Hoanib Valley Camp

Hoanib Valley Camp is a remote, luxury safari retreat nestled in Namibia’s wild Kaokoland, overlooking the ephemeral Hoanib (Obias) River. With just six solar-powered tents and a family unit, it offers an intimate wilderness experience that feels entirely off the beaten track, set against a stunning backdrop of rocky ridges and sweeping desert plains.

Nestled in an untouched wilderness, Hoanib Valley Camp is an oasis of comfort and calm. In this stunning setting you may see an array of desert adapted wildlife, including elephant and lion.
About
A joint venture between Natural Selection, the local Sesfontein community, and the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, the camp combines elegant design with strong conservation credentials. Built using locally sourced and recycled materials, held together by solar energy, and supported by initiatives like giraffe research and community recycling, Hoanib Valley Camp delivers eco-conscious luxury in one of the world’s last true wilderness areas.
Rooms
The camp features six spacious canvas tents—five twins and one family—each raised on composite timber decks and designed to blend with the ochre-toned surroundings. Inside, comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, and handcrafted furniture by local artisans reflect the environment through earth-coloured décor and natural textures.
Dining
Meals are communal yet refined, served in the open-air mess tent or on the deck beside the pool. The cuisine blends local Namibian game and flavours with international flair, all enjoyed with fine wines and complemented by stunning sunsets and campfire evenings under infinite desert skies.
Activity
Guest days revolve around tracking remarkable desert-adapted wildlife—elephants, giraffes, rhinos, lions and mountain zebra—on game drives and guided walks. Highlights include rhino tracking with Save the Rhino Trust, giraffe research experiences, and cultural visits to Himba and Herero communities. The lodge also offers birdwatching, stargazing, and an infinity pool overlooking the valley.
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