The Hoanib Valley is a well known linear oasis of vegetation running through one of the most spectacularly beautiful deserts in Africa. Large game such as desert adapted elephant, giraffe, zebra, lion and rhino move freely through this vast, mountainous and wild landscape.Hoanib Valley Camp sits on the bank of the Obias River, overlooking the Hoanib River Valley - a valley that fluctuates between seasonal river flows through grassy, springbok-dotted plains or dry sandy riverbeds with resident elephant.
Hoanib Valley Camp is ‘’clean and green’’ , leaving virtually no footprint on this fragile eco-system. The camp has been built in partnership with the Sesfontein community and the most successful long-term giraffe research organisation in the world, the Giraffe Conservation Foundation. Their research not only focuses on the desert-adapted giraffe of the Hoanib, but helps to monitor elephant and general game in the area.
Six tents (1 family and 5 twin) are raised on spacious decks, each with their own private veranda. Tents are en-suite with a separate toilet. Hoanib Valley Camp runs on solar power. There will be low volt charging points in the tents for batteries and cameras but you’ll have to leave hairdryers at home. Good, wholesome meals created by the wonderful chefs are served to guests.
Each of the 5 twin tents can be converted into doubles. There are writing desks, fans as well as ensuite bathrooms with showers. There are also private verandas with a seating area
The family tent consists of 1 x king sized bed and 2 x single beds for 2 children. There are writing desks, fans as well as ensuite bathrooms with showers. There are also private verandas with a seating area
Max: 2 adults and 2 children
Children of all ages welcome
Guide accommodation - suitable for guides/pilots only, no guests are allowed to book into guide accommodation.
Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available)
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee
Credit Card Facilities
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Explore the rugged area on a morning or afternoon game drive learning about its remarkable flora and fauna including the giraffe research that is conducted in this area.
With your guide you can track the elusive desert-adapted black rhino on foot. Available to children aged 12 and over.
Spend time with the local Himbas, understanding their unique cultures. In the case of the Himbas, they represent one of the last true nomadic tribes of Africa
Enjoy a walk with one of our experet guides as you discover the surrounding area on foot.
Desert drives to track desert adapted lion, rhino, elephant and giraffe.
Learn about the giraffe research conducted here. Giraffe research interaction experience (on request).
Himba, Herero and Damara communities in the area.