Mata-Mata to Mariental
It is possible to enter Namibia through the Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park. Border formalities must be done at Twee Rivieren and one has to prove that you have booked at least 2 nights in the park.
From Mata Mata to Mariental via Stampriet you will experience the red dune scenery so typical of the the Eastern Region of Namibia commonly known as the Kalahari.
Below, for your convenience we have listed some of the attractions and accommodation along the route.
- More InfoHardap DamHardap Dam is a dam close to Mariental, 260 km south of Windhoek, Namibia. Built in 1962 while Namibia was under South African occupation, Hardap Dam is the largest dam in the country.
- Mariental
- Dams
- More Info Check Availability / Book OnlineIndigo Self CateringWe are located on the road between Aranos and Mariental, on your way from Mata-Mata to Windhoek (on route to the bordergate between Namibia and the Kgalagardi Gemsbok Park), in the oasis of the Kalahari where the water wells up...
- Stampriet,
- Kalahari
- Self Catering
- More InfoGerman War Memorial near GochasUnder an old Camelthorn tree on the bank of the Auob River near Gochas is this German War Memorial.
- Kalahari
- History
- More Info Check Availability / Book OnlineKalahari Game LodgeKalahari Game Lodge is a very special place. The Lodge conforms aesthetically well to the surrounding landscape as if part of the Kalahari itself. Similarly, the furnishings, decor, and trimmings are indicative of a true...
- Mata Mata,
- Kalahari
- Camp Sites
- Lodge
- More InfoGross NabasSouth of Stampriet, 20 km along the C15, is the farm Gross Nabas, the site of one of the bloodiest battles of the war. A small monument on the main road commemorates the battle of 2-4 January 1905, during which the Witbooi Nama...
- Mariental
- History
- More Info Check Availability / Book OnlineTorgos LodgeLocated about 5 km from the Mata-Mata border post into Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Torgos Safari Lodge is situated at the dry Auob River and offers game viewing opportunities.The lodge has an outdoor pool and restaurant. The...
- Mata Mata,
- Kalahari
- Lodge
- More Info Check Availability / Book OnlineLapa Lange Game LodgeSet in the rugged Namibian wilderness lies a relative oasis of luxury. Built around a waterhole this beautiful lodge offers a wide range of accommodation options to travel couples and groups. Choose from a freestanding chalet,...
- Mariental
- Camp Sites
- Lodge
- More Info Check Availability / Book OnlineKalahari Farmstall & AccommodationKalahari Farmstall offers affordable accommodation in en-suite and airconditioned rooms with meals and breakfast or self catering, camping facilities with power points, swimming pool, internet facilities, a farmhouse coffee shop...
- Mata Mata,
- Kalahari
- Bed And Breakfast
- Self Catering
- Camp Sites