Natural Selection will launch Hoanib Elephant Camp in Namibia's remote Kaokoland region in May 2026, offering guests an opportunity to observe desert-adapted elephants in one of Africa's most rugged landscapes.
The solar-powered, under-canvas camp will feature 10 spacious tents (eight twin rooms and two family units), each with private plunge pools, air conditioning and both indoor and outdoor showers. The ecoconscious design incorporates rammed-earth walls and insulated canvas roofs for natural climate control.
Located in the northwest region of Namibia, the camp will serve as a base for tracking desert-adapted wildlife, including elephants, giraffe, lion, and black rhino. Additional activities will include nature walks, cultural visits to Himba communities, Skeleton Coast excursions, and stargazing experiences.
Camp facilities will include a main lounge and dining area, outdoor deck with swimming pool, wellness spa, and fire pit. The property will operate on 100% solar power with a full water treatment system to minimize environmental impact.
Built in partnership with the Sesfontein Conservancy, the camp will directly support several conservation initiatives including black rhino relocation programs, desert-dwelling giraffe conservation and a desert lion early-warning conflict mitigation system to reduce human-wildlife conflicts.
Rates will range from approximately $970 to $1,580 per night, with the camp operating year-round.
Natural Selection operates a collection of owner-operated safari camps and lodges across Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, with a focus on conservation-driven tourism.