• Serra Cafema Camp

Surreal Luxury Desert Camp

Set under verdant trees on the banks of the Kunene River, Serra Cafema is one of the most remote camps in southern Africa. Guests can truly disconnect, unwinding to the sound of rushing water, and beyond, to the desert’s silence. The eight chalets and the common areas are set on elevated decks and crafted in wood, canvas, and thatch, at one with the environment, paying homage to Himba culture.

The main guest areas feature indoor and outdoor dining areas, a sunken lounge, river bar, library and curio shop. A swimming pool overlooking the Kunene River adds to guest delight.

Kaokoveld

Serra Cafema’s home is in Namibia’s Kaokoveld, more specifically in the 300 000-hectare Marienfluss Conservancy, owned primarily by the Himba, and a model of ecotourism. The Kunene River is the only permanent source of water in this region, the river creating an oasis along its banks – a winding band of green surrounded by the lunar-like landscape of the Namib Desert which stretches to the Serra Cafema mountain range in the north.

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OPULENT THATCH-ROOFED TENTS

LUXURY IN TRUE SECLUSION

Each of the cool and spacious suites includes a sleeping and sitting area that open onto an expansive wooden verandah with a dining area, a hammock and a comfortable bench with breath-taking views of the river. Each tent is equipped with en suite bathroom facilities as well as an additional outdoor shower with excellent views.

MEET THE HIMBA COMMUNITY

EXPLORE THE LUNA LANDSCAPE

Adventures from the lodge include informative nature drives and carefully guided quad bike excursions through the sand dunes, as well as boating on the Kunene River, walks through the remote mountains and river valleys, and visits to a Himba settlement.

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