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HELMERINGHAUSEN & TIRASBERG
1 Namtib Biosphere Reserve
This privately owned reserve is next to the D707, which is billed as the most scenic road in Namibia. The campsite – Little Hunter's Rest – is 3km from the main lodge. You have a view of the Tirasberg and the red dunes of the Namib Desert to the west. Camping R250 p.p. (braai, solar-heated showers, communal wind shelter, no power). Lodge rooms from R1 980 p.p. sharing DB&B. Guests must book in advance. You can hike a variety of trails or climb one of the koppies (free).
00 264 63 683 055
2 Ranch Koiimasis
Only accessible from the D707. Activities range from hiking to guided horse rides and e-biking tours. Camping R300 p.p. (five private stands, each with a braai and clean drinking water; shared ablutions). Schwalbennest is a private self-catering chalet that sleeps two: R1 800 p.n, minimum two nights (meals on request). Western Saloon offers twin rooms with shared ablutions from R950 p.p. Luxury rooms at Fest Inn Fels Farm Lodge R3 000 p.p. B&B.
00 264 63 683 052
3 Kanaan N/a'an ku sê Desert Retreat
This is a destination tailor-made for landscape photographers. Camping (eight stands with private bathrooms) from R235 p.p. Luxury en suite safari tent from R4 150 p.p. sharing DB&B.
00 264 61 228 869
4 Aubures Camp
About 55km north-west of Helmeringhausen, on the C27. They have guided rock art excursions, walking trails and MTB routes that start at the campsite. There are six stands under camel thorn trees (no electricity, but hot water for showers). Camping R300 p.n. for two guests.
00 264 84 000 6014
00 264 81 424 9888
(WhatsApp only)
5 Landsberg Campsites
Three large campsites (each accommodates 10 people) R253 p.p; one glamping site (two beds) with private ablutions, shade, patio and braai R675 p.p. (both SADC rate). Each campsite has a view over the plains in the foothills of the Tiras mountains; campsite #3 also looks out over a waterhole. The sites are far apart from each other to ensure privacy.
00 264 83 783 7037
00 264 81 235 1815 (WhatsApp)
6 Mount D'Urban Campsite
Campsite on the farm Kosos with 10 stands, each with a private bathroom and power point, with views of the Swartrandberg and a peak called Mount D'Urban. Rates from R230 p.p. for SADC residents (max four adults per stand). Relax at the pool, explore the
