Namibia Self Drive Value Safari

Nestled in the Naukluft mountains with an unspoiled and uninterrupted panoramic view of the Namib Desert, a mere 19 Km from the Sesriem turn-off, the gateway to Sossusvlei. Desert Hills Lodge consists of 20 twin en-suite luxury thatched and air-conditioned chalets. All the chalets are built in such a way as to ensure total privacy and tranquility for each and everyone of our guests. Desert Hills Lodge has a restaurant, fully licensed bar, wine cellar, and a deck pool with an outside barbeque area and a fire pit.

Desert Hills is the perfect place to use as a base for exploring the area or spending time in its serenity and think the thoughts you’ve forgotten to think. Sossusvlei and Sesriem is a stone throw away and top of your day with delectable cheese and wine in the cellar, a heavenly sundowner, glorious dining, and the kind of sleep Morpheus would be proud of.

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Luxury Room

All the chalets are built in such a way as to ensure total privacy and tranquility for each and every of our guests.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Pool, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Walks (Self Guided)

Activities Nearby

Bird Watching, Cycling, General Sightseeing, Hot Air Ballooning, Quad Biking, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)

Amongst the town’s captivating contrasts and old traditions, Gondwana’s Delight Swakopmund is a fresh breeze in the desert. A refreshing, relaxing, modern, light and airy establishment to uplift and inspire. Effortless and comfortable, with the distinctively warm and welcoming Gondwana service and charm, your stay is always a memorable experience.

Location: Corner of Theo-Ben Guriab Avenue and Nathaniel Maxuilili Street in Swakopmund.

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The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Amongst the town’s captivating contrasts and old traditions, Gondwana’s Delight is a fresh breeze in the desert.

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia The modern, spacious rooms reflect the colours of the ocean and the lighthouse. They each have twin beds and are equipped with en suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, tea/coffee facilities, fridge, hairdryer and a safe.

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Here is the cherry on top of any visit to Swakopmund. Grab your friends and head on over to The Delight for a drink.

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Lobby near the bar

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Staff in Action at The Delight Swakopmund

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Enjoy a drink in the lobby

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia The conference facilities include a projector and a screen

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Lobby

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Reception Desk and Lobby

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Activity desk

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia All rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, tea/coffee facilities, fridge, hairdryer and a safe.

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia The familly rooms are loft rooms, with twin beds downstairs and ...

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia ... twin beds upstairs

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Twin Room

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia room amenities

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia the bathroom at The Delight Swakopmund all have towls and toiletries

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia The inner courtyard of The Delight Swakopmund

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia The courtyard by night

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia Outside view nightfall

The Delight Swakopmund Credit: Gondwana Collection Namibia See you soon at The Delight Swakopmund

The Delight Swakopmund The Delight Swakopmund

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Conference Facilities

Family rooms Twin Rooms Twin Lower level Twin Street side Twin suitable for guest with restricted mobility

The familly rooms are loft rooms, with twin beds downstairs, twin beds upstairs and a shared bathroom. All rooms are fitted with an air-conditioner, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, hairdryer and a safe.

These rooms have twin beds. All rooms are equipped with an air-conditioner, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, hairdryer and a safe. Rooms are en-suite.

These rooms are situated on lower level of the hotel, facing the inside courtyard. They each have twin beds. All rooms are equipped with an air-conditioner, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, hairdryer and a safe. Rooms are en-suite.

These rooms are situated on second level of the hotel, facing the street side of the hotel. They each have twin beds. All rooms are equipped with an air-conditioner, tea and coffee facilities, fridge, hairdryer and a safe. Rooms are en-suite.

This rooms are situated on lower level of the hotel. The room has twin beds. All rooms are equipped with an air-conditioner, tea and coffee facilities, hairdryer and a safe. The ensuite bathroom has both a shower and a bath.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access (Paid), Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Available), Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television

Available Services

Credit Card Facilities

Activities Nearby

Adrenaline Activities, Art Galleries, Beach, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cycling, Fine Dining, Fishing, Golf, Health and Fitness Centre, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Hot Air Ballooning, Jet Skis, Kayaking / Paddling, Kite Surfing, Marine Adventures, Massages, Mini Golf, Mountain Biking, Museums, Natural History Tours, Paragliding, Quad Biking, Rock Climbing, Safaris, Sailing, Scenic Flights, Sea Kayaking, Sky Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours, Windsurfing

The Delight Swakopmund Activities

Activities to be advised at the Hotel. We gladly assist you with bookings for activities or dinner.

Camp Kipwe is an intimate and remote bush lodge located in Namibia's arid yet starkly beautiful Twyfelfontein region, home to many ancient Bushman etchings.

The 9 specially-designed bungalows are unique, air conditioned and round in shape, complete with a an open-air bathroom and spectacular views from your verandah over the surrounding area.
The Kipwe Suite is a thatched suite with a lounge equipped with air-conditioning, a satellite television, a double room with en-suite bathroom, laundry service and a mini-bar.
The two Luxury Suites are elevated atop the kopje and benefit from sweeping views across either east or west across the landscape. Complete with lounge, bedroom, and ensuite bathroom before spilling out on a large deck with heated splash pool, sala and sunbeds.

Camp Kipwe offers guided nature walks around the Twyfelfontein Conservancy, as well as trips to see the Bushman etchings, the mysterious Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain. For a very special experience, an Elephant Nature Drive is a must-do; explore the terrain in search of these elusive desert-dwelling elephants who have adapted to the dry and sandy conditions of northern Namibia.

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Chiwani Safari Camps' Camp Kipwe Aerial Shot Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Aerial shot of Camp Kipwe

Chiwani Safari Camps' Camp Kipwe Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe Bungalow and Luxury Suite

Camp Kipwe Lounge Deck Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe Lounge Deck with Damaraland View

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Camp Kipwe's Dining Area at Night Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Dining Area at Night

Camp Kipwe's Swimming Pool Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Swimming Pool

Camp Kipwe Sundowner Views Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe Sundowner Views

Camp Kipwe's Nature Drive in Green Season Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Nature Drive in Green Season with Desert Elephant

Camp Kipwe's Nature Drive in Green Season with Desert Elephants Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Nature Drive in Green Season with Desert Elephants

Children at Camp Kipwe Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Children at Camp Kipwe

Camp Kipwe's Bungalow Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Bungalow

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Camp Kipwe's Nature Drive - Desert Elephants Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Nature Drive - Desert Elephants

Boma Dining at Camp Kipwe Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Boma Dining at Camp Kipwe

Friendly faces at Camp Kipwe Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Friendly faces at Camp Kipwe

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Camp Kipwe's Luxury Suite Heated Plunge Pool with View Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Luxury Suite Heated Plunge Pool with View

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Camp Kipwe's Luxury Suite Lounge and Views Credit: Chiwani Safari Camps Camp Kipwe's Luxury Suite Lounge and Views

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Bungalows Kipwe Suite Luxury Suites

The twin-bedded bungalows are in the shape of rondavels and have boulder, cement and rock walls ensuring that on entry, feel like a cool secluded cave with outside decks to admire the view. The en-suite, private bathrooms are built amongst the rocks, allowing guests to take advantage of the outdoor weather. Hot water is supplied by wood-burning ‘donkey’ boilers and solar geysers.

The Kipwe Suite is an air-conditioned, luxury elevated thatched suite that has a private lounge equipped with a satellite television and minibar with drinks included. The large double room with king-size bed opens up onto an en-suite open air bathroom with a beautiful bath area.

The Luxury Suites sit atop of the rocky outcrop and feature a large lounge with separate air-conditioned bedroom, and en-suite bathroom before spilling out on to a large deck with spectacular, uninterrupted views across the Damaraland landscape. Equipped with Wi-Fi, a stocked minibar, heated splash pool and private salas to soak up the vistas.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Mini Bar, Shower, Verandah

Available Services

Credit Card Facilities, Room Service

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Safaris

Activities Nearby

Cultural Tours, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Hiking, Walks (Self Guided)

Guided Nature Drive Twyfelfontein, Burnt Mountain and Organ Pipes Excursion Special Sundowners

Explore this ancient and arid landscape with your guide on the Nature Drive. Departing early in the morning, the guide will show you that this harsh, dry environment is alive with desert-adapted flora and fauna, and perhaps, if lucky, discover the desert-adapted elephant.

Usually departs at 06h30 and will go out for +/- 4 – 6 hours.
Drinks & snacks are included.

Departing mid-afternoon your guide will take you to explore this diverse landscape of ancient Damaraland, filled with geological wonders and other surprises.

Learn about the fascinating geological formations of Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes, and discover Namibia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Twyfelfontein - known for being one of the largest and oldest collections of San rock art engravings in the world!

Usually departs at 15h00 and will last for +/-2 hours. along with seeing Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes.

Relax and watch a magical and memorable sunset.

Walk up to the sundowner location and make yourself comfortable. Order your drink of choice, or choose from one of our famous cocktails or mocktails and delight in sumptuous snacks.

Located in the south of Etosha National Park, Okaukuejo Rest Camp was formerly a military outpost founded in 1901. The property features a nearby waterhole, which is a hub of animal activity starting in the early hours of the morning. After sunset floodlights illuminate the waterhole, which is the best time and place to see the endangered black rhino.

Okaukuejo Rest Camp offers a wide range of accommodation, as well as some necessities, such as a petrol station and a shop. The restaurant and bar offer refreshments and delicious meals, while the swimming pool offers relief on hot days.

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Credit: EtoshaNationalPark

MUSHARA BUSH CAMP

Mushara Bush Camp is situated a mere 10 kilometers from the Von Lindequist gate of the world famous Etosha National Park. The Mushara Bush Camp offers a down-to-earth tented bush camp experience which is well suited as a basis base for independent travelers and families exploring the magical Etosha Pan National Park.

The main Bush Camp House is thatched and has a true bush camp feel to it. The early evenings see a campfire lit where guest can exchange stories of the day’s wildlife sightings. Dinner, lunch and breakfast are served on the thatched verandah with the bush being a mere step away. The Mushara Bush Camp is your optimal family destination on the doorstep to the magical Etosha National Park.

The 16 custom made en-suite tents are built from a combination of canvas, wood and local limestone. With their own 8 square metre private verandah and roof to floor windows, theses rooms are spacious and airy. Each large bathroom has an oversized window and shower looking into the surrounding bush. The brushed cement floors and lime stone walls keep the rooms cool from the afternoon sun. Four of these tents are ideally suited for families with small children as they have a
sleeper couch for two children.

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Mushara Bush Camp - Tented Bungalow Mushara Bush Camp - Tented Bungalow

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Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda

Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda

Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda

Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda Mushara Bush Camp - Restaurant, Lapa, Veranda

Mushara Bush Camp - Pool Mushara Bush Camp - Pool

Mushara Bush Camp - Tented Bungalow Interior Credit: Stefan Redecker Mushara Bush Camp - Tented Bungalow Interior

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Etosha National Park Game Drive with Mushara Etosha National Park Game Drive with Mushara

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Family Tent Tented Double Bungalow

Each of the 4 custom made en-suite family tents is built from canvas, wood and local limestone. With an 8 m2 private veranda and windows from floor to ceiling, these tents are spacious and airy. The large bathroom has a big window and the shower offers views into the surrounding bush.

Each family tent accommodates a maximum of 2 adults plus 3 children 12 years and younger.

A coffee station, safe deposit box, mosquito net, socket for charging storage batteries, hair drier and floor fan are standard. Wifi is available at rooms/tents and common areas

Each of the 12 custom made en-suite tents is built from canvas, wood and local limestone. With an 8 m2 private veranda and windows from floor to ceiling, these tents are spacious and airy. The large bathroom has a big window and the shower offers views into the surrounding bush. Each double tent accommodates a maximum of 2 guests.

A coffee station, safe deposit box, mosquito net, socket for charging storage batteries, hair drier and floor fan are standard. Wifi is available at rooms/tents and common areas.

Property Facilities

Bar, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant

Room Facilities

En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Available Services

Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities

Activities on Site

Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Safaris

Activities Nearby

Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Safaris

Etosha National Park Game Drive

Located just 9 km from the Mushara Collection, Etosha National Park is a magnificent game reserve in the northern part of Namibia, covering a vast area of 22,270 km². If you're a wildlife enthusiast, this park is a must-visit destination as it is home to dozens of mammal and reptile species, several amphibian species, and over 300 bird species.

It's the perfect place to witness Namibia's greatest daily wildlife dramas unfold. Joining a game drive with Mushara's experienced and enthusiastic guides, you can learn about the Etosha pan, the flora and fauna, and the diverse animal species that roam the park. The game viewing vehicles are designed to withstand any weather condition, providing a spacious and comfortable ride with 360-degree unobstructed views from elevated seats. Thanks to the guides' up-to-date information on game movements, they have a high success rate for spotting game, ensuring your visit is a truly memorable experience.

Mushara Bush Camp Restaurant

The main Bush Camp House is thatched and has a true bush camp feel to it. The early evenings see a campfire lit where guest can exchange stories of the day’s wildlife sightings. Dinner, lunch and breakfast are served on the thatched veranda with the bush being a mere step away.