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Huab Lodge

Damaraland Safari Lodge in Damaraland
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  • Huab Lodge is a charming, unpretentious Africa-style lodge, where guests quickly feel at home. Every year since it began, Huab Lodge has received a prize in the Best Lodge category in the Hospitality Association of Namibia's guest appraisal contest as well as Iwanowski's Golden Award. Huab Lodge continues to be revisited by its guests and is recommended to their friends. This word of mouth propaganda is the best form of advertising and speaks for itself. The main building is an enormous thatch roof with open sides so you feel as though you are outside but well in the shade! There is a cosy seating arrangement with a well-assorted reference library as well as photographs of all the guests who have come to stay. A permanent coffee and tea bar is laid out. The long dining table and other convenient tables and chairs are made of heavy Rhodesian teak sleepers and the easy chairs have colourful handmade cushions. Natural rock islands protrude into the area and are decorated with curious details. A small curio shop and the bar fill the spaces.
  • Eight stone and thatch bungalows can accommodate a maximum of 16 guests. Meals are enjoyed with the hosts at the family table, where in the Lodge's friendly atmosphere guests can make friends and exchange opinions and learn more about the country. In Huab Lodge tradition a variety of less well-known South Africa wines are presented ceremoniously each evening for guests to appreciate and enjoy. The spacious bungalows have a large private patio and are tastefully and practically furnished. They all include a separate en-suite toilet, two hand-wash basins and mirrors and even the shower has a view. The airy room with two king size beds has large windows giving lots of light and a view across the Huab. Tea and coffee making facilities are set out. Mosquito nets, a ceiling fan, and a torch as well as biologically degradable soaps and shampoo is provided. 24 hours 220 volt power comes from the silent solar energy plant concealed on the hill. The chemically untreated water has a neutral pH value. There is no need to close the curtains, instead you can watch the stars and listen to the calls of several owl species and the barking geckos as you drift off to sleep. In the morning as you look out from the comfort of your (extra long) bed you can enjoy the soft light as the sun catches the mountains and a new day begins. The dawn chorus gives voice to grey hornbills, fork tailed drongos and white-browed sparrow-weavers in particular. The “heart-attack” call of the red-billed francolin ensures a rush of adrenaline first thing in the morning and the Hartlaub’s francolin shrieks his “machu pichu” from somewhere in the granite. There is a bungalow for physically disabled guests with limited facilities.
  • Huab Lodge began as an idea to generate funds to save the desert –dwelling elephant from being harassed and shot. Since 1992 awareness has increased, as has tourism and the “value” of the elephant is changing. Desert dwelling elephants continue to roam the spectacular area of the Namib and Damaraland and the bordering commercial farms in the remote north west of Namibia, as they have done for centuries. Today, the elephant's range is constantly being decreased by encroaching human settlement - from western communal Damaraland as well as the commercial ranches on the east. The land is arid and harsh – not ideal for farming at the best of times. Some of the previous landowners shot every animal in sight to make biltong (air dried meat). Huab Safari Ranches is an amalgamation of farmland between the commercial and communal farmers. In 1992 when the project leaders first came across this part of the Huab Valley on the edge of Damaraland and learned of the plight of the desert elephants, they founded a private nature reserve as a buffer zone for the elephants in particular, and wild animals in general between the conflicting farming interests. The ephemeral Huab River, which runs through the 20 thousand acre nature reserve, has natural water pools, which attract wild life. The once severely overgrazed farmland has been completely given over to wildlife and is gradually returning to pristine condition. Anti-erosion measures consisting of half moon contours raised on the affected land to decrease the speed of flowing rainwater as well as gabions and the filling of erosion channels are helping the scars to heal. The indigenous flora now has a chance to proliferate and provide food and refuge for the wildlife, birds, insects and reptiles. The recent decade of care and a strict no-shooting policy have brought about remarkable changes.
  • The Thermal Spring under its inviting thatch at Huab Lodge is between 37 and 39 degrees Centigrade and has soothing and healing properties and a neutral pH. There is no sulphur! The cool pool next to it is about 24 to 26 degrees. Bird watching from here is excellent with good chances of seeing several species of the colourful waxbills as they come to the birdbath, so don’t forget your binocs, and keep an eye out for an elephant that might come wandering along the riverbed while you wallow
  • Species such as kudu, oryx and mountain zebra have been able to survive the shooting parties of the past. Numbers are growing and the new generation is approachable. However, in order to re-establish the natural balance of fauna, it is necessary to reintroduce indigenous animals such as giraffe, springbok and ostrich, as all these species succumbed to the guns. Others are now returning of their own account. As the vegetation is no longer over-utilised by excessive domestic stock, the wild animals are drawn to the better grazing and can drink in peace from waterholes that no longer have barbed wire fences around them. They have been made "game-friendly" with drinking saucers enabling good vision rather than the original walled cattle troughs. Animals that can now be observed in increasing numbers include the Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra, a feisty small zebra with a quaint birdlike trill. Their ability to camouflage has to be seen to be believed! Large herds of oryx cross the plains or climb a stony hill as sure-footedly as a mountain goat! A dainty steenbok may leap from its shady place or if you are lucky you could even see a common duiker. You may get good views of klipspringer on the granite outcrops. The best sight remains that of the majestic elephant. He comes and goes as he pleases unrestricted by fences. Plentiful water and food keep him travelling up and down the dry river, where he sometimes finds company with a breeding herd of elephants or other lone bulls. The Huab Conservation Project also promotes the rehabilitation of the mismanaged land on many levels by: - enforcing anti-erosion measures - cleaning up the rubbish people threw around them - removing fences and allowing free passage for the wild animals - not keeping domestic stock - encouraging wild animals to return to the land by improving natural feeding conditions - making drinking water available in open saucer-like troughs - enforcing a no-shooting policy - re-introducing animals which used to occur naturally - encouraging natural combinations of animals that are mutually beneficial
  • Every now and again we are spoilt by sightings of rare images. Through the continued efforts of the owners of Huab Lodge and their team to ensure conservation on their land we were lucky to sight this leopard on one of our sundowner drives. What an awesome experience and although we cannot guarantee sightings of leopards or elephants on a daily basis we can guarantee Namibian hospitality and and overall memorable experience.
  • Include an expertly guided early morning walk and scenic drives in an open vehicle before lunch and in the late afternoon to view the vegetation, birds, animals and the unique environment. Stargazing may take place before sun-up and could include viewing Saturn’s rings or Jupiter’s moons. There are unusual rock paintings and old tools and shards. The area boasts 9 of the endemic desert bird species including Hartlaub’s francolin, Rüppel’s parrot, violet wood-hoopoe, Monteiro’s hornbill, Carp’s black tit, Barecheeked babbler, Damara rock runner and White-tailed shrike, and many mammals and reptiles that are of particular interest in the semi-desert environment. From early October to mid April the Madagascar or Olive bee-eater arrives to breed and delight us with his call and brilliance. The plum-coloured starling, the rosy-faced love bird and the boisterous bare-cheeked babbler can be seen from camp. 190 birds have been positively identified over the years. There is a little hide just below the main house for bird watching and photography. Hiking is encouraged and a walking stick (and dog) can be provided. You should stay for three days to get the feel of the lodge and its surroundings without being rushed or thinking you may miss something!
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Huab Lodge Namibia is a premier all inclusive Lodge with 8 Luxurious Bungalows and an extraordinary atmosphere in the scenic nature of Damaraland. With a hearty welcome to Huab Lodge located in Damaraland in the heart of Namibia, your hosts invite you to recover from the stresses of your day to day lives and to discover and absorb the soul of the African bush. Enjoy the comforts of the lodge, the relaxed atmosphere and the personal attention as well as the stunning landscape with its impressive variety of animal and plant life.

Discover for yourself or together with a knowledgeable guide the beauty and the fascination of 'the place where kopjes grow like giant mushrooms and elephants tread like ants' as so succinctly expressed by Oria Douglas-Hamilton.

Huab Lodge began as an idea to generate funds to save the desert-adapted elephant from being harassed and shot. Since 1992 awareness regarding environmental conservation has increased, as has tourism and the "value" of the elephant is changing.

The original farmland is a small, unique area called Monte Carlo which boasts stunning views bisected by the mostly dry Huab River. The former rest camp which accommodated tourists in the 1970s now houses the lodge's staff. At a permanent spring, just down river from the old rest camp where the German Schutz Truppe built the so-called German Bath in the late 1890's, Huab Lodge was erected.

Despite its size the unique main building blends into its surroundings. The irregular thatch roof mirrors a mountain on the opposite bank of the river. The stone and thatch bungalows spread along the elevated north bank of the river ensuring a private and magnificent view - even from the shower.

Huab Lodge with all it has to offer and being off the beaten track is not a place for a single night-stop. You should allow several days to enjoy and absorb the tranquility and quiet, the welcoming and comfortable atmosphere, and the many activities. There is an airstrip near the lodge for those that wish to fly in. Special attention has been given during the construction phase of the lodge to provide access to physically disabled guests.
  • Type: Safari Lodge
  • Sleeps: 32
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM
    Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Reviews: 0
  • Airport Shuttle Service
  • Wheelchair Enabled
  • Laundry Facilities*
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Wi-Fi
  • ADSL Internet
  • Credit Card Facilities

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Dutch
  • German
  • Afrikaans
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Eight stone and thatch bungalows can accommodate a maximum of 16 guests. The spacious bungalows have large private patios and are tastefully and practically furnished. They all include a separate en-suite toilet, two hand-wash basins and mirrors and even the shower has a view. The airy room with two double size beds has large windows allowing lots of light and a view across the Huab river. Tea and coffee making facilities are set out. Mosquito nets, a ceiling fan and a torch as well as biologically degradable soaps and shampoo are provided. 24 Hours 220 volt electricity is generated by the silent solar energy plant concealed on the hill. The chemically untreated water has a neutral pH value and is absolutely save coming from a borehole in the granite. There is no need to close the curtains, instead you can watch the stars and listen to the calls of several owl species and barking geckos as you drift off to sleep. In the morning as you look out from the comfort of your (extra long) bed you can enjoy the soft light as the sun catches the mountains and a new day begins. The dawn chorus gives voice to grey hornbills, fork-tailed drongos and white-browed sparrow-weavers in particular. The "heart-attack" call of the red-billed spurfowl (francolin) ensures a rush of adrenaline first thing in the morning. Hartlaub's spurfowl (francolin) shrieks his "machu pichu" call somewhere in the granite. The Wireless LAN and high speed Internet connection in all Bungalows allows you to share your favorite pictures, movies and sound clips with your friends, family and communities. The nearest bungalow to the main building (Lapa) is enabled for physically disabled guests.

     Sleeps 4 people, max 2 adults.
Child policy 0 - 5 years stay free, 6 - 12 years pay 50% of the sharing rate
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