Etosha & Surrounds | Namibia
Toshari Lodge: Eco-Luxury a Short Drive from Etosha
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Toshari Lodge sits on a dolomite outcrop beside the main road from Outjo, about 25km south of Etosha’s Andersson Gate, or roughly a 20-minute drive. It’s a comfortable, solar-powered base for day trips into the park, whether you drive yourself or join one of the lodge’s daily guided game drives.
What Makes Toshari Lodge Different
Toshari runs entirely on solar power from an off-grid system, and it keeps an onsite vegetable garden and recycles its refuse. It’s also well set up for families, with three swimming pools and family chalets sleeping up to five. Campers staying at the private campsites share all the lodge facilities. Toshari is part of Namibia’s Quiver & Co group, alongside Lodge Damaraland, Olive Grove Guesthouse and Swakopmund Sands.
Accommodation at Toshari Lodge
Toshari has 22 Bush Rooms and 17 Bush Chalets, set under mopane and white seringa trees. The Bush Rooms sleep two, with a double bed or twin beds, as do ten of the chalets. The remaining seven are family chalets: four sleep up to four guests and three take up to five. Every room has air conditioning and heating, fans, an en-suite shower, mosquito nets and gauzed windows, and a private verandah. There’s also a safe, a hairdryer and a tea and coffee station, and luxury and family units have a fridge.
Three private campsites sit on the lawn under shade trees, each with its own ablutions, solar-heated shower and flush toilet. Sites also have electric lights, a 220V power point, a braai area and an interlock-paved vehicle stand, and campers are welcome to use the lodge’s pools, bar, restaurant and WiFi.
Location & Getting There
Toshari Lodge is roughly a 20-minute drive from Andersson Gate, Etosha’s southern entrance, making it a practical, comfortable base for self-drive day trips into the park. A rented 4×4 is recommended for the drive, or the lodge can be arranged as part of a wider guided Namibian safari.
- Swakopmund: 474km (about 5h30min drive).
- Khorixas: 201km (about 2h15min drive).
- Outjo: 73.2km (45min).
- Windhoek: 389km (about 4h drive).
Activities & Experiences
- Daily guided game drives into Etosha National Park, with half-day morning and full-day departures.
- Self-drive guests can explore Etosha National Park at their own pace and plan their own route between the park’s waterholes. See our Etosha game viewing tips for advice on getting the most from a self-drive day.
- A guided cultural visit to the Omapaha Himba Village, about 20 minutes’ drive from the lodge.
- A short, signposted nature trail on the property, for guests to walk at their own pace.
- Onsite massage treatments, with a choice of 30- or 60-minute sessions.
Nearby Attractions
Toshari Lodge is a short drive from Andersson Gate, the southern entrance to Etosha National Park. Beyond the gate lie some of the park’s most visited waterholes, including Okaukuejo and Nebrownii further east. See our guide to accommodation near Etosha for other places to stay in the area, or what to pack and expect before your visit.
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Facilities & Amenities
Bedroom
Bush rooms
Bush chalets
Family chalets
Camping sites (220V power, braai area and hot showers).
Air conditioning/heating
Fans
Safe
Private verandah
Fridge (Luxury & Family rooms only)
Mosquito Gauze (Windows)
Mosquito nets
Tea/Coffee facilities
Hairdryer
Bathroom
En-suite with shower
Toilet
Wash Basin
Bathrobes are provided
Bathroom amenities
Camping: own ablutions
Reception Services
Curio shop
Cash and credit cards accepted (Visa & Mastercard)
Food Drink
Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Bar
Outdoors
3 Swimming pools
Activities
Guided half-day and full-day game drives to Etosha National Park
Walking Trail
Omapaha Himba Village (20 minute drive from Toshari Lodge)
Onsite massage treatments
Media Technology
Free Wi-Fi
Functions
Accommodating up to 50 Pax
Projector
Free WiFi
Optional high speed internet available on request
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Cleaning Services
Laundry at extra cost
Languages Spoken
EnglishAfrikaans
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Toshari Lodge from Etosha National Park?
About a 20-minute drive from Andersson Gate, Etosha’s southern entrance.
Is Toshari Lodge eco-friendly?
Yes, the lodge runs entirely on solar power, including its hot water system, and maintains its own vegetable garden and recycling programme.
What type of rooms does Toshari Lodge offer?
Standard rooms through to luxury family suites, each with air conditioning and an en-suite bathroom.
Is Toshari Lodge suitable for self-drive travellers?
Yes, its location a short drive from Andersson Gate makes it a practical base for self-drive day trips into Etosha.
Reviews
thomas allmannsberger
4 weeks ago
The campsite is rather basic and close to the neighbors. The dining area has more of a hotel feel and is very crowded. It was too busy, but it's a nice spot.
Stefania Lucato
4 weeks ago
Manon Van Eeghem
4 weeks ago
Great lodge with great staff. Good tasting food. But internet connection is horribly bad… For a luxury place like this you expect better internet connection.
Anna Paula Menezes
2 months ago
The lodge was great, with great services, great food, and great personnel. Alfa was our guide to etosha and he was amazing. The hotel also offered massage services. The only 2 things that really bothered me were the mice running around everywhere in the lodge at night, including the floor of the restaurant (I understand these are forest mice, they are not as disgusting as the city mice, and the restaurant was an open space, but it was traumatic for me) and the price vs. what you get (we stayed in other lodges where we paid less for the safari and got more snacks, more drinks, etc)
Daphne
5 months ago
Great lodge near Etosha. Our room was large, modern and clean with a bathtub and big walk in shower. Property is quite big, but it was always quiet and peaceful and looked well maintained.
Breakfast and dinner buffet were great, lots of options, freshly cooked, also enough options for vegetarians. Everyone at the lodge was friendly.
We did the full day game drive with guide Silas. Silas was friendly, told us a lot about the animals. He worked very hard for us. Asking what we wanted to see and really trying his best to deliver on that.
He promised us we could see a rhino on our tour, and he delivered, even exceeding the time by a lot! We had a great day!
Tina L.
5 months ago
Our travel agent rebooked us to Toshari lodge after our first choice lodge was unavailable. With that in mind we didnt have much expectation. But I am happy to say that Toshari lodge is a great lodge. We stayed in the detached bush chalet and the room was spacious, clean, comfortable and private. The food was buffet style, they had live grilling station and the beef and chicken was sooo good. I really need that marinate receipe. The distance to Etosha is a bit further but still quick (15 min). Also used their laundry service which was very quick and reasonable priced. All in all very enjoyable stay at the Toshari lodge.
Michaela Misteli
6 months ago
Very professional and well-run lodge. Everything was clean and well maintained, the food was excellent, and the overall experience exceeded our expectations.
The guided safaris were outstanding — a special thanks to Silas, who made every drive informative and memorable.
The lodge is also very family-friendly, which made our stay even more enjoyable.
What truly stood out was the exceptional staff across all areas — reception, buffet team, kitchen, waiters, housekeeping (Estelina), and even the gardeners. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and clearly dedicated to providing a great experience. Highly recommended!
Ana Costa
8 months ago
Toshari Lodge is well situated for those looking to explore Etosha National Park. It's a 26km drive (according to the lodge) from the Andersson Gate (the south gate), making it a good base for early-morning entry into the park.
The architecture is a beautiful marriage of contemporary design and traditional Namibian earthen tones.
The heart of this lodge is its staff, who are exceptionally attentive and friendly from the moment you arrive.
The room was spacious and thoughtfully prepared. We were greeted by a lovely welcoming card on the bed and some nice touches, like complimentary tea, coffee, and milk in the room (as well as in the lounge/restaurant area).
Since there aren't many other restaurant options in the immediate area without driving to another lodge, we chose to eat on-site and enjoy the tranquility.
The buffet had plenty of options to suit different tastes, including vegetarian dishes. Drinks are not included in the set price for the buffet.
There are two swimming pools on-site, and although relatively small, they are tranquil and never crowded if you time your swim for when most guests are out in Etosha.
We booked a tour through the lodge, where all prices were clearly listed, and opted for a half-day tour. The guide was phenomenal. He went well out of his way to track down the Big 3 (out of the Big 4) that inhabit Etosha. The leopard was in a far-out area for a half-day tour, but we were able to see the lions, the elephants, and a rhino.