Dolomite Camp is located in western Etosha National Park, near the Dolomietpunt waterhole. It is the first camp to be built on this side of Etosha, opening up a section of the park previously not accessible to mainstream tourists. Wildlife here includes Hartmann's zebra which does not occur in the eastern section of the park. The surrounding vegetation of mainly karstveldt and mopane shrubland is different to the rest of the park.

The camp is set amongst dolomite formations, ensuring game drives are conducted in one of the park's most scenic locations. The dolomite hill, the setting of the camp, boasts hundreds of seasonally blooming plant species, a lure for botanists and photographers alike.

Self-drive visitors to Etosha must note that entry through the western entrance to Etosha at Galton's Gate (45km) is only permitted with previously booked accommodation for Dolomite Camp. The other restcamps located inside Etosha National Park are Okaukuejo Camp (180km from Dolomite Camp), Halali Camp (250km), Namutoni Camp (320km) and Onkoshi Camp (350km), these can not be reached using the Galton's gate although this gate may open for the general public in 2014.

The western section now open to the public measures approximately one-third of the total area of Etosha Park itself. Although the main wildlife spectacles occur in and around the waterholes and vegetation of the Etosha Pan, game viewing is also very good in this area. There are no fewer than 15 waterholes in the vicinity of Dolomite Camp (although unlike other sections of the park here the access roads to many of these waterholes are not clearly marked). The hilly and rocky terrain here also becomes a wildlife retreat for the entire park during the wet season.

Dolomite Camp is much smaller that the three more established camps in Etosha (Okaukuejo, Halali & Namutoni) and the emphasis here is on a more exclusive experience with a focus on personal service and smaller numbers. The staff are friendly and well trained and although the overall experience may not be as smooth as that offered by the privately owned lodges which surround Etosha, we believe Dolomite Camp offers excellent value for money.

On arriving at Dolomite Camp guests are required to park their vehicles in the parking area at the foot of the hill. From this area you, and your luggage, are then transported (by golf cart) up the hill to reception. From here you will be shown around the camp and to your room. As Dolomite Camp is an unfenced camp, guests are not allowed to walk around after dark, and a member of staff will escort you to and from your room (all rooms are equipped with a phone - which can be used to request an escort).

The camp's interior blends and harmonizes with the immediate environment. Facilities include a reception, guest lounge, fireside boma, laundry service, 2 x restaurant areas, swimming pool and secure parking. A fairly long and steep path from the bar and restaurant area leads to the accommodation, this distance and uneven surface can lead to issues for some older or less fit visitors (although golf carts are available to ferry people around the camp). There are 20 elevated thatched en-suite chalets, nestled amongst dolomite rocky outcrops. Privacy and dramatic panoramic landscape views are guaranteed.

• 12 x West-facing: Single and double chalets equipped with 2 beds, tea/coffee station, spectacular sunset view.
• 6 x East-facing: 2 x beds, tea/coffee station, spectacular sunrise view.
• 2 x East-facing Deluxe chalets: 1 x single and 1 x double chalet with a double bed in each, tea/coffee station, own private plunge pools, spectacular sunrise view.

Large herds of zebra, giraffe and antelope wander the plains around Dolomite Camp. Black and white rhino are present in numbers, often at Klip-pan waterhole. Previously endangered species such as the black rhino and black-faced impala have been successfully bred here. Wildlife excursions are conducted by professional and knowledgeable tour guides. Apart from the normal Etosha game viewing a special attraction of the Otjiovasondo area is the opportunity to see both the Plains Zebra and the Mountain Zebra drinking or grazing side by side and spotting the rare Sable Antelope.

Guided Game Drives

Game viewing is offered in the parks own game drive vehicles

 

Bird Watching

Hundreds of species have been recorded in the area. Photographers should relish the chance of adding to this list.

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