Mowani Mountain Camp, near the Twyfelfontein rock engravings in Damaraland, mean 'place of god'. Mowani lies amongst rugged boulders with sweeping panoramic views over Damaraland. Styled as an African village, a cluster of six thatched dome-shaped structures echo the surrounding granite boulders and they have made the most of this unique setting with a welcoming pool and elegantly decorated en suite tents with solar lighting. The sides of the bar, lounge and dining areas are open giving a cool feel, even on the hottest day.
Elegantly decorated en suite safari tents and one chalet, built on raised wooden platforms, have covered verandas with spectacular views. There is also an exquisitely furnished and secluded suite. Tucked away amongst giant boulders, the plunge pool is perfect for hot days. Activities include hot air ballooning, nature drives and visits to the the memorable rock engravings and geological formations of Twyfelfontein. One of the tents is a Family tent with an outdoor bathroom with open bath and shower and space to put up a smaller tent next to the main tent for the children. This is al ways a big hot with children.
Family
Romantic
Spa
Walking
Country: Namibia
Region: Damaraland
Area: Twyfelfontein
Accommodation Rating: Premier
Rooms: 14
Meals: Bed & Breakfast
Location: Wilderness
1 Nov 2007 to 31 Oct 2008
Per person sharing
ZAR R 1,600
Prices may be based
on current exchange rates and are subject to change prior to booking.
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Kate's comments after an educational visit in November:
"A stunning lodge! Though you can stay just one night, I think most people would enjoy two nights here simply because it is a stunningly designed lodge in a magnificent setting. The rock swimming pool is tucked into boulders (which also helps to give it some natural shade in summer!)
There are 12 luxury tents with teak furniture and interesting use of African fabrics to liven up the dιcor. The deck looks out onto a awe-inspiring view. Tent No 5 is the honeymoon tent with a double bed. It has an open air rock bathroom with a bath and shower built into the rocks.
Finally there's the private suite which is stunning but rather expensive. It is set away from the rest of the camp. There's a large deck where they can have a private dinner or breakfast if they want. Inside is a large sitting room filled with interesting pieces of African furniture. A step up and you come to the bedroom also with spectacular wraparound views. (The canvas sides can be completely rolled up to open out both the sitting room and bedroom). Another smaller dome structure houses a delightful bathroom with double vanity and indoor shower and then outside a few steps down to another deck with a huge bath in the open air and an outside shower. Perfect for honeymooners and those with a very healthy budget!
Finally a word about the activities. If you are staying only one night, please arrive preferably by lunchtime (1 to 2pm). Then you have time to relax at the lodge and see the rock engravings later on when it's cooler. They have a sundowner spot to watch the sunset where they serve snacks and there's a bar set up for drinks. In the morning you could take a guide walk with a staff member which can be as short or as long as you like. If you stay two nights, you have more flexibility. Mowani also has a nature drive in search of the desert elephants. This heads into the Abu-Huab or Huab dry river beds. Before the rains (when the elephants disperse quickly), you have quite a good chance of spotting them. The other activity is to enjoy hot air ballooning, a microlight flight or a scenic flight over the area. This is done by Francolina Tours which is situated about 4-5km from the lodge."
