About Nebrownii Waterhole
Situated roughly 7 kilometers east of Okaukuejo Rest Camp, Nebrownii is one of the most heavily visited artificial waterholes in Etosha National Park. Set amidst wide, open chalky plains, this borehole-fed drinking pool offers completely unobstructed, 360-degree views of approaching wildlife from a spacious parking loop.
Because of its close proximity to Okaukuejo and its constant fresh water supply, Nebrownii is a magnet for large breeding herds of elephants that cover themselves in white calcrete dust after drinking. The open surroundings also make it a favored hunting ground for lion prides and a frequent drinking site for cackling clans of spotted hyenas.
Key Facts & Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Waterhole Type | Artificial (Solar/Borehole-fed Perennial) |
| Structure | Raised concrete basin and surrounding natural drinking depression |
| Surrounding Vegetation | Open dwarf shrub savanna & white calcrete plains |
| Best Time of Day | Midday to late afternoon (Elephants) / Early morning (Lions & Hyenas) |
| Peak Season | Dry Season (June to November) |
| Parking Area | Wide gravel parking loop offering unobstructed, multi-angle views |
Looking for Lions, Elephants, or Hyenas?
Nebrownii is famous for white-dusted elephants and open-plain predator sightings. Use our Wildlife Finder to filter Etosha waterholes by species and find prime viewing locations along your drive.
Wildlife Sightings Matrix
| Species | Probability | Behavior / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Elephants | Very High (95%) | Continuous herds drinking, mud-rolling, and dusting in white calcrete earth |
| Lions | High (75%) | Prides resting in low shrubs nearby or drinking during early morning hours |
| Spotted Hyena | High (70%) | Frequent early morning or late afternoon visits in small family groups |
| Plains Zebra & Springbok | Very High (95%) | Massive herds queuing patiently on the open plains around the water |
| Black Rhino | Low (25%) | Occasional visits during quiet, overcast, or late afternoon hours |
Driving Between Okaukuejo & Halali?
Nebrownii is an ideal quick stop after leaving camp. Plan full lunch breaks at nearby fenced rest areas like Olifantsbad or inside Okaukuejo Rest Camp.
Distances from Main Rest Camps & Gates
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Okaukuejo Resort | ~ 7 km | ~ 10 mins |
| Halali Resort | ~ 63 km | ~ 1 hr 10 mins |
| Andersson Gate (South) | ~ 24 km | ~ 25 mins |
| Namutoni Resort | ~ 128 km | ~ 2.3 hrs |
Calculate Central Drives & Download Offline PDFs
Driving east toward Halali from Okaukuejo? Use our interactive route planner to verify track distances, navigate active MEFT road diversions (such as the mandatory Rhino Drive bypass), and download a printable PDF route map before losing cellular signal.
View Nebrownii on Interactive Map
Waterhole Gallery
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Quick Facts
- Region Central-Southern Etosha (Okaukuejo Sector)
- GPS Coords 19°09'47.9"S 15°59'46.0"E
- Water Source Borehole (Perennial)
- Key Attraction Elephants, Lions & Hyenas
- Photo Quality World-Class (360° open views)
- Shade Vehicle Parking Loop
