Teufelskrallen Lodge
Ondili’s Lodges in the Wildland Kalahari Nature Reserve
Approximately 200 km south of the capital city Windhoek, the 10,000 ha Wildland Kalahari Nature Reserve was established. It combines two characteristic but distinct landscape types. In the west of the nature reserve, a flat bush and shrub savanna predominates. The Kalahari has driven its sand dunes from the east precisely to this point. The typical red dune chains with valleys covered in camelthorn acacias begin or end, depending on your perspective, in this nature reserve.
Due to the abrupt change in landscape and thus also in vegetation, a diverse food supply of leaves and various grass species is available for wild animals. As a result, a good species diversity can be found in the nature reserve. The wildlife has not been hunted for many years and is therefore not very shy – you can get very close to the animals during both hikes and game drives.
Teufelskrallen Lodge
Teufelskrallen Lodge
Behind a protective wall lies the main lodge building with reception and a restaurant featuring a beautiful garden. Shady seating areas and a refreshing pool create the impression of a green oasis amidst the dusty, dry savanna environment. Breakfast and dinner are served here – in the garden or indoors, depending on the weather.
The lodge’s tents can be reached from here by car after about three kilometers, on the first dune ridge of the Kalahari.
Lodge Information
- 6 stylish tented houses – generously spaced for privacy and tranquility
- 10,000 ha private nature reserve
- Spectacular location on the first western dune ridge of the Kalahari
- Reception, restaurant, and pool approx. 3 km away
- Excursions in the Ondili Kalahari Nature Reserve
- Private airstrip
Location of the Tented Houses
The 6 tents of Teufelskrallen Lodge are lined up on a red dune. Deliberately kept simple and rustic, here you experience the Kalahari in its most original form. Even the approach through the desert sand to the dune is a bit physically demanding. But you are rewarded with an almost endless view over the savanna. The largely open and simply designed bathroom is set up as a separate small tower and can only be reached via a wooden bridge.
The tented houses are deliberately designed to be simple and open, allowing the gaze to constantly wander out into the landscape. Wood, fabrics, and natural materials define the appearance and emphasize the lodge’s original character.
The open-plan bathroom is slightly set apart and accessible via a small walkway – an unusual but harmonious solution that further enhances the connection to nature.
- Tented houses – tastefully furnished on stilts with a private terrace and views of the vast savanna
- Private bathroom accessible via wooden walkway
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Mosquito net
- Tea/coffee station
- Parking directly at the tented house
Tented House – Double occupancy per person = N$ 2,750
Tented House – Single occupancy = N$ 3,575
Children 0 to 3 years in a tented house with a full-paying adult* = free
Children 4 to 12 years in a tented house with 1 or 2 full-paying adults* = N$ 1,375
Tented House – Double occupancy per person = N$ 2,100
Tented House – Single occupancy = N$ 2,730
Children 0 to 3 years in a tented house with a full-paying adult* = free
Children 4 to 12 years in a tented house with 1 or 2 full-paying adults* = N$ 1,050
*Tented House: Max. 1 child up to 12 years or younger can share a tented house with 2 adults. The prices stated are per person per night and include 15% VAT and 1% tourism levy.
High Season (March 1 to November 30, 2027) incl. breakfast and dinner
Tented House – Double occupancy per person = N$ 2,940
Tented House – Single occupancy = N$ 3,830
Children 0 to 3 years in a tented house with a full-paying adult* = free
Children 4 to 12 years in a tented house with 1 or 2 full-paying adults* = N$ 1,470
Tented House – Double occupancy per person = N$ 2,205
Tented House – Single occupancy = N$ 2,870
Children 0 to 3 years in a tented house with a full-paying adult* = free
Children 4 to 12 years in a tented house with 1 or 2 full-paying adults* = N$ 1,102.50
*Tented House: Max. 1 child up to 12 years or younger can share a tented house with 2 adults. The prices stated are per person per night and include 15% VAT and 1% tourism levy.
Detailed information about Ondili, the Teufelskrallen Lodge tents, and current price lists can be found in the following PDF documents.
Teufelskrallen Lodge Prices 2026
Teufelskrallen Lodge Prices 2027
Trans Kalahari Walk Prices 2027
Teufelskrallen Lodge Information
Ondili Namibia
Map of Teufelskrallen Lodge
Location & Arrival
Teufelskrallen Lodge is located on the western dune ridge of the Kalahari, approximately 190 kilometers
south of Windhoek. Access is convenient via the well-maintained National Road B1.
Coming from Windhoek, drive south on the B1 to Kalkrand. There, turn
left onto the C21. After about 100 meters, you will reach the Old Farmhouse, where the
Teufelskrallen Lodge reception is located.
Lodge GPS Coordinates: S24°04’3.35″, E17°35’23.43″
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Hy9Mk1G5p16bivgp7
Distances
Windhoek: approx. 190 km
Windhoek International Airport (Hosea Kutako): approx. 240 km
Mariental: approx. 70 km
Arrival by Plane
For guests traveling to Namibia by charter flight or private small aircraft, the lodge’s own airstrip in the Ondili Kalahari Nature Reserve, not far from Teufelskrallen Lodge, is available.
Airstrip Farm Gurus (FYFG)
Coordinates: S24°04’36” E 017°36’37”
Our team will gladly organize the transfer between the airstrip and the lodge.
Kalahari Region
The desert that isn’t really one. The Kalahari is often referred to as a desert – primarily because of its red sand dunes and dryness. In reality, however, it is a savanna where grasses, shrubs, and acacias grow, extending beyond Namibia into Botswana and South Africa.
The gently rolling dunes stretch across the land like waves, changing their colors depending on the light and season – from warm reds to soft oranges and shimmering silvery hues. Especially in the early morning hours and late afternoon, long shadows emerge, making the shapes of the dunes stand out clearly.
Despite its quiet, almost silent appearance, the Kalahari is a vibrant ecosystem. Antelopes, giraffes, and numerous smaller animals have adapted to the conditions and can be observed well with a little patience.
Activities and Offers
Trans Kalahari Walk
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Sundowner Drive Kalahari
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Morning Scenic Drive Kalahari
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Guided Walk Kalahari
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Hikes
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Jogging
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Wellness
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Wellness Massages
Warm oils and gentle movements create an atmosphere where the body slowly finds peace. Whether after arrival or after an excursion – appointments can be arranged individually and flexibly.
The massage area is located at the neighboring Kalahari Red Dunes Lodge.
Ecology
Ecology
Ondili places the highest value on ensuring that the operation of Ondili Lodges results in nature conservation. This commitment is the foundation and driving force of the Ondili Group.
- Since its inception, Ondili has invested its entire annual profit into nature conservation.
- For every guest room in an Ondili lodge, Ondili has created at least 1,000 ha (10 km²) of new nature reserve in Namibia and maintains these reserves.
- At Ondili, electricity and hot water are predominantly generated by our own solar power systems.
- The local population benefits from the creation of jobs in the lodges' nature reserves and in the craft sectors.
- Firewood for the evening campfires is sourced from bush clearing measures necessary for the regeneration of natural areas in Ondili's northern nature reserves.
- Involvement of local farmers in nature conservation concepts
Tour with the Ondili Signature Route
Namibia can be explored with Ondili on well-coordinated routes that combine overnight stays in various lodges. The suggested trips serve as guidance and showcase the diversity of the country's landscapes and regions.
Whether Kalahari, Namib Desert, Damaraland, or Etosha, the lodges are each located in close proximity to characteristic natural and cultural areas, allowing for targeted exploration of the country's diverse landscapes.
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What Our Guests Say
Our African journey began with this lodge. We received a very warm welcome and immediately felt at home! The rooms were beautiful, and the balcony offered a magnificent view. We could even observe animals at dusk from there! It was perfect!
Valentina Körtgen
Very interesting lodge. The tents are located on the edge of a red dune, offering a magnificent view over the landscape. The bathroom is separately attached via a small walkway. The farmhouse is 3 km from the dune. The staff is super friendly, and the food was excellent. The tents are very well equipped and spacious and are patrolled by a security guide at night. 100% recommendation.
Monika Hoh
The old farmhouse with reception and restaurant, where you can have breakfast and dinner, is located right next to the main road. The tents are about 3km away. Dinner is served as a 3-course meal and was good; breakfast can be chosen from the menu. All staff were super nice, and the tent is comfortably furnished. The bathroom and toilet are reached via a wooden walkway. In the mornings and evenings, you can go on a guided game drive.
Elisabetta and Silvio
Exceptionally beautiful and right in the middle of the Kalahari. The tents are wonderfully furnished and everything is very clean. If you want a bit of adventure, this is the place for you. The ‘bathroom’ is accessible via a walkway. But that too is wonderful and beautifully situated. The restaurant and pool are 3 km from the tents, but very easy to reach. Highly recommended!
Markus Merz
Teufelskrallenlodge, with its 6 tents and the farmhouse, is located in the heart of the Kalahari, not far from Kalkrand. The tents are beautifully furnished and in very good condition. The view from the terrace is breathtaking. The farmhouse, about 3km away, is also in excellent condition. The staff was consistently very friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious, and we felt completely at ease.
Dr. Marian Pudimat