Your African holiday
starts here.
The back of beyond. You've travelled far from civilization when you arrive in Kaokoland - home of the Himba and enormous valleys of emptiness.
Mopane Camp is a comfortable and rustic tented camp on the banks of a dry riverbed. Near Opuwo it is a good place to stop and gather your strength before the final push into the wild and rugged Kunene region.
From US$55 to US$70 pps
Ohakane Lodge is a simple, comfortable lodge in the centre of Opuwo on the edge of the vast emptiness of Kaokoland. The lodge has sir conditioned en suite rooms, a bar, a restaurant and a swimming pool that, in this heat, will be music to your eyes.
From US$60 to US$75 pps
Oshakati Country Hotel is the obvious stopover choice when travelling between Koakoland, Etosha and the Caprivi. It has comfortable air conditioned rooms, an à la carte restaurant and a lush garden courtyard with an inviting swimming pool.
From US$65 to US$80 pps
With 32,000 hectares of wilderness to share among a handful of guests the feeling of isolation and exclusivity at Hobatere Lodge is magical.
From US$90 to US$240 pps
The Kunene River Lodge is shaded by a dense thicket of riverine trees and the river is an integral part of life in this remote and rustic camp.
From US$105 to US$125 pps
Opuwo Country Hotel is a tidy and comfortable base camp on the edge of the moonscape that is Kaokoland. Air conditioned rooms, a large pool and a comfortable living area will make returning home after a long day's exploring that much more enjoyable.
From US$115 to US$135 pps
Kavita Lion Lodge combines the best of Namibia in a tranquil and remote part of the country. Excellent game viewing and bird watching are the staples while the fascinating conservation efforts and cultural interaction are the cream on top.
From US$150 to US$175 pps
Epupa Falls Lodge is a few hundred metres upstream of Namibia's most impressive waterfall and in Namibia's most remote location. Kaokoland is home to the Himba people and vast chunks of vivid emptiness.
From US$175 to US$215 pps
Serra Cafema is a spectacular lodge in the most remote part of Namibia. Lining the perennial Kunene River in the north-western region, the camp comprises seven sumptuous tented suites and the isolation and daily activities make a visit almost imperative.
From US$520 to US$710 pps
Okahirongo Elephant Lodge is deep in the north-western Kaokoland. This stylish and comfortable lodge is far from anywhere and the very essence of escape.
From US$630 to US$750 pps
Fort Sesfontein is a charming restored 19th century fort on the frontier between civilisation and the wild west of Namibia. Sixteen comfortable rooms line the courtyard and the old officers' mess is now the restaurant, bar and lounge area.