Situated a mere 29 kilometres south east from Windhoek on a hilltop overlooking a spectacular landscape, GocheGanas is a luxury lodge offering a unique combination of Wildlife, Nature and Wellness experiences.
"GocheGanas " - a descriptive Damara name, meaning: "Place of Camel Thorns, abounding with Candle-Pod Acacias" is more than just a place, it is an experience.
With 25 different wildlife species located on a 6000 hectare Nature Reserve, game drives and walking activities are welcomed as an enriching experience.
Wellness facilities and treatments of a world class standard ensure a renewal of mind, body and spirit.
HISTORY
GocheGanas has an interesting background - to the beginning of this century.
The farm "GocheGanas" is first mentioned in the archives in 1903. In April 1913 the farm was sold for 210 000 Mark, and included the sale of 175 ostriches.
The deed of sale specifies that the new owners, Stoermer and Denk had the obligation to farm the land and not to resell it without approval of the "Kaiserliche Gouvernement". Failure to comply with these conditions, would result in a fine of 10 000 Mark.
That same year, Mr. CG Mertens forwarded a letter to the "Gouvernement" stating his intention buy GocheGanas to breed horses, which he could not do on his farm in the Okahandja district due to the risk of horse sickness. He bought GocheGanas for the amount of 277 000 Mark.
During 1928 to 1936 a cheese factory was established, producing Gouda cheese. Many years later, Mr. I Bonadei bought the farm from Mr Mertens, marketing the milk under the name of Bonmilk. In 1997 the widow of Mr. Bonadei sold half of the farm to the Ohlthaver and List Group.
The other half of the farm was sold to Mr. Udo M Stritter, who together with his son Ingo, converted this land into a game reserve. Luxurious chalets and a Wellness Village with state of the art equipment have been added, and is known today as "GocheGanas".
GocheGanas offers 16 luxurious chalets, under thatched roof, with uninterrupted views over the Nature Reserve.
All rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, minibar and TV.
At GocheGanas there are 15 spacious Elegant suites all boasting with a private timber deck, equipped with air-conditioner, television, minibar and telephone.
All 15 rooms have en-suite bathrooms with a separate toilet and 10 of the suites offer twin beds and outdoor showers, whilst the other 5 rooms offer king –size beds.
This private family suite consists of two separate double bedrooms connected by a spacious terrace. These bedrooms each have their own en-suite bathroom.
The rooms are equipped with air-conditioner, television, minibar and telephone.
GocheGanas has a Restaurant, situated on the hilltop.
It serves a combination of healthy and nutritious dishes.
Wellness is a holistic approach to health that combines all aspects of physical, mental and spiritual well-being to realign mind, body and soul. It is a place where the noise of busy lives is drowned out by the whispers of tranquillity - a place where you can draw upon the strength of a healthy body and the sanctuary of inner calm.
The GocheGanas Wellness Village boasts a top of the range selection of wellness treatments, products and services.
Other facilities include eleven treatment rooms with state of the art equipment such as a crystal bath, hydrotherapy bath, a vichy shower etc, as well as a heated indoor pool, a cave sauna in a cathedral like masonry vault, a well-equipped fitness gym, fruit and juice bar, thus making a visit to GocheGanas Wellness Village a unique experience.
With a balanced workout you not only preserve and build your body, but also your spiritual fitness. The new generation of Kettler-Fitness equipment is presenting a young and attractive design for a modern society.
This sauna is build with Granite Stone from Gocheganas Nature Reserve. These stones are heated by natural fire, then immersed into fountain water, upon which their energy is released.
The heated indoor swimming pool is build under a cathedral-like masonry vault.
Chilled Natural Spring water flows over your body with this special therapy shower to stimulate and activate the nerve endings of the body by increasing blood circulation.
The cold outdoor swimming pool is situated on an Oasis Peninsula with breathtaking views.
The Wellness Village consists of 11 specialist treatment rooms featuring state of the art equipment, a heated indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a Granite Bath (cave sauna), Kneipp showers and also include fitness, gym and yoga facilities, fruit and juice bar.
A large variety of wellness treatments are offered, ranging from outdoor massages to de-stress and detoxification packages as well as personal training and nutritional consultations.
Game abound on the GocheGanas Nature Reserve, with 25 different large game species totalling approximately 1,600 animals roaming across the reserve. Early morning and late afternoon game drives remain a highlight for many of visitors.
CONFERENCE FACILITY
The exclusive conference facility is in close proximity to GocheGanas Lodge. Harmoniously embedded on a mountain’s crest, this fine location offers a magnificent atmosphere with inspirational views.
By virtue of its situation in a unique bush environment, GocheGanas is a conference venue 'par excellence'.
GocheGanas will not only give you access to the finest facilities, thrilling wildlife opportunities and magnificent vistas - to make your visit even more special, these additional incentive and conference lodge touches can be provided: nature walks, game drives, mountain biking, star gazing, wellness treatments, trigger innovation.
GocheGanas is a bird lover's dream, with more than 150 species of birds having been sighted. A fascinating variety of birds are spreaded over the Reserve and can be spotted at the Wellness Village, as well as at the surrounding water places.
Namibia is the ideal location for meetings, team building events and conferences. A great way to ensure the success of a conference is to combine business with pleasure, and a business safari is the perfect way to achieve this.
Highland Savanna is veld type characterizes the central, mountainous areas of the territory. Typical trees are the mountain thorn, candle-pod acacia, black hook thorn, Kudubus, wild pear. Some valuable climax grasses are wool grass, black-footed brachiaria and finger grass.
With 25 different wildlife species on the 6000 hectares at GocheGanas, game drives remain a very popular activity. Game drives are undertaken early morning and late afternoon and includes a stop halfway where are served snacks and drinks to guests.
The Gocheganas Nature Reserve is found in the Auas Mountains, a scenic and wildlife rich area, wich has numerous roads and trails that you can bike on. The objective is to enjoy the biking whilst having the opportunity to view the animals that can be found in this area.
This Program is an initiative by lodge's team to sustain unique fragile Wildlife, in the rich diversity of the ecosystem of Gocheganas Nature Reserve. Anyone with the heart and the resources may invest in any kind of specie or program suitable in the highlands of Namibia.
Admire 25 different large game species roaming the 6000 hectare Nature Reserve, totaling approx. 1,600 animals: Rhino, Bat-eared Fox, Giraffe, Mountain- and Plains Zebra, Cheetah, Jackal and Leopard, Blue- and Black Wildebeest, Eland, Oryx, Red Hartebeest.
GOCHEGANAS
P.O. Box 40770WindhoekNamibia