Daan Viljoen Park | Windhoek

Information on one of Namibia's National parks, the nearest to Windhoek.

Daan Viljoen Park can

be reached driving down Sam Nujoma Avenue for 18 kilometres from Windhoek. The turn-off is daanviljoen.JPG (14005 bytes)

clearly signposted. The park, located amongst hills of Khomas Hochland, is the smallest in Namibia and the nearest to Windhoek.

Sun Karros Daan Viljoen Resort Overview

Welcome to one of the best kept secrets of Namibia, as of recent – The Sun Karros Lifestyle Safari Lodge at Daan Viljoen. You may or may not have heard about the lodge but Daan Viljoen might ring a bell. Sun Karros Lifestyle Safarisis one of the first PPP’s that have been offered the opportunity to work with MET and NWR and a facility was created that surpasses your wildest imagination.

Sun Karros Lifestyle Safaris took ownership of the Daan Viljoen Game Reserve tourism development and re-developed the utilities and service of this beautiful location, breathing new life into an attraction loved and revered by all Namibians and now for all to enjoy once more with world class facilities, great service and spectacular nature to boot.

Situated amongst the rolling hills of the Khomas Hochland the Daan Viljoen Game Reserve has always been a sanctuary to a large population of game species. Sharing this amazing natural reserve and tranquil surroundings Sun Karros offers the visitor luxurious accommodation, plenty of activities, delicious cuisine, professional conference facilities and one of the most spectacular wedding venues in the Windhoek area.

Sun Karros Daan Viljoen Resort Accommodation:
Comfortable chalet accommodation is offered in 19 contemporary African inspired units, two of which are family chalets that cater for medium size families up to four people. Each Chalet is specifically located away from each other and constructed in such a manner to afford both privacy and allow for an unadulterated nature experience. Each chalet offers air-conditioning, satellite TV, private veranda, bar fridge and private BB@/fire pit.

For the avid camper there are 12 large individual camping sites to choose from, including a barbeque, electricity, washbasin and outdoor lighting for each site. Campers can also relax in comfort with luxurious shower and ablution facilities available to all guests, insuring one of the best camping facilities in Namibia.

Sun Karros Daan Viljoen Resort Facilities:
Three unique conference facilities situated on a hill overlooking the dam and Windhoek in the valley horizon, all support service are provided and offered in a one stop events solution.

The Kraal Restaurant offers exquisite Namibian cuisine to all guest whether you are visiting for the day, having a camping adventure or spoiling yourself with luxury chalet living. The mouth-watering Saturday and Sunday lunches are worth a visit.

The resort is perfect for weddings, its close location to Windhoek, luxury accommodation and superb support services provides a picture perfect natural location in a world class and stylishly designed venue. With possibilities of a classic white wedding to a more true Namibian style bush wedding it can be done making your big day the best it can possibly be.

A comprehensive Kiosk at reception provides all the basic necessities one might need and assists with all those unforeseen items when camping or simply don’t want to drive to town for supplies.

Sun Karros Daan Viljoen Resort Location:
Sun Karros is situated 18 km west of Windhoek at the Daan Viljoen Game Reserve.

Name. The park was named after a former Administrator Mr. D. Viljoen who took a major part in establishing the park.
The park is very popular as an alternative place to stay instead of staying in the capital and for day visitors.

The rest camp is located on the banks of Augeigas Dam has bungalows and camping sites.

Wildlife. Several game species can be seen in the park including kudu, red hartebeest, springbok, klipspringer, steenbok, eland and Oryx antelopes, baboons (burglar bars were installed in the kiosk in the vicinity of the restaurant to keep them out), blue wildebeests and giraffes.

As there are no predators you are allowed to leave your anywhere in the park. Bird species: helmeted guinea fowl, red billed francolin, yellow billed hornbill, rock runner. More than 200 bird species can be observed in the park. Bird list can be obtained in the park's office.

Vegetation type of the park is highland savanna. The most common trees are: mountain thorn, camel thorn, buffalo thorn, red bushwillow and candle thorn.

Accommodation
Chalets

Independently located around the Daan Viljoen dam, visitors can now experience all the luxury of a modern day breakaway, in unique, contemporary African chalets. Each one of our 19 chalets are fully equipped with air-conditioned rooms, satellite TV’s and mesmerizing patio views, ensuring the visitor an exclusive and luxurious atmosphere.

19 contemporary African chalets | Air-conditioned rooms | Satellite TV | Bar fridge | Private barbeque | Mesmerizing patio views | Restaurant |
Indigenous wildlife | Hiking trails | Mountain biking trails

Visitors at Sun Karros can also indulge their taste buds with delicious, unique Namibian dishes at our Kraal Restaurant, while gifts and memorabilia are always available at our Kiosk.

Camping

Ideally located next to the Augeigas river, our overnight camping facilities offers campers 12 different camping sites to choose from, including a barbeque, electricity, washbasin and outdoor lighting for each site. Campers can also relax in comfort with luxurious shower and ablution facilities available to all our guests, insuring one of the best camping facilities in Namibia.

Reception with kiosk and internet access | 12 fully equipped camp sites | Private barbeque | Electricity | Restaurant | Indigenous wildlife | Hiking trails | Mountain biking trails | Game drives

Unit type	Number of units	Daily rates per person	Single rate	Note
Bush chalets	20	-	-	Bed and breakfast maximum 2 adults
Suites	20	-	-	Bed and breakfast maximum 2 adults
Camping	30	-	-	Maximum 8 persons per site
Accommodation only: children under the age of 6 stay free of change, 6-12 years old: on request. Provision for children will be made upon arrival; however the booking must be made in advance.

Daan Viljoen Hiking Trail:
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 32 km is open to groups of 3 to 12 persons and 32 km long (normally completed in two days).
Departure time: daily at 9.00 form the park's office, duration: 1 or 2 days.
Reservations should be made well in advance. The price: on request.
Own transport, food and water must be arranged.
Reservations
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Contact & reservations:
P.O. Box 3127 Windhoek, Namibia
Fax: +264 61 244558
E-mail: info@namibweb.com

Reservations are only accepted in writing: by fax or via e-mail.
Final availability confirmation: in writing: by fax or via e-mail.

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