As the earth glides towards twilight, ascend the hill to the viewing platform. Before you lies a sweeping vista of mopane woodland illuminated by the setting sun, with the fan-shaped lodge nestled at its heart. Raise your sundowner drink to toast life and its opportunities, stories and blessings.

Discover the wild heart of Damaraland on this full-day guided adventure, blending extraordinary wildlife encounters with cultural experiences. Follow desert-adapted elephants in their natural habitat, guided by a knowledgeable local expert, and gain a deeper understanding of the region’s heritage with a visit to a Damara Cultural Village. Included are coffee/tea and snacks, a light lunch, beverages for the day, and all entrance fees. This experience is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Departure : 7:00 (AM)
Duration: ± 8-9 hours

The serene environment surrounding Damara Mopane Lodge is a spectacular birdlife spot, unbeknown to many. Whether you are an avid birder or simply want to explore the spectacularly rich scenes of Damaraland, a guided birding walk will introduce you to a plethora of bird species – of which some are resident, rare or migratory birds. Amongst the various species observed are the Crowned Lapwing, Rüppell’s Parrot as well as the Bare-cheeked Babbler to name a few.

AM Departure: ± 30 minutes after sunrise
PM Departure: ± 1 ½ hours before sunset
Duration: 1 – 1 ½ hours

A highlight at the end of the day is to ascend the hill to a viewing platform for a sweeping vista of the mopane woodland illuminated by the setting sun. Beverages are provided and charged to the room.

Explore the flora and fauna of the Damaraland on your own. You have two different self-guided hiking trails to choose from. They are well marked and take you through the wildly romantic scenery of the Damara Mopane Lodge house mountain. Duration: between 1 and 3 hours