Camping Adventure Kaokoveld

Upon arrival in Windhoek (before 12pm noon), your guide will meet you at the airport – welcome to Namibia! Together, you embark on your journey of discovery in your safari vehicle and will soon reach your first destination: the Düsternbrook Farm in the Khomas Highland. Make yourself at home in your room, relax a little and enjoy the peaceful nature around you. The old farmhouse offers great views across the savannah and a riverbed frequented by animals. In the late afternoon, you can join a scenic drive across the farm and the 14,000-hectare big private game reserve (optional). With a little luck you will see giraffes, oryx, wildebeest, impalas, waterbuck and more. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner family style. You overnight at Safari Guestfarm Düsternbrook.

After a tasty and generous breakfast, you drive north through wide farmland. Today’s destination is the famous Etosha National Park, home to abundant wildlife and place of unique natural beauty. Once you enter through the Anderson Gate, your game drive begins. You not only look for and observe the wildlife; your guide will also share many interesting details about their behaviour and social structures. When the shadows grow longer, you arrive at Okaukuejo Camp and set up camp for the night on its campsite. After dinner, you should definitely visit the floodlight waterhole. You can spend the rest of the evening watching the comings and goings of wildlife wanting to quench their thirst.

As the sun rises, so do the animals. A day of exciting wildlife sightings awaits you. You embark on an extensive game drive and explore the remote western corner of the park. You are sure to see zebras, oryx, wildebeest, ostriches and many springboks along the way. You will stop at different waterholes and with a little luck see elephants taking a bath and watch other animals drink. Look out for the rare black-faced impala as well as giraffes, rhinos, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. You will stop for a picnic lunch along the way. In the course of the afternoon, you reach Olifantsrus Campsite. Once you have set up camp, you have some time to yourself. Visit the waterhole, a popular spot amongst elephants. At night, assist your guide making dinner. You will be amazed by the fantastic dishes easily prepared in the bush kitchen. At the end of the day, get comfortable in your tent and listen to the nightly bush concert as you fall asleep.

Go on a last game drive this morning. You never know what may be waiting behind the next bend and with a little luck, you might spot animals which you haven’t seen yet. You will then leave Etosha National Park. Your journey takes your further and further north to the border with Angola. Once you have stocked up on provisions at Ruacana, you make a short stop at the Ruacana Falls and finally drive along the Kunene River to your next destination. The river and its green banks seem like an oasis in this dry and arid region. Right at the riverbanks in the shade of tall and old leadwood and jackalberry trees, you set up camp. Relax and enjoy the rest of the afternoon. You spend another night in your tent.

Wake up in the middle of nature! After breakfast with a view of the river, you continue your journey. Driving through spectacular scenery and almost unpopulated landscapes, you drive downstream to Epupa. The contrast between the green riverbanks and the dry mountains seems almost unreal. In the early afternoon, you will reach your home for the next two nights. Just a short walk from the Epupa Falls is your campsite, right at the riverbanks. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Relax underneath the shade-giving makalani palms and enjoy this idyllic and untouched area. You won’t be able to swim as the water is alive with crocodiles. However, depending on the water levels, you can cool down in nearby rock pools. At night, fall asleep to the soft gurgle of the river.

This morning, you will experience cultural encounters with the proud Himba people. In the remote Kaokoveld, the Himba have managed to maintain their ethnic identity and culture until today. Together with a local guide, you visit a village and get an insight into their traditions and daily life. Back at camp, you have time to yourself. You can also join your guide on a walk to the Epupa Falls. The unique beauty of nature will enchant you. In the late afternoon, you drive to a viewpoint. From up here, you have a breathtaking view across the picturesque valley, dotted with makalani palm trees and baobabs. A cold drink in your hand, watch the beautiful sunset – a very special experience.

Start your day with a cup of coffee or tea at the riverbanks and enjoy the peaceful morning. After breakfast, it is time to continue your journey. You drive south via Opuwo through dry and sandy terrain. Halfway between Opuwo and Sesfontein, a rough and bumpy road leads you to a mountain saddle. Up here, secluded, remote and amidst stunning scenery, you will find the unique Camp Aussicht. On the campsite with spectacular 360-degree views, you set up camp for the night. In the afternoon, you can accompany the camp owner, Marius Steiner, on a tour to his mine where he has been digging for gemstones for many years (optional). You will learn many interesting facts about the blue and green mineral dioptase. Slowly, another exciting day in Namibia comes to an end.

You’re not in a hurry this morning as today’s driving distance is short. Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and the stunning views at camp. Once you’re packed, you make your way south via the steep Joubert Pass. Around lunch time, you will reach your campsite at the Ongongo Waterfall. Enjoy the afternoon relaxing at this beautiful place. Take a dip in the crystal-clear water of the natural pool below the waterfall. End the day with another dinner under the Namibian sky and look forward to your night in the tent.

Your morning starts early as you head to Sesfontein and continue west. Just a few kilometres from Sesfontein, you drive to the remote Hoanib River valey. The underground water levels of the Hoanib are just enough to keep the surrounding nature alive. Green bushes and large trees cross the sandy river valley, home to springboks, oryx, giraffes, and desert elephants. While you slowly drive through the riverbed, look out for wildlife and enjoy the impressive scenery. With a little luck, you can see desert elephants – an experience you will surely never forget. Finally, you enter the 5,000 km² Palmwag Concession via the northern gate. You will arrive at your campsite, in the middle of nature and complete solitude – what an amazing spot for spending a night in a tent! Chat about the day’s events around the crackling campfire and listen to the sounds of the nights, while the stars twinkle high in the sky.

After an exciting night in Namibia’s wilderness, wake up to the first rays of sunshine in the morning. Look forward to a day in untouched nature. You can expect stunning scenery stretching towards the horizon. Seemingly endless, solitary, and unique. Wide plains and red hills alternate with dry river valleys, rocky ravines and life bringing springs. Here, you can see rare plants like the Welwitschia Mirabilis as well as springboks, oryx, kudus, giraffes, ostriches, jackals, and hyenas. If you’re really lucky, you may see lions, desert elephants and even the rare black rhino. Enjoy stunning panoramic views from different viewpoints. In the course of the afternoon, you reach Palmwag Campsite. Dust off from the day’s adventures, enjoy a nice shower or jump into the swimming pool at the close-by lodge. You spend another night in your tent.

Continue your journey across the diverse Damaraland. You visit the Petrified Forest close to Khorixas. You will see petrified trees, more than 200 million years old. You can make out the annual rings almost as clear as on living trees. Take a closer look at the many Welwitschia plants as well. You then continue further to the Brandberg, protruding from the ground like a giant island, glowing in a vibrant red. You set up camp in the dry riverbed of the Ugab at the slopes of the Brandberg and under shade-giving trees.

Provided the hiking trail is open, you embark on an easy hike to the ‘White Lady’ this morning. Head out early while the temperatures are still cool. Over rough and smooth you make your way deep into the gorge until you reach the famous rock painting. You will be accompanied by a local guide sharing interesting facts about the San people and their rock paintings as well as the local fauna and flora of the Brandberg. Afterwards, you continue your journey to the Erongo Mountains and Omandumba Farm. In-between massive granite rocks find a nice spot for your tents. After a short mid-day break you visit the Living Museum of the San in the afternoon. You will get an insight into the everyday life and traditions of the local families and can deepen your knowledge about their way of life and culture. Back at camp, you make dinner under the open sky one last time. Your last night of camping begins.

After breakfast, you pack up camp and head on. You pass by the impressive Erongo Mountains, remnants of an ancient volcano, and finally reach Spitzkoppe. Get out of the car and explore the area on foot. Climb up large granite rocks until you reach the ‘Bridge’, a natural rock arch very popular for taking photos. You will have fantastic views of Spitzkoppe, its distinctive form resembling Matterhorn in the Alps. After a relaxed picnic in dramatic scenery, you continue to the Immanuel Wilderness Lodge. At the end of your exciting trip, you will be spoilt with a delicious dinner (on own account) and a night in a comfortable guestroom.

Your adventure trip comes to an end. After a hearty breakfast, you embark on your last leg of the journey. On your way to Windhoek, make a short stop at the souvenir market in Okahandja. Here, you can find handmade souvenirs, wood carvings as well as baskets and jewellery. Upon arrival in Windhoek, we take you to the airport or your city hotel, where you say your goodbyes to your guide.