Your right on the Uniab River and your sundowner view is out onto the Palmwag Concession and a skyline of makalani palms. This area is well known for desert-adapted elephants, black rhino and lions. Wide open, endless landscapes and rugged rocky terrains makes spotting them out here a real wonder.
Accommodation comes in the form of thatched bungalows, tented rooms or self-contained camping. The tents and bungalows have en suite bathrooms and a choice of two-bed, three-bed or family units.
The centre-piece is the fabulous pool, bar and restaurant area. It opens daily from mid-morning for the campers who can't be bothered to cook and anyone intent on spending the whole day relaxing by the pool - a perfectly acceptable choice given the beautiful setting.
Bought over by the Gondwana Collection, Palmwag Lodge is under new ownership as of May 2019. They've already done a lot since then and there's still loads to come.
The camp has some well-planned hiking trails and you can go on several different full day and overnight excursions into the Damaraland bush in search of the desert-adapted elephant and rare black rhino. Birdwatching is excellent with a number of Namibia's endemics and near endemics and animals you might see are oryx, springbok, zebra, kudu, ostrich, bat-eared fox, brown and spotted hyena and your night time chorus will include a large number of smaller species.
Morning and afternoon guided game drives; guided full day excursions; overnight excursions to Ovahimba, Epupa Falls and Kunene River; self-guided hikes; morning and afternoon walks.
Gondwana Collection is committed to sustainable tourism and conservation in Namibia, focusing on preserving the country’s unique biodiversity while promoting responsible tourism practices. They engage local communities by providing training and employment opportunities, ensuring that tourism benefits the people. The company adopts eco-friendly practices, such as renewable energy use and water conservation, to minimise environmental impact. Additionally, Gondwana actively supports wildlife protection initiatives and is dedicated to respecting and promoting the cultural heritage of Namibia's indigenous peoples. Through these efforts, Gondwana aims to create a positive impact on both the environment and local communities while enriching guest experiences.
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