Hauchabfontein Camping

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Rock pools
Rock pools
Pitch with braai
Pitches with trees for shade
Set up for a braai
Bathroom block
Shower and sink
Stunning nature
Hiking trails in the surrounds
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Pitch with braai
Pitches with trees for shade
Set up for a braai

  • Rural desert site on the banks of the Tsauchab river
  • Namib-Naukluft National Park and Sesriem Canyon within 45-min drive
  • Rockpools, hiking trail, hot showers and braai areas on site
How do you fancy a stay in a little desert oasis, taking a dip in a natural rockpool before getting the grill going for your evening braai...? If that sounds like the stuff of dreams, set up home at Hauchabfontein Camping, a rural site on the Tsauchab river in Namibia’s central region half an hour’s drive from Sesriem. There’s desert all around, but Hauchabfontein is a lush little corner, with clear rockpools and a backdrop of one of the biggest quiver tree forests in the country. Those pools stretch for six kilometres and are fab for a cooling swim on a hot desert day, perhaps after a long walk on the seven-kilometre Secret Valley hiking trail. Birdwatching, farm drives and game watching are popular activities on site; if you’re looking to explore a bit further around this part of Namibia, the site's within 45 minutes' drive of Namib-Naukluft National Park and the Sesriem Canyon, and just over an hour from the colourful dunes of Sossusvlei. Back at base, secluded and private pitches look out over the river and are surrounded by native acacia and ebony trees to ensure plenty of shade to chill out in. Each one has a drinking water tap and a properly solid braai area; supplies of firewood and fresh meat can be picked up on site. Clean bathrooms with hot showers and flushing toilets are a short stroll away from the pitches.

Site type

Travel trailer sites 9
Tent sites 9
RV sites 9
Open all year
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Languages spoken

Dutch

English

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 4 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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100% would stay here again

What customers say

Campers loved the private, tidy, level sites with great views & peaceful nature. Staff were friendly & helpful; owner even helped with car trouble. Rustic but clean washrooms with hot water. Enjoyed walks & rock pool swimming. Great location near Sesriem, with a fireplace.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Clean facilities. Private, clear and level pitches. Stunning location.

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Anonymous

Primitive gravel campsite

Liked Each camp site is private, clean - and level. The two staff members who interacted with us - to fire up the '' donkey' for hot showers and to remove garbage, were friendly and respectful. We enjoyed a short evening walk and swim in the rock pools. The 'front row seat' to the full moon rising over the mountain was unforgettable.

Disliked Nothing

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Clean, spacious, shady, level campsite. Beautiful…

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Larry J.

Primitive gravel campsite

Liked Clean, spacious, shady, level campsite. Beautiful views and surroundings. Rustic but completely adequate ablution facilities. Helpful manageress and staff

Disliked Nothing

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Bel Emplacement dans la nature, à…

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julie p.

Primitive gravel campsite

Liked Bel Emplacement dans la nature, à proximité d’une rivière (pas de moustiques) et plein d’oiseaux. Au calme et paysages environnants très beaux.
Il dispose de son évier/eau, les sanitaires sont communs et bien entretenus, eau chaude.

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Le lieu L’accueil L’entretien quotidien de l’espace…

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Olivier P.

Primitive gravel campsite

Liked Le lieu
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L’entretien quotidien de l’espace de campement
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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Hauchabfontein Camping

Farm Hauchabfontein

Road D 854

Sesriem

Hardap Region

Namibia

Directions

Timezone

Africa/Windhoek +0200 (GMT+02:00)

GPS

24.52583°S
16.06644°E

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Folk flock to this part of Namibia to see all its natural attractions, so it’s worth planning at least a few days to take them all in. The Namib-Naukluft National Park is one of the main draws: the largest game park in all Africa is about 40 minutes’ drive from Hauchabfontein and a fab place to spot birds, unusual insects and other animals including jackals and hyenas. The park’s scope also takes in the Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park (an hour’s drive), where you may spot the shy creatures in the wild, and the famed dunes of Sossusvlei (an hour and 15 minutes). Don’t forget your camera when you set off for the dunes – the colours and shifting shapes are simply stunning. Stop by at Sesriem Canyon (45 minutes) on the way to wander through the kilometre-long rocky gorge. If you’ve ever imagined yourself trotting through the desert on horseback, get your cowboy hat on and head to the riding centre 20 minutes from site. And if you actually just need a minute to relax and take it all in, stop off at Neuras Wine and Wildlife Estate (25 minutes) for a taster of their wares (yup, that’s wine made in the desert – you can’t pass up that opportunity...).

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hauchabfontein Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hauchabfontein Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hauchabfontein Camping? Folk flock to this part of Namibia to see all its natural attractions, so it’s worth planning at least a few days to take them all in. The Namib-Naukluft National Park is … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hauchabfontein Camping?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  11 a.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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