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Babson Guest House, Otjiwarongo | Timbuktu Travel
Otjiwarongo

Babson Guest House

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About Babson Guest House

Premium access to Namibia's famous Cheetah Conservation Fund reserve
If cheetahs are your passion, head to Babson Guest House, the only lodge for visitors in the world-renowned Cheetah Conservation Fund reserve, in northern Namibia. Here you'll find the largest population of cheetah remaining in the wild, and a conservation/research centre that offers interesting insights into cheetah conservation and rehabilitation. The reserve is a worthy destination in itself, but it's also conveniently located in the Otjiwarongo area between Windhoek (Namibia's capital) and Etosha National Park, and makes for a good stopover between the two. It's also just 13 kilometres from the striking sandstone cliffs of the Waterberg Plateau National Park.
Otjiwarongo , Namibia
From $590 per person/per night
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The property

The cosy, converted farmhouse is best suited for one family or a small group travelling together. The communal open-plan lounge/dining room area is compact, with wildlife-inspired furnishings such as classic leather seating, and dining chairs upholstered in cheetah spots. Outside, a pleasant, shaded veranda has a second dining table (perfect for lunch), and a comfortable sitting area to one side. Your eyes will be drawn to the scenery, and the large cheetah enclosure directly in front of the house.

The rooms

Farm-style Babson House has three bedrooms – one with twin beds, the second with a queen-sized bed, and the third with two queens (guests are limited to just six, though). The floors throughout are cool-underfoot tiles, and the furnishings, reminiscent of Namibia's colonial past, are comfortable. En-suite bathrooms range in size from small to comfortable, and have the necessary facilities, but no bath. The rooms are fitted with mosquito nets, fans and tea/coffee stations.

Activities

Highlights are obviously the research and education centre, and of course, interacting with and observing the cheetahs. Accompanied by the staff, and possibly team leader Dr Laurie Marker, you'll see the big cats being fed, watch the morning "Cheetah Run", hang out with the cheetah "ambassadors", and tour the lab (the genetic laboratory is fascinating). You can also take a private safari through CCF’s own "Little Serengeti", an open plain with large herds of hartebeest, oryx, springbok, warthog and jackal.
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How to book Babson Guest House

How do I book Babson Guest House?

Babson Guest House can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Namibia trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Namibia trips featuring Babson Guest House or get advice and suggestions from one of our Namibia specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Babson Guest House?

Stays at Babson Guest House start from around $590 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Namibia

Otjiwarongo Area

Visit fantastic cheetah conservation projects and discover the pretty terrain on foot or game drives.