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Desert Rhino
Camp

Damaraland & Skeleton Coast, Namibia

Namibia / Damaraland & Skeleton Coast / Desert Rhino Camp

A remote, luxurious tented camp in the Palmwag Reserve in the heart of black rhino land

A sumptuous outpost in an otherworldly desert landscape, Desert Rhino Camp offers comfortable Meru-style tents and a communal area that overlooks a sweeping plain dotted with welwitschia, Namibia’s national plant. Welcome the night with sundowners and fellow guests around the campfire, sharing stories and marveling at the impossibly starry sky above.

On game drives, look for desert-adapted lions, elephants, zebras, spotted hyaenas, giraffes, and antelope. And Africa's largest free-ranging populations of critically endangered black rhinos can be tracked on foot or by vehicle from the camp.

“It’s not just a job for me to support my family. It is also the huge difference nature makes to my community. It’s a pleasure for me to give and share my knowledge.”

—Bons Roman, local guide at Desert Rhino Camp (Wilderness Safaris)

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the look.

The camp consists of canvas tents on wooden platforms with old leather chairs, dark teak furnishings, and Africa-chic décor. Understated elegance without the fuss. Tents are stylishly decorated with natural, earthy tones and stylish African décor. A palette of muted colors throughout the camp complements the area's naturally occurring tones and blends seamlessly into the environment.

the experience.

game drives in style

Join a game drive tracking black rhinos and other wildlife in the reserve and delight in a savory bush picnic in the wild.

glamping charm

Glamp in style under canvas tents with hot water bucket showers and plenty of Out-of-Africa charm.

communal dinners

Mingle with the guests and share adventures over communal dinners.

the impact.

The camp is committed to supporting the region's black rhino population from extinction in collaboration with Namibia’s Save the Rhino Trust and Wilderness Safaris.

Conservation-focused

Committed to supporting the region's black rhino population from extinction in collaboration with Namibia's Save the Rhino Trust and Wilderness Safaris. The camp is an inspiring example of conservation success — with the private sector, NGOs, and local communities collaborating to protect the desert-adapted black rhino. A portion of guest fees goes to the Save the Rhino Trust.

Community-driven

Camp is a member of the Pack for a Purpose initiative encouraging guests to bring school supplies when visiting. Desert Rhino Camp is run in conjunction with the local community and Save the Rhino Trust (SRT).