Wilderness Serra Cafema
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Wilderness <br/> Serra Cafema

Namibia

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Journey to the ends of Africa, find the river’s song, and the ancient heart of the desert
Desert
Adventure & Nature
Eco
Solo
Couples
Off-grid
Conservation Focus

Stays

Eight riverfront villas, including one family unit, built on elevated decks with thatch and canvas, private lounges, indoor and outdoor showers, and panoramic Kunene River views.

Adventures

Guided boating and river adventures. Quad biking across dunes and valleys. Nature drives and walks. Cultural encounters with Himba communities. Birding, photography, and star gazing.

Features

One of Africa’s most remote luxury camps. Only camp on the Kunene River. Community-owned and operated with the Marienfluss Conservancy. Eco-friendly, solar-powered design. Personalized guiding and exclusive experiences. Access to unique wildlife and Himba culture.

Only Here

Serra Cafema is for the true explorer and dreamer—where Namibia’s wildest river flows through ancient desert, and the Himba still live as they have for centuries. Perfect for couples, families, solo travelers, photographers, and anyone wanting a truly remote, meaningful, and beautiful journey.

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Africa’s Last Wilderness

Wilderness Serra Cafema blends raw adventure, rare culture, and wild beauty. Ideal for explorers, couples, families, photographers, and those craving solitude and connection to one of the earth’s last untouched places.

Why Stay Here

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at Serra Cafema is an expedition—river safaris, quad biking the dunes, meeting the Himba, and watching the sun rise over two worlds.
Boating on the Kunene
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Discover life at the water’s edge

Glide along the river, watching crocodiles, water birds, and riverside wildlife from the comfort of a guided boat.

Quad Biking the Dunes
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Ride the wildest landscapes

Explore the endless dunes and valleys of the Namib by quad bike, with breathtaking views and exciting adventure.

Himba Cultural Visit
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Meet Namibia’s last true nomads

Spend time with Himba families, learning about their lives, traditions, and their place in this unique landscape.

Desert Nature Drive
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Seek rare desert wildlife

Game drives reveal oryx, springbok, ostrich, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, and more in this remote wilderness.

Wilderness Serra Cafema Sustainability In Action

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A Partnership at the End of the World

Serra Cafema is built in partnership with the Marienfluss Conservancy and the Himba, protecting wildlife and culture while providing sustainable jobs and education.

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Let us design your Kunene river and desert adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made Serra Cafema journey—remote, exclusive, and full of wild discovery.

Request a personal experience or see our list of sample itineraries.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at Serra Cafema is an expedition—river safaris, quad biking the dunes, meeting the Himba, and watching the sun rise over two worlds.
Boating on the Kunene
Details +
Less -
Discover life at the water’s edge

Glide along the river, watching crocodiles, water birds, and riverside wildlife from the comfort of a guided boat.

Quad Biking the Dunes
Details +
Less -
Ride the wildest landscapes

Explore the endless dunes and valleys of the Namib by quad bike, with breathtaking views and exciting adventure.

Himba Cultural Visit
Details +
Less -
Meet Namibia’s last true nomads

Spend time with Himba families, learning about their lives, traditions, and their place in this unique landscape.

Desert Nature Drive
Details +
Less -
Seek rare desert wildlife

Game drives reveal oryx, springbok, ostrich, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, and more in this remote wilderness.

Wilderness Serra Cafema Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">protecting life along the kunene <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">community, culture and wild landscapes</span> in harmony</h2>

A Partnership at the End of the World

Serra Cafema is built in partnership with the Marienfluss Conservancy and the Himba, protecting wildlife and culture while providing sustainable jobs and education.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us design your Kunene river and desert adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made Serra Cafema journey—remote, exclusive, and full of wild discovery.

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Choose Your Experience

Every day at Serra Cafema is an expedition—river safaris, quad biking the dunes, meeting the Himba, and watching the sun rise over two worlds.
Boating on the Kunene
Details +
Discover life at the water’s edge

Glide along the river, watching crocodiles, water birds, and riverside wildlife from the comfort of a guided boat.

Quad Biking the Dunes
Details +
Ride the wildest landscapes

Explore the endless dunes and valleys of the Namib by quad bike, with breathtaking views and exciting adventure.

Himba Cultural Visit
Details +
Meet Namibia’s last true nomads

Spend time with Himba families, learning about their lives, traditions, and their place in this unique landscape.

Desert Nature Drive
Details +
Seek rare desert wildlife

Game drives reveal oryx, springbok, ostrich, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, and more in this remote wilderness.

Wilderness Serra Cafema Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">protecting life along the kunene <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">community, culture and wild landscapes</span> in harmony</h2>

A Partnership at the End of the World

Serra Cafema is built in partnership with the Marienfluss Conservancy and the Himba, protecting wildlife and culture while providing sustainable jobs and education.

View Fact Sheet
Book Now
Let us design your Kunene river and desert adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made Serra Cafema journey—remote, exclusive, and full of wild discovery.

Wilderness Serra Cafema Sustainability In Action

<h2 class="ts--heading-l">protecting life along the kunene <br/><span class="u-capitalize--none u-italic">community, culture and wild landscapes</span> in harmony</h2>

A Partnership at the End of the World

Serra Cafema is built in partnership with the Marienfluss Conservancy and the Himba, protecting wildlife and culture while providing sustainable jobs and education.

View Fact Sheet
Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made Serra Cafema journey—remote, exclusive, and full of wild discovery.
Book Now
Let us design your Kunene river and desert adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made Serra Cafema journey—remote, exclusive, and full of wild discovery.

Choose Your Experience

Every day at Serra Cafema is an expedition—river safaris, quad biking the dunes, meeting the Himba, and watching the sun rise over two worlds.
Glide along the river, watching crocodiles, water birds, and riverside wildlife from the comfort of a guided boat.
Boating on the Kunene
Details +
Less -
Discover life at the water’s edge

Glide along the river, watching crocodiles, water birds, and riverside wildlife from the comfort of a guided boat.

Glide along the river, watching crocodiles, water birds, and riverside wildlife from the comfort of a guided boat.
Explore the endless dunes and valleys of the Namib by quad bike, with breathtaking views and exciting adventure.
Quad Biking the Dunes
Details +
Less -
Ride the wildest landscapes

Explore the endless dunes and valleys of the Namib by quad bike, with breathtaking views and exciting adventure.

Explore the endless dunes and valleys of the Namib by quad bike, with breathtaking views and exciting adventure.
Spend time with Himba families, learning about their lives, traditions, and their place in this unique landscape.
Himba Cultural Visit
Details +
Less -
Meet Namibia’s last true nomads

Spend time with Himba families, learning about their lives, traditions, and their place in this unique landscape.

Spend time with Himba families, learning about their lives, traditions, and their place in this unique landscape.
Game drives reveal oryx, springbok, ostrich, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, and more in this remote wilderness.
Desert Nature Drive
Details +
Less -
Seek rare desert wildlife

Game drives reveal oryx, springbok, ostrich, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, and more in this remote wilderness.

Game drives reveal oryx, springbok, ostrich, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, and more in this remote wilderness.
Why you'll stay forever
Signature Serra Cafema Experiences
Remote Riverfront Setting

The only camp on the Kunene River, nestled between the desert and the flowing water, with breathtaking sunrise and sunset views.

The only camp on the Kunene River, nestled between the desert and the flowing water, with breathtaking sunrise and sunset views.
Himba Cultural Encounters

Meet Himba families, learn about their ancient traditions, and share in cultural exchange with respect and authenticity.

Meet Himba families, learn about their ancient traditions, and share in cultural exchange with respect and authenticity.
Boating and River Safaris

Guided boat excursions along the Kunene spot crocodiles, birds, and the river’s unique ecosystem.

Guided boat excursions along the Kunene spot crocodiles, birds, and the river’s unique ecosystem.
Quad Biking and Dune Adventures

Ride quad bikes with your guide across sand dunes and river valleys for thrilling views and unique desert wildlife.

Ride quad bikes with your guide across sand dunes and river valleys for thrilling views and unique desert wildlife.
Personalized Guiding and Small Groups

Each stay is custom-tailored, with small group sizes and expert guides for every adventure.

Each stay is custom-tailored, with small group sizes and expert guides for every adventure.
MEET
YOUR HOST
Wilderness Safaris
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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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
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Location
Namibia / Africa
-16.9956, 12.4329
Kunene River, Marienfluss Conservancy, Kunene Region, Namibia
NEAREST AIRPORT
Serra Cafema Airstrip
Fly by light aircraft from Windhoek or Swakopmund to Serra Cafema Airstrip, 20-minute transfer to camp.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
April to October
Dry season offers cool days, clear skies, and best river and desert access. Green season (November to March) brings dramatic colors, lush riverbanks, and beautiful skies for photography.

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Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made Serra Cafema journey—remote, exclusive, and full of wild discovery.
Book Now
Let us design your Kunene river and desert adventure

Contact Wild Earth Stays for a tailor-made Serra Cafema journey—remote, exclusive, and full of wild discovery.

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 Serra Cafema
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
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