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Waterberg Plateau Park
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Protected landscape

Waterberg Plateau Park

Otjozondjupa

Sandstone cliffs rise above permanent springs and savannah. The plateau has played a major role in breeding rare species for conservation elsewhere in Namibia.

Plan your visit

What makes it special

Waterberg · Etjo sandstone

Guided plateau drives and short resort walks are documented alongside longer hiking routes; each has its own arrangements.

Protected area
405 km²
Responsible organisation
MEFT Namibia

Plan your visit

Access & arrangements

Book plateau hiking trails in advance, whether guided or unguided. Short walking trails within the resort are documented separately from the longer plateau routes.

Opening hours

Confirm opening hours with the site before travelling.

Admission & permits

MEFT schedule effective 1 April 2026: adult park entrance plus conservation fee, N$60 Namibian citizens, N$180 SADC nationals, N$280 other foreign nationals. Vehicle fee: N$60 for up to 10 seats. Child categories, other vehicles and additional services follow the official schedule.

Information checked on 31 October 2026

Sources & image credits

Information checked on 31 October 2026

Namibia Wildlife Resorts