Namibia’s North - Contrasts & untouched wilderness (Self-Drive): Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Swakopmund – Palmwag – Opuwo – Epupa Falls – Etosha – Erongo – Windhoek

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Voigtland Guesthouse | Windhoek

Positioned a 30-minute drive away from Windhoek and located en-route to Hosea Kutako Airport, Voigtland Guesthouse is the ideal place to either start or end your holiday. Set on the slopes of a hill in a sizeable landscape and built around 1900, the rooms are modern and comfortable with all the basic amenities combined with classical charm. It simply is not possible to get bored at Voigtland Guesthouse, with a host of optional activities on offer ranging from Giraffe Feeding, Hiking, Quad Biking, Game Drives, Bird Watching, Mountain Hiking, and even relaxing in the Voigtland spa. The facilities also include a swimming pool, as well as wheelchair accessibility. This Guesthouse has become a firm favourite thanks to the friendly and hospitable staff.

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Weltevrede Guest Farm | Naukluft Mountains

48 km away from the Sossusvlei entrance to the Naukluft National Park, where the Naukluft Mountain and the Namib Desert meet, is where you will find the captivating Weltevrede Guest Farm. This family-run and owned working farm is geared toward conservation and sustainability. The affordable rooms are quaint and provide a rustic yet comfortable feel. In terms of amenities, the property has an outdoor pool and bar. The main activity attractions in the area include day excursions to the world-renowned natural heritage sites in Sossusvlei, Sesriem Canyon, and several marked hiking trails in the surrounding Naukluft Mountains. This lodge is a unique natural realm with friendly hospitality at the end of a venturesome day.

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Swakopmund Sands Hotel | Swakopmund

The hotels' location on the platinum mile is within easy walking distance to town along the beachfront, where you will find most of the tourist attractions and popular restaurants. This little gem provides reliable and comfortable accommodation in different categories, with a view of the ocean and goes the extra mile to bestow a warm reception and hospitableness.  Each room is spacious and furnished with a flat-screen TV, safe, and heating to provide a restful atmosphere. Whether you spend your time on the beach or explore all that Swakopmund has to offer, you know you can arrive back at the hotel where you can, sip a cocktail and simply relax in the lounge or on the veranda; the choice is yours.

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 25

Special Interests: Beach / Coastal

Uis Elephant Guesthouse | Uis

Creatively blended with a modern and rustic farm style, Uis Elephant Guesthouse allows you to experience the grandeur of the famous Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain. Centrally located in Uis, an old mining settlement, this guesthouse offers contemporary air-conditioned rooms. They are known for their elegant cuisine, and the facilities on-site include a restaurant, pool, and laundry service. The optional lodge activities include Sundowner and Elephant Drives and Sleep-Outs, or head toward the Brandberg Mountains for the day to explore the Ugab River,  in search of the desert-adapted elephants. If you are a little more adventurous, try e-Fat Biking, Hiking in the Brandberg region, or an excursion to Königstein, to view the best-known rock painting named the White Lady.

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, German

No. Rooms: 12

Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Wildlife

Etendeka Mountain Camp | Grootberg

Against the extraordinary surroundings of the Etendeka lava flows of Northern Damaraland lies Etendeka Mountain Camp. This remote and eco-friendly camp offers rustic accommodation in canvas roof walk-in tents complete with cosy beds, a private veranda, and an outside bathroom with solar-heated bucket showers. Facilities include a bar, battery charging facilities, internet access, mobile connectivity, a pool, and a restaurant.  Etendeka is all about a hiking trail experience, and booking the hiking trail will have you sleeping under the stars in canvas bedrolls on a raised platform. You are accompanied by a knowledgeable and experienced guide and all meals and snacks are included as well as a day pack with a water bottle, walking stick. This minimalist camp is a must for avid hikers, naturalists, and photographers.

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, German

No. Rooms: 10

Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife

Opuwo Country Lodge | Opuwo

Situated on a hilltop on the outskirts of a small town called Opuwo, this comfortably appointed hotel is the ideal base to explore the heart of the country inhabited by the Himba people. The air-conditioned rooms have a private balcony, and there is also a restaurant, bar, curio shop, spa, swimming pool, and an outdoor deck for you to enjoy the views of the nearby hills and valleys.  The optional activities take you on a journey to discover the natural spectacle of the Epupa Falls, or experience the culture of the Himba with a visit to the traditional homesteads of a Himba village - an extraordinary tribe whose ways and traditions have survived a history of the famine, war, and modernization. It’s an experience like no other! 

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No. Rooms: 40

Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp Gondwana Collection Namibia | Epupa Falls

Set on under palm trees on the riverbank just 200m upstream from the toppling Epupa falls, this comfortable thatched lodge is the perfect place to take in the wonders of the Makalani palm forest and the never-ending Kunene River. The tented chalet-style rooms are cosy and are all equipped with mosquito nets. Facilities include a swimming pool, a bar, and a restaurant, all located at the main lodge, which is solar-powered. During your stay, participate in one of the optional activities, which include interaction with the unique Himba Tribe during a visit to their village, a Sundowner Walk on the hill above the Epupa falls, a River Walk, or River Rafting which comes highly recommended for the more adventurous. This camp energises and inspires with its breathtakingly beautiful backdrop and exhilarating lodge activities. 

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 14

Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing

Hobatere Lodge | Etosha West

Hobatere Lodge is positioned off the beaten track on the Western border of Etosha National Park, 65 km North of the village of Kamanjab and close to Etosha’s Galton Gate. The serene, earthy rooms are designed with a quaint structure and have all the basic amenities for a pleasant stay. The lodge has a bar, a swimming pool to cool off during those hot summer days, and a restaurant where the cuisine consistently receives outstanding reviews.  Unique to the area is the spotting of nocturnal animals such as aardvark, cape fox, bat-eared fox, and many more. With this in mind, the lodge offers morning and evening Game Drives on the reserve, Guided Walks, and a full-day excursion to the Etosha National Park.  The combination of stillness, service excellence, and an eco-friendly nature make this lodge an experience not to be missed.

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 12

Special Interests: Birding, Flora, Nature, Wildlife

Toshari Lodge | Etosha South

Toshari Lodge is located just 25 kilometers from Etosha National Park, one of Namibia's main attractions. Nestled in a dolomite outcrop beneath a forest of mopane and white seringa trees, you will find the ideal atmosphere to relax in peace and discover the Namibian wildlife of Etosha National Park. The lodge offers standard and family rooms as well as luxury units, all equipped with mosquito nets and air conditioning. The restaurant serves healthy Namibian cuisine in the form of a four-course menu that changes daily. Other lodge amenities include a bar, a swimming pool, a souvenir shop, and secure parking. Toshari Lodge is an ideal starting point for exploring Etosha National Park. Guided game drives in open 4x4 vehicles with a knowledgeable ranger can be booked (for a fee). Be sure to book these game drives in advance. Back at the lodge, take in the abundant birdlife as you enjoy a stroll along with the nature walking trail.

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, German

No. Rooms: 38

Special Interests: Birding, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife

Ondudu Safari Lodge | Erongo Mountains

Dedicated to the protection of the area and with breath-taking views of the Erongo Mountain Hills, Erongo Wild forms part of the Erongo Mountain Nature Conservancy situated 14 km West of Omaruru. This rugged and untouched area provides accommodation in luxury tented thatch chalets built on stilts in an iconic setting of granite boulders and has a shaded deck with picturesque views of the surrounding area. This eco-friendly lodge facilitates battery charging ports, a bar, a library, a pool, and a restaurant.  A hiker’s paradise, the activities at this lodge make provision for guided hikes of the Erongo Mountains, drives, and visits to the ancient Bushman Rock Art sites. Bird lovers will not be disappointed with the sightings of the rare species in the area. Explore the unique biodiversity of this pristine and secluded valley. 

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Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English

No. Rooms: 12

Special Interests: Birding, Flora, Hiking, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Star Gazing

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