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SOSSUSVLEI Desert Lodge
Namib Desert Namibia
&BEYOND Sossusvlei Desert Reserve is set in the far northern part of the NamibRand Nature Reserve in Namibia, a vast area of over 180 000 hectares that lies between the endless dune fields of the Namib Desert and the jagged mountains of the escarpment. Offering an experience that encompasses both sandy dunes and rocky outcrops, guests to the NamibRand are guaranteed to view a variety of desert habitats.
The Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is surrounded by rocky outcrops that form the foothills of the Nubib Mountains, which are visible to the east. A variety of different rock types occur in the area, creating spectacular formations with different textures and colours as far as the eye can see. Vast plains and valley floors extend to the south of the Lodge, where caves and petrified dunes created from sandstone can be viewed. Further south lie vast stretches of distinctive red sand dunes, extending for thousands of square kilometres into the heart of the Namib. Whether rocky hillside, sandy plain, dry river bed or sand dune, each of the habitats found around the Lodge form a home for characteristic plants and animals.
Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
Refresh your spirit and soothe your senses at serene Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, nestled deep in the heart of the ancient but ever-changing Namib Desert. Perched on the edge of a rocky escarpment, this secluded getaway blends into the stark beauty of shifting sands, towering dunes and stony outcrops.
 Sossusvlei Desert Lodge | A calm oasis of peace and comfort in the midst of the world’s oldest desert, the Lodge offers a cosy and comfortable refuge in the vastness of this strange and beautiful land. Let lose your inner child in this ultimate private playground, with its sandy dunes and surreal landscape, as you indulge in dune dinners and picnics in fairy circles. |
Cradled against ancient mountains, looking out onto a broad rocky plain that rises towards distant dunes of fiery sand, Sossusvlei Desert Lodge boasts a location that is at once dramatic and serene.
| Fantastically formed rock formations vie for attention with massive sand dunes as the shifting rays of the sun bring the landscape to life.With just ten villas constructed of stone and glass, guests can enjoy the solitary splendour of this remote landscape in privacy. Suites are air conditioned against the searing heat of day and cosy fireplaces ward off the chill of winter nights. |  Sossusvlei Desert Lodge |
Minimalist interiors echo the stark elegance of the outdoors. Massive windows in the split-level bedroom and sitting room, as well as the ensuite bathroom, open onto the wide plains. Lose yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the desert from the comfort of your private veranda or experience the unaccustomed luxury of an outdoor shower with a view. A glazed glass skylight above the king sized bed lets in the blazing beauty of a clear night sky crammed with stars and your own personal spotting scope reveals clear details of both stars and wildlife.
 Sossusvlei Desert Lodge | Guest areas flow into vast desert views, as the stone and glass structure of the Lodge melts into wraparound verandas. Cool water gushes from an underground spring into the refreshing lodge pool, while an extensive walk-in wine cellar provides refreshment of a different sort. Mouth watering dinners are served by lantern light on the open dining deck or in a surprise location in the nearby dunes. |
When night falls, our resident astronomer reveals the mysteries of the stars in our state of the art observatory.
&BEYOND Sossusvlei Desert Lodge offers a choice of adventures aimed at delighting and informing guests about the surrounding desert. Read more...
| SOSSUSVLEI Desert Lodge Namibia | |
|---|---|
| Desert Villa: Rates in ZAR per person sharing per night | ZAR |
| 07 Jan - 30 Jun 2010 | 2915 |
| 01 Jul - 31 Oct 2010 | 5500 |
| 01 Nov - 20 Dec 2010 | 2915 |
| 21 Dec - 31 Dec 2010 | 5500 |
Rates include: Accommodation • Three meals daily • Soft drinks, house wine, local brand spirits and beers • Teas and coffees • Scheduled safari activities within Namib-Rand Nature Reserve • Refreshments on game drives • Emergency medical evacuation insurance • Laundry • VAT. Rates exclude: • Telephone calls • Safari Shop purchases • Champagne, cognacs, fine wines, premium brand spirits, cigars • Transfers to and from the lodge • Gratuities • Conservancy or park entrance fees (where applicable) • Activities outside of the Namib-Rand Nature Reserve. |  Sossusvlei Desert Lodge |
Activities included at Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
 NamibRand Nature Reserve | Twice-daily nature drives - track down unique desert-adapted wildlife in open vehicles, accompanied by an expert guide. Admire the fascinating and varied terrain, and learn more about the desert fauna and flora. Explore the mysterious fairy circles, where vegetation refuses to grow, and find out how the desert oryx can live without drinking water. |
Dune walks - guests are free to explore the areas surrounding the Lodge on foot. Experience the tranquillity of the desert and marvel at the exceptional plant life, such as the quiver tree, with its attractive yellow flowers. Guided dune walks introduce guests to life below the sands, where many small animals spend the day in cooler burrows. Expeditions to the nearby San caves to view cave paintings can be arranged.
| Quad biking - explore the desert on already established trails on a quad bike. These exciting expeditions, headed by an expert guide, add a thrill of adrenalin to desert exploration. |  NamibRand Nature Reserve |
Picnic excursions - guided tours of the famous Sossusvlei sand dunes and the fascinating Sesriem Canyon, as well as other places of interest in the area, can be arranged.
 Sossusvlei Desert Lodge | Gaze at the stars - each evening resident astronomers give fascinating presentation on the stars and constellations in the southern African sky at our specially designed observatory, complete with powerful telescope. |
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