Tucked away in the scenic wilderness of northwest Namibia, Toko Eco-Lodge is set to reopen its doors on May 1st, 2025 under a new management.
Located just 22 kilometers northeast of Kamanjab along the D2695, the lodge rests on a sprawling 3,240-hectare private farm, offering travelers a tranquil escape into nature.
According to a press release by the management, it is an ideal base for tours to the world renowned Etosha National Park, the Culture-rich Far North and the Epupa Falls on the Kunene River (Kaokoland) and to visit one of the indigenous peoples of Namibia, the ovaHimba.
Toko-Eco-Lodge is home to the endemic Monteiro Hornbill, which is part of our logo and gives Toko-EcoLodge its name. In the nearby future, we will look into the conservation of the Monteiro Hornbil and rare Hartlaub’s Francolin, hence inviting experts in conservation to the table.
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The restaurant and bar can be found in the main lodge building. There is also a small lounge to relax in and have a drink. All meals are from a set menu, but larger groups will be served a buffet.
Toko-Eco-Lodge has 24 spacious & panoramic rooms, however during the 1st opening phase, we will only operate 10 rooms (The remaining rooms are under restoration and should be added in a period of 6 months).
All rooms, are en-suite with mosquito nets. They all have a stunning view from the verandah, over the surrounding savanna and gardens. After a long, hot day, indulge yourself with a refreshing swim in the pool. Enjoy the magical ambiance created by the vast natural backdrop of the landscape.
Join a sundowner around the fire, or on one of our hiking trails, followed by typical African cuisine for dinner accompanied, by some of the finest South-African & Namibian wines or beer. Birds can be spotted around this area, including 3 types of hornbill, the endemic Monteiro’s Hornbill and the rare Hartlaub’s Francolin.
The rock engravings at the Peet Albert’s Koppie are a magical sight. It offers you a wide spectrum of impressive rock engravings. 200 000 years ago the San people documented daily occurrences with endemic wildlife onto one of the oldest and hardest rock formations, the Kamanjab Granite. This granite formation is the only one of its kind in the surroundings.
Toko-Eco-Lodge established the Katenda Himba Village tour nearby to the lodge. This Himba excursion gives you an insight to the cultures and lifestyles of the ovaHimba Tribe.
Short Himba Excursion: Katenda Himba Village nearby gives insight into the ways and lifestyles of the Himba Tribe. Meet a traditional group of nomadic cattle herders who will show you round their village, a collection of huts made from mud, cow dung and branches.
Men and women wear goatskin loin cloths respectively. Learn what they smear on their skin to protect them from the harsh climate and how they have held on to their traditions and adapted to outside influences on their way of life.
Activities include preparing incense, collecting firewood, production of s oured milk, making handicrafts, clothing and jewelry, milking the cows and goats, tending to the livestock farming, otjize (beauty cosmetic) & Otjizumba (perfume) production, etc. We will introduce San Cultural Village in the not so distance future as well as a local experience with the Damara Culture.
Conferencing facilities/ Small events Venue will also be introduced for a venue of up to 60 guests.
