Hoanib Skeleton Camp: gallery
Hoanib Skeleton Camp: picture gallery
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![Hoanib is the 'successor camp' of Skeleton Coast Camp in Namibia,…](/images/lodge/28043_l.jpg)
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![…and opened in northern Damaraland in mid 2014.](/images/lodge/28045_l.jpg)
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![This dramatic area ...](/images/lodge/28047_l.jpg)
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![... is characterised by sand dunes, ...](/images/lodge/28046_l.jpg)
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![...gravel plains ...](/images/lodge/21297_l.jpg)
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![...and rugged mountains,…](/images/lodge/28044_l.jpg)
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![…traversed by the valley of the ephemeral Hoanib River.](/images/lodge/21298_l.jpg)
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![Because of this remote location…](/images/lodge/21299_l.jpg)
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![…the camp is only accessible by light aircraft,…](/images/lodge/21300_l.jpg)
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![…a transfer which makes for a beautiful scenic flight at the same time.](/images/lodge/21301_l.jpg)
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![After landing at the 'bush' airstrip ...](/images/lodge/28048_l.jpg)
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![...you are transferred the short distance to camp.](/images/lodge/28049_l.jpg)
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![The central area, with it's unique design ...](/images/lodge/28050_l.jpg)
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![... is open plan ...](/images/lodge/28051_l.jpg)
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![... having several seating areas ...](/images/lodge/28052_l.jpg)
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![... with comfy chairs and sofas ...](/images/lodge/28053_l.jpg)
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![...in muted desert tones.](/images/lodge/28054_l.jpg)
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![The dining room is simply yet stylishly furnished ...](/images/lodge/28055_l.jpg)
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![... and the bar area, where evening drinks can be enjoyed, ...](/images/lodge/28059_l.jpg)
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![... also has a permanent tea and coffee station ...](/images/lodge/28057_l.jpg)
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![... and is where afternoon tea is served.](/images/lodge/28058_l.jpg)
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![Local artefacts adorn this space.](/images/lodge/28060_l.jpg)
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![Natural pathways lead to the chalets ...](/images/lodge/28061_l.jpg)
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![.. which are well spaced to afford some privacy.](/images/lodge/28062_l.jpg)
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![Inside, twin or double beds sit centre stage ...](/images/lodge/28063_l.jpg)
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![... with adequate storage either side.](/images/lodge/28066_l.jpg)
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![There's seating to relax in ...](/images/lodge/28068_l.jpg)
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![...and a writing desk ...](/images/lodge/28069_l.jpg)
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![...with beverages available.](/images/lodge/28070_l.jpg)
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![The en-suite bathroom has twin basins ...](/images/lodge/28071_l.jpg)
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![...a large shower, with water saving bucket ...](/images/lodge/28072_l.jpg)
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![and good quality toiletries are provided.](/images/lodge/28073_l.jpg)
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![Outside you'll find a shady verandah ...](/images/lodge/28074_l.jpg)
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![....with space to stretch out ...](/images/lodge/28075_l.jpg)
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![... and enjoy a cool drink from the fridge.](/images/lodge/28076_l.jpg)
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![The views around camp ...](/images/lodge/28077_l.jpg)
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![...are pretty stunning too.](/images/lodge/28078_l.jpg)
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![Evening nature drives head down the Hoanib riverbed ...](/images/lodge/28079_l.jpg)
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![... ending in a scenic spot ...](/images/lodge/28080_l.jpg)
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![... for a sociable sunset tipple.](/images/lodge/28081_l.jpg)
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![The full day trip to the coast reveals many surprises - brown hyena if you are lucky ...](/images/lodge/28082_l.jpg)
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![... oryx (or gemsbok)](/images/lodge/28083_l.jpg)
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![... and desert adapted elephant in the Hoanib floodplains ...](/images/lodge/28084_l.jpg)
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![... riverbed ...](/images/lodge/28085_l.jpg)
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![... and dunes.](/images/lodge/28086_l.jpg)
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![Suitable stops are made to stretch legs and have drinks and snacks before continuing ...](/images/lodge/28087_l.jpg)
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![... into the extensive yellow dunes that are indicative of the Skeleton Coast ...](/images/lodge/28088_l.jpg)
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![... to experience the 'roaring' dunes.](/images/lodge/28089_l.jpg)
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![It's a long way down!](/images/lodge/28090_l.jpg)
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![You'll also get to see oases that attract many species of bird ...](/images/lodge/28091_l.jpg)
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![... before finally reaching the desolate coast.](/images/lodge/28092_l.jpg)
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![Here you'll visit the Cape fur seal colony at Mowe Bay ...](/images/lodge/28093_l.jpg)
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![... which is quite a sight (and smell!) ...](/images/lodge/28094_l.jpg)
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![... and also spend some time in the small, very simple but interesting museum here.](/images/lodge/28095_l.jpg)
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![Lunch is on a deserted, wind-swept beach ...](/images/lodge/28096_l.jpg)
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![... followed by a chance to see the remnants of a shipwreck.](/images/lodge/28097_l.jpg)
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![Finally you take a short but incredibly scenic flight back to camp ...](/images/lodge/28098_l.jpg)
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![... back over the dunes ...](/images/lodge/28099_l.jpg)
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![... the oases ...](/images/lodge/28100_l.jpg)
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![... and Hoanib riverbed.](/images/lodge/28101_l.jpg)
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![Walks in the vicinity of camp are a lovely way to feel close to nature ...](/images/lodge/28102_l.jpg)
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![... and rounding off the day with a sundowner drink around the camp fire is always a must!](/images/lodge/28103_l.jpg)
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![The 'muskateers' have been a big draw in the past ...](/images/lodge/28104_l.jpg)
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![... and though only one remains, there is still a chance of seeing the elusive desert lion here.](/images/lodge/28105_l.jpg)
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![After a memorable stay, fly out of camp ...](/images/lodge/28106_l.jpg)
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![... and look back on your time here with fond memories.](/images/lodge/28107_l.jpg)
Other lodges in Skeleton Coast & Kaokoland
Alternative places to stay in this same area.
![Inspire me](/images/static-content/98cbe0d622a54f21be54e218d0ed0e18-2000.jpg)