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.

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Etendeka Mountain 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.

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  • 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

Why Book with Us

Genuinely Tailor-Made
No two Wild Paths trips are the same. Every itinerary is built from scratch around you — your pace, your interests, your budget. You’ll speak directly to Jonny, not a call centre.
On-the-Ground Expertise
Jonny has spent over 15 years travelling across Africa, including driving the length of the continent from Cape Town to Cairo. That experience — and the relationships built along the way — means every Wild Paths itinerary is rooted in genuine, first-hand knowledge of the places, people and wildlife you’ll encounter.
Travel That Gives Back
Every trip you book with Wild Paths actively contributes to protecting the wildlife and places you’ll visit. We choose partners and camps based on their commitment to conservation and local communities.
Fully Protected
Wild Paths is ATOL and PTS protected, so your money is safe from the moment you book to the moment you return home.
Rated 5 Stars
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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.
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