Damaraland

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Where to stay

Lodges in Damaraland.

Three price bands, the most-requested in each. 2 lodges across this destination.

The basics

Why, when, and where.

WHY

Damaraland is an experience, and a demonstration of nature's endurance and beauty. An insight into ancient African cultures. It is the utopia of locations, with the advantage as a great base to explore nearby attractions such as the Skeleton Coast, Etosha National Park, and Swakopmund.

The region boasts wildlife that has evolved incredible methods to survive the extreme climate of Namibia. Here you will spot desert-adapted wildlife such as elephants, black rhinos, giraffes, oryx, and more as they navigate the rugged terrains.

Highlights:

  • The Vingerklip
  • Brandberg Mountain Range
  • Twyfelfontein
  • Damara Living Museum
  • Spitzkoppe

WHEN

Damaraland has a desert climate which makes it a great year-round destination. The best time to spot the desert-adapted wildlife is during the long dry winter season, May - October. With rain virtually absent, the wildlife will congregate around the limited water sources. Clear skies during this season makes for excellent stargazing.
From November to April, it is the wet summer season. There will be greener and more vibrant landscapes, this provides a better time for birdwatching.

WHERE

Set in some of Namibia’s most iconic landscapes, the lodges in Damaraland are as famous for their views and comfort. Most accommodation are eco-sensitive tented camps, usually in private reserves.

Must See: Twyfelfontein rock art, Burnt Mountain and The Organ Pipes

Imagery

Damaraland, in pictures.

Recent travellers

Word from people who have just been to Damaraland.

Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Damaraland, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.

"Sara was recommended from friends that she helped plan a safari for in 2024. She extremely helpful and set up alternate itineraries for us with detailed day by day and cost estimates. She patiently talked us several pro/…"
US · with Sara Van Coillie
"Candis and Dolan were exceptional from the moment we made contact. They’ve answered all of our questions, provided great suggestions, were responsive and efficient in all bookings for this trip (safari, day trips, transf…"
CA · with Candis Sequera
"Keith has been amazing with helping us book our trip! We booked it very last minute as we haven’t had time and as this is our honeymoon we wanted it to be very special. Keith has checked in continuously to make sure we’r…"
GB · with Keith Kudzai Chideme
"Zene was exceptional - very patient with us as we went through many questions and alternatives as first time travelers to Africa."
IT · with Zene Devine

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