NATURAL BEAUTY
In the foothills of the Grootberg Massif, Etendeka Mountain Camp offers simple comfort amidst the rugged beauty of northern Damaraland.
Small and rustic, the focus at Etendeka is entirely on immersing yourself in the natural beauty that surrounds you – a world of rocky plains, flat-topped mountains and ancient basalt lava flows. On morning walks and afternoon game drives, you’ll discover that this seemingly inhospitable environment is actually bursting with life. Expert guides will help you to identify animal spoor, rare plant species and the region’s exciting birdlife.
The camp itself has a traditional feel. Guests are accommodated in just a handful of simple tents with eco-friendly, open-air bucket showers. Dining is a communal affair, with fresh, home-cooked meals prepared on open fires and enjoyed under the stars. For keen stargazers, Etendeka has its own telescope that guests are free to use to admire the constellations.
ETENDEKA MOUNTAIN CAMP, DAMARALAND
Etendeka Mountain Camp, at a glance
- Small eco-camp located within the 400-square-kilometre Etendeka Concession in northern Damaraland
- Owner-run for more than two decades
- Rustic in style, yet with personalised service and a relaxed atmosphere
- Choice of 10 ensuite Meru tents, connected by pathways to the main tent
- Flushing toilets and outdoor bucket showers in keeping with the property’s low-impact philosophy
- Minimalist in style, with neutral colours, cotton linens and solar-powered lighting
- Simple, fresh meals cooked on open fires
- Team of exceptionally knowledgeable guides
For leisure and pleasure
- Stunning surroundings home to desert-adapted elephant, Hartman’s mountain zebra, giraffe, springbok, kudu and oryx
- Guided walking safaris
- Overnight walking trail experience, including a sleep-out under the stars
- Exciting 4×4 game drives with expert guides
- Rewarding birdwatching with many of Namibia’s endemic birds found here
- Outstanding stargazing
- Scenic sundowners on a nearby hill
From the first conversation to the final day of our trip, Catherine and the team were helpful, efficient and easy to reach. Their recommendations not only improved our original plans but also made the whole holiday more cost-effective. Even when we needed assistance while away, their response was immediate. We wouldn’t hesitate to travel with them again.
