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Consultant's map ![]() Consultant's folder Click on the title to show or hide the information. * Although located in Omaruru, Kashana overlooks the seasonal Omaruru River and so gives a feeling of being in the African bush. * Kashana is ideally located to explore Omaruru and the surrounding Erongo area. * The Nawa Nawa Art Centre gives guests the opportunity to buy locals arts and crafts, and to meet local artists and crafts people. * The restaurant comprises three separate rooms, ideal for private functions or groups and a garden terrace. * Kashana is located in Omaruru on the bank of the seasonal Omaruru River * Although the Omaruru River is usually dry it is normally lush and green due to groundwater supply. Day visits * Omaruru Onward Travel * Swakopmund * Cape Cross * Brandberg * Twyfelfontein * Windhoek * Waterberg * Etosha National Park (Andersson Gate) * Spitzkoppe 10 guest bungalows / suites consisting of: * 6 x spacious bungalows * 2 x family bungalows * 2 x suites * 1 x guide room (not the same standard as guest bungalows) All accommodation includes * En-suite bathroom * Air conditioning * Mini-bar * Tea / coffee station * Television * Internet connection * Small safe * 220 volt AC power * Laundry service available on request Spacious Bungalows * Either a king-size bed or two double beds. * En suite bathroom with (BATH OR SHOWER ?), basin, toilet and bidet. * Private veranda Two Family Bungalows * An upstairs loft * Two double beds and two single beds. * Shared bathroom with (BATH OR SHOWER ?), basin, toilet and bidet. * Private veranda TwoSuites * 1 x twin suite & 1 x double suite * En-suite bathroom with (BATH OR SHOWER ?), basin and toilet * Separate lounge * Extra bed available for family use. * Ideal for guests staying more than three nights or preferring privacy * The two suites share one veranda Facilities at Kashana are housed in several buildings * Bar * Restaurant comprising three separate rooms and a garden terrace. * Arts and Crafts Centre with a gallery and several shops * Swimming pool with lounging area The Nawa Nawa Arts Centre comprises a gallery and several shops. It focuses on recycled resources and local artists. The Nawa Nawa Art building itself was built using building rubble, old drums and reeds from the riverbed by Omaruru resident Trevor Nott and his building team. Nawa Nawa Art specialises in: * Innovative, high quality Namibian Art and Crafts * Limited edition prints and original paintings * Unique furniture and interior design objects * Rare African tribal antiques * Sculptures * Artists featured at the Nawa Nawa Art Centre include Thelma van Rhyn, Annette Niedermeier and Martie Zwemmer Kashana does not offer activities, however Omaruru and surroundings offers numerous possibilities.
* Namibian style food (no unusual ingrediants) * Continental & English Breakfast * A la Carte & set menu lunch * A la Carte and set menu dinner * Breakfast & lunch packs on advance booking * Special dietary requirements on advance request Note: Set menu for groups must be booked in advance. CELLPHONE COVERAGE AT LODGE For details see the Mobile coverage map. Reservations & marketing Reservation Destination Tel: +264 - (0)61 - 224 712 24 hours: +264 - (0)61 - 250 725 Fax: +264 - (0)61 - 224 217 E-mail: reservations@resdes.com.na At Kashana Tel / Fax: +264 - (0)64 - 571 434 Website http://www.kashana-namibia.com English German Afrikaans Visa Mastercard Social Responsibility Kashana gives local Namibian artists and crafts people the opportunity to display and sell their works at the Nawa Nawa Art Centre. It also promotes the use of sustainable resources. Kashana also supports and sponsors the Omaruru and Gobabis Choirs. * During the dry season, Kashana can be reached in a small 2 X 4 sedan.
* If onward travel is on gravel roads a 4x4 may be required in the rainy season. Omaruru's central location makes it easy to build into any itinerary and extremely flexible in respect of when to include the town. Omaruru for example can be used as a stop between Windhoek and Etosha, Twyfelfontein and Swakopmund or Waterberg and Swakopmund. This however also means that there are numerous routes to & from Omaruru and numerous road directions. Below please find the most common routes to & from Omaruru. To & from Namib Coast * Walvis Bay * Langstrand * Swakopmund * Henties Bay * Cape Cross To & from Damaraland * Brandberg * Uis * Twyfelfontein * Khorixas * Kamanjab * Palmwag Concession To & from Central Namibia * Windhoek * Okahandja * Otjiwarongo * Waterberg To & from northern Namibia * Etosha National Park (Andersson Gate) * Outjo To & from Erongo Area * Karibib * Usakos * Spitzkoppe Omaruru's central location makes it easy to build into any itinerary
and extremely flexible in respect of when to include the town. Omaruru
for example can be used as a stop between Windhoek and Etosha,
Twyfelfontein and Swakopmund or Waterberg and Swakopmund. This however
also means that there are numerous routes to & from Omaruru and
numerous road directions. Below please find the road directions by the most common routes to & from Omaruru. TO & FROM NAMIB COAST Walvis Bay Walvis Bay to Omaruru is approx. 264 km * From Walvis Bay drive north on the B2 to Swakopmund (approx. 30 km) * From Swakopmund drive east on the B2 via Usakos to Karibib (approx. 175 km) * From Karibib drive north on the C33 to Omaruru (approx. 59 km) The entire route is on tar road. En-route attractions: Martin Luther steam engine Small detour attractions: Spitzkoppe & Regimental Badges Cape Cross Cape Cross to Omaruru is approx. 285 km * From Cape Cross drive south on the C34 to Henties Bay (approx. 48 km) * From Henties Bay drive north east on the C35 to Uis (approx. 114) * From Uis drive east on the C36 to Omaruru (approx. 123 km) The entire route is on gravel road. Small detour attractions: The 'White Lady' rock painting at the Brandberg. NOTE: A visit to the 'White Lady' requires an approx. 2 hours walk. TO & FROM DAMARALAND Kamanjab Kamanjab to Omaruru is approx. 365 km * From Kamanjab drive south on the C35 to the C39 Turn off (approx. 105 km) * Turn right onto the C39 and drive to Khorixas (approx. 11 km) * From Khorixas drive eat on the C39 to the C35 turn off (approx. 11 km) * Turn right onto the C35 and drive to Uis (approx. 115 km) * From Uis drive east on the C36 to Omaruru (approx. 123 km) The entire route is on gravel road. Small detour attractions: The 'White Lady' rock painting at the Brandberg. NOTE: A visit to the 'White Lady' requires an approx. 2 hours walk. Twyfelfontein Twyfelfontein to Omaruru is approx. 265 km * From Twyfelfontein take the D3214 to the D2612 turn off (approx. 10 km) * Turn right onto the D2612 and drive to the C35 turn off (approx. 62 km) * Turn right onto the C35 and drive to Uis (approx. 70 km) * From Uis drive east on the C36 to Omaruru (approx. 123 km) The entire route is on gravel road. Small detour attractions: The 'White Lady' rock painting at the Brandberg. NOTE: A visit to the 'White Lady' requires an approx. 2 hours walk. TO & FROM CENTRAL NAMIBIA Windhoek Windhoek to Omaruru is approx. 237 km * From Windhoek drive north on the B1 to Okahandja (approx. 66 km) * From Okahandja drive west on the B2 to Karibib (approx. 112 km) * From Karibib drive north on the C33 to Omaruru (approx. 59 km) The entire route is on tar road. Waterberg Waterberg to Omaruru is approx. 228 km * From Waterberg take the D2512 to the C22 turn off (approx. 24 km) * Turn right onto the C22 and drive to the B1 turn off (approx. 41 km) * Turn right onto the B1 and drive to Otjiwarongo (approx. 28 km) * From Otjiwarongo drive south west on the C33 to Omaruru (approx. 135 km) The D2515 is gravel road. The rest of the route is on tar roads. TO & FROM CENTRAL NAMIBIA Etosha National Park (Andersson Gate) Etosha Andersson Gate to Omaruru is approx. 288 km * From Andersson Gate drive south on the C38 to Outjo (approx. 87 km) * From Outjo continue on the C38 to Otjiwarongo (approx. 66 km) * From Otjiwarongo drive south west on the C33 to Omaruru (approx. 135 km) The entire route is on tar road. TO & FROM ERONGO AREA Spitzkoppe Spitzkoppe to Omaruru is approx. 145 km * From Spitzkoppe take the D3716 and drive to the D1918 turn off (approx. 15 km) * Turn left onto the D1918 and drive to the B2 turn off (approx. 17 km) * Turn left onto the B2 and drive to Usakos (approx. 24 km) * From Usakos drive on the B2 to Karibib (approx. 30 km) * From Karibib drive north on the C33 to Omaruru (approx. 59 km) The C33 and B2 are tar roads. The rest of the trip is on gravel road Omaruru Airport (FYOM) South: 21 degrees 25’ 00” East: 15 degrees 56’ 00" Elevation: 3,983 feet Omaruru traffic: 124.8 Omaruru Airport Runway Data
Kashana offers transfers on request. Please contact reservations for quotes.
* Check in: from 14h00 * Check out: 10h00
BB is on Bed & Breakfast basis only. DBB is on Dinner, Bed & Breakfast basis only. Rates incl. VAT and tourism levy. Rates subject to change unless bookings confirmed. Bookings * All bookings must be made in writing and specify:
Cancellation policy All cancellations will be reconfirmed in writing, non-receipt of a cancellation confirmation means that the reservation has not been cancelled. * 31 + days prior to arrival: 10% of the deposit amount * 30 – 22 days prior to arrival: 25% of invoiced amount * 21 – 16 days prior to arrival: 50% of invoiced amount * 15 - 8 days prior to arrival: 75% of invoiced amount * 7 days and less prior to arrival: 100%of invoiced amount Note: If a 25% deposit was paid and the booking is cancelled 31+ days prior of arrival a 10% bank / administration fee is deducted from the refund. 01.11.2008 to 31.10.2010 * Children of all ages are welcome, however remain the full responsibility of their parents * Children aged 3 and below are free of charge providing they share with their parent(s) * Children between the ages of 4 & 12 receive discounted rates, providing they share with their parents * Children under the age of 12 requiring their own bungalow will be charged full adult rates. Note: Date of birth of the child(ren) to be supplied at the time of making the reservation to qualify for the child policy. Read the guidelines on child safety 01.11.2008 to 31.10.2010 * 1 tour guide / pilot per group discounted guide rates International Tour leaders pay full guest rates unless in possession of a Namibian work permit. A copy of the work permit is required to qualify for tour guide discounts. Kashana gives cultural adventurers a chance to meet local artists and to explore their ideas, as well as an opportunity to wander through Omaruru, one of Namibia's most historic towns. Kashana gives cultural adventurers a chance to meet local artists and to explore their ideas, as well as an opportunity to wander through Omaruru, one of Namibia's most historic towns. Omaruru is becoming known as Namibia's artistic capital, a place where artists settle to explore perceptions. Once Namibia's largest European settlement, the town offers a rich view of the development of Namibian history. Omaruru is also known for the quality of its wines and chocolates. Kashana gives cultural adventurers a chance to meet local artists and to explore their ideas, as well as an opportunity to wander through Omaruru, one of Namibia's most historic towns. Omaruru is becoming known as Namibia's artistic capital, a place where artists settle to explore perceptions. Once Namibia's largest European settlement, the town offers a rich view of the development of Namibian history. Omaruru is also known for the quality of its wines and chocolates. A stay at Kashana immerses travellers in the art of Omaruru. The comfy bungalows are decorated with local wooden craft. The Nawa Nawa Art Center, constructed of recycled materials, and its three shops, is located on the premises. Here, travellers can relax in tranquility, enjoying a cup of tea, a coffee or a lazy glass of wine. And, as Kashana is located on the banks of the Omaruru River, travellers are never far from nature. |
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