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Damaraland is the remote area of northwestern Namibia that adjoins the Skeleton Coast, whose naturally fluctuating supplies of food and water govern the cyclical movements of rare and endangered wildlife such as the desert elephant.

Other species such as black rhino, gemsbok (oryx), kudu, springbok have also come to terms with this unforgiving environment, and even lion and cheetah have adapted to some degree and are occasionally seen in the area

Keen birders will not be disappointed, as there is a chance of seeing the endemic Monteiros’ hornbill, Ruppell’s parrot, white-tailed shrike, rockrunner and Herero chat, as well as the wide variety of raptors that make the area their home. The crystal-clear night skies make star gazing in Damaraland a fabulous experience, and the Brandberg Mountain provides a spectacular backdrop.

A visit to this area of Namibia will undoubtedly evoke feelings of privilege, peace and humility, in the face of such a timeless, ancient land.  

Our elephant trails trip allows you to see the desert-adapted elephant in Damaraland, as well other African elephant habitats in Botswana.

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Key info

  • Ideal for viewing: black rhino, desert elephant, springbok, white-tailed shrike, augur buzzard
  • Where: Erongo Region, Namibia

Wildlife trips

This wildlife location is featured in the following itineraries:

Namibia Self-drive Safari

Take this classic self-drive around Namibia's ‘northern circuit’, and enjoy fantastic wildlife-viewing and photographic opportunities. Spend a couple of days at a cheetah and leopard conservation project, before continuing to the renowned Etosha National Park and the stunning desert landscapes of the Damaraland. Find out more about Namibia Self-drive Safari

  • Price (inc. flights): 14 days from £4,295
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Classic Africa Explorer

This 37-day comprehensive itinerary, which visits no less than seven countries, delivers the ultimate African safari experience and a wealth of contrasts. Travel to some of Africa’s best National Parks and stay in a range of classic lodges, hotels and tented camps on this wildlife trip of a lifetime. Find out more about Classic Africa Explorer

  • Price (inc. flights): 37 days from £16,495
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Distinctive Namibia

This flying safari encompasses the finest attributes of Namibia: the dramatic dunes of Sossusvlei, the fascinating rockscape of Damaraland with its diverse compliment of desert adapted wildlife, and the enormous hidden Hartmann Valley in the far north. Experience beauty and solitude at every turn. Find out more about Distinctive Namibia

  • Price (inc. flights): 9 days from £5,795
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Faces of Namibia

Experience all the key areas of this superb country: the soaring dunes of Sossusvlei, the dramatic deserts of Damaraland, and the prolific wildlife of Etosha. Staying largely in private reserves, activities include rhino tracking, boat trips and walking - the complete Namibia adventure! Find out more about Faces of Namibia

  • Price (inc. flights): 11 days from £5,495
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Land of Contrasts Self-drive

This is Namibia at its very best: a wilderness destination of outstanding beauty at every turn, taking you north to the salt pans of Etosha National Park, the remote Kunene and its desert elephant, before heading down the Skeleton Coast to the awesome Namib Desert. Choose between self drive or guided. Find out more about Land of Contrasts Self-drive

  • Price (inc. flights): 18 days from £6,995
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Namibia Wildlife & Wilderness

Experience the breath-taking landscapes and remarkable desert-adapted wildlife of Namibia on this extensive and specially designed self-drive itinerary. Self-driving is the best way to explore this spectacular destination at your own pace and enjoy everything the country has to offer. Find out more about Namibia Wildlife & Wilderness

  • Price (inc. flights): 17 days from £5,995
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Namibia: A Wilderness Adventure

Enjoy the ‘essentials’ of Namibia on this small group trip which explores the country’s premier locations. Head out on safari, stay at a cheetah and leopard conservation project, witness dramatic scenery, wilderness environments and discover cultural sites in this spectacular country. Find out more about Namibia: A Wilderness Adventure

  • Price (inc. flights): 14 days from £6,895
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Namibia’s Desert & Coast

This guided trip explores the wilderness environments of the arid Namib Desert and the scenically dramatic Skeleton Coast. These remarkable landscapes and the highly-adapted wildlife that inhabits these desolate areas distinguish Namibia from any of its neighbours in Southern Africa. Find out more about Namibia’s Desert & Coast

  • Price (inc. flights): 12 days from £7,895
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On the Trail of Elephants

This 18-day group tour focuses on the elephant hotspots of Namibia and Botswana, followed by a night at the world-famous Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Explore a variety of landscapes from desert to coast and grassland to wetland, to marvel at southern Africa's beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. Find out more about On the Trail of Elephants

  • Price (inc. flights): 18 days from £4,545
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Wings over Namibia

This suggested itinerary provides a complete experience of the north and south, enjoying superb wildlife viewing and exceptional photographic opportunities. Staying in some of Namibia’s finest lodges with outstanding hospitality, and flying between camps, this trip is simply the ultimate safari. Find out more about Wings over Namibia

  • Price (inc. flights): 11 days from £6,495
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Wonders of Namibia: A Photographic Safari

Namibia is a country of diverse landscapes and this small group photographic safari traverses the savannahs and private reserves, travelling through the iconic salt pans of Etosha into the dry, sandy deserts, viewing and photographing the incredible resident wildlife throughout including elephant, lion, rhino and leopard. Find out more about Wonders of Namibia: A Photographic Safari

  • Price (inc. flights): 18 days from £10,995
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Suggested accommodation options are shown below. Please contact us for further recommendations.

Damaraland Camp

This luxury camp, lauded as one of the best in the country, stands on the north bank of the dry valley of the Huab River, which is arguably Namibia’s most pristine wilderness area. Activities focus on exploring the surrounding valley on guided drives and walks, when desert elephant are commonly sighted. Find Out More about Damaraland Camp

Desert Rhino Camp

Operated in conjunction with Save the Rhino Trust, this camp is set in the Palmwag Concession amongst rolling hills with scattered euphorbia and ancient welwitschia plants. It has eight large Meru-style en suite tents, and the dining area offers uninterrupted views of the desert and mountains. Find Out More about Desert Rhino Camp

Doro Nawas Camp

This delightful camp, located within Doro Nawas Conservancy in central Damaraland, lies close to Twyfelfontein, where ancient San bushmen rock art engravings are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accommodation consists of 16 rooms with a mix of stone and canvas walls, shaded by a thatch roof. Find Out More about Doro Nawas Camp

Khowarib Lodge

Nestling on the banks of the Hoanib River, in the magnificent Khowarib Gorge, this lodge offers a perfect base from which to explore the remote northwest of the country. It has 14 luxury tents, built on stilts, each with a private shaded verandah. There are also eight camp pitches for self-drive visitors. Find Out More about Khowarib Lodge

Palmwag Lodge

Palmwag Lodge is located under whispering palm trees on the Uniab River in northwest Damaraland in its own private concession area. The lodge has accommodation for 30 guests in thatched bungalows and en suite tents, and offers good hiking trails and daily vehicle safaris to see local wildlife. Find Out More about Palmwag Lodge