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The best safari lodges in Namibia
From Sossusvlei’s iconic dunes to ultra-remote locations where you can encounter rare desert-adapted wildlife and meet a nomadic community, discover some of Namibia’s best safari lodges.
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193 awards since 2020, with our safari lodges consistently voted among the top in the world, as well as recognition for our positive Impact initiatives.
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With small guest numbers, we provide access to remote concessions in some of Africa’s wildest safari destinations, with the option of private vehicles and guides for additional flexibility.
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We operate in eight African countries, with 55+ camps promising a range of activities from boating, to walking, game drives and more, for a full immersion in nature and local culture.
Best safari lodge for luxury near Sossusvlei
Best safari lodge for luxury near Sossusvlei
Wilderness Little Kulala
Wilderness Little Kulala is an award-winning safari lodge set in the private Kulala Wilderness Reserve in the heart of the Namib Desert. The big draw is its proximity to Sossusvlei, with a private, early-access gate that allows guests to reach the famous dunes before the crowds. In addition, guided drives, quad-bike excursions and nature walks reveal the surprising life of the desert around camp. This Namibian safari lodge has 11 elegant suites each with their own private plunge pool and rooftop viewing platform. A rollout bed on the deck below gives you the option of spending a night beneath Namibia’s spectacular star-filled skies.
Best camp for a self-driving Namibia safari
Best camp for a self-driving Namibia safari
Wilderness Kulala Desert Lodge
Set within the vast Kulala Wilderness Reserve, Kulala Desert Lodge is Little Kulala’s bigger, and more affordable, sister. Its location provides the same easy, early access to Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei, while the surrounding reserve offers plenty to discover, from towering dunes and gravel plains to animals that have adapted to life in this arid environment. Days are spent exploring with expert guides, tracking wildlife and learning about the remarkable ecology of the desert, before returning to spacious, air-conditioned accommodation and a swimming pool overlooking the landscape. It is an excellent choice for travellers who want to easily experience the Namib Desert without sacrificing the comforts of a proper lodge.
Best lodge for a real Namibia conservation safari experience
Best lodge for a real Namibia conservation safari experience
Wilderness Desert Rhino
Set in the rugged desert landscapes of the Palmwag Concession, Wilderness Desert Rhino offers the chance to experience one of Namibia’s most remarkable conservation success stories. The area is home to the last population of free-roaming desert-adapted black rhino, and tracking these elusive animals on foot with expert guides is a highlight of any stay. The experience is about much more than rhino, however, with opportunities to see desert-adapted elephant, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, giraffe, oryx, and a variety of smaller wildlife. Once a research station, the camp itself is deliberately intimate, with just a handful of spacious Meru-style tents surrounded by dramatic mountains and vast open plains. For adventurous travellers who value exceptional wildlife encounters and a real conservation story, this is one of the best choices for a safari lodge in Namibia.
Best safai for remote desert adventures and culture
Best safai for remote desert adventures and culture
Wilderness Serra cafema
Reaching Wilderness Serra Cafema is an adventure in itself, with the camp tucked away on the banks of the Kunene River in Namibia’s remote north-west. Here, the lush ribbon of riverine vegetation provides a striking contrast to the stark desert of the Hartmann’s Valley, creating a landscape unlike almost anywhere else in Namibia. Explore by boat, vehicle or on foot, looking for desert-adapted oryx, zebra and even crocodiles in the Kunene, while cultural experiences provide an opportunity to learn more about the Himba, one of Namibia’s last semi-nomadic communities. This Namibian safari lodge offers a beautiful riverside setting and a remarkable sense of isolation.
Best camp for a unique coastal experience
Best camp for a unique coastal experience
Wilderness Hoanib Skeleton Coast
Wilderness Hoanib Skeleton Coast is an ideal base for exploring this photogenic country, with game drives, nature walks and excursions to the wild Skeleton Coast offering very different perspectives of Namibia. Beyond the seals and shipwrecks of the coast, you also have a chance of seeing the desert-adapted elephants, lions and brown hyenas that roam freely in these vast landscapes. With just a small number of tents and very little else for miles around, Hoanib Skeleton Coast is an excellent choice for travellers looking for a true off-the-beaten-track safari. It is the combination of unusual wildlife, dramatic scenery and genuine remoteness that makes this one of Namibia’s most memorable safari lodges.
Best safari camp for desert exploration and elephants
Best safari camp for desert exploration and elephants
Wilderness Damaraland
Wilderness Damaraland is set in the spectacular Huab River Valley, surrounded by ancient mountains, open plains and some of Namibia’s most dramatic desert scenery. The area is particularly famed for its desert-adapted elephants, which move through the dry riverbeds in search of food and water, while oryx, springbok, Hartmann’s mountain zebra and giraffe are also found here. But wildlife is only part of the appeal. Guided walks and drives reveal the region’s fascinating geology and ancient rock art, while visits to nearby communities offer a glimpse into life in this remote corner of Namibia. With just 10 elevated adobe-style thatched suites, sweeping views and wonderfully dark skies, Damaraland is an excellent choice for travellers who want to combine wildlife with landscape, culture and a genuine sense of wilderness.
Best safari lodge for a classic safari experience
Best safari lodge for a classic safari experience
Wilderness Doro Nawas
This safari lodge’s position in the private Doro !Nawas Conservancy, Namibia's first community conservancy, makes it an excellent base for exploring the region. The area is also known for its ancient rock engravings, while guided walks offer a closer look at the geology, plants and smaller creatures that survive here. Back at camp, the simple, clean design of the public spaces make the most of its extraordinary setting, with uninterrupted views across the surrounding wilderness. Doro Nawas is particularly appealing to travellers who want to explore as much of Namibia as possible, as the airstrip here provides a central hub for reaching even more of the country’s remote safari lodges.
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