About This Property
Etendeka Mountain Camp lies in the foothills of the Grootberg massif in northern Damaraland, among flat-topped mountains, boulders and ancient lava flows. It runs on a 400 km² concession shared with the Omatendeka and Anabeb conservancies, so the local communities benefit directly.
Days are spent walking with expert guides, looking for elephant shrews and black mongoose, or driving to find black rhino, desert-adapted elephant, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, oryx and cheetah. Birders hunt for the rare long-billed lark.
At night, a telescope comes out for Saturn’s rings in some of the darkest skies anywhere.
Why We Love It
We love its honesty. Etendeka is for travellers happy to step out of their comfort zone and experience the wilderness authentically, with bucket showers and banquet-style meals by the fire.
The guiding on foot is exceptional.
Rooms & Details
Meru Tents
Ten spacious Meru tents with double or twin beds and private patios. En-suite bathrooms have water-wise bucket showers, flush toilets and solar-heated water.
Camp & Dining
An open-air dining tent where meals are cooked on solar or open fires.
Amenities & Features
Cancellation Policy
Confirm with the property when you book.
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Location
How to Get There
From Windhoek
Self-drive about 7 hours to the Palmwag-area meeting point, where the camp transfers you in, or arrange a charter flight.
Nearby Attractions
Grootberg, Palmwag, Omatendeka and Anabeb Conservancies
Things to Do
At the property
Guided walks and hikes; Scenic 4×4 drives; Bird watching; Telescope stargazing; Campfire evenings.
In the area
Walks and drives across the Etendeka Concession.
Day trips
Palmwag and the Grootberg Pass.
Good to Know
Check-in / out: Please confirm when you book.
Children: Children under 12 are welcome.
Meals: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Malaria: Low-risk area; check with your travel clinic before you go.
Showers: Water-wise bucket showers with solar-heated water.
Access: Remote; self-drivers meet a camp vehicle for the final transfer.
Who It's For
Hikers, birders, stargazers and adventurous travellers.
Best Time to Visit
April to October for cooler walking weather.
