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.
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:
Gemsbok (Oryx gazella) is the common name for the most well known and largest of the three oryx species. Their coat is a light brown/grey color and the top of their legs are black. They have a dark strip extending from their chin, down their neck and also along their shoulder joints. The face has black and white facial markings, which makes them easily identifiable.
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The 2.7-metre-tall flightless ostrich (Struthio camelus) is the largest bird in the world and occurs naturally across the savannahs and deserts of Africa. Ostriches can run at speeds of up to 50 km/h and sprint at nearly 70 km/h. Their powerful, long legs enable them to cover an impressive three to five meters in a single stride.
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The Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) can reach a top speed of up to 88km/h, putting it on the list of the top ten fastest land animals. Its speed allows it to outrun (most of the time) any predator. However, the Springbok is not only known for its speed, but especially for its unique method of jumping up to four meters into the air.
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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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The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) is superbly built for speed. Its slim, aerodynamic body, long legs and elongated tail allow it to reach speeds of up to 120 km/h, making it the fastest land animal. The coat is covered in solid black spots, while the final third of the tail is marked with distinct black rings.
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One of the most instantly recognisable animals on Earth, with striking black-and-white stripes unique to every individual.
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The Blue Wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) is one of only two wildebeest species. Standing about 1.4 meters at the shoulder and measuring up to 2.4 meters from head to tail, this robust antelope weighs around 200 kg. Both males and females sport curved horns, while its striking grey coat is complemented by a black mane and a distinctive black beard.
The Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas) is a medium-sized, dog-like predator known for its distinctive coat. Its black fur, flecked with white, forms a “saddle” pattern that is broad across the neck and shoulders and tapers toward the tail. White fur highlights the muzzle, throat, and chest, creating a striking contrast against its darker back.
The Dune Lark (Calendulauda erythrochlamys) is a medium-sized bird uniquely adapted to the Namib Desert. Its sandy, rufous-colored upperparts and wing covers blend seamlessly with the desert environment, while its brown tail, white underparts, and unmarked face complete its subtle plumage. Endemic to this arid region, the Dune Lark can be observed year-round, with pairs often remaining close together.
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, The Desert Grace is the lodge for you. 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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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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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 moreThere is grass, trees, and bushes within a one-kilometre radius of the waterhole, which currently provides sufficient food for the animals.
Sightings include: Spotted Hyena, Cheetah, Leopard, Black-backed Jackal, Bat-eared Fox, Cape Fox, and Small Spotted Genet.
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.
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.
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.
Animals seen at the water include:
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.
These animals are not found in this area of Namibia.
They do, however, occur in the northern parts of Namibia.
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