The Camp
Hoanib Valley Camp
Hoanib Valley Camp is a small camp in the Hoanib Valley of the Kaokoveld, a remote corner of Namibia that few travellers ever reach. The valley is one of the best places in the country to see desert-adapted elephant, giraffe, lion, rhino, mountain zebra and oryx.
There are just six tents: five twin tents that can be made up as doubles, and one family tent. Each has its own bathroom, a writing desk, a fan and a private veranda with a seating area, the place for a quiet drink while you look out over the stark landscape. The camp has a pool, and laundry is included.
The camp works in partnership with the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, and on drives you learn about the giraffe research being done in this part of Namibia. There are also guided walks, rhino tracking on foot and time with the Himba and Herero people of the region.
Rooms
The Rooms
Five tents with twin beds that can be made up as a double, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a writing desk and a fan. Each has a private veranda with a seating area.
One tent with a king-size bed and two single beds for children, taking two adults and two children. It has an en-suite bathroom with a shower, a writing desk, a fan and a private veranda. Children of all ages are welcome.
From the camp
Things to do
Game drives
Drives through the rugged valley looking for desert-adapted elephant, giraffe, lion, mountain zebra and oryx, and learning about the giraffe research done in the area.
Desert rhino tracking
Tracking the desert-adapted black rhino on foot with your guide. Open to children aged 12 and over.
Guided nature walks
Walks with a guide to find the smaller plants and animals of the desert.
Meeting local communities
Time with the Himba people of the region, to learn about their culture and way of life.
A private vehicle can be booked. Ask us about prices when you book.
Good to know
Information
When to go
June to October is the dry season and the best time for desert-adapted elephants and rhino around the waterholes. Most rain falls from January to April. Tap or hover over a month for more.
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Safaris with a night at Hoanib Valley Camp
Itineraries we have planned that stop at Hoanib Valley Camp. Each one is a starting point we adapt to your dates, budget and pace.
16-Day Exclusive Northern Namibia Safari
Hosea Kutako Intl · Windhoek · Okonjima Nature Reserve · Ongava & Etosha · Palmwag · Hoanib River Valley · Skeleton Coast · Twyfelfontein · Brandberg · Swakopmund · Solitaire & Sossusvlei · Central Namibia
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Hosea Kutako Intl · Zannier Reserve · Okonjima Reserve · Onguma Reserve · Ongava Reserve · Grootberg · Hoanib Valley · Twyfelfontein · Swakopmund · Solitaire · Sossusvlei · NamibRand Reserve · Gamsberg · Central Namibia
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Damaraland & the Kaokoveld
Explore the Area
Hoanib Valley Camp lies in the remote Hoanib Valley in the Kaokoveld, one of the best areas in Namibia to see desert-adapted elephant, giraffe, lion and rhino. Himba and Herero people live in the region.
Where you'll stay
Find the Camp
Hoanib Valley Camp · in the Hoanib Valley, Kaokoveld, north-west Namibia.
Before you go
Questions answered
How many tents are there?
Six: five twin tents that can be made up as doubles, and one family tent for two adults and two children.
What wildlife can we see?
The area is known for desert-adapted elephant, giraffe, lion and rhino, as well as mountain zebra and oryx. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Can children stay?
Yes. Children of all ages are welcome in the family tent. Rhino tracking on foot is for children aged 12 and over.
What is the giraffe research?
The camp works in partnership with the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, and your guide explains the giraffe research being done in the area on game drives.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
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