Onguma Safari Camps in Namibia has just launched Onkolo Soundscapes, a brand new activity on the reserve - and the first experience of its kind in Namibia.

Using a network of sensitive microphones discreetly and strategically positioned around Onguma's water-level Onkolo Hide, the system captures and amplifies the living soundscape of the surrounding bushveld far beyond what the human ear alone can detect. The result is an intimate, sensory-first encounter that changes the way guests experience the African bush entirely.

Imagine it...

 

The buzz of a dragonfly or butterfly in flight.

The lapping of lions quenching their thirsts.

The tiny footsteps of a bird and distant cry of a fish eagle.

The plop of a frog jumping off its lily pad.

The grunt of a gnu - or even better, a rhino...

 

The experience is particularly well suited to birders, photographers, and guests seeking something more mindful and immersive alongside their standard game drive programme.

Onkolo Soundscapes

• Available as an add-on to the existing Onkolo Hide activity at a cost of around £29 pp.

• Sessions run approximately two to two and a half hours, with snacks and drinks included.

• Guided throughout.

• Minimum two, maximum six guests.

• Not recommended for children under seven.

• Pre-booking is strongly advised to avoid disappointment.

• For rates and reservations, contact Onguma on reservations@onguma.com. 

Read Onguma's Soundscapes blog for a first-hand guest-perspective of the experience!