Epupa Camp

    Lodge in Okongwati, Kunene

    Epupa Camp

    4.5

    Overview

    Epupa Camp is located near the Epupa Falls on the Kunene River. Guests can choose from comfortable tented units with en-suite bathrooms, riverside camp sites with private ablutions, or a spacious cottage. The camp has two swimming pools, an outdoor bar with Wi-Fi, a lounge, and a dining room. Activities include cultural tours, sundowner tours, river rafting, hiking, walking, birdwatching, and massages.

    Located 800m east of Epupa Falls
    Situated on the banks of the Kunene River
    Two swimming pools with river views
    Outdoor bar with free Wi-Fi
    Himba cultural tours available
    Offers river rafting and sundowner tours

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    Activities & Excursions

    6 experiences available at or near Epupa Camp

    Guided Visit to a Himba Village
    From $64 pp
    Guided Sundowner Drive
    From $32 pp
    Rafting on the Kunene River
    From $64 pp

    Amenities

    Free Secure Parking
    Hot Water
    Swimming Pool
    Scenic View
    Wi-Fi
    Restaurant
    Bar
    Lounge
    Library
    Massage Studio
    Free Parking
    Secure Parking
    Tour/sightseeing desk

    Rooms

    Twin Tented Room - 1

    Twin Tented Room

    The spacious twin room provides a private entrance, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Mosquito nets. The twin room features river views. The unit offers 2 beds.

    Sleeps 2
    Children: Under 2 stay free · 2–11 half price · 12+ adult rate
    $345
    per person / night
    Double Tented Room - 1

    Double Tented Room

    The spacious double room offers a private entrance and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The double room has river views. The unit has 1 bed that sleeps 2 people. Mosquito net

    Sleeps 2
    Children: Under 2 stay free · 2–11 half price · 12+ adult rate
    $345
    per person / night
    Family Tented Room - 1

    Family Tented Room

    The spacious family room offers a private entrance and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The family room has river views. The unit has 4 single beds. Mosquito nets

    Sleeps 4
    Children: Under 2 stay free · 2–11 half price · 12+ adult rate
    $345
    per person / night
    The Cottage - 1

    The Cottage

    The Cottage is an en-suite accommodation, privately situated on the bank of the river, suited for honeymooners or couples only.

    Sleeps 2
    Children: Under 2 stay free · 2–11 half price · 12+ adult rate
    $362
    per person / night
    Campsite Electricity - 1

    Campsite Electricity

    Campsite on River Front with space for up to 11 guests Private ablution / braai and wash basin Solar Power - enough to charge phones - but not heavy electric equipment. Only CAMPSITE - you have to bring your own tents & equipment

    Sleeps 11
    Children: Under 2 stay free · 2–11 half price · 12+ adult rate
    $32
    per person / night

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    Location

    Okongwati, Kunene

    More about Epupa Camp

    The stay

    Epupa Camp offers a few days of personalised service and excellent meals within a lush riverine wilderness. This setting features ana trees, wild figs, makalani palms, and baobabs. Guests find a private island and a swimming pool with a river view. Facilities also include an outdoor bar with complimentary Wi-Fi, a lounge that contains a small library, and a dining room. Epupa Camp is malaria-free. Activities include guided cultural tours, sundowner drives, rafting on the Kunene River, and several nature walks. Credit card facilities are available.

    Where you'll sleep

    Accommodation at Epupa Camp includes comfortable safari-style tents, self-catering tented campsites, and traditional campsites. The safari-style tents come with electrical lights, en suite bathrooms, and mosquito netting at the windows and doors. Shaded patios in front of these tents overlook the Kunene River. The self-catering tented campsites are spacious and riverfront, shaded by indigenous trees. Each self-catering campsite provides private ablution facilities, a fireplace, and a sink, all with river views. The camp also offers dome tents, each equipped with two single beds and linen, for basic accommodation. These share barbecue and ablution facilities, with the barbecue area situated on the riverfront overlooking the Kunene River.

    Eating and drinking

    Dining at Epupa Camp is a memorable experience where fine cuisine is served. Three meals are provided daily, alongside complimentary coffee and tea available all day. Breakfast begins at 07:30 and comprises a healthy buffet with fresh fruits and nuts, cereals, homemade muesli, freshly baked bread, meats, cheeses, tomatoes, cucumbers, and eggs. A light lunch is served at 13:00, typically consisting of quiches, lasagne, or pasta, accompanied by fresh salads. Complimentary afternoon tea, coffee, and cake are served at 16:00. Romantic candle-lit three-course dinners are served on the riverfront under the Namibian starlit sky when weather permits. Some vegetables used in the dishes are organic and home-grown in the camp’s vegetable gardens, depending on the season. Special dietary requirements are catered for with advance notice, as the nearest food supplier is approximately 200 km away. The camp’s bar is available for a wider selection of drinks.

    The location

    Epupa Camp is located in Okongwati, Kunene, Namibia. It is situated on the southern bank of the Kunene River, from which the Kunene Region in the northwest of Namibia takes its name. Epupa Falls is nearby. This is about as far north as one can drive in Namibia. The camp provides a secluded setting within a lush riverine wilderness, featuring ana trees, wild figs, makalani palms, and baobabs. The location offers views of the Kunene River as it flows towards the Atlantic Ocean.

    Who it suits

    Epupa Camp suits guests seeking a blend of relaxation and adventure within a natural environment. It is ideal for those interested in birding, fishing, flora, and general nature observation. Individuals who enjoy hiking and guided walks will find opportunities to engage with the surroundings. The camp caters to those looking for leisure and relaxation, with a private island and a swimming pool available. Its northern Namibian location, coupled with evening dining under the stars, makes it suitable for stargazing enthusiasts. The property accommodates guests preferring self-catering options at its campsites, including those with off-road trailers or caravans, and offers basic dome tent accommodation for self-equipped groups.

    Epupa Camp — frequently asked questions

    Epupa Camp is located in Okongwati, Kunene, Namibia. It is listed as a camp on SafariStays, and its exact position is shown on the map on this page so you can plan your driving route between stops.