Hoanib Valley Camp

Skeleton Coast, Namibia

Price on request
Camps
6 Tent/s

Hoanib Valley Camp itself is located in the Sesfontein Community Conservancy. The camp sits on the banks of the Obias River, just outside the private 500 sq km Palmwag Concession, and overlooks the ephemeral Hoanib River that teems with resident elephant, giraffe, oryx and springbok.

Although parts of the land have been designated ‘concession areas’ tourism is still limited, making a visit to this unspoiled corner even more memorable.

Hoanib Valley’s six guest tents blend almost perfectly into the rugged environment. The colours, textures and patterns are inspired by the experience of the Hoanib; the rich ochre of the dunes, the geometric patterns of the Himba people and, of course, the giraffe that inspired the project.

Materials have been locally sourced and you’ll find furniture shaped by the local Rundu carpenters and Himba carvers, and baskets weaved by the people of the Omba Project in Windhoek.

The whole camp is a clean and green sort of place, leaving virtually no footprint on this fragile eco-system. It’s entirely solar powered to ensure carbon emissions are kept to a minimum, and the tents sit on decks made of a wood, bamboo and 70% recycled-material composite.

Activities available include desert drives to track the desert adapted elephant and lions, giraffe conservation, guided nature walks, Himba, Damara & Herero cultural visit and star gazing.

At A Glance

Six eco-friendly guest tents
Desert drives to track desert adapted elephant and lions
Giraffe conservation - learn more about the ground-breaking research
Guided nature walks to uncover the smaller flora and fauna of the desert.
Spend time with the local Himba, Damara & Herero people on a cultural visit
Sip a G & T on your private veranda and contemplate the stark beauty of the landscape
Star gazing

Features:

✓ Daily Maid Service
✓ Family Friendly
✓ Laundry Service
✓ Restaurant
✓ Wifi

Region

Lying on the Northern part of the Atlantic coast of Namibia, the area colloquially known as Skeleton Coast was first coined by John Henry Marsh in a book he wrote about a shipwreck in 1942, and is now widely known. Its enticing name has even more foreboding ones, as the Bushmen of the Namibian interior called the region "The Land God Made in Anger", while Portuguese sailors once referred to it as "The Gates of Hell". However ominous, these names are apt, as strong currents, treacherous fog and shifting underwater sandbanks ensured that many early explorers’ ships were wrecked, many being still visible today.

The landscape of the Skeleton Coast, whilst stark, is stunningly beautiful. Rock formations such as the Ugab Formations, clay castles at the Hoarusib Canyon and the Agate Mountain salt pans produce a truly enigmatic environment. The dry river valleys are home to various wildlife such as the desert-adapted elephant, giraffe and brown hyena, whilst the riverbeds further inland are home to baboons, giraffes, lions, black rhinoceros and springbok.

The Cape Cross Seal Reserve and Ugab River Rhino Camp allow visitors to see these animals kept in an area which is focused on conservation. Or, if you’re an avid birdwatcher, visit Sandwich Harbor, which historically served as a commercial fishing and trading port, and is now home to some 200,000 birds.

Despite its somewhat sinister name, Skeleton Coast is an extraordinary place.

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Precipitation (Avg Days)	2	3	4	2	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	14

The Skeleton Coast is perfect for visiting and all year round. Read More

Rates

Pricing available on request.
Please contact your Destination Specialist for more information on +44 (0) 1993 824198.

Included:
All meals and local drinks; activities

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