Etendeka Mountain Camp
Damaraland
Set against the backdrop of the Grootberg Mountains in Namibia’s remote Damaraland, Etendeka Mountain Camp offers a uniquely immersive safari experience, with 3 remote camps set within the 40,000 hectare Etendeka conservancy. The properties consist of Mountain Camp, River camp and Hill camp.
What We Love
Wildlife
Etendeka sits in one of Namibia’s most striking wilderness areas, home to oryx, mountain zebra, and desert elephants. Through community involvement, endangered species like the black rhino thrive, ensuring long-term wildlife conservation in this challenging environment.
Experience
Guided walking safaris are the camp’s highlight, offering guests the chance to explore rugged terrain on foot. These walks reveal the area’s rich biodiversity and geology, while emphasizing the community’s crucial role in conserving the fragile ecosystem.
Impact
Etendeka Mountain Camp is part of Namibia’s groundbreaking community conservancy model, empowering local communities to manage wildlife and land. The camp operates within Etendeka conservancy, a successful partnership with Omatendeka and Anabeb communities, fostering sustainable conservation efforts.
About Etendeka Mountain Camp
At Etendeka Mountain Camp, guests can choose between staying at the main camp for guided walks or embarking on multi-day trail hikes, which come highly recommended for those seeking a deeper wilderness experience. Trail camps offer the unique option of sleeping under open skies during the dry season, providing an unforgettable stargazing experience in Namibia’s pristine environment. By staying at Etendeka, guests play a direct role in supporting conservation, as the camp’s eco-friendly operations help fund vital wildlife protection and anti-poaching efforts. This model ensures that both nature and local communities benefit from sustainable tourism.
- 10 tents
- Powered by solar energy
- WiFi-free for a full wilderness experience
- Children aged 12 and over welcome
- Trail camps have 4 tents with star beds
- 2 different trail options
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Our Impact
We choose our local partners, safari camps and guides based on their ability to offer incredible experiences and their commitment to people, the planet, and wildlife. We’ve worked with many of them for years.
- Every holiday we create aligns with our purpose to support conservation through the power of travel
- We measure the carbon cost of each trip and invest in projects that remove emissions and celebrate the wild
- 30% of profits are donated to charities, supporting conservation, communities and biodiversity.