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      Wilderness Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp

      Skeleton Coast National Park, Namibia

      • From: $1,717
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      Overview

      Wilderness Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is a beautiful camp in a very remote location of northern Damaraland, about 1km outside the boundary of the Skeleton Coast National Park. Built in a private concession, or reserve, close to the ephemeral Hoanib River, it is surrounded by gravel plains, mountains, and large yellow sand dunes.

      There are eight modern, stylish suites at Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, seven of them standard twin or double rooms, and one a family unit. All the suites have a distinctive and innovative design that makes use of natural light through floor-to-ceiling glass windows in the main bedroom space. Airflow is maximised by panels both large and small within the canvas walls, which can be opened to allow a breeze to flow through the whole room. Facing the full-length windows, with stunning views, the beds have white bedside tables and reading lamps integrated into the headboard, all surrounded by a mosquito net that makes it feel spacious and roomy. Two open-sided closet areas combine to give plenty of hanging space, and housing for a digital safe, insect repellent and bug sprays, small hanging canvas shelves, extra blankets etc. There are plenty of plug points around the room incorporating most pin styles. Outside is a veranda with shaded lounge area incorporating comfortable seating, ‘tree stump’ coffee tables, plus a small table with chairs. There is also a fridge where you can help yourself to a cold drink while you take in the views. The family unit has two bedrooms, separated by a shared lounge area, and can accommodate a maximum of four guests.

      The main areas at Hoanib Camp include a dining room, inside and outside lounge areas, a bar and a long, narrow plunge pool. With the same double canvas structure as the suites and a comfortable yet stylish interior and furnishings, it exudes an air of luxury.

      Activities from Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp include morning and afternoon 4WD drives – either scenic or for wildlife viewing; nature walks where you can learn close up about the smaller animals and insects as plants, and full-day trips to Klein Oase, and Auses and Mudorib springs (which attract desert-adapted elephant and plenty of birds). The camp’s proximity to the Skeleton Coast National Park affords guests great access to this remote and inhospitable part of Namibia. Very few people get to visit this unique park, an area of vast dunes fields, gravel plains with delicate lichen fields, windswept beaches, Cape fur seals and remnants of shipwrecks, and Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is the very best base from which to explore. Included in a stay of three nights or more is an excursion to the coast, which is a real highlight.

      About the Skeleton Coast National Park

      The so-called Skeleton Coast is a 40 km wide and 500 km long coastal stretch in Namibia, a hostile but fascinating area. Here the cold and unpredictable Benguela Current of the Atlantic Ocean clashes with the dune and desert landscape of north-western Namibia.

      The name Skeleton Coast derived most probably from the huge numbers of stranded whales that lost their life here and whose skeletons could be seen all over the place.

      Numerous ships have stranded at the Skeleton Coast thanks to the thick fog, the rough sea, unpredictable currents, and stormy winds. The sailors who were able to make it to the land did not stand a chance of survival at this inhospitable coast and died of thirst.

      Despite the hostile character of the Skeleton Coast, there are quite several wild animals to observe, for example, desert-adapted elephants, rhinos, desert lions, brown hyenas, jackals, giraffes, seals, oryx, kudus and zebras. Also, some plants are incredibly adapted to the rainless area of the Skeleton Coast and depend solely on the daily fog from the Atlantic Ocean: There are welwitschias,!Nara melons, several lithops succulent plants (often called “living stones”), lichen and pencil bush (ink bush).

      Specials Available
      • Stay longer, pay less: Book 6 nights or more and receive a discount on your accommodation, 5% discount applies to accommodation only in low season (Not available 1 June - 31 October 2025 and 20 December 2025 - 5 January 2026).
      • Honeymoon special: Book a safari honeymoon and one spouse receives a 50% discount off their accommodation. (Valid for new bookings only 2025 - 2026; proof of marriage will be required at time of travel and must travel within 6 months of your wedding)
      Why We Love It
      • Wilderness - Classic Camp
      • Located in the hauntingly beautiful remote northern region of Namibia
      • The life-giving Hoanib River runs past the camp and draws wildlife to its banks
      • Game drives venture down the narrow ribbon of vegetation along the dry riverbed in search of desert-adapted elephants, gemsbok, giraffe, and lion
      • The Camp borders the Skeleton Coast National Park and has private access through the Eastern gate
      Reserve
      • Name
        Skeleton Coast National Park, Namibia
      • Size
        1.7 million hectares
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      • Camp Unfenced
      • Child Friendly
      • Eco-Friendly
      • Fans
      • Malaria area
      • No Cell Phone Signal
      • No Off Road
      • Off Road
      • Pool
      • Tented
      • Wi-Fi
      Children

      6+ welcome

      Good to know
      • Hoanib Camp is accessible only by light aircraft transfer from Doro Nawas. Travellers on a self-drive trip through Namibia will need to park their vehicle at Doro Nawas and then fly in to Hoanib
      • Hoanib Camp does not have air conditioning
      Details
      • 7 Standard Tents

        1 Family Tent

      • Setting: Lies on gravel-strewn plains and dry riverbeds
      Activities
      • Game Drives
      • Guided Walks
      • Coast Excursion - full day coast excursion included for three night stays or more, but can be arranged at an additional cost if pre-booked.
      Children

      6+ welcome

      Children Game Drive Policy
      • Families with children under 12 will be required to book and pay for a private game vehicle unless the camp is booked for sole-use, or they fill a vehicle (6 guests)
      Guests per Safari Vehicle

      6 Guests

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      Specials Available
      • Stay longer, pay less: Book 6 nights or more and receive a discount on your accommodation, 5% discount applies to accommodation only in low season (Not available 1 June - 31 October 2025 and 20 December 2025 - 5 January 2026).
      • Honeymoon special: Book a safari honeymoon and one spouse receives a 50% discount off their accommodation. (Valid for new bookings only 2025 - 2026; proof of marriage will be required at time of travel and must travel within 6 months of your wedding)
      Rates

      Please note:

      • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
      • Please chat to one of our experts about the single accommodation & child rates
      • Our rates reflected are only an indication / guideline of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
      Rates Include
      • Accommodation in Luxury Tents
      • All meals
      • Twice daily scheduled camp activities
      • Park fees
      • Laundry
      • Selected local beverages
      Drive Time

      20-minute road transfer from the Airstrip to the camp

      *Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp is accessible only by light aircraft transfer from Doro Nawas. Travellers on a self-drive trip through Namibia will need to park their vehicle at Doro Nawas and then fly into Hoanib Skeleton Coast Airstrip.

      Reserve
      • Name
        Skeleton Coast National Park, Namibia
      • Size
        1.7 million hectares
      Location
      • Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, Namibia

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      Terms and Conditions
      • All rates quoted are per person per night sharing, unless otherwise stated
      • Please chat to one of our Game Lodge experts for the single accommodation & child rates
      • Our 'From' rate reflected is only an indication of the property's pricing. Once we have your exact dates, we will send through a detailed quotation
      • All accommodation will be subject to availability
      • All rates quoted are based on a minimum stay of two nights
      • Any applicable Conservation Levies & Park Fees will be quoted as an additional amount
      • When we specify ‘Off Road’, this applies to Big 5 sightings only
      • Bush Walks will often need to be pre-booked
      • Childminding is generally at an additional cost
      • For our comprehensive T's & C's, please see the link in our main 'navigation bar'
      Children

      6+ welcome

      Important Notes
      • Hoanib Camp is accessible only by light aircraft transfer from Doro Nawas. Travellers on a self-drive trip through Namibia will need to park their vehicle at Doro Nawas and then fly in to Hoanib
      • There is a computer station in the main area including complimentary internet access

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