English
French
Starting from
$500PP
Overview
Damaraland is one of Namibia’s most scenic and geologically striking wilderness regions, located between the Skeleton Coast and the central highlands. Characterized by dramatic granite inselbergs, open plains, ancient riverbeds, and vast desert landscapes, Damaraland offers a unique blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage. The region is renowned for its prehistoric rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and for supporting desert-adapted wildlife that has learned to survive in harsh, arid conditions. Rather than a fenced national park, Damaraland is a network of communal conservancies that provide an authentic, low-impact safari experience.
Pros & Cons
- Spectacular desert landscapes and rock formations
- Home to desert-adapted elephants and rhinos
- World-famous rock art at Twyfelfontein
- Low tourist density
- Excellent photography opportunities
- Wildlife is widely dispersed
- Not a traditional Big Five safari destination
- Requires patience and experienced guides
- Limited infrastructure in remote areas
Map in Namibia
Want to Visit Damaraland?
Want to Visit Damaraland?
Wildlife & Animals
Wildlife in Damaraland is uniquely adapted to survive in arid and semi-desert environments. Animals roam freely across vast conservancies, following ancient migratory routes along dry river systems. While densities are lower than in major national parks, sightings feel more authentic and rewarding due to the natural, unfenced setting.
Wildlife Highlights
Highlights include tracking desert-adapted elephants and black rhinos in remote river valleys, as well as encountering hardy antelope species against dramatic desert backdrops. Wildlife experiences here emphasize conservation and coexistence with local communities.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
The best time for wildlife viewing is during the dry season from June to October, when animals congregate near remaining water sources and are easier to track.
Want to Visit Damaraland?
Birds
Damaraland supports a variety of arid-zone and raptor species, particularly around rocky outcrops and riverine vegetation. Birdlife is subtle but rewarding for keen observers.
Best Time for Birding
Birdwatching is best from November to March, when migratory species arrive and resident birds are more active following seasonal rains.
Want to Visit Damaraland?
Best Time to Visit – Damaraland
The best time for wildlife viewing is during the dry season from June to October, when animals congregate near remaining water sources and are easier to track.
May to October (Dry Season)
- Cool temperatures
- Improved wildlife tracking
- Comfortable travel conditions
- Clear skies for photography
- Dusty landscapes
- Very dry conditions
November to April (Wet Season)
- Greener scenery
- Increased birdlife
- Dramatic skies and light
- Extreme heat
- Wildlife more dispersed
- Occasional road challenges
Want to Visit Damaraland?
Activities
Explore popular activities available in and around Damaraland.
Want to Visit Damaraland?
No FAQs available for this park yet.
