Welcome to Harmonie-C28 

Harmonie C28 is a privately owned farm that offers self-catering and camping facilities along the scenic C28 road. Conveniently located just 90 kilometers west of Windhoek, it is about a two-hour drive from Hosea Kutako International Airport, making it an ideal starting or ending point for a Namibian holiday. The farm is a haven for nature enthusiasts, providing a serene environment perfect for bird watching and enjoying breathtaking sunsets.

The C28 road, known for its well-maintained gravel surface, guides travelers through the stunning landscapes of the Khomas Hochland, Bosua Pass, Blutkoppe, and Tinkas. This route leads to the unique "Moon-landscape" and Welwitschias near Goanikontes. Along the way, visitors can explore historical sites like the old Liebig House and Von Francois Fort, while the challenging Bosua Pass offers an intriguing adventure. Nearby, the Naukluft Park showcases a rich diversity of habitats and wildlife, including springbok, oryx, ostriches, zebra, and Namaqua chameleons, ensuring a truly memorable journey.

The Beauty behind C28 Road

Spanning 320 kilometers, the C28 invites travelers to embark on an unforgettable adventure through Namibia’s diverse and breathtaking landscapes. This route, which stretches from Windhoek to Swakopmund, takes you through the scenic Bosua Pass and the arid beauty of the Namib Desert, finally reaching the dramatic coastline.

• Scenery & Wildlife: The C28 is steeped in history and teeming with an array of birdlife, wildlife, and unique flora, offering a rich tapestry of natural beauty.
• Connectivity: Serving as a crucial link, it connects routes leading north, west, and south, solidifying its role as a key thoroughfare across the country.
• Road Conditions: While predominantly untarred, the road features paved sections on the steep slopes of Bosua Pass.
• Travel Time: The journey typically takes about 5–6 hours without making stops.
• Traffic Flow: With an average of just 10 vehicles per day, traffic is remarkably light.
  Amenities: Travelers need to plan ahead, as there are no fuel stations along the route.

Self Catering Accommodations

We have 5 beautiful chalets available over-looking our beautiful Namibian nature, equipped with everything you will need to relax and enjoy your times.

• 4 Chalets (2 sleeper)
• 1 x 2 Bedroom Chalet (4 sleeper)

Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 10:00.

Chalet 1:

2 single beds or Queen size bed

Chalet 2:

Family Unit, 1 double bed, 2 bunk beds

Chalet 3:

2 x 3/4 beds, sleeper couch

Chalet 4:

Double bed

Chalet 5:

2 ensuite bedrooms & 1 Bunk bed

 
FACLITIES INCLUDED

Facilities are fully equipped for self-catering, including a braai facility with firewood, crockery for four, a four-plate gas stove, bar fridge, microwave, and evaporation cooler. Whether you're traveling as a couple or a family, our chalets provide the perfect retreat.

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Camping @ Harmonie C28

Camping in comfort, whilst enjoying the nature around you.

Choose between 4 camp sites or book our private camp for you and your friends.

Camp 1

Private camp for groups up to 10.
Own, bathroom, kitchen/braai, 220v power, splash mini playground.

Camp 2

Own bathroom, braai, zink, 220v power, communal pool and playground.

Camp 3 

Own bathroom, braai, zink, 220v power, communal pool and playground.

Camp 4 

Own bathroom, braai, zink, 220v power, communal pool and playground.

Camp 5

Own bathroom, braai, zink, 220v power, communal pool and playground.

CAMP SITES FEATURES

Each person is entitled to collect 1 kg of ice daily from Reception. Please make sure to pick it up in person. Additionally, 10 kg of braai wood will be delivered daily when staff clear the ash from the braai area. For those needing more supplies, extra wood and ice are available for purchase at Reception.

Kindly note: Dogs are not permitted in the Splash Pool.

 
FACLITIES INCLUDED

• Private ablutions available
• Shade net/tree for shade
• Braai facilities with wood included
• Shower and flush toilet
• Hot water system
• Electric lights and 220 volt power points
• Drinkable natural water

EXTRA'S

• We supply Braaihout daily
• Braai packs available

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THINGS TO DO

Explore the various activities available to do at Harmonie-C28, while staying in our self-catering units, the farmhouse flat or simply enjoying camping.

 
4x4 Adventures -

 
-SELF-DRIVE 4X4 ROUTE

On the self-drive route you became part of nature and get a good experience of the Khomas Hochland, wild life and birds. There are ample opportunities for photography, and breath-taking viewpoints. The route is also rich in history heritage, with remains of bushmen painting still evident, as part of the attractions on the route.
The self-drive route offers a good challenge for the experienced and as well as the unexperienced driver. With a difficulty grade of the route from a 2 to a 4. A map is available for the 4x4 route with GPS reference points. The circle routes take from 1.5 to 5-6 hours.
Self-drive N$ 200 per vehicle

-GUIDED 4X4 ROUTE

Harmonie C28 offers a guided self-drive 4x4 trips that differ from 3 hours to up to a day.
On the guided route we make sure you know your vehicle and give some guidance for the unexperienced driver.
Depending on the interest of the group, we can visit the rock art, dry waterfalls and viewpoints.
 Each vehicle is self-supporting with fuel, food, snacks, drinks and camping gear. The difficulty grade of the route is between 2 and 5. The difficulty can be adjusted to suite the group. 
Interested parties may contact us for a quotation on dates that you prefer for a booking.
A quote will be given on request.

-4X4 DRIVING GUIDANCE

We also offer 4x4 guidance for first time 4x4 drivers on Namibia's gravel and 4x4 routes. The session normally takes 3 to 4 hours and includes the following main points:

• Know your 4x4
• Gear selection
• How to do sand driving
• How to do 4x4 tracks
• Replacing of punctured wheels
• What to be on the lookout for on the roads

Experienced 4x4 guidance is also on offer. Here you will get the most out of your vehicle with driving on self-made de-bushed mountain roads visiting some breath taking views and landscapes.

The driving guidance is highly recommended for safely navigating any 4x4 routes in Namibia. It will not only ease your nerves on the road ahead, but provide valuable knowledge when encountering difficult roads or situations. This may save you precious time on the road.

Please contact us for a quotation.

Harmonie C28 (owner and staff) will be not responsible for any damages on the vehicle or in person while driving on the 4x4 trails. Driving the 4x4 trails is at own risk.

-FARM DRIVE

Pre-booked farm-drives can be arranged with the owner, Mike. 

Guidance will be given regarding plants, geography, rock art with history of it and farming activities.

You can expect to see kudu, oryx, zebra, baboon, klipspringens and a variety of birds on the trip.

A quote will be given on request

Harmonie C28 (owner and staff) will be not responsible for any damages on the vehicle or in person while driving on the 4x4 trails.

Driving the 4x4 trails is at own risk.

Harmonie C28 (owner and staff) will be not responsible for any damages on the vehicle or in person while driving on the 4x4 trails. Driving the 4x4 trails is at own risk.

Outdoor Activities 

-MOUNTAIN BIKING

Bring your own mountain bike and enjoy more than 40km of roads on the farm. Routes differ from high intense experienced road, long distance gravel and beginner routes. The longer distance riders can also utilize the scenic C28 road which has minimal traffic. Harmonie C28 offers an excellent training opportunity for the Desert Dash, and other events. All of this can be done, while the rest of the family or friends enjoy the rest of the facilities.

The following is currently popular:

• A 2 day stay in the chalet, with meals provided.
• Cycling from Windhoek to Harmonie
• Cycling to Boshua Pass on Saturday and back to Windhoek on the Sunday. (about 270km for the weekend.)
• A quote will be given on request

HIKING

You are welcome to use the 4x4 trails for hiking. (Map available at reception.)

The routes are circular and differ in distance from 7km to 20km.

Be on the lookout for kudu and klipspringers while hiking in the riverbeds. The klipspringers are usually on the high rocky points.  The opportunity to see zebra and oryx are also good if you are out of the riverbed.

Remember to take enough water and a snack if you walk the longer distances.

MTC reception is available on the higher points.

Please inform reception about your hiking plans in case of emergency.

-SWIMMING POOL

Please feel free to use the swimming pool. If the pool is covered please remove the cover and put it back after your swim. Unfortunately no dogs in the pool.

-SUNDOWNER

The Sundowner spot is on the way to the C28 Gravel road.  You will see the sign "MTC & Sundowner".  There you will find MTC reception and after taking a walking route for about 200 meters you will find spots for a sundowner.  Pack your own cool box and snacks and enjoy a beautiful view.

-GROUP FUNCTIONS

We host smaller functions like birthday, corporate, church or group functions. We also cater for meals and the venue. A romantic dinner for 2, can also be booked. A 10x5meter tent/gazebo is available for shade and weather protection at extra cost. A quote will be given on request.

Memorable Activities:

-BIRD WATCHING

Harmonie C28 lies in the heart of the Khomas Hochland Mountains. A two day stay is recommended to ensure the full magnitude of the landscape is experienced. It is best to visit during the summer months between December and February when the migrants are present. Namibia only has one true endemic bird, the Dune Lark, due to the fact that these specialized habitats just stretch over into remote southern Angola. However, Namibia also boasts 14 near-endemics, whose ranges are almost entirely restricted to this country. Harmonie C28 boasts 8 of these 14 near endemic species.

Types of Birds

• Carp's Black Tit
• Rockrunner
• White Tailed Shrike
• Damara Hornbill
• Monteiro's Hornbill
• Ruppell's Parrot
• Rosy Faced Lovebird
• Hartlaub's Francolin

Hiking offers good sighting of some of the special birds. The best hiking time would be early morning, as it will get very hot over the midday and birds will be most active, especially the Hartlaubs Francolin (just after sunrise).

While on the trail, be on the lookout for the Rockrunner on the sharp rocky edges of the dry river along the route. With almost guaranteed sightings of the short tailed shrike.

Ruppel;'s parrot and the Rosy face lovebirds are quite active in Acacia trees along the riverbed, be attend to their calls when flying between trees.

The white capped morph of the Mountain wheatear and different forms of the Sabota Lark (thicker bill) and Short-toed Rock Thrush (White cap) can also be seen.

Other birds seen quite regularly along the route are Carp's Tit, Pririt Batis, Red-billed Spurfowl, White-throated Canary, Crimson-breasted Shrike and Barred Wren-Warbler are worth a mention.

Monteiro's Hornbills are frequently seen while hiking, with the Damara Hornbill being scarcer.

-ROCK ART

Harmonie-C28 is home of various different rock art that dates back 150 years. At this time the Bushman migrated with the game and found shelter in the Khomas Hochland mountains. The remains of settlement are evident. They continue this migration for many generations. There are 2 visible sites on the farm and is accessible on the 4x4 route and on a 1.1km hike. It is always advisable to make use of a guide.

-CREATURES & CRITTERS

The smaller things are more often the most satisfying experiences and there is no shortage of that. Although it could be considered creepy, the different variety of insects, bee's, lizards, gecko's, spiders and scorpions are amazing to find and see. There is a special kind of satisfaction when experiencing the natural environment and being able to identify the different species. For a beginner this is the perfect opportunity to get closer to this type of wild live and you will be amazed how big the small critter world really is.

-SKY WATCHING

The clear and cloudless skies in Khomas Hochland attract amateur astronomers and professional alike. The night sky is an unforgettable experience for someone living in the city.

Guided star gazing weekends can be arranged.

A quote will be given on request. Or simply enjoy it on your own.