The Waterberg Plateau is one of the most spectacular features of the northern region. Towering some 200 metres above the surrounding landscape, the plateau with its sheer cliffs and fascinating rock formations is the habitat and breeding ground of several rare game species including rhinoceros, buffalo, and sable and roan antelope.
The plateau can be explored on foot by means of self-guided wilderness trials, or by vehicle on guided game-viewing excursions offered by conservation officials. Here tourists may enjoy one of the finest resorts in Namibia, the Waterberg Plateau Park Resort.
One of the Waterbergs many interesting facets is its diversity of flowering plants, trees and shrubs.
Enormous common cluster leaf figs form dense canopies in the vicinity of the springs, where ferns create a verdant undergrowth.
Among the rocky outcrops are splashes of brightly coloured lichens, of which there are over 140 species in the Waterberg.
Accommodation at Waterberg Rest Camp (formerly known as Bernabe de la Bat Rest Camp) is in bungalows, each with a kitchen equipped with a hot plate, kettle and refridgerator, but no crockery, cutlery or cooking utensils. Each bungalow has its own outside braai area.
Facilities at the camp include a restaurant, kiosk which is open outside restaurant hours and a swimming pool at the Rasthaus complex. Adjacent to the reception office is a shop which stocks basic groceries, beer and wine as well as wood and souvenirs.
Rates Include
Breakfast is included.
Children Policy
Directions For Drivers
From Windhoek: Take the B1 north via Okahandja heading towards Otjiwarongo. Approximately 28 km before Otjiwarongo, take the C22 turn-off to the right, and follow this road for approximately 42 km until you take the D2512 towards the Waterberg Plateau. Approximately 24 km along this road, you will see the turnoff to the Waterberg National Park entrance. This is measured from the centre of Windhoek to Waterberg, so please allow for the extra km that you will drive from specific lodge to lodge. Approximately 246 km/3 hours excluding stops.
From Swakopmund: Take the B2 via Usakos to Karibib. Just outside Karibib you will turn northwards onto the C33, and drive via Omaruru to Otjiwarongo. Otjiwarongo is a good town at which to stop for a break, fuel and maybe some shopping for snacks and drinks in the big Spar supermarket here. There is also a Wimpy restaurant next to the Spar. Make sure you keep your car locked, and that no valuables are on display. From Otjiwarongo, travel south on the B1 in the direction of Okahandja. After approximately 28 km on this road, take the C22 turn-off to the left, and follow this road for approximately 42 km until you take the D2512 towards the Waterberg Plateau. Approximately 24 km along this road, you will see the turnoff to the Waterberg National Park entrance. This is measured from the centre of Swakopmund to Waterberg, so please allow for the extra km that you will drive from specific lodge to lodge. Approximately 462 km/5.5 hours excluding stops.
From Etosha National Park/Okaukuejo: Departing from Okaukuejo you will take the C38 road to Outjo, exiting the park through the Andersson gate. From Outjo continue on the C38 to Otjiwarongo. Otjiwarongo is a good town at which to stop for a break, fuel and maybe some shopping for snacks and drinks in the big Spar supermarket here. There is also a Wimpy restaurant next to the Spar. Make sure you keep your car locked, and that no valuables are on display. From Otjiwarongo, travel south on the B1 in the direction of Okahandja. After approximately 28 km on this road, take the C22 turn-off to the left, and follow this road for approximately 42 km until you take the D2512 towards the Waterberg Plateau. Approximately 24 km along this road, you will see the turnoff to the Waterberg National Park entrance. This is measured from Okaukuejo to Waterberg, so please allow for the extra km that you will drive from specific lodge to lodge. Approximately 273 km/3.5 hours excluding stops.
General Information For Guests
All of the bungalows are en-suite and have a fridge/tea station and a barbeque area. Bush chalets each have their own lounge area.
Other facilities at Bernabe de la Bat Rest Camp include a swimming pool with a superb view of the cliffs, a restaurant, bar, shop, kiosk and a filling station.
There are 2 field kitchens equipped with cooking areas.
Morning (at 06:00) and afternoon (at 14:30) game drive excursions can be arranged (additional cost).
Breakfast is served from 06:30 to 08:30.
Dinner is served from 19:00 to 21:00.
The pool bar is open from 09:00 to 18:00 and also offers lunch.
Tea and coffee is available throughout the day.
