Palmwag Lodge is one of Namibia’s most popular tourist destinations, loved for its spectacular scenery, the host of incredible wildlife in close proximity, and the exciting possibility of encountering the endangered black rhino.
Namibia
Overview
Uniab River
North-west Damaraland, Namibia
Palmwag Lodge is nestled amongst the tall, swaying palms of a desert oasis on the banks of the dry Uniab River in Damaraland in the Kunene Region of north-western Namibia. Palmwag Lodge is one of Namibia’s oldest and most popular tourist destinations, recognized internationally for its spectacular scenery, the host of incredible desert-adapted wildlife in close proximity, and the exciting possibility of encountering the endangered black rhino.
Accommodation at Palmwag Lodge consists of tasteful thatched bungalows (2 bed & 4 bed) and luxury canvas tents (2 bed & one double-bed honeymoon suite), all with en-suite facilities and furnished with insect repellant.
Palmwag Lodge boasts an ‘a la carte’, licensed restaurant under thatch as well as a quaint bar and lapa at the swimming pool.
Activites at Palmwag Lodge revolve around daily game drives in open 4x4s into the vast Palmwag Concession and its surprising array of arid-adapted wildlife. A trip to the nearby Ovahimba village is an option where guests can experience first hand the daily life of these desert nomads - who still live by their ancient cultural traditions and rituals. A series of guided nature walks for the intrepid is also on offer.
Large populations of Hartman’s Mountain Zebra, giraffe, oryx, springbok and kudu exist within the Palmwag Concession. A healthy population of elephants and desert adapted black rhino, under the management of the Save the Rhino Trust (SRT), move freely around the concession. The predator population is the largest outside of the Etosha National Park, with over 100 lions, cheetah, leopard, brown and spotted hyena.
Bird life is prolific and diverse around Palmwag Lodge, with most of Namibia’s endemics present.
Palmwag Lodge is an ideal stop-over en route to the Skeleton Coast, Kaokoveld, Etosha National Park and the remote Epupa Falls.
Rooms and Suites
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BungalowPalmwag offers tasteful thatched bungalows with en-suite facilities and furnished with insect repellant. |
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TentPalmwag offers luxury Meru-style tents on wooden platforms which allow for uninterrupted scenic views. There are 2 twin bedded & 1 queen-bedded honeymoon tent, all with en-suite facilities. |
Amenities
Hotel Features
Afternoon tea on offer
Bar
Eco-friendly Lodge
Family Rooms
Full Breakfast Daily
Gay Friendly
Guest Activities
Guided Safaris Included
Housekeeping Service
Laundry Service
Major Credit Card Accepted
Multi-lingual reception staff
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room Service
Suitable for Children
Swimming Pool
Wedding Services
In-Room Amenities
- Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Patio/Balcony
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Location
Namibia is a country of startling contrasts that straddles two great deserts: the Namib (after which it is named) is the oldest desert on the planet, and its sea of red sand lies along the Atlantic coastline, while in the eastern interior lies the Kalahari, a vast and sparsely vegetated savannah that sprawls across the border into neighboring countries.
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