Mundulea Bush Camp

Many of the camp's building materials were sourced on the reserve in the form of invasive or fallen trees. It is discreetly tucked into its weeping wattle and Leadwood surrounds - so much so that someone standing just 20meters away might struggle to see it. The camp is reminiscent of a traditional Ovambo homestead, surrounded by stick palings with openings to allow wildlife corridors. The main sitting area is a large dining table built around a tree trunk, accompanied by Leadwood chairs - all handcrafted in Bruno's workshop. The chandelier is an iron wheel, lit with candles. A wrought-iron fire pit provides a cosy spot for nightly pre-dinner drinks. You'll also find plenty of well-curated books on Namibia in the small library.

Accommodation consists of just four double tents for a truly intimate bush camp experience. The canvas tents are stationed on stone platforms, under the cover of another large canvas overhang which also shades a sizable verandah. Ensuite bathrooms are open-air but completely private, with showers, toilets and a basin. With solar-powered lighting and an energy-saving donkey boiler (using only invasive brushwood) for heated showers, they maintain as small a footprint as possible. A small pathway leads from each tent to individual hides, which overlook a waterhole.

A walking safari is particularly rewarding for those who've seen a variety of wildlife and now want a more detailed look into their habitat. On-foot, tailor-made excursions range from a few hours to a full-day - all are lead by the brilliant and engaging Bruno. Enjoy navigating multiple types of terrain, from sloping savannahs and rocky mountains to descents into canyons, gorges, and for the really adventurous, caves. Alternatively, simply sit at a waterhole, tracking and recording game as it comes to you.