Gemsbok / Oryx (Oryx gazella)
The most well known and largest of the three oryx species, superbly adapted to survive the harsh Namib environment.
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Namib Desert Live Stream
About the Namib Desert Live Cam
NamibiaCam's Namib Desert waterhole lies within the Gondwana Namib Park, bordering the Namib-Naukluft Park. Built in 2006, the special character of this waterhole has not only an impact on the surrounding wildlife but stretches across the globe — from home to home through live streaming.
The waterhole is situated within an open plain, 8 km from Namib Desert Lodge. A solar-powered borehole fills a nearby reservoir, monitored by a water float that opens as the waterhole's levels decline. Being situated within a remote destination like the Namib Desert, intermittent interruptions may occur at times.
Animals in the area
While the Namib Desert is arid and water is scarce, many animals have successfully adapted to live and thrive in this climate. Within the Namib Sand Sea habitats and micro-environments, visitors may find:
Ostrich
At 2.7 metres tall, the flightless ostrich is the largest bird in the world, found naturally across the savannahs and deserts of Africa.
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Springbok
One of Africa's fastest antelopes at up to 88 km/h, the springbok is also famous for pronking — leaping up to 4 metres into the air.
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Giraffe
The world's tallest animal at up to 6 metres, able to reach leaves no other animal can. Recent studies have identified four distinct species across Africa.
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Cheetah
The fastest land animal, reaching up to 120 km/h. Its slim aerodynamic body, long legs, and elongated tail make it a supreme sprinter.
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Mountain Zebra
One of the most instantly recognisable animals on Earth, with striking black-and-white stripes unique to every individual.
Read moreAccommodation in the area
An oasis for heart and soul where the only sound is the whispering wind — on the dunes, in the desert, beneath a vast star-strewn sky. At Gondwana Namib Park, each accommodation experience offers a chance to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the desert.
Choose between Namib Dune Star Camp, which places you beneath a canopy of stars, or Desert Whisper — a private luxury retreat in the sweeping sandy sea. For elegance grounded in nature, Namib Desert Lodge sits at the foot of ancient petrified dunes. For closer contact with the landscape, Namib Desert Camping2Go and the Namib Desert Campsite offer immersive experiences under the open sky.
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Namib Desert highlights
The Gondwana Namib Park
Established in 2004 when Gondwana Collection Namibia acquired a local guest-farm, the park has grown steadily as additional land was purchased and fences were removed — including those bordering the Namib-Naukluft Park — creating a vast, unfenced wilderness.
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Sustainability Efforts
The Gondwana Namib Park safeguards one of the world's most sensitive desert ecosystems through a model that unites conservation and responsible tourism. Revenue from environmentally conscious hospitality flows directly back into nature protection, ensuring long-term financial sustainability for conservation.
Read moreFrequently Asked Questions
What do the animals eat — it looks dry?
There is grass, trees, and bushes within a one-kilometre radius of the waterhole, which currently provides sufficient food for the animals.
What predators are prevalent in the area?
Sightings include: Spotted Hyena, Cheetah, Leopard, Black-backed Jackal, Bat-eared Fox, Cape Fox, and Small Spotted Genet.
What rock are the animals licking?
The animals are licking a salt block provided by the park rangers. Salt blocks supply key minerals — calcium, magnesium, sodium, and zinc — helping wildlife maintain health and vitality in their mineral-scarce habitat.
Where is the Namib Desert camera located?
The waterhole is situated within the privately owned Gondwana Namib Park, located in the ancient Namib Desert — one of the oldest deserts in the world. All man-made fences have been removed, creating an open area of over 56 540 km². Wildlife roams freely between the park and the neighbouring Namib-Naukluft National Park.
Will the water run dry?
A pipe supplies the waterhole from a nearby reservoir, with a float valve that automatically refills it as levels drop. Animals can also drink directly from the reservoir located about 150 metres behind the camera, though they generally prefer the waterhole. Another waterhole is situated 8 km to the south, near Namib Desert Lodge.
Is the waterhole artificial or natural?
This artificial waterhole was constructed in 2006 following the transformation of the farm into a nature reserve. It was reconstructed in June 2021, featuring a central round "rock" to reduce evaporation and provide a perch for birds. Water is supplied from a reservoir 150 metres to the north-east, filled by a solar-powered pump drawing from a 100-metre deep borehole.
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