| Location | Central Etosha, 19.05° S, 16.47° E |
|---|---|
| Nearest gate | Anderson Gate (~75 km) or Von Lindequist Gate (~70 km) |
| Distance from Windhoek | ~470 km (5.5 hr drive via Anderson Gate) |
| Accommodation types | 7 (camping, double room, bush chalets, family chalet, honeymoon suite) |
| Signature feature | Moringa floodlit waterhole + mopane woodland setting |
| Check-in / check-out | 14:00 / 10:00 |
| Camp facilities | Restaurant, swimming pool, fuel station, shop |
Why stay at Halali Camp
Halali Camp sits at the geographical heart of Etosha National Park, roughly halfway between Anderson Gate (south-west) and Von Lindequist Gate (east) — the natural mid-park base for visitors splitting an itinerary between Western and Eastern Etosha. Set in mopane and tamboti woodland on the southern rim of the Etosha Pan, the camp is built around the Moringa floodlit waterhole, a smaller and quieter alternative to Okaukuejo where black rhino and elephant arrive after dark. Accommodation runs from camping pitches through seven room and chalet types, including the only honeymoon suite in the in-park camps. Halali also has the park’s most reliable shade — mature trees throughout the camp — making it a comfortable midday return base during the October heat.
Accommodation at Halali Camp
Seven accommodation types. All chalets and rooms include breakfast. Honeymoon Suite and Family Chalet sell out 6–9 months ahead in peak season.
- Camp Site (max 8 people) — electricity, ablutions, braai facilities, shaded by mopane
- Double Room — standard twin or king, incl. breakfast
- Bush Chalet (2 beds) — thatched stand-alone unit
- Bush Chalet (Disabled Access) (2 beds) — wheelchair-accessible
- Bush Chalet (4 beds, minimum 3 occupants) — family-size, two bedrooms
- Family Chalet (4 beds, minimum 3) — larger family layout
- Honeymoon Suite — the only suite-class unit inside the park
The Halali Moringa waterhole
The Moringa floodlit waterhole at Halali Camp draws nightly elephant arrivals through the dry season, with black rhino sightings on most evenings from June to October. The viewing area sits on an elevated rocky outcrop, giving guests a natural amphitheatre over the water. Unlike Okaukuejo’s busier waterhole, Moringa is quieter — typically 10–20 viewers at any time — and the elevated position offers better photography angles. The waterhole is open 24/7 to camp guests; floodlights run from sunset to sunrise. Best dry-season viewing windows are 19:00–21:30 and pre-dawn 05:00–06:00.
Wildlife and waterholes near Halali Camp
From Halali, the most productive day-drive waterholes are:
- Goas — 14 km east; one of the park’s best elephant waterholes in the dry season
- Nuamses — 19 km east; predictable mixed game, often with lion activity
- Rietfontein — 35 km west; large elephant aggregations late in the dry season
- Salvadora — 60 km west; reachable on a full-day Western Etosha drive
- Chudop — 30 km east; elephant and giraffe near Namutoni territory
See the Etosha Waterholes Guide for the full inventory.
Activities at Halali Camp
- Self-drive game drives — 60 km/h main roads, 40 km/h at waterholes
- Guided morning game drive — 3 hours, 06:00 departure, NAD 650 per person
- Guided afternoon game drive — 3 hours, 14:30 departure, NAD 650 per person
- Guided night drive — 2 hours, post-sunset, NAD 750 per person
- Moringa waterhole viewing — included, 24/7 access
- Restaurant, swimming pool, fuel station, shop — on-camp amenities
Halali Camp rates (2026)
| Accommodation | Nov 2025 - Jun 2026 | Jul 2026 - Oct 2026 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Sharing | Single Rate | Per Person Sharing | Single Rate | ||
| Double Room | Incl. Breakfast | NAD 1400 | NAD 1520 | NAD 1690 | NAD 2080 |
| Bush Chalet (4 Beds) Minimum - 3 People | Incl. Breakfast | NAD 1540 | NAD 2080 | ||
| Bush Chalet (2 Beds) | Incl.Breakfast | NAD 1540 | NAD 1770 | NAD 2080 | NAD 2300 |
| Bush Chalet (2 Beds) - Disabled Access | Incl. Breakfast | NAD 1540 | NAD 1770 | NAD 2080 | NAD 2300 |
| Family Chalet (4 Beds) Minimum - 3 People | Incl. Breakfast | NAD 2380 | NAD 2450 | ||
| Honeymoon Suite | Incl. Breakfast | NAD 1850 | NAD 2080 | NAD 2770 | NAD 3000 |
| Camp Site (Max 8 People) | NAD 460 | NAD 550 |
What’s included with your stay
- Accommodation in the room or chalet type booked
- Breakfast (chalets and rooms, not camping)
- Use of the swimming pool and waterhole viewing area
- Linen and electricity in serviced units
What’s not included
- Park entry fees: NAD 280 per foreign (non-SADC) adult per day (NAD 140 entrance + NAD 140 conservation, effective 1 April 2026 per MEFT); SADC adults NAD 180; Namibian adults NAD 60; vehicle ≤10 seats NAD 60 per day — payable at the gate
- Lunch and dinner
- Guided game-drive activities
- Any conservancy or community levies
Compare Halali with the other Etosha National Park camps
| Camp | Setting | Signature feature | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Okaukuejo | Western Etosha, southern access | Floodlit waterhole — nightly rhino sightings | First-timers; book waterhole-view chalets 9–12 months ahead |
| Halali | Central, mopane woodland | Moringa floodlit waterhole; smaller, quieter | Mid-park base splitting east/west itineraries |
| Namutoni | Eastern Etosha, historic fort | 1906 German fort; adjacent to Fischer’s Pan wetland | Birding, leopard & cheetah viewing |
| Dolomite Camp | Western concession | Elevated dolomite-outcrop chalets | Premium experience; exclusive western-zone access |
Frequently asked questions about Halali Camp
How far is Halali from Okaukuejo?
Halali Camp is approximately 70 km east of Okaukuejo Camp along the C38 park road — about 90 minutes’ drive at the 60 km/h speed limit.
Is Halali a good mid-park base?
Yes. Halali is the geographic centre of Etosha National Park, making it the natural mid-itinerary base when splitting time between Anderson Gate (west) and Von Lindequist Gate (east).
How does the Moringa waterhole compare with Okaukuejo’s?
Moringa is smaller, quieter, and has an elevated viewing position, giving better photography angles. Okaukuejo’s waterhole is busier and draws more megafauna on average; Moringa offers more intimate viewing.
Does Halali have a fuel station?
Yes. Halali Camp has a fuel station; check current opening hours on arrival at the gate.
Is the Honeymoon Suite worth the upgrade?
The Honeymoon Suite is the only suite-class unit across all Etosha National Park camps. For special occasions or longer stays at Halali, it’s a unique option not available elsewhere inside the park.
Plan your Etosha visit
Halali Camp is the natural pairing for a multi-camp itinerary. Combine it with Okaukuejo Camp (west) and Namutoni Camp (east) for a full transect of the park. Read the complete Etosha National Park guide or browse other Etosha National Park camps.