Sossusvlei, Namibia

Sossusvlei Desert Lodge

Name: Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
Address: Africa

Deluxe desert villas surrounded by peaceful solitude

Cradled against ancient mountains, overlooking the stark yet beautiful Namib Desert

Designed to capture the splendour and solitude of the desert, just ten stone and glass desert villas spread out along the curve of the escarpment allowing absolute privacy.

Each air-conditioned suite features a private veranda, split-level bedroom and living room with fireplace, en-suite glass-encased bathroom and outdoor shower. The villas are equipped with a stunning star-viewing skylight, discreet CD system, custom-stocked personal bar and compact spotting scope for magnificent star and game viewing. The guest area, where walls have become windows that fold away completely, boasts unimpeded desert vistas.

The split-level Lodge features a fire-lit bar, comfortable sitting room, swimming pool, wraparound verandas and a Safari Shop. A fine selection of wines from an impressive walk-in wine cellar complements delicious Pan African meals. Guests can escape the desert heat with a revitalizing midday dip in the pool fed by water from an underground spring. At sunset, animals are drawn to a nearby waterhole, enhancing desert sundowner drinks.

Highlights

Marvel at the stars through your villa's skylight

Relax in the lodge's swimming pool

Explore the cosmos in the observatory with an astronomer

Head out on nature drives

Float above the desert in a hot air balloon safari

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Take time to refresh your body and mind at the spa which offers a variety of massages and treatments inspired by local Namibian beliefs.

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