Wilderness Doro Nawas
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Wilderness <br/> Doro Nawas

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Wake to sunrise over rocky hills, search for desert-adapted elephants, and sleep beneath Namibia’s endless sky
Desert
Adventure & Nature
Cultural
Solo
Wellness
Conservation Focus
Couples

Stays

Sixteen thatched stone rooms with retractable beds for sleeping under the stars, en-suite bathrooms, private decks, and panoramic desert views.

Adventures

Game drives tracking desert-adapted elephants. Guided nature walks. Twyfelfontein rock art tours. Community village visits. Birding. Stargazing from your bed.

Features

Unique star beds for open air sleeping. Panoramic desert and mountain vistas. Locally inspired design. Family friendly with triple and family rooms. Cultural immersion and community projects. Eco-friendly and solar powered.

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Only Here

Wilderness Doro Nawas is for the explorer who craves silence, stars, and Namibia’s rugged landscapes. Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, and anyone who dreams of star beds and rare desert wildlife.

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Sleep Under Namibia’s Stars

Wilderness Doro Nawas combines desert adventure, ancient rock art, and stargazing beds for a uniquely immersive stay. Best for families, couples, photographers, and anyone who wants wild beauty and cultural connection.

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Every day at Doro Nawas blends adventure, desert discovery, and local culture
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Desert Elephant Tracking
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Follow giants through the sand

Guided drives seek desert-adapted elephants, learning about their remarkable survival and photographing their epic journeys.

Twyfelfontein Rock Art Excursion
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Walk among ancient stories

Visit one of Africa’s richest rock art sites, with a guide to share the meanings and history of ancient engravings.

Damara Cultural Visit
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Meet the people of the desert

Tour a local Damara village, learning about traditions, crafts, music, and the modern lives of Namibia’s first people.

Nature Walks and Drives
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Discover Damaraland’s wild secrets

Guides reveal desert wildlife, plants, and the dramatic geology that defines this rugged region.

Sundowners on the Rocks
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Toast the desert at sunset

End each day with drinks and snacks atop dramatic rocks, watching the colors of Damaraland shift and fade.

Stargazing Nights
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Sleep beneath a cosmic sky

Use the camp telescope or your own star bed to take in Namibia’s brilliant constellations and Milky Way.

Birding
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Spot rare desert birds

Enjoy guided birding walks or watch for endemic species from the lodge and waterholes.

Wilderness Doro Nawas Sustainability In Action

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Desert, Culture, and Conservation

Doro Nawas is community owned, supports local schools and guides, uses solar power, and funds conservation of desert elephants and ancient sites.

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Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor made Doro Nawas itinerary with desert wildlife, rock art, and cultural connection.

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Every day at Doro Nawas blends adventure, desert discovery, and local culture
Display Name
Details +
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Desert Elephant Tracking
Details +
Less -
Follow giants through the sand

Guided drives seek desert-adapted elephants, learning about their remarkable survival and photographing their epic journeys.

Twyfelfontein Rock Art Excursion
Details +
Less -
Walk among ancient stories

Visit one of Africa’s richest rock art sites, with a guide to share the meanings and history of ancient engravings.

Damara Cultural Visit
Details +
Less -
Meet the people of the desert

Tour a local Damara village, learning about traditions, crafts, music, and the modern lives of Namibia’s first people.

Nature Walks and Drives
Details +
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Discover Damaraland’s wild secrets

Guides reveal desert wildlife, plants, and the dramatic geology that defines this rugged region.

Sundowners on the Rocks
Details +
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Toast the desert at sunset

End each day with drinks and snacks atop dramatic rocks, watching the colors of Damaraland shift and fade.

Stargazing Nights
Details +
Less -
Sleep beneath a cosmic sky

Use the camp telescope or your own star bed to take in Namibia’s brilliant constellations and Milky Way.

Birding
Details +
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Spot rare desert birds

Enjoy guided birding walks or watch for endemic species from the lodge and waterholes.

Wilderness Doro Nawas Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">safeguarding desert life <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">heritage, habitat & hope</span></h2>

Desert, Culture, and Conservation

Doro Nawas is community owned, supports local schools and guides, uses solar power, and funds conservation of desert elephants and ancient sites.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us plan your Damaraland adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor made Doro Nawas itinerary with desert wildlife, rock art, and cultural connection.

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16 Desert Rooms
16 Desert Room
2 guests | King Bed or Twin Beds
From $1000 pp/night

Spacious stone and thatch room with retractable star bed, en-suite bathroom, private deck, and panoramic views of Damaraland. Sleep indoors or under Namibia’s night sky.

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Every day at Doro Nawas blends adventure, desert discovery, and local culture
Display Name
Details +
Tagline

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Desert Elephant Tracking
Details +
Follow giants through the sand

Guided drives seek desert-adapted elephants, learning about their remarkable survival and photographing their epic journeys.

Twyfelfontein Rock Art Excursion
Details +
Walk among ancient stories

Visit one of Africa’s richest rock art sites, with a guide to share the meanings and history of ancient engravings.

Damara Cultural Visit
Details +
Meet the people of the desert

Tour a local Damara village, learning about traditions, crafts, music, and the modern lives of Namibia’s first people.

Nature Walks and Drives
Details +
Discover Damaraland’s wild secrets

Guides reveal desert wildlife, plants, and the dramatic geology that defines this rugged region.

Sundowners on the Rocks
Details +
Toast the desert at sunset

End each day with drinks and snacks atop dramatic rocks, watching the colors of Damaraland shift and fade.

Stargazing Nights
Details +
Sleep beneath a cosmic sky

Use the camp telescope or your own star bed to take in Namibia’s brilliant constellations and Milky Way.

Birding
Details +
Spot rare desert birds

Enjoy guided birding walks or watch for endemic species from the lodge and waterholes.

Wilderness Doro Nawas Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">safeguarding desert life <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">heritage, habitat & hope</span></h2>

Desert, Culture, and Conservation

Doro Nawas is community owned, supports local schools and guides, uses solar power, and funds conservation of desert elephants and ancient sites.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us plan your Damaraland adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor made Doro Nawas itinerary with desert wildlife, rock art, and cultural connection.

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Wilderness Doro Nawas Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">safeguarding desert life <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">heritage, habitat & hope</span></h2>

Desert, Culture, and Conservation

Doro Nawas is community owned, supports local schools and guides, uses solar power, and funds conservation of desert elephants and ancient sites.

View Fact Sheet
Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor made Doro Nawas itinerary with desert wildlife, rock art, and cultural connection.
Book Now
Let us plan your Damaraland adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor made Doro Nawas itinerary with desert wildlife, rock art, and cultural connection.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at Doro Nawas blends adventure, desert discovery, and local culture
Display Name
Details +
Tagline

This is a template for CMS content. It will be automatically populated on the published website. DO NOT EDIT

Guided drives seek desert-adapted elephants, learning about their remarkable survival and photographing their epic journeys.
Desert Elephant Tracking
Details +
Less -
Follow giants through the sand

Guided drives seek desert-adapted elephants, learning about their remarkable survival and photographing their epic journeys.

Guided drives seek desert-adapted elephants, learning about their remarkable survival and photographing their epic journeys.
Visit one of Africa’s richest rock art sites, with a guide to share the meanings and history of ancient engravings.
Twyfelfontein Rock Art Excursion
Details +
Less -
Walk among ancient stories

Visit one of Africa’s richest rock art sites, with a guide to share the meanings and history of ancient engravings.

Visit one of Africa’s richest rock art sites, with a guide to share the meanings and history of ancient engravings.
Tour a local Damara village, learning about traditions, crafts, music, and the modern lives of Namibia’s first people.
Damara Cultural Visit
Details +
Less -
Meet the people of the desert

Tour a local Damara village, learning about traditions, crafts, music, and the modern lives of Namibia’s first people.

Tour a local Damara village, learning about traditions, crafts, music, and the modern lives of Namibia’s first people.
Guides reveal desert wildlife, plants, and the dramatic geology that defines this rugged region.
Nature Walks and Drives
Details +
Less -
Discover Damaraland’s wild secrets

Guides reveal desert wildlife, plants, and the dramatic geology that defines this rugged region.

Guides reveal desert wildlife, plants, and the dramatic geology that defines this rugged region.
End each day with drinks and snacks atop dramatic rocks, watching the colors of Damaraland shift and fade.
Sundowners on the Rocks
Details +
Less -
Toast the desert at sunset

End each day with drinks and snacks atop dramatic rocks, watching the colors of Damaraland shift and fade.

End each day with drinks and snacks atop dramatic rocks, watching the colors of Damaraland shift and fade.
Use the camp telescope or your own star bed to take in Namibia’s brilliant constellations and Milky Way.
Stargazing Nights
Details +
Less -
Sleep beneath a cosmic sky

Use the camp telescope or your own star bed to take in Namibia’s brilliant constellations and Milky Way.

Use the camp telescope or your own star bed to take in Namibia’s brilliant constellations and Milky Way.
Enjoy guided birding walks or watch for endemic species from the lodge and waterholes.
Birding
Details +
Less -
Spot rare desert birds

Enjoy guided birding walks or watch for endemic species from the lodge and waterholes.

Enjoy guided birding walks or watch for endemic species from the lodge and waterholes.
Why you'll stay forever
Signature Doro Nawas Experiences
Star Beds

Retractable beds let you sleep under the stars for a true desert night experience.

Retractable beds let you sleep under the stars for a true desert night experience.
Desert-Adapted Wildlife

Track elephants, oryx, and rare wildlife on drives and walks through rugged Damaraland.

Track elephants, oryx, and rare wildlife on drives and walks through rugged Damaraland.
Ancient Rock Art

Explore Twyfelfontein’s UNESCO listed rock engravings, a window into Namibia’s ancient cultures.

Explore Twyfelfontein’s UNESCO listed rock engravings, a window into Namibia’s ancient cultures.
Community Owned and Operated

The camp is community owned, supporting local jobs, schools, and cultural experiences for guests.

The camp is community owned, supporting local jobs, schools, and cultural experiences for guests.
Panoramic Vistas

Wide open desert and mountain views from your room and the main lodge deck.

Wide open desert and mountain views from your room and the main lodge deck.
Eco Friendly

Solar powered and designed for low impact, Doro Nawas is a model for sustainable desert travel.

Solar powered and designed for low impact, Doro Nawas is a model for sustainable desert travel.
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YOUR HOST
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Connections Matter!

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team during a live consultation, and together we’ll plan your perfect journey.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

From the Wild at Heart

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“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
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Unforgettable nights under the stars and elephants right outside camp. We loved the rock art and local culture.

Emily T,
July 2023,
TripAdvisor

The rooms are unique, staff are welcoming, and the scenery is breathtaking. Perfect for couples or families.

Frank P,
May 2023,
Expedia

Desert landscapes, star beds, and amazing wildlife. This is true Namibia.

Katja M,
June 2022,
Trustpilot
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BE BOLD.
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Location
Namibia / Africa
-20.4976, 14.3844
Damaraland, Kunene Region, Namibia
NEAREST AIRPORT
Doro Nawas Airstrip, Twyfelfontein Airstrip
Fly to Windhoek, connect by light aircraft to Doro Nawas or Twyfelfontein Airstrip, 30 minute road transfer to camp
BEST TIME TO VISIT
May to October
May to October is dry, cool, and best for desert wildlife, hiking, and star beds. November to April is warmer, green, and quieter.

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Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor made Doro Nawas itinerary with desert wildlife, rock art, and cultural connection.
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Let us plan your Damaraland adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor made Doro Nawas itinerary with desert wildlife, rock art, and cultural connection.

Wilderness Safaris
Wilderness Safaris
Connections That Truly Matter

Meet your dedicated Stay Host and the Wild Earth Stays team in a live consultation to plan your perfect journey together.

Your host will be joined by members of the Wild Earth team to walk you through your stay and answer your questions live.

Wilderness Doro Nawas
From the Wild at Heart

Populated by the CMS. Do not edit.

Name, Date, Source

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022

“Perhaps the most unique feature, is the opportunity to stay under the stars, in the middle of the bush, in the safety of a treehouse!”

KATRYNM, DEC 2022
icon-chevron-left
icon-chevron-right

Unforgettable nights under the stars and elephants right outside camp. We loved the rock art and local culture.

Emily T,
July 2023,
TripAdvisor

The rooms are unique, staff are welcoming, and the scenery is breathtaking. Perfect for couples or families.

Frank P,
May 2023,
Expedia

Desert landscapes, star beds, and amazing wildlife. This is true Namibia.

Katja M,
June 2022,
Trustpilot