Situated next to a palm-lined spring in the Uniab River at the gateway to the Palmwag Concession, Palmwag Lodge offers guests comfortable accommodation with some exciting game viewing opportunities.
Amid swaying makalani palms and robust mopane trees nourished by underground water, the lodge overlooks the sweeping northern Damaraland landscape peppered with green euphorbias.
Feel the freedom of the north-western corner of Namibia, one of Africa’s last wildernesses, a refuge for black rhino and lion, and home to the famous desert elephant that follow the ephemeral rivers spanning the land like arteries of life. The hustle and bustle of daily living dissipates here as you entertain a slower rhythm of life. In the Kaokoveld extremes, where wildlife wanders freely, the infinite dome of blue sky holds sway during the day, and at night, the brilliance of the night sky takes the stage.
The lodge consists of 29 rooms – which are stone and thatched bungalows, including 2 family bungalows. The bungalows are all located close to the main area and all have an en-suite bathroom with shower. Each bungalow sleeps 2, except for the family bungalows, which each sleep 4-6.
The main area consists of an open-plan thatched building which includes a lounge as well as a restaurant and bar. The restaurant offers individual wooden tables as well as breakfast buffet bar, while the lounge area has a series of comfortable chairs and a large comfortable soda. There is also a wood burning heater situated between the dining room and lounge for the cooler evenings. Outside guests will find 2 large verandas overlooking the riverbed and mountains beyond – offering the perfect place to sit and watch the birds and elephants coming for a drink at the river. Guests are also welcome to make use of the 2 swimming pools to cool off during the warm summer afternoons.
Activities at the lodge include morning and evening nature drives, as well as full-day game viewing excursions (advance booking required for all full-day excursions) into the Palmwag Concession. Those with a bit more energy are welcome to go on a 3 hour guided walk, or a half or full-day rhino tracking excursion. There are also a variety of cultural excursions, and the more adventurous can spend a night out under the stars in the concession.
Palmwag Lodge is an ideal accommodation option for couples and families looking for accommodation with a variety of activities on offer. Please speak to us about how to include a stay here into your Southern Africa safari holiday!
