Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp — Hotel in Kunene Region

This was, without a doubt, the most beautiful place we stayed during our entire trip through Namibia. The large tented suites were phenomenal – stepping into them felt like stepping back in time by a hundred years. For a moment, we were wealthy European travelers on a grand safari in a bygone era. The decor, the attention to detail, the ambiance – everything contributed to this magical feeling of timeless elegance and adventure.

The lodge is located in Damaraland, which, to me, is the most breathtaking region of Namibia. We were lucky enough to witness something truly rare – thanks to unusually heavy rains in March, we experienced a version of Damaraland that few ever get to see. The landscape was transformed into a sea of green and silvery grasses, stretching as far as the eye could see. It was pure magic.

And then there was the sky. Words barely do it justice. Each night, we stood in awe under an explosion of stars, the Milky Way clearly visible, arching above us in all its glory. It felt like a private cosmic performance, vast and humbling, yet incredibly intimate – a spectacle we will never forget.

The view from the hilltop near the lodge was equally unforgettable. The sunsets from there were beyond stunning – a slow, golden descent behind the hills, lighting up the sky with colors we didn’t know existed.

The food was consistently excellent. Every evening featured a grill night with perfectly cooked meats, and breakfasts were fresh, varied, and delicious. The staff were warm, welcoming, and attentive – it made the entire experience feel even more special.

And unlike most places in Namibia, this lodge had something rare and much appreciated: a pool with crystal-clear, filtered water. On a hot day, it was the perfect, refreshing luxury.

This place is unforgettable – a dreamlike retreat where time slows down and beauty surrounds you at every step. We will carry the memories of this stay...

The location is superb, the facilities are exquisite and very well designed with style and attention to detail, and fits right in with the enviroment, the sunset drinks on the hill are breath taking, we were booked into room 16, this in a premium room, unfortunately it is right in the middle of all the guest and staff foot traffic, everyone has to walk past the unit to get to the main reception/dining area, kitchen, pool and bar, because the units are made from tents, its not sound proof, the walkways are gravel, so every person walking past few meters away is vlearly heard. Right next to it is the kitchen, you hear every pot, pan, and staff member from kitchen opening till closing at night. The second day i requested from the reception to relocate us, which was done without hassle, and we had an exceptional quite experience , so I guess it was unit specific. The safari game drive is through a beautiful landscape and seeing the elephants were amazing. Our ranger was unfortunate and his driving even more so.

Overall it was an amazing place and venue, the guest experience was a let down, but as explained above it might be just a series of unfortunate things specific to our visit. Definitely...

Während unseres Namibia Urlaubs im Mai '25 waren wir zwei Tage im Adventure Camp Twyfelfontein. Ausschlaggebend waren die Luxus-Zelte, die an sich auch traumhaft waren. Natürlich ist es ein Zelt, was bei Wind bedeutet, es bewegt sich und macht Geräusche. Das aber ist klasse, man bekommt so eine Art Camping, ohne auf die Annehmlichkeiten eines Hotels zu verzichten. Leider gibt es auch ein paar Schattenseiten, was die Lage der Zelte angeht: Sie stehen -in unserem Fall- relativ nahe beieinander und so muss man die Seitenfenster zumachen, sonst schaut der Nachbar rein. Ebenfalls nicht so optimal in unserem Fall ist die Lage im Anfahrtsbereich der Rezeption. Alle Fahrzeuge fahren schon früh morgens dort vorbei und auch abends ist noch Betrieb. Wer also kann, sollte sich Zelte im hinteren Bereich reservieren.

Das gesamte Essen incl. Frühstück ist super, grosse Auswahl und sehr gute Qualität. Da ist für jeden was dabei und es bleiben keine Wünsche offen. Das Personal macht einen tollen Job, ist freundlich und hilfsbereit.

Die Drives zu den Elefanten sind klasse und werden in Erinnerung bleiben. Jetzt im Mai war es aber morgens noch eiskalt und man sollte sich entsprechend anziehen. Zusätzlich gab es aber noch gefütterte Ponchos vor der Abfahrt!

Der Gang auf den Berg zum Aussichtspunkt und wohl einem der spektakulärsten Sundowner der reise ist ein Muss, geht aber in die Beine. Oben gibts aber Snacks und Getränke und einen wahnsinnig schönen Ausblick!

Fazit: Wir können das Adventure Camp empfehlen, würden aber Zelte im hinteren Bereich reservieren. Das wäre dann das Tüpfelchen auf dem i.

During our holiday in Namibia in May 2025, we spent two days at Adventure Camp Twyfelfontein. The deciding factor was the luxury tents, which were fantastic in themselves. Of course, it is a tent, which means that when the wind blows, it moves and makes noise. But that's great, because you get a kind of camping experience without having to forego the comforts of a hotel. Unfortunately, there are a few downsides to the location of the tents: in our case, they were relatively close together, so you have to close the side windows, otherwise your neighbour can see inside. Another downside in our case was the location near the reception area. All vehicles drive past there early in the morning and it is still busy in the evening. So if you can, you should reserve tents in the rear area.

All the food, including breakfast, is great, with a large selection and very good quality. There is something for everyone and no wishes remain unfulfilled. The staff do a great job and are friendly and helpful.

The drives to see the elephants are fantastic and will remain in your memory. However, in May it was still freezing cold in the mornings, so you should dress accordingly. Fortunately, there were lined ponchos available before departure!

The walk up the mountain to the viewpoint and probably one of the most spectacular sundowners of the trip is a must, but it's hard on the legs. At the top, however, there are snacks and drinks and an incredibly beautiful view!

Conclusion: We can recommend the Adventure Camp, but would reserve tents in the rear area. That would be the icing...