Following the signing of the groundbreaking joint-venture agreement with the neighbouring communities, the decision was made to completely rebuild and relaunch Etendeka Mountain Camp in 2012. The unique dining area stays true to Etendeka’s long standing and award-winning commitment to eco- friendly values. In the foothills of the Grootberg massif, set amidst magnificent scenery and the ancient Etendeka lavas of northern Damaraland, the ten en-suite Meru tents have been refitted with luxury mattresses and 100% cotton linen. Necessary comforts have not been overlooked with the bathrooms also benefiting from a makeover, while the traditional, open-air bucket shower still holds pride of place.

Simple, fresh, wholesome meals are prepared, either in solar ovens or on open fires, and enjoyed under African skies. Extensive use is made of solar power throughout the camp. Etendeka is one of only two establishments that have been awarded the highest rank in the Namibian Eco-awards.

At Etendeka, wildlife has acclimatized to a precarious existence amongst the towering basalt mountains and dry mopane-shaded river courses of the Kunene Region. A strong focus is on walking activities.

“The feel at Etendeka is rustic; we wanted to bring back that rugged element of the traditional tented camp.”

Manager and co-owner of Etendeka Mountain Camp, Dennis Liebenberg has been running the property for the past 20 years and knows the area like the back of his hand. He loves to share his knowledge with guests.

Location:

600kms from Windhoek. Remote area in Kaokoveld (Northern Damaraland), bordering the Palmwag Concession.

Accessibility:

Self-drive or small guided groups – to Palmwag Lodge pick-up point only (summer & winter: 16h00). Fly-in option; own airstrip approximately 5kms from camp or Palmwag airstrip 16km.

Number of guest rooms:

10 x comfortable eco-tents, adjoining bathroom with open air bucket shower.

Rates Includes

Full board – dinner, bed, breakfast, lunch, tea/coffee, guided walks and game drives

Child Policy:

No children under 8 years.

Menu Style:

Buffet for all meals, cooking on open-fire, or solar.
Good wholesome food.

Rates

Low Season:

1 Jan – 30 June 2026

• R5520.00. pp.pn – sharing
• R6605.00 pp.pn – single

High Season:

1 July – 31 December 2026

• R6865.00. pp.pn – sharing
• R8365.00 pp.pn – single

Conservation Levy

• R280.00. pp

Admin Fee:

• R55.00 once off per reservation.

Accommodation at Etendeka Mountain Camp

The emphasis here is on Nature, and this eco-friendly camp bears testimony to her many riches.

The camp has been designed to fit into the landscape both aesthetically and environmentally. It is clear that the most important feature at Etendeka is nature itself.

Basalt rocks from the area have been stacked on top of each other in a gabion to create the textured walls of the main building. The lines are clean and welcoming with an open plan flow that looks out onto incredible vistas of the mountains created by ancient lava flows. The camp is rustic, simple and inviting. A bar with an incredible view and a comfortable lounge is flanked by a long table where breakfasts, lunches and wholesome dinners are shared with your host and guide. The pool with its loungers is an unexpected delight.

The tents are spacious with twin beds, two tents have double beds and all are freshly made up with luxury mattresses and 100 percent cotton linen. The comforts do not take away from the traditional tented camp atmosphere. A stunning eco-friendly open-air “bucket” shower with hot and cold water adds to the bush experience. The camp runs off solar energy and the tents and bathroom have solar lighting. The camp maintains a small footprint and works with a dedicated team from the community. Etendeka is committed to sustainable tourism and has been awarded the maximum of five flowers by the Namibian National Eco-Awards Alliance.

It is simple comfort in a rugged and harsh landscape and although the views from your bed are inspiring, it’s when you step outside and settle into your luxury camp chair that you have an overwhelming sensation of being one with nature. Design elements include a repeat of the stacked rocks for privacy but the over-riding feature remains the natural surrounds. The desert adapted trees and bush and the sounds of nature dominate as the light starts dipping over the view.

Twin Tents

Pathways lead you to your shaded en-suite Meru tent. The twin tents comprise 2 X 3/4 beds, and are freshly made up with luxury mattresses and 100 percent cotton linen. The comforts do not take away from the traditional tented camp atmosphere. A stunning eco-friendly open air “bucket” shower with hot and cold water adds to the bush experience. The tents and bathroom have individual solar lighting.

It is simple comfort in a rugged and harsh landscape and although the views from your bed are inspiring, it’s when you step outside and settle into your luxury camp chair that you have an overwhelming sensation of being one with nature. Design elements include stacked Basalt rock gabion-walls for privacy, but the over-riding feature remains the natural surrounds. The desert adapted trees and bush, and the sounds of nature dominate as the light starts dipping over the view.

Double Tents

Pathways lead you to your shaded en-suite Meru tent. The double tents comprise 1 x queen size bed and are freshly made up with luxury mattresses and 100 percent cotton linen. The comforts do not take away from the traditional tented camp atmosphere. A stunning eco-friendly open air “bucket” shower with hot and cold water adds to the bush experience. The tents and bathroom have individual solar lighting.

It is simple comfort in a rugged and harsh landscape and although the views from your bed are inspiring, it’s when you step outside and settle into your luxury camp chair that you have an overwhelming sensation of being one with nature. Design elements include stacked Basalt rock gabion-walls for privacy but the over-riding feature remains the natural surrounds. The desert adapted trees and bush and the sounds of nature dominate as the light starts dipping over the view.