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.
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.
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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).
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Bookings: Tel +264 61 681 030 / +264 81 128 3266
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.
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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$80 for up to 4 people (confirm current rates).
Directions: Camp Gecko is a private nature reserve located directly below the Spreetshoogte Pass, close to Solitaire.
Activities: Hiking, wildlife and waterhole viewing, and mountain scenery photography.
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Bookings: Visit camp-gecko.com.
Directions: Kries se Rus is a NamibRand/Namib-Naukluft National Park campsite near Solitaire and the Gaub Pass, close to the main road.
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Bookings: A permit from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET) is required; sites are first-come, first-served and cannot be pre-booked. MET offices in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Sesriem are open Mon-Fri, 08:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:00.
The drive to Barkhan Dune Retreat involves navigating both paved and gravel roads, with the final stretch on the D1275 being a gravel road. While in good condition, caution is advised, and speed limits should be observed. About 200 km from Windhoek – 3 Hour Drive
ACCOMMODATION: Luxury Chalets/ Family Chalets/ Okanti/ Rustic Cabin/ KuangoKuango/ We offer 10 Rooms, of which 7 Dune Chalets are about 20 – 50m from the Main Building, a self-catering House with two bedrooms sleeping 5 about 800m to the North of the main Building (Okanti) and a Secluded Self Catering Unit sleeping 2 about 1 km to the northwest of the main building (KuanguKuangu), ideal for the Honeymooners.
All Rooms have a Spacious Bathroom with Shower and luxurious biodegradable Amenities for your comfort.
Wheelchair access to all the chalets with a paved walkway and one of the chalets has a bathroom which is fitted out to accommodate a wheelchair.
All self catering Units have Braai Facilities outside – Restaurant & Bar Facilities at the Main Lodge
Maximum of 2 Adults – 2025 RATES – N$ 1370.00 Per Person Per Night Sharing
KUANGUKUANGU PRICE PER PERSON PER NIGHT – Maximum of 2 Adults
OTHER INFORMATION: Wifi Available at the Main Lodge – Laundry Facility available on request – Housekeeping Service – Solar Powered – Self Sustainable
Rates: OKANTI HOUSE PRICE PER PERSON – Maximum of 5 people – 2026 RATES – N$ 1370.00 Per Person Per Night Sharing- Self Catering
ACTIVITIES: Sundowner Drive/ E-Bikes/Klipspringer Mountain Hikes/Grotto Hike
BOOKINGS: +264 83 000 0008/9/ +264 81 760 6739/ +264 81 760 6739
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Location: On the M 47 between Rietoog and C14, Gravelroad in good condition
Rate: N$ 190 pp per NIght – OTHER ACCOMMODATION: 4 Chalets – Max 3 people per Chalet – 2 beds, 1 Extra bed available – Only Solar available – 2 Power Points – No Aircon – No Fans – No Fridge – Braai Place outside – Bedding – Towels – Reading Lights – Private Bathrooms en Suite – Terrace – Price per Person N$600, room only
Bookings: Karsten Sodmann
Tel: +264813642931 – Website
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Directions: 100 km Gravel Road from Maltahoehe on the C19. CAMPING: 3 Campsites – Max 8 People per Campsite – Wifi available at Reception – Electricity and Power Points at Campsite – Dust Bin – Cement Tables – Braai Place at each Campsite – No Braai Grid – Wood available to buy – Daily Cleaners to clean Campsites – Private Bathrooms – Hot Water with a Geyser – Hard Sandy Terrain – Trees and Metal Roof for Shade – Privacy between Campsites – No Pets allowed – Swimming Pool
Activities: Game Drives & Walking Trails – Good Road Conditions – Camping
Rate: N$ 145 pp per Night – 0-6 Free, 7-13 Years N$ 72.50 OTHER ACCOMMODATION: 6 Self catering rooms/ Various bed configurations/ Small stove
Rate: N$ 2120 for 2 People sharing 60 Twin rooms/ Aircon/ Patio Furniture/ Safe
Rate: N$ 2552 for 2 People sharing
Bookings: Hammerstein Lodge
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