Discover the story of our humble beginnings – how Gondwana started as a nature conservation dream and continues to champion environmental custodianship at the core of its Sustainability philosophy. Gondwana’s nature conservation dream has grown to encompass vast landscapes under its stewardship. From the Palmwag Concession Area in northwestern Namibia to Gondwana Canyon Park in southern Namibia, our conservation efforts aim to have lasting and transformative impacts on the diverse landscapes we operate in. 

In line with our Sustainability philosophy, we are committed to implementing water-wise initiatives at our properties. We have to-date equipped 90% of our lodges with wastewater treatment plants, where treated water is cleaned and safely re-used in lodge gardens. Across our lodges, rooms are fitted with water-efficient devices, and we utilize water-saving appliances throughout lodge kitchens and laundries. We promote water-saving amongst staff and guests through staff training, and through additional awareness signage and gentle reminders to use water wisely, so that we can make every drop count. 

We are committed to creating a sustainable and eco-friendly environment for our guests and the planet. Our energy efficiency initiatives are designed to reduce our carbon footprint while providing you with a comfortable and memorable stay. We have to-date equipped 85% of our lodges with solar panels to harness Namibia’s abundant sunshine. Rooms are fitted with eco-friendly and energy-efficient appliances. Each property reports data on their daily electricity usage and generator readings into an online, live and interactive platform for proactive monitoring of energy consumption. 

Gondwana Collection Namibia is dedicated to responsible waste management, focusing on waste classification, reduction, and recycling to promote a circular economy. Waste from Gondwana lodges is meticulously separated according to material type. We partnered with specialised waste recyclers to responsibly manage various unconventional types of waste and encourage our lodges to find creative ways to repurpose and upcycle materials, reducing waste and promoting a circular economy. 

Guided by Gondwana’s Sustainability philosophy, our operations are envisaged to leave minimal environmental impact while promoting a circular economy. From repurposing material and using renewable resources during property construction to resource disposal, we invest in practices and partnerships that benefit the planet.

We are dedicated to building equitable and sustainable partnerships with the lively communities in which we operate. Our commitment to community impact is rooted in the belief that people helping people is the key to creating a better future for all. We have expanded our reach into the communal areas in the northern, north-eastern, and north-western parts of Namibia through joint venture agreements with conservancies and traditional communities.