Camping Namibia

Park / Reserve: Skeleton Coast

Namibia’s Skeleton Coast stretches from Swakopmund north through Henties Bay and the Dorob and Skeleton Coast National Parks, a foggy, wind-scoured shoreline littered with shipwrecks and prized by anglers for galjoen, kabeljou and steenbras. Dozens of named fishing spots dot the coast road north of Henties Bay, each with its own basic pull-off camping area, while Swakopmund and Walvis Bay offer full-service coastal camping with restaurants, activities and easy access to the Cape Cross seal colony and Dorob National Park’s lichen fields.

  • Dolphin Park Accommodation

    Dolphin Park Accommodation

    Directions: On the B2, Walvis Bay.

    Amenities:

    • Self-catering chalets (standard, VIP and beach chalet options) with braai areas
    • Campsite and caravan park
    • Beachfront day-visitor area with braai facilities, lapa and children’s playground
    • Tidal pool, jetty bar, restaurant and kiosk

    Bookings: Tel 064 204 343

  • Sarah se Gat Fishing Area

    Sarah se Gat Fishing Area

    Directions: Sarah se Gat Fishing Area is one of the numbered/named fishing spots along the Skeleton Coast north of Henties Bay, towards the Skeleton Coast National Park.

    Activities: Shore angling (galjoen, kabeljou, steenbras and other surf species), 4×4 beach driving on designated tracks.

    Amenities:

    • Basic, largely undeveloped coastal camping/fishing spot — bring your own water, shade and supplies

    Note: A fishing permit from the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay or Lüderitz) is required for angling; rates are approximately N$14/month or N$168/year. Vehicles must stay on marked tracks within the coastal park.

  • Myl 30 Fishing Area

    Myl 30 Fishing Area

    Directions: Myl 30 Fishing Area is one of the numbered/named fishing spots along the Dorob National Park coastline along the coast near Henties Bay.

    Activities: Shore angling (galjoen, kabeljou, steenbras and other surf species), 4×4 beach driving on designated tracks.

    Amenities:

    • Basic, largely undeveloped coastal camping/fishing spot — bring your own water, shade and supplies

    Note: A fishing permit from the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay or Lüderitz) is required for angling; rates are approximately N$14/month or N$168/year. Vehicles must stay on marked tracks within Dorob National Park.

  • Cape Cross Lodge & Camping

    Cape Cross Lodge & Camping

    Directions: Cape Cross Lodge & Campsite is situated 60km north of Henties Bay and 120km north of Swakopmund, on the Skeleton Coast next to the Cape Fur Seal colony.

    Activities: Visiting the famous Cape Cross seal colony, exploring the Skeleton Coast.

    Amenities:

    • 21 campsites, each with electricity, cold-water wash basin, work surface and private braai area
    • Shared ablutions with hot showers and flush toilets
    • Access to lodge bar and à la carte restaurant
    • Ice, wood, fresh bread and basic supplies for sale, plus limited fuel/diesel
    • Maximum 4 people per site

    Bookings: Visit capecross.org.

  • Sarah se Vals Gat Fsihing Area

    Sarah se Vals Gat Fsihing Area

    Directions: Sarah se Vals Gat Fishing Area is one of the numbered/named fishing spots along the Skeleton Coast north of Henties Bay, towards the Skeleton Coast National Park.

    Activities: Shore angling (galjoen, kabeljou, steenbras and other surf species), 4×4 beach driving on designated tracks.

    Amenities:

    • Basic, largely undeveloped coastal camping/fishing spot — bring your own water, shade and supplies

    Note: A fishing permit from the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay or Lüderitz) is required for angling; rates are approximately N$14/month or N$168/year. Vehicles must stay on marked tracks within the coastal park.

  • Myl 28 Fishing Area

    Myl 28 Fishing Area

    Directions: Myl 28 Fishing Area is one of the numbered/named fishing spots along the Dorob National Park coastline along the coast near Henties Bay.

    Activities: Shore angling (galjoen, kabeljou, steenbras and other surf species), 4×4 beach driving on designated tracks.

    Amenities:

    • Basic, largely undeveloped coastal camping/fishing spot — bring your own water, shade and supplies

    Note: A fishing permit from the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay or Lüderitz) is required for angling; rates are approximately N$14/month or N$168/year. Vehicles must stay on marked tracks within Dorob National Park.

  • Gecko Ridge

    Gecko Ridge

    Ten spacious campsites, semi-enclosed for additional privacy, bestow all the necessities for a camper’s getaway. Another two larger sites provide space for family and friends travelling together.

    The communal ablution facilities are modern and provide all essential conveniences. A separate utility area for washing dishes and doing laundry is also available.

    RATES:

    Email: info@geckoridge.com.na

    Amenities:

    • All sites include Large BBQ Area, Electrical Point and Electric Light
    • N$200 pppn
    • Phone: +264 64 40 6332
  • Marga se Gat

    Marga se Gat

    Directions: Marga se Gat Fishing Area is one of the numbered/named fishing spots along the Dorob National Park coastline along the coast near Henties Bay.

    Activities: Shore angling (galjoen, kabeljou, steenbras and other surf species), 4×4 beach driving on designated tracks.

    Amenities:

    • Basic, largely undeveloped coastal camping/fishing spot — bring your own water, shade and supplies

    Note: A fishing permit from the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay or Lüderitz) is required for angling; rates are approximately N$14/month or N$168/year. Vehicles must stay on marked tracks within Dorob National Park.

  • Myl 26 Fishing Area

    Myl 26 Fishing Area

    Directions: Myl 26 Fishing Area is one of the numbered/named fishing spots along the Dorob National Park coastline along the coast near Henties Bay.

    Activities: Shore angling (galjoen, kabeljou, steenbras and other surf species), 4×4 beach driving on designated tracks.

    Amenities:

    • Basic, largely undeveloped coastal camping/fishing spot — bring your own water, shade and supplies

    Note: A fishing permit from the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay or Lüderitz) is required for angling; rates are approximately N$14/month or N$168/year. Vehicles must stay on marked tracks within Dorob National Park.

  • Gobabeb

    Gobabeb

    Directions: Gobabeb is located in the Namib-Naukluft Park, about 120km southeast of Walvis Bay, at the meeting point of the dune sea, gravel plains and the Kuiseb River.

    Activities: Desert ecology walks and access to the research centre’s guided programmes; a rare opportunity to see three distinct Namib ecosystems in one location.

    Amenities:

    • Clean, neat campsite a few metres from the riverbed
    • Good ablution facilities
    • Individual wind shelters at each site

    Note: Gobabeb is primarily a desert research and training centre; camping is limited and should be arranged in advance.

    Bookings: Visit gobabeb.org.