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.

An unforgettable full-day guided adventure through Namibia’s wild Damaraland, where nature’s resilience meets ancient heritage. Led by an expert local guide, this immersive experience offers the rare chance to track desert-adapted elephants, known for their gentle presence and extraordinary endurance. Along the way, time permitting, you may also encounter: Twyfelfontein’s ancient rock engravings, the Petrified Forest, Burnt Mountain, Organ Pipes and/or a Damara Cultural Village. Included: coffee/tea and snacks, a light lunch, beverages for the day, all entrance fees. Please note that this activity is not suitable for children under 12 years of age.

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