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Mowani Mountain Camp

Accommodation in Damaraland - Namibia

Mowani Mountain Camp is distinguished by its thatched dome-shaped structures, a mirror-image of the granite boulders amongst which they are built. Mowani is taken from the word M'Wane, meaning 'Place of God', indicating a high level of peace and tranquility.

This lodge is one of the finest in the Damaraland region of Namibia, and it lies in a vast and unspoilt wilderness, between the Ugab and Huab Rivers. Outstanding desert scenery, fascinating geological formations and archaeological sites, and an inimitable variety of desert flora and fauna, make this a compelling destination for many a visitor.

The main complex consists of a reception, bar, dining room and a lounge that overlooks the waterhole. Mowani pride themselves on the services and attention their staff will give to it's guests.

The luxury tented accommodation is built inconspicuously, nestled amongst the natural surroundings, to ensure minimum impact on the natural environment. It consists of 12 luxury tents, all with en-suite facilities, decorated beautifully in an East African style. Individual wooden decks, ensure an open and superb view of the Damara landscape.

The ultimate in luxury and privacy at Mowani is The Suite. Built upon a rocky outcrop, the views from every room are spectacular! This luxury thatched suite comes complete with butler service, and is elegantly furnished and styled with a distinct African flavour. The lounge has even been equipped with a music centre and satellite television system, and the romance and solitude leads right into the confines of a private dining room and bar.

It's also the southernmost roaming ground for the rare black rhino and desert elephant. This is where you will find the Twyfelfontein Conservancy and the Mowani Mountain Camp.

Activities from the lodge include excursions to the rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, an archaeological site that offers more than 2,500 engravings, as well as various paintings. Historians and visitors alike, consider it be one of the finest examples of rock engravings in Southern Africa. A morning's nature drive with the possibility of seeing the elusive desert-adapted elephant and rare black rhino is another favourite here.

The more adventurous might prefer one of the walking trails, between the boulders and mopane trees in the valley below the lodge. It takes hikers to a small waterhole, and a viewpoint. Not to be missed, however, is the spectacular sunsets from the camp sundowner point. Situated close by are other main attractions of the area, including the Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes, all within easy driving distance.

Mowani Mountain Lodge. Exclusive, luxurious and irresistible.

  • Mowani: The Main Building At Mowani
  • Mowani: Elephant
  • Mowani: View Of The Suite
  • Mowani: Game Drive
  • Mowani: Nature Walk
  • Mowani: Pool
  • Mowani: Suite Bedroom
  • Mowani: Tent 9 Bathroom
  • Mowani: Tent Interior
  • Mowani: View From One Of The Tent
  • Mowani: View From Tent Bedroom
  • Mowani: Fire Place
  • Mowani: View Of Tent At Dusk
  • Mowani: View Point
  • Mowani: Fire Place01
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Elephant / Nature Drive
a 4-6 hour morning drive to explore the surrounding country and possibly find some of the elusive desert adapted elephants
Twyfelfontein, Burnt Mountain and Organ Pipes Excursion
this 2 hour trip sets out every afternoon and visits the main highlights of this part of Damaraland
Hiking
This region is ideal for walking and guests are encouraged to explore the area surrounding camp

Directions:

Mowani Mountain Camp is situated east of Twyfelfontein on the D2612 road

Map of Mowani Mountain Camp

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