Sossusvlei is undoubtedly most famous for pictures of its soaring red dunes, their vibrant colors bursting into life as the sun rises behind them. You’ll have to rise early to catch the dawn but every minute of lost sleep is worth it.
Sossusvlei is the most accessible part of a 300km-long, 150km-wide sand desert and the best way to get a feel for the sheer size of the expanse is to climb one of the dunes – then run down again.
Kulala Desert Lodge is situated in the 37 000 hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve bordering the Namib Naukluft Park, there is an abundance of space and silence to be found here and the opportunity to visit the breathtaking Sossusvlei dunes at sunrise.
Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch is a perfect place to break the journey down to Namib Naukluft, or to the Wolwedans; a homely ranch, originally housing sheep and cattle, Bagatelle nestles in the red Kalahari dunes and offers a warm welcome.
Desert Homestead offers a wonderful base from which to explore the Namib-Naukluft area, and focuses on exploring the area on horseback; with a super stable of horses, it’s a lovely way to experience this corner of Namibia.
A small, luxury lodge located in the rugged hills to the back of Sossusvlei, Desert Homestead Outpost is a great base for exploring this spectacular corner of southern Namibia. Enjoy guided trips into the dunes, hot air balloon flights and hiking trails.
Fish River Lodge is a 20 bedroom lodge set within the Canyon Nature Park right on the western edge of the world famous Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon in the world and the lodge has been designed to make the most of the unparalleled views.
Hoodia Desert Lodge opened in 2008, making it one of the newest lodges in Namibia's Namib-Naukluft National Park and has 11 thatched cottages. Hoodia is an easy 22km drive to Sesriem, the gateway into Sossusvlei.
Set amongst ancient camel thorn trees on the dry Auab riverbed, Little Kulala offers just eleven climate controlled thatched villas, charming hospitality and very close proximity to Sossusvlei and the towering red sand dunes of the Namib Desert.
Sossus Dune Lodge offers the perfect base from which to explore the Namib-Naukluft National Park. Located within the park, the lodge offers visitors unique experiences such as the stunning Sossusvlei at sunrise and sunset.
Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is a sophisticated and luxurious lodge located in the beautiful Namib Desert. 10 stunning glass and brick villas offer privacy and magnificent views across the red, arid landscape towards the majestic mountains beyond.
Wolwedans Boulders Camp is set in a stunning and remote location within the NamibRand Nature Reserve. This beautifully designed tented camp is the perfect place from which to explore this spectacular wilderness area.
Set on the edge of a high dune in Sossusvlei, Wolwedans Dune Camp has just six comfortable, dome-shaped tents providing guests with an intimate, close to nature experience in this fascinating wilderness in Namibia's southern reaches.
Wolwedans Dunes Lodge lies amongst the flame red dunes of the NamibRand Nature Reserve, in nine comfortable wooden cottages offering a perfect setting in which to relax, reflect and immerse yourself in the desert.