Luxury Tent Facilities
- Luxury tents with en-suite bathrooms
- Double bed crafted from railway sleepers
- Innovative hanging space for clothes
- Verandah for sunset viewing
- Tents located in the shade of large Mopane trees
Welcome To Mopane Tented Camp
Opuwo is the capital of the Kunene region in north-western Namibia. Population 12 000. The growing town is situated about 720 km north-northwest from Windhoek. The camp is built on the steep banks of one of the tributaries of the Hoarusib River.
Mopane Camp is built on communal property. The unique rustic tented
camp is built on the high, steep banks of a dry river, which is one
of the tributaries of the Hoarusib river. The tents are built in the
shade of large Mopane trees.
Accommodation Prices at Mopane Tented Camp
Discounts may be available for children sharing with adults, please specify the ages and number of children when making your booking or requesting a quote.
Mopane Tented Camp Prices 2024 and 2025
| January 2024 - December 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Rooms | Per Room Per Night |
| Luxury Tent |
Please enquire |
| January 2025 - December 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Rooms | Per Room Per Night |
| Luxury Tent |
Please enquire |
Accommodation at Mopane Tented Camp
The accommodation consists of luxury tents, each with en-suite bathrooms, and a beautiful double bed made from railway sleepers, with innovative space for hanging clothes.
The verandah is an ideal spot from which to sit and watch the sunset.
All the tents are built in the shade of large Mopane trees.
Mopane Tented Camp Amenities and Facilities
Breakfast and dinner are served buffet style, whilst lunch can be ordered from a set menu.
Dinner is often prepared on the campfire and will be of the same standard as at the lodge.
Lunch may be had at the lodge in town, where Mopane's clients are welcome to make use of the coffee shop and the swimming pool.
Please note that there is no electricity available at Mopane Camp.
Dinner is served in the open air boma, where there is also a fully equipped bar and a cosy camp fire. An ideal place from which to observe the shy, but curious, Small Spotted Genet.Facilities at Mopane Tented Camp
- Restaurant
- Laundry facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Secure parking
- En-suite rooms
- Mini bar
- Main lapa area with restaurant and bar
- Tea and coffee available
What To Do at Mopane Tented Camp
Half and full day guided excursions to Himba villages are organised from
the camp.
Here you can see and experience traditional Himba customs.
Alternatively, guests might like to take one of the short, unguided walks that start and finish from Mopane Tented Camp.
The river has interesting rock formations, where there are cool rock pools for swimming during the rainy season.
Mopane Tented Camp Activities and Things to Do
- Guided Excursions
- Unguided Walks
- Cool Rock Pools for Swimming
- Visits to Himba villages
Mopane Tented Camp is situated in Kaokoland 5 km east of Opuwo on the C41. The camp is built on the steep banks of one of the tributaries of the Hoarusib River. Mopane Camp is built on communal property.
A community fee is payable by all guests on a per person per day basis. These fees are then paid to the community leaders who use the money for development in a specific area, mostly relating to water and education. The community is consulted on a regular basis regarding present and future development at Mopane Camp.
Staff at the camp are employed from the surrounding community, and trained in various aspects of the hospitality industry, such as cooking, housekeeping, and guiding. The community in the area consists of both ovaHimba and ovaHerero families.
Attractions at Mopane Tented Camp
The camp is situated in a beautiful, peaceful, and quiet area, perfect for relaxation and nature enthusiasts.
Birdwatching
The camp is home to a large variety of birds, creating a continuous natural orchestra throughout the day. Some of the species guests can observe include:
- Yellow Billed, Red Billed, and Monteiro's Hornbill
- Pale Chanting Goshawk and Black Shouldered Kite
- Scops Owl, Pearl Spotted Owl, Spotted Eagle Owl, White Faced Owl, Grass Owl, and Barn Owl
- Rufous Cheeked Nightjar and Bare Cheeked Babbler
- Crimson Breasted Shrike, European and Blue Cheeked Bee-eater
- Long Tailed Starling, Golden Tailed, and Cardinal Woodpecker
- Various Hoopoes and many other small birds
Wildlife Sightings
Permanent residents of the camp include small spotted genets, which are shy yet curious visitors to the boma and tents. During the daytime, Tree Squirrels are often seen around the boma area.
Note: It is advised that no food should be left out for the genets or squirrels.
Night-time Sounds
As night falls, guests will drift to sleep with the sounds of owls hooting and the distant calls of jackals, adding to the camp's serene ambiance.
Check-In Time: 11:00
Check-Out Time: 09:00
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