Park / Reserve: Sossusvlei & Namib-Naukluft

Sossusvlei and the wider Namib-Naukluft National Park are home to the world’s tallest sand dunes and the eerie, sun-bleached camelthorn trees of Deadvlei — Namibia’s single most photographed landscape and the reason many visitors come to the country at all. Dune 45 and Big Daddy draw sunrise hikers, while the gateway settlements of Sesriem and Solitaire (famous for its apple pie) offer the closest camping to the park gates, letting campers reach the dunes before the morning heat and the tour-bus crowds. Sesriem Canyon itself is an easy afternoon walk from most campsites in the area.

  • Rooiklip Guestfarm – Felsen Camp

    Rooiklip Guestfarm – Felsen Camp

    Directions: At the foot of the Gamsberg (2,347m); from Solitaire via the C14, C26 and D1438 (about 120 km).

    Amenities:

    • 3 “Felsen Camp” sites built under ancient (650-million-year-old) rock overhangs, each with a rock-set shower, hidden-tank toilet, and cooking/braai area
    • Self-catering stone cottages (Camp Flintstone) also available nearby
  • Sesriem Campsite (NWR)

    Sesriem Campsite (NWR)

    Rate: N$ 490 pp per Night

    Amenities:

    • · 20 Camping Sites in the shades of ancient camel thorn trees
    • · Each Camping Site has its own Fire Place and Water Point
    • · Communal Ablution Facilities
    • · Swimming Pool
    • · located inside the Namib Naukluft National Park
    • · 2 km to Sesriem Canyon
    • · 60 km to Sossusvlei desert
    • · a few km to Elim dune – A petrified dune near the Sesriem Camp perfect for sunset
    • · Bar
    • · Fuel Station
    • · Basic Shop Reservations: Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR)
    • 181 Gathemann Building, Independence Avenue
    • Private Bag 13196, Windhoek
    • +264 61 285 7200 reservations@nwr.com.na
  • Tsauchab River Camp

    Tsauchab River Camp

    Directions: 70 km from Sesriem Canyon, 40 km from Naukluft Park, along the Tsauchab River valley between the Zaris and Naukluft mountains.

    Activities: 5 hiking trails ranging from 2.5–21 km.

    Amenities:

    • Air-conditioned family rooms with private bathroom and river/mountain views
    • Outdoor pool, free WiFi, restaurant, bar and billiard table
  • Camping (Tsondab Valley Scenic Reserve)

    Camping (Tsondab Valley Scenic Reserve)

    Directions: 8 km north of Solitaire, bordering Namib-Naukluft Park on two sides, near the Naukluft Mountains.

    Activities: Hiking among petrified dunes, marble mountains and Camelthorn savannah; swim in a natural pool; guided dune drives (book in advance).

    Amenities:

    • 3 campsites under acacia trees with windbreak, water tap, movable fireplace and stone table
    • Open-air hot/cold showers built into the limestone plateau

    Bookings: Tel +264 61 681 030 / +264 81 128 3266

  • Lepel Restcamp ( old Garies Rest Camp) 

    Lepel Restcamp ( old Garies Rest Camp) 

    Directions: On the C24 between Windhoek and Sesriem, in Lepel (south of Kobos/Rehoboth) – en route to Sossusvlei.

    Activities: Horse riding, hiking, 4×4 trails, rock paintings, guided tours to a nearby canyon, cave and fountains.

    Amenities:

    • 7 en-suite rooms in a renovated 1950s building
    • 3 campsites (up to 10 people each)
    • On-site restaurant and bar
  • Homeb

    Homeb

    Directions: In the Kuiseb River valley, Namib-Naukluft National Park, on the border between sandy desert (south) and rocky Namib (north).

    Basic and undeveloped: concrete braai area and a long-drop toilet only – no ablutions or water, so bring everything you need. Permit required from a MET office (Walvis Bay, Swakopmund or Sesriem); first-come, first-served, no advance booking.

    Rate: Permit around N$80 pp plus N$10 per vehicle; campsite around N$80 for up to 4 people (confirm current rates).

  • Mirabib campsite

    Mirabib campsite

    Amenities:

    • Permit required – NWR Offices
  • Weltevrede Guest Farm

    Weltevrede Guest Farm

    Hot air ballooning; Scenic flights; Drives around Sossusvlei and Sesriem area; Quad biking; Naukluft hiking trails/

    info@weltevredeguestfarm.com – https://weltevredeguestfarm.com/

    Activities: Dry riverbed hikes (5 km walk); Bushmen paintings (5 km walk or drive, 300m walk and climb); Romantic picnic spots for private sunset (1 km walk); Dune hike (10 km drive and 1 km walk); Star gazing.

    Rate: N$ 150 pp per night (min 2pax) & N$ 75 per Child under 12

    Rate:

    Amenities:

    • 4 Camping Sites/ Max 8 People per Campsite
    • Electricity Power Points * Lights
    • Wash Basin/ Hot and Cold Water
    • 2 sites partly shaded
    • Private Bathrooms
    • Pets allowed by pre-arrangement
    • Swimming Pool
    • Braai Place/ Braai Grid/ Wood available for N$ 45 per Bag
    • Dustbin
    • Tables
    • Gravel roads
    • Wildlife
    • Guest farm
    • Excursions to be arranged :
    • Camping
    • ( 2024 rates N$170 pp, N$85 per child under 12)
    • 1 x Self-Catering Unit available ( 2 en suite rooms , 3 beds in each room/ Max 8 people total
    • Fully equipped kitchen
    • Air Con
    • Braai / Braai grid outside
    • Grass/Sand/Shade
    • Parking in front of unit
    • Swimming Pool
  • Zebra River Lodge

    Zebra River Lodge

    -24.52965, 16.30068 – Welcome to Zebra River Lodge, a magical place where the setting sun makes the mountains glow in golden colors and beautiful stars guide you through your sleep. Let the warmth and our Namibian hospitality welcome you to a place of light and airy spaces on the slopes of the Zebra River Canyon in the Tsaris Mountains.

    Zebra River Lodge is situated on a 12 500 hectares private farm of dramatic scenery, deep in the Tsaris Mountains of southern Namibia. We invite you to relax under an azure-blue sky and to feast your senses on our tranquil surroundings where you can listen to the silence of nature. FROM WINDHOEK:

    follow the B1 in the direction of Rehoboth. Turn into the C24 pass Klein Aub and carry on on the MR 47 towards Rietoog. Take the D1206 towards the Naukluft. At the T- junction turn left onto the C14 and then right onto the D854 and again left onto the D850. Follow the road for about 19 km until you reach our gate on the right hand side. You will reach the lodge after 5 km. CAMPING: 4 Campsites – 4 People Max per Campsite – No Electricity nor Power Points at Campsite – Wash Basin & Hot water at Ablution Block

    Zebra River Lodge has a farm style set-up with modern details. The lodge was built with stones from the region as well as home produced bricks. Zebra River Lodge has 13 double or triple en suite rooms.

    The 5 rock chalets we have are nestled into the rocky surroundings of Zebra River Lodge. Stylish and comfortable at the same time they offer an incredible Namibian safari feeling.

    Zebra River Lodge is well known for its cuisine. Take home memories of homemade bread and delicious, farm-style comfort food complemented by an outstanding selection of South African wines. Experience summer dinners together under the cool veranda or nestle up to the warm fireplace in winter. Coffee, tea, water and home-made cookies or cake are found in the dining room as well. The crystal-clear and refreshing water at Zebra River Lodge is derived from underground natural reservoirs and can be consumed without concern.

    Rate: N$ 230 per Person per Night / Child up to 12 years: N$ 115 Other Accommodation:

    Activities: Various Hiking Trails , Sundowner Drives, Scenic Drives & 4×4 Self Drives

    BOOKING: zebrariverl@gmail.comeden@africaonline.com.na / www.zebra-river-lodge.com/

    Tel: 063- 693265

    Amenities:

    • Dustbin at Campsite
    • Solar Lights at Ablution Block – Braai Place & Braai Grid at each Campsite
    • Wood available to buy – Communal Bathrooms
    • Hot Water by Donkey – Trees and Shade Nets – Campsites 2 & 3 & 4 are private
    • Pets allowed only on request – Swimming Pool at Main Lodge – Reachable by Sedan and 4×4
    • The Rock Chalets:
    • Rate is from N$ 1965 Dinner, Bed & Breakfast pp sharing
  • Ababis Guest Farm & Camping (updated)

    Ababis Guest Farm & Camping (updated)

    Ababis Guestfarm lies at the foothills of the Namib Naukluft Mountains, around 260 km southwest of Windhoek – on the C14, and between Walvis Bay and Maltahoehe;

    Distance from Ababis to Sesriem: 80 km, and another 60 km to Sossusvlei

    This secluded spot is ideal as gateway to Sossusvlei, for a quiet weekend getaway, some hiking in the hilly landscape or for some “ Óffroad Driver Training’

    Activities: Hiking, Birding or ‘Offroad Academy”

    Rate: N$ 300.- pp per Night

    Bookings: :

    Tel: +264 (0)63 29 33 62

    Amenities:

    • CAMPING is offered at another spot near the Tsondab River
    • * 1 large private campsite with 4 pitches
    • Braai place
    • Cement table & seats
    • No electricity
    • Communal ablution with 3 showers, 2 toilet & 1 kitchen sink
    • Pets are welcome
    • Meals can be arranged with the Guestfarm
    • Springbok, Oryx, Zebra can be found in the surrounds
    • Camping
    • 1 SELF-CATERING FARMHOUSE offers 2 rooms with 5 beds
    • 1 fully equipped kitchen
    • 2 bathrooms
    • Shady veranda
    • Braai area
    • View of the Tsondab area
    • Pets are welcome!
    • Rate is N$ 875 per Person per Night
    • info2@ababis-gaestefarm.de
    • www.ababis-gaestefarm.de