Luxury Lodges · Grootberg, Namibia
Etendeka Mountain Camp
Overview
In the foothills of the Grootberg massif, set amidst magnificent scenery and the ancient Etendeka lavas of northern Damaraland, the ten en-suite Meru tents have been refitted with luxury mattresses and 100% cotton linen.
Necessary comforts have not been overlooked with the bathrooms also benefiting from a makeover, while the traditional, open-air bucket shower still holds pride of place.
The unique new dining area stays true to Etendeka’s long standing and award winning commitment to eco-friendly values. Simple, fresh, wholesome meals are prepared, either in solar ovens or on open fires, and enjoyed under African skies. Extensive use is made of solar power throughout the camp. Etendeka is one of only two establishments that have been awarded the highest rank in the Namibian Eco-awards.
At Etendeka, wildlife has acclimatised to a precarious existence amongst the towering basalt mountains and dry mopane-shaded river courses of the Kunene Region. A strong focus is on walking activities.
Suites & Rates
Choose how you stay
Double tent
En-suite Meru tents fitted with 1 x double size bed, with an open-air bucket shower.
Twin tent
En-suite Meru tents fitted with 2 x 3/4 size beds, with open-air bucket shower.
Details
Good to know
Accommodation & amenities
Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Bucket Shower, Detached Private Bathroom, Drinking Water Filtration System, External Shower, Hand Towels, LED Camp Lights, Outside Shower, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Queen Bed, Shower, Twin Bed, Wardrobe
Languages spoken
Afrikaans, English, German
Ideal for
Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
On-site activities
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Services
Credit Card Facilities
Nearby activities
Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Walks (Guided)
Property facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Credit Card Facilities, Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Internet Access (Complimentary), Licensed, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Parking, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Smoking Section, Vegetarian
Location
Where you'll be
Video
See the stay
Etendeka Mountain Camp
In the foothills of the Grootberg massif, set amidst magnificent scenery and the ancient Etendeka lavas of southern Kaokoveld / northern Damaraland, lies Etendeka Mountain Camp and Etendeka Hiking Trails.
Etendeka
EtendekaDramatically set in the foothills of the Grootberg massif, Etendeka Mountain Camp appeals to the traveller who is prepared to step outside of their comfort zone and experience this remote wilderness with its harsh beauty in an authentic way. Here one is reminded that we are all guests of Mother Nature.
Etendekas' Eco-tents
Etendekas' Eco-tentsPathways lead to ten private shaded en-suite Meru tents with their stunning eco-friendly open-air “bucket” showers. It is simple comfort in a rugged and harsh landscape
Grootberg and Etendeka
Grootberg and EtendekaThe Etendeka basalt lava flows and flat top mountains are nothing short of spectacular and although seemingly inhospitable are full of hidden life.
Activities
What you can do
Afternoon Scenic- & Game Drive
The scenic drive in the afternoon allows guests to travel to other parts of the concession and to have a better opportunity to see the wide variety of animals that have adapted to this harsh environment. All activities are accompanied by a guide; vehicles are restricted to the regular tracks and walks follow routine paths.
Guided Morning Nature Walk
The morning activity is a guided three to three and a half hour nature walk. The distance is between 4 and 6 km with lots of discussion and interpretation. Conservancies are an important subject with the value of the conservancy to the local communities being explained.
Scenic- & Gameviewing Transfer to the Camp
Arriving guests are met at the pickup point situated at Palmwag Lodge, where secure parking isprovided, and transferred by game viewing vehicle the 18km to the camp. This limits the number ofvehicles using the concession tracks. The transfer usually takes an hour and a half and provides anintroduction to the area and the guide will explain briefly the geology, fauna and flora and somegeneral details about the concession.Transfer Pick-up time: 16h00 (Summer & Winter)
Self-guided Sundowner Walk
A short self-guided ‘sundowner walk’ is an option in the afternoon after arrival at the camp where guests get the opportunity to walk up a hill behind the camp to get a better idea of the spectacular setting and location of the camp.
Stargazing
After dinner your hosts, Dennis and Bonnie, will point out some of the more interesting constellations, stars and planets with the aid of a ‘star pointer’ and a telescope. With minimal light and air pollution in this area, star gazing is a treat to the eye.
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