Palmwag Nature Reserve Namibia, Northern Namibia

Among the Kunene Region in northern Namibia where there lays an expansive, breathtaking basalt landscape is the surreal Palmwag Nature Reserve. Covering an area of roughly 400,000 hectares brimming full of captivating African wildlife such as the Hyena, Leopard, lion, and mountain zebra, there is never a dull moment among the stunning scenery and biodiversity found in the Palmwag Nature Reserve.

A popular spot for rhino watching, there is plenty of outdoor-minded activities to do while in Palmwag. You can do a self-driving trip around the area and see what you stumble upon, but if you want a fuller, educated experience then opting for a guided tour is your best bet. With rugged scenes splayed out in front of you including the spectacular Etendeka Plateau and the basalt plains, any way you decide to explore will surely leave you speechless and enthralled.

The Palmwag Nature Reserve is an important conservation area for endangered species. One of the more famous species is the rare black rhino. With a dedicated camp and tour for watching these uncommon animals, the population of the black rhino species within Palmwag is one of the biggest attractions to the area.

Besides these iconic, rare rhinos you can also expect to see mountain zebras, elephants, and giraffes – basically, any animals that you’d want to see on any good African Safari. These animals are known to roam Palmwag in bountiful numbers due to the 120 km Uniab dry river that draws animals to the area.

Within the Palmwag Nature Reserve grounds, there are multiple camps, lodges, and accommodations to choose from that fit in any budget from economical to exuberant. Pair the lodgings with the stunning landscape and the abundance of wild animals and you’ve got a great place to experience Namibia wilderness and wildlife.