Damaraland

Damaraland

Renowned as one of Africa's last wildernesses, Damaraland is one of Namibia's most scenic areas. Running inland alongside the Skeleton Coast, the main attractions are the mountains of Spitzkoppe and Brandberg (Namibia's highest mountain and home to the famous "White Lady"), the ancient Bushmen rock art at Twyfelfontein, the petrified forest and various strange and spectacular rock formations including the organ pipes including the Torra Conservancy and Palmwag.

Damaraland Facts

  • Size: approximately 1 600km²
  • When to visit the park: Year-round
  • Rainfall: 30mm to 100mm varying per annum
  • Altitude: 1300m - 1500m, Koningstein Peak (Brandberg) at 2 573m above sea level
  • Location: Western central Namibia
  • Accommodation: Damaraland Lodges

Information On Damaraland

Damaraland presents endless vistas across stark plains, ancient valleys, and soaring peaks. The region is home to thriving populations of desert wildlife, including the famed 'desert elephants and black rhinos.

Twyfelfontein (meaning 'Doubtful Fountain') is home to a small spring that has provided animals with water for thousands of years. The dubious nature of the spring gave the place its name. Activities centre around drives, nature walks, visits to the famous Bushmen engravings at Twyfelfontein and climbing the Brandberg and Spitzkoppe mountains.

Wildlife sighted here displays the amazing adaptation to climate and terrain. With a whole lot of luck and a few prayers here and there, one can view black rhino, desert elephant, gemsbok, lion, springbok, desert-dwelling giraffe, and mountain zebra. One visits this region for the remoteness and scenery; any wildlife sighted after that is an absolute bonus.

The prehistoric Welwitschia, the oldest tree in existence, inhabits these parts.

Where is Damaraland located?

Damaraland is located in Namibia's central west area, between the Brandberg Mountain, the small town of Sesfontein and the Skeleton Coast.

Have a look at the following Google Map for the approximate location of Damaraland; Google Maps - Damaraland

Best Time to Visit Damaraland?

Damaraland is a year-round destination to visit when travelling through Namibia. The region is very hot in summer and cool to mild in winter, but we would suggest that the cooler winter months are the best for travel here, summers are hot, and that heat does take it out of one.

Main Attractions Of Damaraland

  • Twyfelfontein with thousands of Bushman engravings
  • The Brandberg, Namibia's highest mountain, home to the famous "White Lady" Bushman Painting
  • The Petrified Forest, which is millions of years old
  • Spectacular desert scenery
  • Desert rhino's and elephants
  • Complete remoteness of the area is outstanding
  • Torra Conservancy
  • Palmwag
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  • Desert Rhino Camp

    Desert Rhino Camp is situated in the 1-million-acre private Palmwag Reserve in northwest Namibia, between Etosha and the Skeleton Coast.

    There are very few places on the planet that can offer this level of privacy and wilderness experiences; Damaraland is truly special.

  • Onkoshi Camp

    Onkoshi Camp within the Etosha National Park itself is positioned on the edge of the pan, all suites are built on elevated decks, with thatched roofs, canvas walls and wooden framed doors allowing spectacular panoramic views.

    One of the few properties within the Etosha Park that offers a large selection of thatched chalets.

  • Namib Dune Star Camp

    Namib Dune Star Camp an intimate camp set high up on the red dunes of the Namib Desert with desert views out over plains and rugged mountains in the distance, offers the experience of sleeping out under the stars for a night.

    A star dune suite within an international dark sky reserve, what could be better?

  • Kwessi Dunes Camp

    Kwessi Dunes Camp located deep in the heart of Namibia's private NamibRand Nature Reserve, a mere 75-minute drive from the famed Sossusvlei.

    A camp with a swimming pool that is open to guest year-round and is specially designed for those wanting to explore and experience everything that the Namib desert has to offer.

  • Doro Nawas Camp

    Doro Nawas Camp is situated in the beautiful Damaraland on a small, rocky outcrop within the floodplain of a small tributary of the Huab River; guests are housed in 16 natural walled units that blend in with the surrounding scenery.

  • Namutoni Rest Camp

    Namutoni offers Accommodation in either comfortable double rooms or bush chalets and is located on the eastern side of Etosha National Park; it centres on an old German Fort, overlooking the famous King Nehale waterhole.

    A viewing deck overlooking the watering hole is one of the highlights when staying here.