Mar
GoodWildlife: Milder weather and clear days suit scenic drives and searches for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Milder weather and clear days suit scenic drives and searches for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Wilderness Doro Nawas
Damaraland, Namibia · Community conservancy
Lodge
Mid-range · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
Photo: Wilderness · Source ↗
All inclusive (AI)
Accommodation, All meals and 5 more
16 rooms
Standard Twin/Double Tent(s), Family Accommodation
Children welcome
Family rooms available
By road
about 285 km from Walvis Bay airport (WVB)
From about A$680
per person / night, sharing (varies by season)
Overview
About Wilderness Doro Nawas
Wilderness Doro Nawas looks out across the rocky plains of Damaraland from beside the dry Aba-Huab River. Wood, canvas and thatch rooms open onto the desert, with outdoor showers and beds that roll onto the deck for nights under the stars. Nature drives and guided walks explore the habitat of desert-adapted elephants, while excursions take in Twyfelfontein rock art and Damara culture. Back at camp, the pool and shared lounge offer space to unwind. A two-bedroom family unit and an all-ages welcome make this a practical choice for multi-generational travel.
“A strong fit for families who want more than game drives: desert wildlife, Damara culture and rock art fill the days, with roll-out beds for sleeping beneath the stars.”
Best for
FamiliesMultigenerational tripsBirders
Known for
What you can expect to see
ElephantZebraBirdlife
Desert-adapted elephants, springbok, oryx and zebra share this arid landscape with birds including Rüppell's korhaan and Benguela long-billed lark.
Your stay
What's included
Board: All inclusive (AI)
Included
- Accommodation
- All meals
- Twice-daily camp activities
- Park fees
- Laundry
- Local drinks
- Wi-Fi
Optional extras (at a cost)
Premium imported drinks and champagne cost extra.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Bar
- Curio shop
In your room
- En-suite bathroom
- Outdoor shower
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Standard Twin/Double Tent(s)15 at the property · En-suite facilities, Raised wooden deck, Sleep-out bed
- Family Accommodation1 at the property · Two bedrooms, each with two three-quarter beds · En-suite facilities, Shared outdoor deck, Shared seating area
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- How you arrive
- By road · about 285 km from Walvis Bay airport (WVB)
- Transfers
- From Outjo, follow the C39 towards and past Khorixas. The camp entrance is 800 metres beyond the D2612 on the C39 between Khorixas and Palmwag.
Good to know
Before you book
- Children
- Children welcome. Family rooms available. Some activities may have age limits, so check with the lodge
Before you travel
Australian Government travel advice
Namibia
Level 1: Exercise normal safety precautions
Last updated
Read the full advice on Smartraveller for Namibia (opens in a new tab)
Source: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Smartraveller (smartraveller.gov.au), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Summarised and shortened by Explore Africa; read the full advice on Smartraveller.
When to go
Best time to visit
- March: Good
- April: Good
- May: Good
- June: Dry season, best game viewing
- July: Dry season, best game viewing
- August: Dry season, best game viewing
- Dry season, best game viewing
- Good
Month-by-month notes
Apr
GoodWildlife: Milder weather and clear days suit scenic drives and searches for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Milder weather and clear days suit scenic drives and searches for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
May
GoodWildlife: Milder weather and clear days suit scenic drives and searches for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Milder weather and clear days suit scenic drives and searches for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Jun
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry winter conditions bring clear skies, cold mornings and excellent opportunities to search for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Dry winter conditions bring clear skies, cold mornings and excellent opportunities to search for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Jul
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry winter conditions bring clear skies, cold mornings and excellent opportunities to search for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Dry winter conditions bring clear skies, cold mornings and excellent opportunities to search for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Aug
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Dry winter conditions bring clear skies, cold mornings and excellent opportunities to search for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
Dry winter conditions bring clear skies, cold mornings and excellent opportunities to search for desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Rates, inclusions, age rules and availability can change, so please ask the property for current details before you book.