and went to the Okapuka Lodge. Great guides and picnic provided by them. The lodge ia super nice with wifi available.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Sierra,
Thank you so much for your lovely review and for joining us on the Scenic Game Drive.
We are pleased to hear that the pick-up was easy and that you enjoyed your time at Okapuka Lodge. It is great to know that the guides, picnic, and lodge facilities all added to a relaxed and enjoyable experience.
Thank you again for booking with Chameleon Safaris. We’re glad you had a good time and hope to welcome you on another Namibian experience in the future.
Warm regards,
Gavin
Thomas_H, Feb 2026
The original venue was not available due to flooding as a result of heavy rain the previous day. The tour operator did a fine job to find an alternative and today was a beautiful sunny day.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Thomas,
Thank you for your kind review and for your understanding regarding the last-minute game drive change due to the heavy rains and flooding.
Nature can sometimes be unpredictable, but we always do our very best to adapt quickly and make sure our guests still have a memorable experience. We’re delighted to hear that the alternative game drive arrangement worked out well and that you were rewarded with a beautiful sunny day in the end.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Namibia in the future.
Warm regards,
Gavin
Cynthia_D, Sep 2025
From pick up to drop off, this was a great experience. We were able to see elephants, kudos, oryx, baboons, wilder beasts, and many more animals. The snacks and drinks at sunset was everything. I highly recommend this experience!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your safari from pick-up to drop-off was such a memorable experience.
It’s fantastic that you enjoyed spotting Namibia’s incredible wildlife, from elephants to oryx, and that the sunset snacks and drinks added a special touch.
Jordan-Rohi..
Diana_H, May 2025
The tour itself was good. Chameleon tours transfer van managed to get stuck in a very small amount of water. The farm picked us up and gave us a very good excursion but we ended in the dark without a van. There was communication and we didn’t know how we would get back to Windhoek. It was cold, dark and we were hungry! It was the farm staff who were left with the responsibility and solved the problem.
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Diana,
Thank you for the feedback,
The fact that our guide practised caution when driving through the water and not just speeding through it indicates that we are not reckless and value the safety of our clients.
We contacted the farm to ensure they collected you for the activity and asked them to assist our guide. The only reason you had to wait until after dark was that the farm delayed providing the requested assistance for more than four hours.
I hope you enjoy any further travels in Namibia.
Suzie
Wamahlubi_N, May 2025
Overall lovely experience. Got to see a wide range of animals and even got some snacks and drinks. Great way to have spent a day in Namibia. Thank you!
Response from Host, May 2025
We appreciate all reviews! Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us!
Sereima_T, Dec 2024
This tour is great, there’s a good selection of animals and you can get pretty close without agitating the animals.
The area is beautiful and there was plenty of water available throughout the tour if you didn’t bring any.
Our guide Festus made everyone feel comfortable immediately and was more than happy to answer all our questions.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you for your beautiful review! We hope you join us again for a multi-day Safari, very soon!
Jordan-R
Jon_C, Nov 2024
Seeing so many giraffe and hippo, lots of impala, wart hogs and springbok too. Very knowledgeable guide
Mark_M, Sep 2024
I had the opportunity to make a half day trip to Düsternbrook with Chameleon Safaris, and what can I say, I will never forget it. Everything and everything was perfect! Especially thanks to the wonderful people Shaka and Festus, who accompanied us and of whom we learned a lot about animals, country and culture of Namibia.
We saw more animals than expected and enjoyed every single moment. Altogether highly recommended!
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Dear Mark,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your half-day trip to Düsternbrook was unforgettable. Shaka and Festus will be delighted to know they made your experience special, sharing their knowledge about Namibia’s wildlife and culture. It's fantastic that you saw more animals than expected and enjoyed every moment. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more adventures!
Bernardo_V, Feb 2024
Valuable experience, skilled guides and well planned tour, with no rush.
I definitely recommend this activity.
Response from Host, May 2024
We're so grateful for your positive feedback, and we can't wait to have you join us for more thrilling adventures ahead!
John_R, Feb 2024
Great trip!
Managed to see all the animals hoped and guide was very informative.
Hotel pickup and all the logistics were punctual, professional and friendly. Would def recommend.
Response from Host, May 2024
Thank you so much for your positive review
Dean_S, Jan 2024
Great afternoon, thoroughly recommend. The leopard was the highlight, not many tourists get to see this great animal
Response from Host, Feb 2024
We're thrilled to hear you had a great afternoon and enjoyed seeing the leopard! Thank you for recommending us.
Hailee_H, Dec 2023
Wow! This was such an incredible experience. I booked the day before I went but received a confirmation email right away. I was picked up at exactly 2 pm from my hotel in Windhoek by Joseph. There was only one other guest on my tour and he was already picked up. We drove ~ 1 hr to the area where the safari would be taking place. We had 30 mins to use the bathroom & see the main accommodation area and that on its own was spectacular!! Our driver for the safari met us around 3:30 pm and we took off and when I say I’ve never experienced something so breath taking, I mean it. We saw hippos, zebra, giraffes, oryx, kudu, impala, baboons. The driver had an excellent eye and he took his time with telling us about the animals we saw! He made sure we got great photos before driving off to look for the next animals. We ended the 3 hr drive at the highest point on the grounds, enjoyed a cold beer, and had some snacks - meatballs, nuts, pretzels, etc. This view was absolutely amazing with 360° views of the surrounding areas.
I truly could not recommend this tour itself and if I ever find myself back in Namibia, I will definitely be taking another one with this company.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Happy to hear you had an incredible experience! Your detailed feedback is much appreciated. We're delighted you enjoyed the safari, the breathtaking views, and the excellent guide. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour! ~ Cheers, Macedo
Hauke_K, Dec 2023
The best game tour in Africa. So many animals that we saw, very knowledgeable driver and tour guide.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
We are delighted to hear you had the best game tour in Africa! Thank you for your kind words about our knowledgeable driver and tour guide.
Naana_A, Jul 2023
The view at the top was beautiful and the meatballs were so delicious. Our driver and tour guide were both so nice and patient
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you for the lovely review! Beautiful view, delicious meatballs, and fantastic guide!
Polina_S, Jan 2023
We were picked up one hour before the appointment and brought back to hotel one hour later than agreed.
The leopard feeding is too fake, those poor animals.
The rest of the tour was nice and our guide was friendly, but we didn’t even see that many animals.
I would not do this tour again, but we still enjoyed it.
Tomasz_G, Aug 2022
Very Highly recomnded. Animals seen in close proximity very well organized trip great photo session I recommend it to everyone.
Sebastian_M, Aug 2022
Highly recommended! Very professional, they take care of everthing. There is a lot to see in a short time.
Mircea_L, Jun 2022
This was a great tour. I had a private driver who picked me up from my hotel and waited for me the entire time during both tours. I really enjoyed the leopard and cheetah feedings especially, and the other tour was great too. We saw giraffes, impala, springbok, onyx, zebras, hippos, and other species. Highly recommended!
Philipp_Z, Sep 2021
Thank you very much for an amazing afternoon! It was just stunning and great. I can highly recommend this tour to everybody.
Response from Host, Sep 2021
Thanks for joining us Philippe 😃 and glad you enjoyed your afternoon at Duesternbrook with us!
AnaMaria_B, Oct 2019
A very affordable trip, with two parts - one is a cat feeding tour and the other a longer, general tour. During the feeding tour you get very close to the felines (but it's super safe) and I found out a lot of great information about them. Then the second tour offer a lot of animal sightings including hippos, giraffes, several species of antelope, ostriches, rhinos and others. Got a lot of good photos.
All the animals are in very good shape and have a lot of space. All in all a good visit that was also very educational.
Susanne_S, Jul 2026
Great lodge about 40 minutes from Windhoek. The ostrich Lucy lives there almost as a pet and surprises you right upon arrival. The drive with the jeep into the reserve was very beautiful and informative. We saw various wildlife (no cats, but that was clearly communicated). The highlight was the encounter with the rhinos and the baby.... our guide Alpha made a great effort, and the little picnic before returning to the lodge was excellent (various drinks with/without alcohol, vegetarian/meat snacks). A great afternoon.
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Angela_V, May 2026
Our driver picked us up on time at the hotel. At the lodge, we had a short time to look around before we got into the all-terrain vehicles. Our guide was able to show us many animals and told us a lot about them in his entertaining way. A great tour. Definitely worth recommending.
Angela and Werner from Germany
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Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Angela and Werner,
Thank you so much for your lovely review and for joining us on a Game Drive.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that everything started smoothly with a punctual hotel pick-up. It is also great to know that you had some time to look around the lodge before heading out on the 4x4 game drive.
We are very pleased that your guide was able to show you many animals and share interesting information in such an enjoyable way. Seeing wildlife in a natural setting is always special, and we are happy the experience was memorable for you.
Thank you again for recommending the tour. We truly appreciate it and hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Namibia.
Warm regards,
Gavin
Marion_P, Sep 2024
Es war ein tolles Erlebnis, ist jedem zu empfehlen der hier in Windhoek einen Ausflug machen möchte. Das einzige was gefehlt hat, ist das Erlebnis mit den Katzen.
Karin_W, Mar 2024
Der Guide war total nett, die Aussicht vom Berg war beeindruckend, haben auch ein paar Tiere gesehen und der Himmel war durch die Wolken wahnsinnig toll
Response from Host, May 2024
Thank you for your positive feedback/Review.
Richard_S, Dec 2022
Natur und Tiere in wunderschöner Landschaft. Sehr guter Führer der alle Tiere und deren Eigenschaften gut erläutert hat.
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