Namibia: A Symphony of Solitude and Spectacle

Namibia is unlike anywhere else on earth—it’s a place where nature truly reigns supreme, and that’s what makes it so special. The luxury here is found in the space, the stillness, and the striking landscapes that seem to stretch on forever. From the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei to the vast beauty of the Skeleton Coast, Namibia is a place that makes you feel like you’re on the edge of the world.

What we love most is how the luxury lodges blend seamlessly into the environment, offering you comfort and exclusivity without compromising the integrity of the wild. The seclusion is a luxury in itself. It’s rare to find a destination where you can feel so isolated yet so connected to nature’s raw beauty. The minimalist, eco-conscious lodges offer all the amenities of five-star hotels, but with the added bonus of utter serenity and privacy.

Sossusvlei

Bucket-List Experiences

Hot Air Ballooning Over Sossusvlei
Soar above the towering red dunes of the Namib Desert at sunrise. Finish the experience with a gourmet champagne breakfast on the desert floor.

Deadvlei
Explore the haunting landscapes of Deadvlei, with its ancient camelthorn trees set against a striking white salt pan.

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Wilderness Little Kulala
A welcome oasis situated along the dry Auab riverbed in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve, Little Kulala celebrates the splendour and solitude of the Namib Desert. Excursions to Sossusvlei (via a gate exclusive to Wilderness Safaris vehicles), nature drives, walks and eco-sensitive quad biking, explore this fascinating landscape. A balloon safari offers an awe-inspiring experience soaring above the desert (at extra cost).

There are eleven luxury desert suites, expanded to offer improved airflow (brick and glass accommodation under thatch), each featuring a spacious deck, sala, private plunge pool, and a private rooftop area for stargazing and sleep-outs.

&Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
The Namib Desert is a landscape of seemingly endless spaces, profound tranquility, and extraordinary light. One of the most spectacular areas on earth, this pristine desert wilderness is one of Africa’s most compelling natural regions. Defined by infinite horizons, striking landscapes and craggy mountain heights, &Beyond Sossusvlei Private Desert Reserve is a 12,715 hectare (31,420 acre) private concession of iconic dunes and arid desert in this vast place of nothingness.

Sustainability and uncompromised luxury go hand in hand at Sossusvlei. Ten beautifully appointed stone and glass suites, spread out along the curve of the escarpment, open onto ever-changing outlooks. Each spacious air-conditioned suite offers a secluded, shaded veranda complete with private plunge pool, a living room with a fireplace, a large retractable skylight above the bed, and an ensuite bathroom with a glass-encased rain shower offering 180º desert views. The two-bedroomed Star Dune Suite is an ideal option for families or groups of friends.

Skeleton Coast

Bucket-List Experiences

Coastal Tours: Discover the eerie beauty of the Skeleton Coast, with its dramatic landscapes and shipwrecks.

unique game-viewing opportunities: The area is home to desert-adapted elephants, as well as gemsbok, giraffe, springbok. Hoanib also doubles as a scientific center for research and conservation of the desert-adapted predators of this harsh region: the desert-adapted lion and brown hyaena which roam the area around the camp.

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Wilderness Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp
In a remote area of the Kaokoveld, with gravel-strewn plains and dry riverbeds that draw fascinating wildlife, lies Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp. Game drives explore this isolated area, moving along the riverbed’s narrow ribbon of vegetation, where a surprising wealth of desert-adapted animals can be found; in camp the research centre provides even more insights.

The unforgiving Skeleton Coast, with its shipwreck remains and noisy colonies of Cape fur seals, is accessed either by a fascinating drive or flight, depending on the weather. Eight large en-suite tents (including one family tent) and the main area and pool look out over a wide, rugged valley that slopes down to the almost-always dry Hoanib River.

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Namibia: A Symphony of Solitude and Spectacle

Sossusvlei

Skeleton Coast