


Mowani Mountain Camp
Damaraland / NamibiaFamily
Children are welcome at Mowani however children under 6 years are not permitted on scheduled game drives activities unless a private vehicle is booked. Although there are no special activities for children there is plenty for families to explore in this fascinating region.
Activities: Guests are invited to join Mowani’s local guides in a range of activities that give guests an insight into local traditions, and the fantastic geology, botany and wildlife in the area. Activities include guided nature drives through the dunes in search of the elusive desert elephant, nature walks in the surrounding bush through magnificent scenery and excursions to Twyfelfontein.
Bushmen Art at Twyfelfontein: This World Heritage site contains more than 2,500 rock engravings of animals including giraffe, zebra, elephant and even rhino some of which are nearly six thousand years old. There are also wonderful San paintings, many of which represent the short stature of the San bushmen.
Desert Elephant Safari: Track the unique desert elephant on foot with knowledgeable guides and learn more about how they have adapted to life in their harsh natural environment. The elephants are able to travel great distances between feeding grounds and water holes and they have learnt to dig holes in dry riverbeds to find water.
Rhino Tracking in Damaraland: Damaraland is home to the largest concentration of the endangered Black rhino outside a national park. Set out in the early morning, accompanied by an experienced rhino trackers and see other interesting wildlife including kudu, oryx, klipspringer and even the rare desert elephant - on the way.
Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain: This fascinating geological site is the remains of molten rock which pushed through the Earth’s surface 125 million years ago. The basalt slabs resemble Organ Pipes some of which stand five metres tall. Just a short walk from here is Burnt Mountain. In the early mornings and late evenings sun rays turn the rock purple and red giving the impression the mountain is on fire.
The Petrified Forest: This national monument contains fossilized tree trunks that are approximately 300 million years old.
Cots are available on request.
Please note: It is worth baring in mind that the resort is set amid rocky boulders with no safety rails and there are some dangerous drop offs. Children need to be supervised or aware of the potential dangers.
Children aged 13 years and above cannot share with adults or stay in children’s tents and will be charged the full adult rate.