Erongo is Namibia’s most visited coastal and central region, stretching from the Atlantic seaboard at Swakopmund and Walvis Bay inland to the granite domes of Spitzkoppe and the Erongo Mountains. It has more campsites in our directory than any other region — from full-service coastal caravan parks to remote fishing spots along the Skeleton Coast and rustic bush camps near ancient San rock art. Erongo works well as a base for both beach time and desert scenery without the long drives needed elsewhere in the country.
Directions: Kries se Rus is a NamibRand/Namib-Naukluft National Park campsite near Solitaire and the Gaub Pass, close to the main road.
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Bookings: A permit from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET) is required; sites are first-come, first-served and cannot be pre-booked. MET offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Sesriem are open Mon-Fri, 08:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:00.
Directions: In Namib-Naukluft National Park, about 123 km from Swakopmund, among small kopjes near a dam.
No facilities or reception – bring your own equipment, food, water and firewood. A permit must be bought in advance from a Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET) office (Swakopmund, Walvis Bay or Sesriem, Mon–Fri 08:00–13:00 & 14:00–17:00). First-come, first-served – no advance booking.
Directions: Bennie se Rooi Lorrie Fishing Spot 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.
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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.
Directions: Klein Eden Guest Farm is located about 30km from Omaruru, alongside a river.
Activities: Game drives (on request), archery, clay pigeon shooting, and hiking trails along the Omaruru River.
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Bookings: Contact the farm directly for camping rates and availability.
Directions: In the Kuiseb River valley, Namib-Naukluft National Park, on the border between sandy desert (south) and rocky Namib (north).
Basic and undeveloped: concrete braai area and a long-drop toilet only – no ablutions or water, so bring everything you need. Permit required from a MET office (Walvis Bay, Swakopmund or Sesriem); first-come, first-served, no advance booking.
Rate: Permit around N$80 pp plus N$10 per vehicle; campsite around N$80 for up to 4 people (confirm current rates).
Directions: Myl 32 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:
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.
Directions: Langstrand is a small seaside settlement on the B2 between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, within the Walvis Bay municipal area.
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Note: The site is close to the main coastal road and can be noisy at night. Facility condition varies by season — contact the municipality for current rates and upkeep status.
Directions: Chrismis Baai 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:
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.
Directions: Mile 4 Caravan Park is located on Dolphin Drive, north of Swakopmund on the coast, right next to the beach.
Activities: Beach walks, fishing and sunset viewing from the bar deck.
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Rates: From around N$80-100 per person for basic sites; sites with electricity around N$160 plus N$100 per person.
Bookings: Tel +264 64 461 781, email manager@mile4swkp.com.