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Doro Nawas

Doro Nawas Camp is a striking lodge set in a stunning Damaraland location. The elevated site supplies endless and spectacular views of the beautiful Etendeka Mountains and red sandstone cliffs of Twyfelfontein. Self-drive tourists in Namibia can plan their own trips to local tourist attractions or hop on a guided tour. Expect attentive service, excellent food and knowledgeable guides.


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Doro Nawas

Doro Nawas

Why we Love Doro Nawas

Doro Nawas Camp is a striking lodge set in a stunning Damaraland location. The elevated site supplies endless and spectacular views of the beautiful Etendeka Mountains and red sandstone cliffs of Twyfelfontein. Self-drive tourists in Namibia can plan their own trips to local tourist attractions or hop on a guided tour. Expect attentive service, excellent food and knowledgeable guides.

Destination: Wild, rugged and remote.  Doro Nawas is found in the Doro !Nawas Conservancy, which covers 412,000-hectares (1,018,074-acres) in the former district of Damaraland, which is now part of the Kunene Region. Set on the edge of the dry Huab River Valley, about 120 kilometres (75 miles) inland from the wild Atlantic Ocean, the camp has glorious views stretching in every direction. It’s the perfect destination from which to venture out and explore geological phenomena, petroglyphs – prehistoric rock engravings – and San rock art at Twyfelfontein, Namibia’s first World Heritage Site.

Experience: By vehicle or on foot, guests can look out for rare wildlife and learn more about how these desert-adapted creatures survive in the arid land around Doro Nawas. A day trip to visit Twyfelfontein, the Petrified Forest, Burnt Mountain and Organ Pipes is equally rewarding. Back in camp guests can look forward to a refreshing swim in the pool and delicious, locally inspired cuisine enjoyed around the campfire. Later, they can marvel at the stars with their guide, or take a fascinating and informative guided night walk, rounding off the evening with a wonderful sleep-out on the room deck.

Purpose: Namibia’s rugged Damaraland and its desert-adapted wildlife are unique. And so is our joint venture with the Doro !Nawas Conservancy and a Namibian empowerment company. This local partnership serves people and nature by creating economic opportunities for local communities, all of which guests contribute towards just by staying here.

Wildlife: Damaraland offers up scenery as rare and unique as its wildlife. Despite no large concentrations of animals being found here, this seemingly stark environment is home to a surprising range of species. Guests can look out for desert-adapted elephant, oryx (gemsbok), springbok, and a variety of other species including bat-eared fox and black-backed jackal, with the occasional glimpse of black rhino, and cheetah. Birdlife is excellent, with several Namibian endemics, such as Damara red-billed hornbill, Carp's tit and Rüppell’s korhaan.

Doro Nawas:

The design and décor of the 16 natural-walled rooms (including a family unit) easily blend in with the surrounding scenery, and open to glorious views across the vast desert landscape. The airy verandas offer cool shade by day, and by night provide a wonderful space for stargazing and sleep-outs. An inviting private outdoor shower provides respite from the heat.

Doro Nawas Camp is a striking lodge set in a stunning Damaraland location. The elevated site supplies endless and spectacular views of the beautiful Etendeka Mountains and red sandstone cliffs of Twyfelfontein. Self-drive tourists in Namibia can plan their own trips to local tourist attractions or hop on a guided tour. Expect attentive service, excellent food and knowledgeable guides.

Amenities

  • Access by air
  • Access by road
  • Child facilities
  • Child friendly
  • Cultural offering
  • Family room
  • Malaria area
  • Nature Walks
  • Sleep out
  • Swimming pool
  • Tented accommodation
  • Wifi

Activities

Doro Nawas – Nature Drives

While the landscape does not support huge herds, desert-adapted life such as springbok, gemsbok and even elephant can be seen on nature drives which are topped off with a river lunch or scenic walk at "Little Table Mountain”.

Doro Nawas – Guided Nature Walks

Learn more about the survival strategies of the desert-adapted flora and fauna of this challenging environment. Adaptation to the desert environment is the miracle of all that survives here.

Doro Nawas – Guided Night Walks

After dark, another realm of the Namib awakes. Walks reveal some of these captivating critters such scorpions which fluoresce under UV lights.

Doro Nawas – Geological Excursions

Visit the ancient San rock art engravings at Twylfelfontein, a World Heritage Site, as well as the Petrified Forest, Burnt Mountain and Organ Pipes, all unusual and incredible geological phenomena.

Doro Nawas – Cultural Visits

Back of house tours and camp chats about the Doro !Nawas Conservancy, the Damara/Nama language and traditions offer rewarding insights into the community, while the Damara Living Museum displays the traditional culture of the Damara people.

Doro Nawas – Star Bed

Sleep out on your veranda under the starry skies of the Namib. and be lulled to sleep by the evocative nocturnal sounds of Africa.

Doro Nawas – Stargazing

Namibia is known for its clear night skies, and with no light pollution this is the ideal spot from which to learn about the stars and planets that whirl above us.

Doro Nawas – Birding

A number of endemic bird species call Emporium-Safari

Facilities

Property Facilities
  • Bar
  • Internet Access (Complimentary)
  • Library
  • Pool
Room Facilities
  • Electrical Outlets
  • En-Suite
  • Fan
  • Laundry Service (Available)
  • Mosquito Nets
  • Outside Shower
  • Safe
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Verandah
Available Services
  • Credit Card
Activities on Site
  • Bird Watching
  • Game Drives
  • Sleep Outs
  • Walks (Guided)
  • Activities Nearby
  • Cultural Tours

F&Q

1. Where is Doro Nawas located?

  • Doro Nawas is located in the Doro !Nawas Conservancy, situated in the former district of Damaraland, now part of the Kunene Region in Namibia.

2. What kind of accommodation does Doro Nawas offer?

  • Doro Nawas offers 16 natural-walled rooms, including a family unit, designed to blend with the surrounding scenery. Each room opens to magnificent views of the desert landscape and features an airy veranda for stargazing and sleep-outs, as well as a private outdoor shower.

3. What amenities are available at Doro Nawas?

  • Amenities at Doro Nawas include access by air or road, child facilities, cultural offerings, a swimming pool, and tented accommodation. Additionally, the camp offers Wi-Fi access for guests.

4. What activities can guests enjoy at Doro Nawas?

  • Guests at Doro Nawas can partake in various activities such as nature drives to spot desert-adapted wildlife, guided nature walks to learn about the local flora and fauna, guided night walks to observe nocturnal creatures, geological excursions to sites like Twylfelfontein, and cultural visits to learn about the Damara people and traditions.

5. Are there opportunities for stargazing and sleep-outs at Doro Nawas?

  • Yes, guests can experience stargazing and sleep-outs on their verandas under the clear Namibian skies, immersing themselves in the tranquil beauty of the desert night.

6. What wildlife can be observed in the area around Doro Nawas?

  • While Doro Nawas does not support large herds of animals, guests can still observe desert-adapted wildlife such as springbok, gemsbok, elephant, bat-eared fox, black-backed jackal, and occasionally black rhino and cheetah. Birdwatching is also excellent, with several endemic species found in the region.

7. How does Doro Nawas contribute to the local community and conservation efforts?

  • Doro Nawas is part of a joint venture with the Doro !Nawas Conservancy and a Namibian empowerment company, which creates economic opportunities for local communities and supports conservation efforts in the region. Guests contribute to these initiatives simply by staying at the camp.

8. What geological and cultural attractions are nearby Doro Nawas?

  • Nearby attractions include the ancient San rock art engravings at Twylfelfontein, a World Heritage Site, as well as the Petrified Forest, Burnt Mountain, and Organ Pipes, all of which are incredible geological phenomena. Guests can also visit the Damara Living Museum to learn about the traditional culture of the Damara people.

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Rooms

190 rooms and suites

In-room amenities : iPod dock, flatscreen TV, in-room safe, minibar

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C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

P.M

United Kingdom

9.03/10

Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the staff I interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I would unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.

G.P

United Kingdom

9.68/10

Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly outstanding. He managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who is a musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout. Thank you so muclh. A wonderful stay.

C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

P.M

United Kingdom

9.03/10

Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the staff I interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I would unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.

G.P

United Kingdom

9.68/10

Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly outstanding. He managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who is a musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout. Thank you so muclh. A wonderful stay.

C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

P.M

United Kingdom

9.03/10

Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the staff I interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I would unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.

G.P

United Kingdom

9.68/10

Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly outstanding. He managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who is a musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout. Thank you so muclh. A wonderful stay.

C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

P.M

United Kingdom

9.03/10

Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the staff I interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I would unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.

G.P

United Kingdom

9.68/10

Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly outstanding. He managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who is a musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout. Thank youa so muclh. A wonderful stay.

C.M

United States

8.68/10

We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant. The breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.

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