Namibia Skeleton Coast

Hoanib Skeleton Coast

The name “Skeleton Coast” conjures up romantic images of desolate beauty, and proudly remote Hoanib in the Kaokoveld does not disappoint.

8

Rooms

18

+/- Occupants

1

Dining Experiences

0

Event Venues

Luxury Tent

The well-insulated pale olive, luxury tented suites peak like whitecaps on an ocean of sand. Totally solar-powered, the tents have free flow stretch canvas roofing, and floating concrete foundation on stilts - with en-suite facilities. Sandy pathways on the ground link all the tents through to the main area.

Sqm 48

Number of Rooms 7

Occupants 2

Shower Only

Family Luxury Tent

There is one family unit consisting of two bedrooms, each with two three quarter beds per bedroom, and own en-suite facilities. Separate entrances lead to each bedroom, while a shared outdoor deck and outdoor seating area connects both units.

Sqm 60

Number of Rooms 1

Occupants 4

Shower Only

Dining

Delicious cuisine awaits!

Explore the dunes

Nature walks from camp take in the magnificent surrounds as well as offer a glimpse at vestiges of the Strandloper (Beachcomber) lifestyle from hundreds of years ago. It is also a good opportunity to study the smaller creatures and the fascinating plant life of the concession.

Hoanib Skeleton Coast - Nature drives

Nature drives showcase the magnitude of the landscape and offer the best possibilities of seeing desert-adapted wildlife. Morning or afternoon drives are available, as well as full-day excursions.

Birding

Birding enthusiasts are sure to enjoy the diverse avifauna of the northern Palmwag Concession, from soaring raptors to charming Namaqua sandgrouse and other regular endemics, including Rüppell's korhaan and Benguela long-billed lark.

Day Trips to Desert Oasis

These oases offer an inviting respite from the dry surrounds of the desert and the chance to see wildlife coming to drink, as well as plenty of birdlife. These full-day trips are undertaken in our semi-closed game drive vehicles, with a stop for a picnic at a scenic spot along the way.

Skeleton Coast Excursion

On a stay of three or more nights, full-day excursions to the Skeleton Coast are offered. The fascinating 4x4 trip to the coast takes you via the wilderness of the Hoanib River and floodplain, the dune fields and Klein Oasis, while the Skeleton Coast itself reveals huge Cape fur seal colonies and shipwreck remains. Weather-dependent, a flight back to camp can offer a magnificent perspective of your journey from the air.

Interaction with Wildlife Researchers

At the Hoanib Research Centre, presentations by, and interactions with, wildlife researchers are possible when they are in camp. These cover all current research being supported at Hoanib, in particular the vital work conducted by Dr Philip Stander and his team studying the unique desert-adapted lion.