Desert Rhino Camp

(Damaraland and Kaokoland - Namibia)

General Description
Desert Rhino Camp lies alongside the Uniab River in Northwest Damaraland, situated in the 1 million-acre private Palmwag Reserve between Etosha and the Skeleton Coast - few places on the planet can offer this level of privacy and wilderness experience.

This desert reserve has a number of fresh water springs that support healthy populations of animals including desert adapted Black Rhino and Elephants as well as large populations of the rare Hartmann's Mountain Zebra, Giraffe, Oryx, Springbok and Kudu. The predator population is the largest outside of the Etosha National Park with over 100 Lions, Cheetah, Leopard, Brown and Spotted Hyaena. Bird life is prolific and diverse with most of Namibia's endemics present.

The main lodge is well-built. The tented dining room offers uninterrupted views of the desert and mountains. Welwitschia plants dot the plain in front of the camp. The primary activity is rhino tracking which is usually by vehicle until a sighting is made by trackers and then on foot. Guests can also enjoy full day outings, with a picnic lunch, on the reserve.

Desert Rhino Camp is a joint venture between Wilderness Safaris and the "Save the Rhino Trust" - a non-profit conservation organisation that has been working in this area for 20 years.

Accommodation
Desert Rhino Camp has eight large East African safari tents, each with an en-suite bathroom comprising hand basin, flush toilet and a classic bucket shower that is filled with hot water whenever needed. There are a number of 2-3 bed thatched bungalows and an 8-bed family unit.

Dining
The dining room offers fantastic views of the surrounds. Alternatively, meals can be enjoyed outside around the fire. Bush lunches are arranged for excursions. The pool bar serves drinks and light snacks throughout the day.

Facilities
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Pool bar

Activities
- Game drives (day and night)
- Hoanib excursion
- Ovahimba cultural trip
- Guided walks
- Bird watching

Child Policy
Children over the age of 8 years are welcome.