safari lodges Namibia
Namibia
sand dunes and salty air
Be moved by rolling red desert dunes and swirling morning mists as you quad bike your way through one of the most enchanting places on earth – the Namib Desert
.
Arrive Windhoek Airport, connect flight to lodge and step into a surreal desert landscape.
.
You will be surrounded by distant horiZon lines, a sprinkling of rugged stony outcrops and vast open spaces of sheer silence under the biggest blue skies.
#FeelingSmall
.
Discover a fascinating array of tiny, bizarre and rather colourful desert fauna and flora on ranger guided day trips and walks.
.
Big game only in northern Namibia like Etosha and its salt pan that can be viewed from space or the arid and rocky Damaraland – home to desert-adapted elephants.
.
The pink-orange sand dunes of Sossusvlei in the south are home to smaller plains game only.
.
For that top of the world feeling, go climb your very own sand dune for striking views of a vast desert landscape and those award-winning holiday pics that will make your friends gasp.
.
Return to your luxurious lodge comforts for an outdoor shower before a star-spangled night of bliss enjoying a delicious chef prepared open-air dinner around roaring fire-pits.
.
At night, a starry glowing milky way magically lights up the world all around you so some rooms come equipped with rather handy black-out curtains. Yep, it’s a ‘desert thing’ so good night and sweet dreams all
.
If you have 2 or 3 nights only, pick one desert lodge and let’s go. Big game or sand dunes?
If you have 4 nights or more, do a few nights in dune camps add a few nights in game camps
if you have 9 to 13 nights, ask about our set departure guided road tours
.
November to March – rainy season with Jan to Mar being the wettest.
April to May sees lush green foliage which can challenge game viewing
Mid-April to late October is dry and peak game viewing season.
.
Discover the vast spaces and silence of Namibia and its ancient Namib desert.
It’s a BIG sky country…
Just beautiful
where to stay Namibia
As Namibia offers such a varied type of Game Reserve landscape, we have chosen a selection of the most popular Reserves and safari lodges representing an authentic desert safari.
.
South of Windhoek and malaria free, discover Sossusvlei and its dunes.
North of Windhoek (malaria meds advised here) we go to Etosha Pan, the arid Damaraland and the remote Skeleton Coast and Kunene River region in the far north-west of Namibia.
First up, the magical ever-changing colours of the mesmerising Sossusvlei dunes
Sossusvlei
Situated in the heart of the Namib Naukluft National Park, the clean-lined and gently curving slopes of the terracotta-hued sand dunes at Sossusvlei rise up to a remarkable 300m and are the most photographed dunes in the world!
.
The magical clarity of light during sunrise and sunset reveals a fascinating and surrealistic landscape changing colour from deep pink to bright orange and makes for one of the most astonishing sights in the world.
.
Sossusvlei is a clay pan, surrounded by enormous sand dunes and close to Deadvlei – the most arid and lifeless place on earth with pitch black sun scorched Camel Thorn trees set against a contrasting backdrop of bleached-white pans, rusty-red dunes and a deep blue sky – a photographer’s dream!
.
Small game here include cheetah, ostrich, springbok, gemsbok, hyena’s, bat-eared fox, black-backed jackal, porcupine, Cape fox, aardwolf and a fascinating array of small desert floor creatures leaving the tiniest tracks in the sand – all well adapted to live in this dry, desert climate where day time temperatures can reach 40 degrees Celsius (and more) and night time temperatures can drop to below zero.
Sossusvlei lodges
Little Kulala
Sossusvlei
Little Kulala Lodge is a magnificent desert retreat located in Namibia’s private Kulala Wilderness Reserve, bordering the iconic Sossusvlei dunes. Its setting offers guests direct access to the towering red dunes of the Namib Desert, as well as sweeping views of the stark yet beautiful desert landscape. Wildlife here includes oryx, springbok, ostrich, and desert-adapted species that thrive in this arid environment.
.
The lodge features 11 climate-controlled villas, each designed with spacious interiors and private plunge pools. Villas open onto expansive decks with rooftop star beds, allowing guests to sleep under the desert sky. The design blends natural materials with contemporary elegance, creating a luxurious yet earthy atmosphere that mirrors the surrounding desert.
.
Central facilities include a stylish lounge, dining areas, bar, and swimming pool, all positioned to maximize views of the desert plains. Activities range from excursions to Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon to guided nature drives, quad biking, hot-air ballooning, and stargazing. Little Kulala Lodge combines exclusivity, romance, and adventure, making it one of Namibia’s most celebrated luxury, desert safari lodge.
rates
rates 2026
R16 260 to R26 747
per person per night
Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is a remote and luxurious retreat set in Namibia’s NamibRand Nature Reserve, one of the largest private reserves in Southern Africa. Its location offers sweeping views of the Namib Desert’s dramatic landscapes, including endless dunes, rugged mountains, and star-filled skies. Wildlife here is desert-adapted, with oryx, springbok, and smaller predators thriving in this stark yet beautiful environment.
.
The lodge features ten glass-fronted villas, each designed to maximize space, light, and connection to the desert. Villas include skylights above comfortable beds for dreamy stargazing, open-air verandas with private plunge pools, and spacious interiors with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the surrounding wilderness. The design blends contemporary elegance with natural materials, creating a tranquil atmosphere that emphasizes both luxury and harmony with the desert.
.
Central facilities include a stylish lounge, dining areas, bar, library, and swimming pool, all positioned to capture panoramic views. Guests enjoy guided nature drives, quad biking, hot-air ballooning, stargazing at the observatory, and excursions to Sossusvlei’s iconic dunes and Sesriem Canyon. Sossusvlei Desert Lodge combines remoteness, romance, and indulgence, making it one of Namibia’s most celebrated desert escapes.
rates
Kulala Lodge
Sossusvlei
Kulala Lodge is a welcoming desert lodge located in Namibia’s private Kulala Wilderness Reserve, offering direct access to the iconic Sossusvlei dunes. Its setting at the foot of the Namib Desert’s red sand dunes makes it one of the best bases for exploring this dramatic landscape, with sweeping views of mountains, plains, and star-filled skies.
.
The lodge features 23 thatched chalets (“kulalas”), each designed to blend into the desert environment. Chalets include en-suite bathrooms and private verandas, with the option to roll beds onto the rooftop for a night under the stars. The design emphasizes simplicity, comfort, and immersion in the desert’s beauty.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, bar, and swimming pool, all positioned to overlook the surrounding wilderness. Activities focus on excursions to Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon, guided nature drives, quad biking, hot-air ballooning, and stargazing. Kulala Lodge combines accessibility, adventure, and understated charm, making it a perfect choice for travelers seeking both comfort and exploration in Namibia’s desert.
rates
Etosha National Park
Completely off the beaten track with far less visitor’s than most other African reserves, the strikingly beautiful, stark and arid Etosha National Park is probably the most rewarding big game destination in Africa.
.
Open grassy woodland and thick scrub spread out around the flat, silvery-white, salt encrusted 5000 square km Etosha Pan upon which dust devils twirl playfully while heat mirages blur an endless horizon.
.
Home to the big 5 – along with 114 species of plains game – game spotting is made incredibly easy by simply waiting patiently at one of the many watering holes dotted across the park. Then watch the game come to you – and quench their desert thirst.
Best season is winter (May-Sept) with cooler days and less shrub for easy viewing while summer sees the return of thousands of waterbirds, including hundreds of thousands of flamingos making their mass breeding grounds in the area.
.
A true untamed wilderness well worth a visit!
Etosha safari lodges
Little Ongava
Etosha
Little Ongava is one of Namibia’s most luxurious and exclusive safari lodges, located within the private Ongava Game Reserve on the edge of Etosha National Park. Perched high on a rocky outcrop, it offers sweeping views across the reserve and its waterholes, creating a dramatic backdrop for wildlife encounters. The lodge is renowned for its intimacy, exclusivity, and access to both Ongava’s rhino-rich reserve and Etosha’s vast landscapes.
.
The lodge accommodates guests in just three spacious villas, each designed for ultimate privacy and indulgence. Villas feature large bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, private plunge pools, and expansive decks overlooking the bush. Elegant interiors blend natural stone and wood with contemporary luxury, creating a serene atmosphere that emphasizes exclusivity.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, bar, and infinity pool, all positioned to maximize panoramic views. Activities include game drives in Ongava Reserve and Etosha National Park, guided walks, and rhino tracking on foot, offering both adventure and conservation-focused experiences. With its small scale, personalized service, and dramatic setting, Little Ongava is often considered one of Namibia’s most luxurious safari lodges, perfect for honeymooners seeking privacy & romance.
rates
rates 2026
R50 800
per person per night
Andersons at Ongava
Etosha
Anderssons at Ongava is a stylish and conservation-focused safari lodge located within Namibia’s Ongava Game Reserve, bordering Etosha National Park and is designed to immerse guests in both wildlife and conservation science.
.
The lodge features eight luxury suites, each with en-suite bathrooms, private decks, and views over a waterhole that attracts rhinos, elephants, and other wildlife. The design blends contemporary elegance with natural materials, creating a modern yet earthy atmosphere.
.
What sets Anderssons apart is its Ongava Research Centre where guests can engage with conservationists about research projects, and gain insight into the reserve’s efforts to protect endangered species, especially black and white rhinos.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, bar, swimming pool, and interactive research hub, all overlooking the waterhole. Activities include game drives in Ongava Reserve and Etosha National Park, guided walks, and rhino tracking.
rates
rates 2026
R23 400
per person per night
Ongava Lodge
Etosha
Ongava Lodge is a luxurious safari lodge located on the private Ongava Game Reserve, bordering Namibia’s Etosha National Park. Its elevated position on a hilltop provides sweeping views across the reserve, offering guests both exclusivity and easy access to one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations.
.
The lodge features 14 stone-and-thatch chalets, each with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, and private verandas overlooking the bush. The design blends rustic charm with modern comfort, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Ongava is particularly renowned for its white and black rhino populations, giving guests rare opportunities to see these endangered animals up close.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, bar, swimming pool, and viewing deck, all positioned to maximize panoramic views. Activities include game drives in Ongava Reserve and Etosha National Park, guided walks, and rhino tracking on foot, led by expert guides. With its intimate scale, prime location, and conservation focus, Ongava Lodge offers one of Namibia’s most rewarding safari experiences.
rates
rates 2026
R17 300
per person per night
Damaraland
The dramatically stark and rugged landscape of Damaraland in north-west Namibia
.
Characterised by valleys and dry riverbeds that carve their way through deep gorges and ancient geological features
.
These rivers are ribbon-like oases that push through the most desolate of terrains offering life giving water to large numbers of wildlife
.
The area boasts the geologically fascinating Twyfelfontein World Heritage Site and is home to around 1200 local Nama, Damara, Riemvasmaaker and Herero people
.
Wildlife include the famous desert-adapted elephant and black rhino
.
In this pristine natural wilderness where the effect of the light brings a constantly changing landscape
.
It’s another world.
Bold and barren – but beautiful
Damaraland safari lodges
Desert Rhino Camp
Damaraland
Desert Rhino Camp is a remote and adventurous safari lodge located in Namibia’s Palmwag Concession. Set in a vast, arid landscape of rolling hills and open plains, the camp is renowned for its unique focus on tracking the critically endangered desert-adapted black rhino. This partnership with Save the Rhino Trust makes it one of the most conservation-driven safari experiences in Africa.
.
The camp features eight comfortable Meru-style tents, each with en-suite bathrooms and shaded verandas overlooking the wilderness. While the design is simple and rustic compared to some of Namibia’s more opulent lodges, it emphasizes immersion in the wild and connection to conservation. The intimate scale ensures personalized service and a strong sense of adventure.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, and campfire space, all designed to foster camaraderie among guests and guides. Activities focus on rhino tracking on foot and by vehicle, alongside game drives to spot desert-adapted elephants, giraffes, and predators. Guests also learn about ongoing conservation efforts and the challenges of protecting rhinos in such a harsh environment.
.
Desert Rhino Camp combines remoteness, authenticity, and purpose, offering travelers not just a safari but a chance to actively participate in one of Africa’s most important wildlife conservation stories.
rates
rates 2026
R11 807 to R18 325
per person sharing
Damaraland Camp
Damaraland
Damaraland Camp is a remote and welcoming safari lodge located in Namibia’s rugged Damaraland region. Surrounded by dramatic mountains, dry riverbeds, and vast plains, the camp offers guests a chance to experience one of the country’s most striking landscapes. Despite the arid environment, the area is home to unique desert-adapted wildlife, most famously the desert-adapted elephants, which roam the valleys alongside oryx, springbok, and occasional predators.
.
The camp features ten thatched units, designed to blend into the environment while providing comfort and space. Each unit includes en-suite bathrooms and shaded verandas with sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness. Built in partnership with the local community, Damaraland Camp emphasizes sustainability and cultural connection, offering guests an authentic yet luxurious desert experience.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, bar, and swimming pool, all positioned to overlook the dramatic landscape. Activities focus on tracking desert-adapted elephants, guided nature walks, and cultural visits to nearby communities, as well as excursions to Twyfelfontein’s ancient rock engravings. Damaraland Camp combines remoteness, community spirit, and wildlife adventure, making it one of Namibia’s most distinctive safari lodges.
rates
rates 2026
R9 131 to R16 019
per person sharing
Doro Nawas Camp
Damaraland
Doro Nawas Camp is a striking safari lodge located in Namibia’s Damaraland, offering sweeping views of the rugged desert landscape. Set on a rocky outcrop above the dry Aba-Huab River valley, the camp overlooks vast plains and distant mountains. The area is known for its dramatic scenery and desert-adapted wildlife, including elephants, oryx, and springbok, as well as cultural sites such as the ancient Twyfelfontein rock engravings.
.
The camp features 16 stone-and-thatch suites, each designed to blend into the environment while offering comfort and space. Suites include en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, and private verandas with panoramic views. Beds can be rolled out onto the deck for a night under the stars, creating a unique and romantic desert experience.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, bar, and swimming pool, all positioned to maximize views of the surrounding wilderness. Activities focus on game drives to track desert-adapted elephants, visits to Twyfelfontein’s UNESCO World Heritage rock art, and guided walks to explore the geology and flora of Damaraland. Doro Nawas Camp combines rugged beauty, cultural heritage, and understated luxury, making it a distinctive desert safari destination.
rates
rates 2026
R7 318 to R11 351
per person sharing
Skeleton Coast and Kunene
Stark desert serenity and deafening silence await in the extreme northwest of Namibia – its most remote and unpopulated region.
.
A study of life in extremes, the desolate Skeleton Coast gives way to endless ancient valleys, rugged terrain and lunar-like dune fields while, even further north, the perennial Kunene River, home to Nile crocodiles, creates a surreal and lush green oasis in this harsh and arid landscape.
.
The local Himba people, along with plains game like gemsbok, springbok, ostrich and mountain zebra thrive on the famous damp (and eerie) coastal fog coming in off the icy Atlantic Ocean every morning.
.
The vast grasslands of nearby Hartmann’s Valley is the best place to view many fascinating examples of the intriguing ‘fairy circle’ phenomenon.
.
It’s quite the small plane journey getting to Skeleton Coast and Kunene but once there…
take a deep breath and be delighted by remote Namibia at its very best.
Skeleton Coast & Kunene lodges
Hoanib Camp
Skeleton Coast
Hoanib Camp is a remote and strikingly beautiful safari lodge located in Namibia’s Kaokoveld, within the Palmwag Concession. Surrounded by rugged mountains, vast gravel plains, and dry riverbeds, it sits in one of the most arid yet captivating landscapes in Africa. Despite the harsh environment, the area supports desert-adapted wildlife such as elephants, lions, giraffes, and oryx, offering guests rare and dramatic encounters in a truly wild setting.
.
The camp features eight stylish tented suites, each designed to maximize comfort while blending seamlessly into the desert surroundings. Elevated on decks, the suites include spacious bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, and shaded verandas that open onto sweeping views of the stark yet mesmerizing terrain. The design emphasizes simplicity and elegance, allowing guests to feel immersed in the raw beauty of the desert while enjoying modern luxuries.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining area, bar, and plunge pool, all positioned to overlook the surrounding wilderness. Activities focus on game drives to track desert-adapted wildlife, visits to the Skeleton Coast, and cultural encounters with local Himba communities. Hoanib Camp combines remoteness, exclusivity, and understated luxury, making it a perfect destination for travelers seeking both adventure and the serene beauty of Namibia’s arid landscapes.
rates
rates 2026
R19 055 to R31 881
per person sharing
Serra Cafema
Kunene
Serra Cafema is one of Africa’s most remote and romantic safari lodges, located on the banks of the Kunene River in Namibia’s far north. Surrounded by the stark beauty of the Hartmann Valley and the Namib Desert’s dunes, it offers breathtaking contrasts between flowing water and arid landscapes. Wildlife here includes oryx, springbok, crocodiles, and desert-adapted species, while cultural encounters with the semi-nomadic Himba people add depth to the experience.
.
The lodge features just eight luxurious villas, built from wood, canvas, and thatch, blending seamlessly into the environment. Each villa includes spacious interiors, private decks, and river views, with design elements that emphasize intimacy and tranquility. The secluded setting and thoughtful layout make Serra Cafema especially appealing for honeymoons, offering couples privacy and immersion in one of the most untouched corners of Africa.
.
Central facilities include a lounge, dining areas, bar, and swimming pool, all overlooking the river. Activities range from boat trips on the Kunene River to guided quad biking across the dunes, nature walks, and cultural visits to Himba communities. With its remoteness, exclusivity, and romantic atmosphere, Serra Cafema is often considered one of the ultimate honeymoon destinations in Namibia.
rates
rates 2026
R17 023 to R28 372
per person sharing
Namibia
Vast silent spaces under the biggest blue skies.
Email us to plan your dream desert safari
based in Cape Town South Africa
so remember
