Damara Mopane Lodge

Damara Mopane Lodge is nested within the expansive mopane woodland of Damaraland, a breathtaking region just outside the town of Khorixas. This setting, characterized by its labyrinthine village-style layout, is a practical and peaceful stop for self-drive safaris, located approximately four-and-a-half-hours drive from Windhoek. The lodge offers excellent access to world-renowned cultural sites like Twyfelfontein (UNESCO) and the Petrified Forest, allowing guests to explore the region's rich heritage while appreciating the tranquility and unique biodiversity of the surrounding mopane trees.

Accommodation consists of 60 spacious chalets, designed in the wattle-and-daub style to evoke the ambience of a traditional African village. Each chalet is a comfortable, well-appointed twin unit featuring an en-suite bathroom and air-conditioning for relief during hot desert days. The most unique and charming feature is that every chalet is surrounded by a low wall, creating a small, private vegetable and herb garden. The rooms are connected by paved walkways that maintain privacy while contributing to the lodge's intimate, communal design. Family units with inter-leading doors are available upon request.

The main lodge building serves as the hub of activity, featuring a lively central restaurant and bar where buffet meals are served, often incorporating fresh ingredients from the on-site gardens. The central area opens onto the large swimming pool, which is surrounded by shaded loungers and is the perfect oasis for cooling off. A signature highlight is the scenic walk up to the hilltop viewing platform, where guided sunset walks and sundowners offer panoramic vistas of the surrounding mopane woodland. Additional services include secure parking, laundry services, and a dedicated activity desk.