Sossusvlei, Namibia
Hoodia Desert Lodge
Welcoming owner run luxury
At the foot of the Namib-Naukluft Mountains, overlooking the dry bed of an ephemeral river, Hoodia Desert Lodge is a small, owner run lodge with a warm welcome to match the spectacular surroundings.
There are just 11 thatched luxury chalets, all with indoor and outdoor bathrooms, air conditioning and huge windows with views across the plains best enjoyed from bed.
Follow the wooden walkway to the central communal areas, such as the shaded swimming pool, lounge, bar and restaurant. The food is an inventive mix of traditional and international cuisine accompanied by a wide selection of South African wines. Outside on the decking, a large central fireplace doubles as a braai in summer months.
The lodge is great base for exploring the vast dunes of Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon as well as the surrounding desert landscape, with horseback riding, hikes, hot air ballooning, helicopter flights and quad biking all available from here.
Highlights
Tours of Sossusvlei
Hiking
Desert sun downers
Hot air ballooning
Horse trails
11 luxury chalets
Swimming pool
Restaurant, bar and lounge
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Places to combine Hoodia Desert Lodge with
Etosha National Park
Encounter by Ongava is an intimate safari camp set within Ongava Game Reserve, on the southern edge of Etosha National Park. You’ll be surrounded by Mopane woodland and wildlife moving freely through the landscape.
There are eight spacious walk-in tents: seven standard tents and one paired tent that works well for families or small groups. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom with an outdoor shower and a private deck.
You can head out on game drives across the 30,000-hectare Ongava Game Reserve. The area is known for its rhino population, as well as lion, zebra and antelope, including the endemic black-faced impala. We especially recommend private guided nature walks, where you can slow down, appreciate the small details and explore with minimal impact. There may be the chance to approach white rhino on foot, as well as spend time bird watching.
For a wider safari experience, take a guided excursion into nearby Etosha National Park, Namibia’s prime savannah wilderness area. At the Ongava Visitor Centre, learn about the region’s geology, wildlife, plants and ecology.
Back at camp, slow down by the pool, settle into the library or gather at the bar as evening falls. The day softens into drinks, quiet conversation and the sounds of the reserve.
