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Gili_S Says: If you have the time and it is warm enough (it is usually is) in the camp there is also a swimming pool and as you can see from this photo, it was not very crowded :)
Gili_S Says: There is a small lake in this Daan Viljoen Park, not sure of its name but this is unique and very special in this dry environment has lots of animals and birds around it.
Gili_S Says: While hanging around here in the park, watch out also for the small animals, sometimes they are not that easy to spot as they have perfect camouflage. In this case, few small lizards.
Gili_S Says: The Daan Viljoen Game Park is good for walking and no needed to use the car while hanging around here, I guess it is also rather safe. In this case I spotted not very far from us this Gnu.
Gili_S Says: That was my first day in Namibia here and of course I went all the way to Africa to watch wild animals, this Daan Viljoen Game Park was a good start before getting into the real wild life of the more famous parks later. Anyway, here I could spot some common antelopes as in...
nora_south_africa Says: The game park excludes potentially dangerous game species such as elephant, buffalo and the large cats, which means that visitors can safely explore the park on foot. The trail is undertaken at the hikers' own risk. Own food and water must be provided. The unguided trail of...
overnight and camping: budget accommodation
nora_south_africa Says: Overnight Accommodation Price per day Bungalows (2 beds) Single N$170 Bungalow (2 beds) Double N$220 'Die Kraal' entertainment area N$430 'Die Es' entertainment area N$650 Camp or Caravan site N$90 Day visitor picnic site N$90 ( check for price at time of booking as prices...
Gili_S Says: The Daan Viljoen Camp site is a good option for someone who prefer the nature stay for the city, especially in a case where I went all the way to Africa and wasn't really interested to stay in Windhoek hotel. It only took about an hour to drive here and the camp basic...
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Somewhere in the park there was a restaurant but as this was the first day in Namibia, that was not very tempting and we already did some shopping earlier for fresh food back in the supermarket in Windhoek. As you can see in the image here, you can select a spot with your car where you can used the camp grill facility to cook whatever is in your menu. You will need your own wood to start the fire.
Written Oct 17, 2009
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We got our rental car in Windhoek and after getting our supply we drove straight here for the park. That is of course the easiest way to get here, I am not sure if there is any bus line to take you here :)))
It is about one hour drive from Windhoek, take road C28.
Written Oct 17, 2009
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As the Daan Viljoen Game Park is known for walking and trekking you also have to remember that there are wild animals here which can be danger if you do get too close to them. be aware when you are walking around and watch out for the large animals.
Written Oct 17, 2009
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Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Good walking shoes for comfortable walking around here. Light safari cloths recommended for better camouflage, walking around you do not want to scare the animals. Be aware that bright colours might attract insects.
If you visit here during winter months (June-August) warm cloths is a MUST.
It can get very cold here at night.
Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Warm sleeping bags in the winter as it will be cold at night.
Written Oct 17, 2009
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Favorite thing: The Dan Viljoen National Park is one of the smallest in Namibia, but it is unique for the area because of its small lake in the middle. It is perfect place for short walks and trekking. The landscape is just amazing and it is very close to Windhoek so you can visit this place even if you have only one day.
***** Latest I heard this park is temporary closed for changes. Verify in advance before you plan visiting here.
Written Oct 17, 2009
The Dan Viljoen National Park is one of the smallest in Namibia, but it is unique for the area because of its small lake in the middle. It is perfect place for short walks and trekking. The landscape...
Daan Viljoen Park can be reached driving down Sam Nujoma Avenue for 18 kilometres from Windhoek. The turn-off is clearly signposted. The park, located amongst hills of Khomas Hochland, is the smallest...
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