Kaokoland mobile safari discover magical kaokoland. This area which also falls within the kunene region, is an area of desert, rugged mountain ranges, ephemeral rivers, the perennial kunene river, epupa falls and home to the himba people. As khowarib lodge is set on the limits of kaokoland, a stay here provides the perfect jumpingoff point to explore the remote and rugged territories of northwest namibia. Vast landscapes, wildlife and historic culture abound in this wild, remote part of africa where the kunene river forms a natural boundary between namibia and angola. Mountain ranges near the kunene river are rugged and impressive, with the highest point at 2039m in the baynes mountains. Namibia has anything to suit your needs from pensions, hotels and amazing lodges. Kaokoland is an area in the nw corner of namibia s kunene region. Map of kaokoland and skeleton coast park area back to the main page of. Find the perfect kunene river kaokoland namibia stock photo. This is not more evident than in the huge accommodation variety the country has to offer. Be an ecotraveller and do not cause track pollution. Our map displays the areas and neighborhoods around all kaokoland hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. Kaokoland is bordered by angola and the kunene river to the north, the owambo geographic region to the east, the hoanib river to the south, and the atlantic ocean to the west. The tracks4africa namibia paper map is designed to be used in conjunction with the t4a gps map of namibia.
The desert elephant found in kaokoland namibia is a rare species of wildlife exclusively adapted to the harsh desert weather similar to those living the border of mali desert in mali. Namibia political 1990 168k and pdf format 174k namibia shaded relief 1990 332k and pdf format 343k. Established during the apartheid era, it was intended to be a selfgoverning homeland of the ovahimba, but an actual government was never established. A vast repository of desert mountains, this is one of the least developed regions of the country, and arguably namibia at its most primeval. To save the maps to your computer, rightclick on the link. Note that maps may not appear on the webpage in their full size and resolution. Declaration by the traditional himba leaders of kaokoland in namibia earth peoples blog. Accommodation in kaokoland, namibia my guide namibia.
In 1966 the marxist southwest africa peoples organization swapo guerrilla group launched a war of independence for the area that was soon named namibia, but it. By browsing through this site you agree to our use of cookies. The local people in kaokoland are mainly herero and himba. Today it remains the most untouched and remote part of the country, much of it still only accessible by 4x4 on hardcore tracks not for the fainthearted. This map to kaokoland and northern damaraland has been developed and improoved within nine editions and has become a popular choice for travelling this part of namibia. Kaokoland is bordered on the south by the hoanib river and on the north by the kunene river, which also forms namibias border with angola. Like other homelands in south west africa, the kaokoland bantustan was abolished in may 1989, at. Another highlight on this safari is going on a mountain hike to. Kaokoland namibia the scenery is dramatic, there are small pockets of desertadapted game, and it is home to the himba people this is what describes kaokoland in northwestern namibia. Download free namibia mapsfree map downloadsfree world country map downloads. Kaokoland lies in the nw corner of namibia s kunene region.
The lodge nestles perfectly on the banks of the ephemeral hoanib river, a feature which runs through the dramatic khowarib gorge. Kaokoland africas last wilderness tours to kaokoland kaokoland comprises northwestern part of the country and covers more than 70 000 sq. Kaokoland also called kaokoveld is an area in northern namibia, in the kunene region. Kaokoland lies in the nw corner of namibias kunene region. The best kaokoland hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee. This is a varied, vast and incredibly silent landshape, home of the ovahimba people and an array of wildlife. Included are also extensive route and travel ideas, as well as general information on kaokoland. There are also a few remaining black rhinos living in kaokoland and many of them are endangered by the increasing poaching activity. Shell map of kaokoland, kunene region, namibia map data scale ca. Discover kunene river lodge one of the countrys most famous adventure centres, where adrenalin goes. The kaokoland skeleton coast safari trail by desert magic. You will encounter namibias rare desertadapted elephants, experience the nomadic culture of the ovahimbas and visit the spectacular epupa falls on the mighty kunene river.
Kaokoland is an area in the nw corner of namibias kunene region. Kaokoland epupa camp epupa falls lodge fort sesfontein kapika waterfall lodge kunene river lodge ohakane lodge okahirongo elephant lodge okahirongo river camp omarunga camp opuwo country lodge serra cafema. Venture into the isolated northwesterly parts of namibia on this relaxing 11 night mobile safari. Himba leaders invitation to the united nations special rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples february 2012 says. Kaokoland mobile safari southern africa guided holidays. Kaokoland, also called kaokoveld, geographic region, northwestern namibia. Kaokoland map kaokoland travel guide all kaokoland hotels.
It departs from and returns to sesfontein and travels into central kaokoland and the marien river valley. Within kaokoland we traditional leaders rule and care for our people and land in our areas according to our ancestral governance structure. Namibia safari 10 day wild namibia kaokoland damaraland. Kaokoland has a lot to offer in terms of natural beauty. Book hoanib valley camp all inclusive in kaokoland.
Participants will be able to see the hartman valley, the skeleton coast, and the hoanib river. From admiring stunning scenery to spotting the desert adapted animals such as the elephants, springbok and much more. Kaokoland is one of south africas few wildernesses, and is bordered to the south by the hoanib river and to the north by the kunene river, where the namibian and angolan border can be found. Tracks 4 africa namibia map incl kaokoland, swakopmund. Damaraland is one of the most scenic regions in namibia, with stunning landscapes ranging from expansive sand dunes to soaring mountain peeks, ancient valleys, boulder strewn floodplains and curious rock formations. This arid and desolated area requires traveller to be fully selfsufficient regarding spare tyres, water and fuel and travel on some roads in 4x4 vehicle only. Another highlight on this safari is going on a mountain hike to see the white lady bushman painting. Search for hotels in kaokoland with by checking our online map. Kaokoland was an administrative unit and a bantustan in northern south west africa now namibia. This area which also falls within the kunene region, is an area of desert, rugged mountain ranges, ephemeral rivers, the perennial kunene river, epupa falls and home to. The kaokoland skeleton coast safari trail includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
Detailed map of kaokoland showing the location of all major lodges, tented camps, attractions, campsites, rivers and roads. It has gps coordinates, accommodation options and petrol points. Popular kaokoland categories kaokoland luxury lodges. This region lies in the extreme northwestern corner of namibia and is bordered in the north by the kunene continue reading about travelling kaokoland. It remains the most untouched and remote part of the country, much of it still only accessible by 4x4 on hardcore tracks not for the fainthearted.
Following the rains, the spray, from which the word epupa derives, is most evident. Namibia as a developing country that is extremely service orientated. Kaokoland epupa camp epupa falls lodge fort sesfontein kapika waterfall lodge kunene river lodge ohakane lodge okahirongo elephant lodge okahirongo river camp omarunga camp opuwo country lodge serra cafema north ovamboland ongula village homestead ruacana eha lodge uukwaluudhi tented camp tsumeb, otavi and grootfontein dornhugel guest farm. The marienfluss conservancy is a wide and long valley covered in soft wavering grass for most of the year, set between high, stark mountain ranges. Kaokoland forum, travel discussion for kaokoland, namibia. On every map or schoolbooks about namibia one can see our kaokolands borders being acknowledged. It is one of the wildest and less populated areas in namibia, with a population density of one person every 2 km. The kaokoveld is bordered by the kunene river in the north, the atlantic ocean in the west and the central north region in the east and the damaraland. Considered to be one of the last wild frontiers in the world, the kaokoland is incredibly beautiful and the expanse of space including damaraland, you find yourself in is vast and untamed. The maps design is kept simple and topographic features have been left away in order to provide optimal map reading. Discuss kaokoland travel with tripadvisor travelers. Whats around hoanib valley camp all inclusive, kaokoland. This map offers an amplified look at this region and can be used in conjunction with our namibia map.
The kaokoland skeleton coast safari trail by desert. Away from the bustle of the normal tourist routes, you will encounter namibias famous desert adapted elephants, the nomadic ovahimbas, and the mighty kunene river and its spectacular epupa waterfalls. South africa occupied the german colony of southwest africa during world war i and administered it as a mandate until after world war ii, when it annexed the territory. Kaokoland vacation packages flights to kaokoland restaurants near kaokoland things to do in kaokoland kaokoland travel forum kaokoland photos kaokoland map kaokoland travel guide all kaokoland hotels. The area is the ancestral home of the proud himba people and a visit to a tribal village is highly recommended. Often this area is described as one of the unique unspoilt wilderness spot in south africa and africa as a whole. This guided safari offers you the perfect opportunity to experience namibias unspoilt north west. The kaokoveld is part of the kunene region in the far northwest of namibia. Kaokoland, the kunene river, and the himba travel news namibia. With the safari tour the kaokoland skeleton coast safari trail, you have a day tour package taking you through windhoek, namibia and 4 other destinations in namibia.
Parts of the scenic kaokoveld are very secluded, pervaded by mountain ranges and dry river beds. Download free namibia maps free map downloads free world country map downloads. It is inhabited by the bantuspeaking herero, ovahimba, and ovatjimba nomadic pastoralists. Today it remains the most untouched and remote part of the country, much of it still only accessible by 4x4 on hardcore tracks. Kaokoland is a beautifully remote and wild area that deserves respect. Kunene river lodge campsite discover africa safaris. Kaokoland kaokoland is an area in the nw corner of namibia s kunene region. Hoanib valley camp map skeleton coast namibia expert africa. Allinclusive lodge in kaokoland with outdoor pool and restaurant. Extending south from the kunene river across a sparsely populated and harsh environment down to the hoanib river, the area is home to the seminomadic himba people.
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