Von Bach Nature Reserve
Park entry
The resort lies inside the Von Bach Nature Reserve, which belongs to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT). You come in through the park gate. Only campers pay park fees: guests staying in our rooms and conference or function guests do not.
Gate open 07h00 to 19h00
Park fees: campers only, cash at the gate
Park fees for campers
Per person older than 17
Namibian
N$40
SADC citizen
N$130
Foreign visitor
N$200
Vehicles
Car
N$60
Bus
up to N$400
Set by the Ministry and may change. Cash only.
Who pays park fees
- Campers, overnight or for the day, pay park fees in cash at the gate.
- Guests staying in our chalets and bungalows do not pay park fees.
- Conference, function and group guests booked with us do not pay park fees.
- Not sure? WhatsApp 081 341 9180.
At the gate
- Permit: scanned at the gate. Keep it in your vehicle.
- Booking reference: have it ready. There is no entry without a confirmed booking.
- Receipt: keep your Tungeni receipt visible in your vehicle.
Arrival and opening times
Times
Your stay
- Park gate
- 07h00 to 19h00
- Check-in
- from 14h00
- Check-out
- 08h00 to 11h00
- Hand in your keys in person where you checked in.
- Campsite check-out
- 11h00
- Day visits
- 07h00 to 18h30
Arriving late? Phone 081 341 9180 before you leave.
Daw Restaurant
- Breakfast, weekdays
- 07h00 to 09h00
- Breakfast, weekends
- 08h00 to 10h00
- Lunch
- 12h00 to 14h00
- Dinner
- 19h00 to 21h00
- Fully licensed. Cards are accepted at the restaurant.
- With a confirmed restaurant booking you pay no day visit fee.
How it works
Booking and payment
Ask for a quote
Use the booking form, email info@tungeni.com or WhatsApp 081 341 9180. For a group day or function, use the group form.
We send you a quote
A PDF with a quote number, the prices and our terms.
Confirm
Reply to the email to say yes.
Pay
By EFT, with the quote number as the payment reference. Government offices and companies can send a purchase order instead.
Send the proof of payment
Your date is secured once we have it.
When to pay
Full payment or a purchase order at least 5 working days before arrival.
- Paying cash into our account? The bank's cash handling fees are added to your bill.
- Cards are accepted at the restaurant. Campers pay the park fees at the gate in cash.
Cancellation fees
- 14 to 7 days prior to arrival75% fee
- Less than 7 days prior to arrival100%
- No show100%
Camping at the dam
Camping
Twenty campsites under the trees and shade roofs, close to the water. Each site takes up to 6 people.
- No electricity
- Running water
- Braai stand and a shaded table for 4
- Boat parking at your site
- Shared ablutions: flush toilets and “donkey” showers
- Check-in 14h00, check-out 11h00
Bring your own boat or canoe: launch fees are below. Our sewage system is delicate, so no wet wipes, nappies, sanitary pads, plastic or cotton in the toilets and showers.
Camping prices
Overnight
Campsite
N$150per site per night
Adults
N$180pppn
Children 3 to 12
N$100pppn
Day visit
Campsite
N$150per site
Adults
N$80per person
Children 3 to 12
N$40per person
Infants 0 to 2
Free
Boat launch, motorised boats and jet-ski
N$300per boat
Boat launch, rowing boats or canoes
N$80per boat
Ages: infants 0 to 2 are free, children 3 to 12 pay the child price, 13 and older pay as adults. Tell us each child's age when you book.
Campers also pay the park fees at the gate (see Park entry).
Our terms
House rules
Food, drinks and gatherings
- AdmissionRight of admission reserved.
- Own food and drinksNot in the chalets, bungalows or at the pool. Corkage applies to drinks you bring.
- CookingNo braai or gas stove at the pool or between the rooms.
- BraaiAt your campsite or at the Adventure Park braai stands.
- GatheringsNot at the chalets and bungalows. Book the Daw Restaurant, the boma, the Adventure Park, a campsite, the boat or the conference room.
- NoiseNo loud music or parties at the campsite, chalets or bungalows. Quiet after 22h00.
Corkage per bottle
- Soft drinksN$5.50
- Beer or ciderN$12
- Wine or liquorN$90
- SpiritsN$210
Water and safety
- Own riskBoat cruise, kayaks and pool. There is no lifeguard on duty.
- PoolNo diving.
- BoatsOff the water from 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise.
- ParkingYou enter the park and park your car at your own risk.
In the reserve
- PetsNo pets or other animals.
- Speed20 km/h.
- WildlifeDo not feed the animals. No drones.
- FirewoodDo not collect firewood.
- FishingValid licence needed (Ministry of Fisheries, inland permit from Windhoek or Swakopmund).
- CatchNo fishing after 19h00. At most 10 fish of one kind, none under 17 cm.
- VehiclesNo motorcycles or scooters.
- LitterUse the bins.
Packing list
What to bring
- Campers: cash for the park fees
- Your reservation reference number
- Swimming towels and sunscreen
- A warm jacket for the evening
- Comfortable or hiking shoes
- Binoculars
- Your medication, such as asthma pumps
- Mosquito repellent
