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Arnhem Caves and Rest Camp

Accommodation in central Namibia

Arnhem cave is the longest cave in Namibia, with a total length of 4.5km, descending to a depth of 110m. The temperature is fairly stable at a warm 24.5 degrees centigrade. This is not a cave to be visited by those scared of the dark or bats! So far six species of bat have been recorded at Arnhem, including the giant leaf-nosed bat, the largest insect-eating bat in the world with a wingspan of up to 60cm.

The cave was discovered in 1930 by the then owner of the Farm, Daniel Bekker and today it is still in the same natural state as when it was found. The entrance to the cave is divided in two by a thick column of rock leading down into a gigantic cavern, large enough to park 90 school buses.

Six species of bats have been scientifically identified at Arnhem, including the Giant Leaf-nosed bat with a wingspan of more than 60 cm and weighing up to 150g. This is the largest insect eating bat in the world.

Arnhem Cave is situated only 85km from the Hosea Kutako International Airport near Windhoek. A guided tour through the cave at your request, will probably leave you with your most memorable experience of caving. The duration of the tour depends on how deep you would like to explore the cave, no crawling is necessary and tours can last up to three hours - if you desire.

For those less interested in caving and bats, Arnhem offers you many other interesting activities to indulge in while enjoying the beauty of Namibia in a safe and peaceful farm environment. There is a hiking trail and a swimming pool to cool down in on your return, a wealth of bird-watching opportunities and a thatched Lapa in which you can relax and enjoy refreshments.

The Rest Camp consists of four double thatched chalets with en-suite showers and toilets, tastefully furnished for your comfort. In addition there are camping sites with grassed areas, barbecue or 'braai' facilities as they are known in Namibia, power points , clean and modern ablution blocks and a field kitchen. Meals are served in the Lapa on request, or for the more adventurous, guests can prepare their own meals or braai at the facilities that are available.

It is also possible to visit Arnhem cave on a caving day trip from Windhoek.

Rate - valid from 1 November 2007 - 31 October 2008

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Directions

From Windhoek take the B6 east, and then south on the M51 towards Nina. After 66km turn left onto the D1506 and right onto the D1808. The farm Arnhem turn is 4km along this road.