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Hoanib : tout pour préparer ton voyage

The Hoanib lies in the north of Damaraland and is a kilometre-long dry riverbed surrounded by mountain slopes. Desert elephants and desert lions live here, among others. The Hoanib is remote and very sandy.

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Tracking desert elephants in the dry riverbed – On your own, follow the tracks of the elephants in the sandy Hoanib riverbed – often without any other vehicles around.
Experience surprising vegetation in the riverbed – Despite the desert, the wide river valley is criss-crossed with green ana trees and shrubs – an impressive scene between rock walls and sand.
Giraffes and antelopes between dunes and rocks – Oryx, kudus, springbok and even giraffes are regularly seen – perfect for safaris in spectacular scenery.

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Special feature – The Hoanib is one of the most remote, wildest and at the same time most fascinating regions in Namibia.
Landscape – In this region you find wide dry riverbeds, high sand dunes, rugged mountains and arid desert landscapes.
Atmosphere – Although the region is very remote, you will occasionally encounter lodge vehicles or other self-drivers in the riverbed. In the Hoanib a surprising number of animals are concentrated, as the riverbed is an important lifeline in the middle of the semi-desert.
Wildlife watching – The region is particularly well known for desert elephants, desert lions, giraffes and gemsbok.
Safari feel – Wildlife sightings here often feel like an expedition through vast, untouched landscapes.
Roads – Many tracks lead directly through the dry riverbed and can become very sandy or challenging.
Self-drivers – The Hoanib is particularly suitable for self-drivers with 4×4 who want to experience very remote regions.
Infrastructure – There are no petrol stations, shops or towns in the Hoanib. Plan water, fuel and supplies carefully. The nearest place to stock up is Sesfontein.
Accommodation – Campsites and lodges are either in Sesfontein or directly on the Hoanib riverbed.
Safety – Always keep a large distance from desert elephants and lions. The animals should not feel harassed and especially elephants can react unpredictably at close range. Lions should not become accustomed to vehicles, as unfortunately there have already been accidents in the past.
Climate – During the day it is often extremely hot and dry, at night it can become surprisingly cool.
Mobile network & Internet – There is usually no reception at all.