DAAN VILJOEN GAME PARK

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Situated amongst the rolling hills of the Khomas Hochland, the Daan Viljoen Game Park is a sanctuary for game typical of Namibia's highland. Because of its proximity to Windhoek and its tranquil setting, it is a popular overnight stop for visitors who wish to avoid the hustle and bustle of the capital. At weekends it is also popular with Windhoekers.
Although small, the park supports a healthy game population and is also a good spot for bird-watching. In addition to the tarred access road, there is a 6,4 km gravel-surface circular drive which facilitates game-viewing.
However, the best way to get a closer look at the plants and animals of the park is on foot. As there are no large predators in the park, visitors are encouraged to make use of the walking trails.

WHERE :
From Windhoek take the C28 west for +/- 15 km. The Daan Viljoen Game Park turn-off is clearly marked, and the gate is 1,5 km from the main road. The park office is another 2,5 km along this road.

ACCOMODATION :
Accommodation consists of two-bedded bungalows equipped with a refridgerator, kettle, hot plate and wash basin, as well as an outside fireplace. Field kitchens with gas cookers and a scullery, as well as ablution facilities, are shared.
Camp sites with communal ablutions are available for those who enjoy getting down to basics.

FACILITIES :
There is a restaurant, kiosk and swimming pool. For day visitors there are picnic sites along the edge of the dam, while two open-air entertainment areas are popular with groups. No service station is available in the park.

ADMISSION FEES :

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Adults N$ 10.00
Children (6-16) N$ 1.00
Sedan N$ 10.00
Mini-bus (up to 10 seats) N$ 10.00
Bus, 11 - 25 seater N$ 30.00
Bus, 26 - 50 seater N$ 80.00
Bus, 51 and more seats N$ 120.00

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

Please note: Only overnight visitors with reserved accommodation may enter the camp until 24h00.
Day visitors must make prior arrangements for their expected visits at the camps, Tel. (+264 61) 22-6806, Fax (+264 61) 23-2393, and must leave the camp before 18h00.

No pets are allowed. There are kennels at the gate where visitors may leave their animals, but they have to take care of pets themselves.

Restaurant hours: 07h30 to 09h00; 12h00 to 14h00; 19h00 to 22h00. Meal times: 07h30 to 08h30; 12h00 to 13h30; 19h00 to 20h30.
Open throughout the year.
No motor-cycle, scooters and power-cycles.

Daan Viljoen Unguided Hiking Trail: (+/-32 km):
There is an un-guided trail which starts at 9h00 from the office of the Daan Viljoen Rest Camp. Only one group of 3 - 12 persons is allowed per trail. Cost is N$50.00 per person. Reservations to be made well in advance at the reservations office in Windhoek. Hikers must provide own food and equipment.
The Trail is undertaken at the hikers own risk.

For more information, or to make a reservation, please contact :

Director of Tourism
RESERVATIONS
Private Bag 13267
WINDHOEK
Namibia
Tel : (+264 61) 23-6975
Fax : (+264 61) 22-4900
E-Mail : reservations@iwwn.com.na

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