Spitzkoppe Camp
Community Campsites - Namibia
The Spitzkoppe Camp is one of Namibia's better run community camps, for years there was no camp site in the area and visitors had to bushcamp, now the local community has set up a campsite and built bungalows, that offer reasonable facilities. Some years ago the Spitzkoppe was the scene of one of Namibia's most tragic tourism events, when a tourist was killed in an armed robbery, since then the local community has rallied around and vowed that nothing like that would ever again happen in the area. With this in mind community security guards patrol the area.
Why visit Spitzkoppe Restcamp?
Get really close to this amazing and rugged desert mountain, its rock art, flora and fauna
What can you experience?
- Enjoy guided walks to the many rock art sites
- Go trekking on and around the mountain
- Go rock climbing (bring own equipment)
- Experience a donkey cart ride
What facilities are available?
- A variety of very secluded campsites around the mountain, some with toilets and braai facilities (enquire at reception)
- Toilets and showers near reception
- Thatched bungalows with 2/3 beds, basic furniture and external shower & toilet
- Bar with cold drinks
- Services of local guides
- Please bring own water if possible
Nearby attractions include:
- Brandberg Mountain (1-2 hrs)
- Swakopmund (1-2 hrs)
- Philips Cave / Erongo Mountains (1 hr)
Where is it?
Between Usakos and Swakopmund, approximately 250 km from Windhoek. Located at: 21° 50' 09" S, 15° 12' 07" E
How do I get there?
Spitzkoppe is located 29 km off the main B2 highway between Windhoek and Swakopmund. For access to Spitzkoppe from the B2, take the turn off to Henties Bay D1918 (gravel) for 18 km, then turn right onto the D3716 (gravel) to Spitzkoppe. Access is by 2 x 4 vehicle.
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