Mundulea Nature Reserve

black-faced ImpalaMundulea Nature Reserve in the Otavi Mountains is roughly 120 square kilometers of prime Montane Bushveldt set in the unspoilt Karstveldt region south east of Otavi. The Nature Reserve was established at the turn of this century to protect and conserve the biodiversity of this very special area.

It is named after a beautiful purple flowering bush (Mundulea sericea), favourite food of the Eland, and said to have medicinal and magical properties.

Mundulea is situated two hours south of the Namutoni Gate of Etosha National Park and  provides a refreshing change from long hours of driving punctuated by lodges and hotels. 

of dolomite and limestoneWe suggest that you plan your visit towards the end of your holiday (perhaps your last stop before heading back to Windhoek), when you will relish the chance to get out of your vehicle and into the bush. Mundulea offers you relaxed, expertly guided walking trails and environmental exploration. It is a unique opportunity to see and learn first-hand how the eco-systems which support Namibia's vast biodiversity of animals, birds, plants, trees, reptiles and insects really work.

Mundulea's dolomite and limestone mountains are millions of years old. They contain fathomless caves and potholes, deep gorges and underground lakes.  Ancient Leadwood trees,  Marulas, Wild Figs and White Syringa, which provide vast shade canopies, are just part of the wide variety of plants, trees and bushes found on the reserve. Game sightings include Eland, Kudu, Oryx, Hartebeest, Dik Dik, Steinbok, Duiker, Klipspringer and warthog.

Among the predators, Leopard, Cheetah, Brown Hyena, Spotted Hyena, Jackal, Serval and Lynx are all present and have been sighted on several occasions during walks The peace and pace of the trail also affords superb opportunities for birding - some 260 species are found on the reserve.

charging rhinoPoints of interest are built into all walks, which are geared to the individual requirements and abilities of our guests. In practice though, the highlights are always the unexpected finds, the things that happen along the way and the sheer unpredictability of the Namibian bush. We spend each night at fully equipped tented camps, with nothing but campfire chat and a delicious meal to distract you from the glories of the bushveld night skies.

We can meet you at the farm (by prior arrangement only) or can take you there from Swakopmund . In order to cater properly to your interests and needs, we would like to discuss the tour with you in detail, so please contact us directly via email to find out more and make plans.

London Independent newspaper about Mundulea Nature Reserve:
http://travel.independent.co.uk/africa/article2172985.ece