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WILDERNESS CAMP, SOSSUSVLEI |
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WILDERNESS CAMP FACT FILE |
SOSSUSVLEI
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LOCATION
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20kms from Sesriem which is the main gateway to the
Namib-Naukluft Park and the dunes at Sossusvlei.
PRICING
January - June - Shoulder season
July - October - High season
November - December - Shoulder season
ACCOMMODATION
There are nine chalets, consisting of eight twin bedded
chalets, and one honeymoon chalet, and one single
and one twin pilot/guide room, located behind the
kitchen. The camp can accommodate 18 guests.
Tent details:
• Rock, brick, timber and thatch units built
on the side of a mountain with exceptional views.
• All units have large glass fold-back windows
overlooking the desert
• En-suite shower, also with exceptional views
of the desert
• Outside plunge pool on each unit
• Fans and large square mosquito nets in rooms
• Soaps, shampoos and insect repellents are
supplied in each room
ACTIVITIES AT
SOSSUSVLEI WILDERNESS CAMP
• Excursions to Sossusvlei Dunes - 1hr30 to
2-hour drive to the end of Sossusvlei.
• Two custom-built stretch Land Rovers and one
standard Land Rover seating up to nine people. Land
Rovers are closed.
• Hot Air balloons at Sesriem (on request, at
additional cost)
• Nature drives on the property
• Nature walks on request
• Optional night drive to look for Bat-Eared
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SOSSUSVLEI
WILDERNESS CAMP DESCRIPTION |
Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp is located in one of the most remarkable sites in
the Namib Desert. The camp is situated on a 21 000 hectare
private reserve, 20 kilometres from Sesriem, the Park's
entrance to the Sossusvlei dunes. Huge
towering dunes rise dramatically, more than 1000 feet
above the surrounding plains
at Sossusvlei itself. The camp's location provides easy
access to Sossusvlei, yet also offers privacy and exclusivity.
The camp has been built near the top of a mountain,
using rock, brick, timber and thatch and provides a
comfortable refuge from the desert. We have 9 guest
rooms, each with its own private plunge pool. The bedrooms
are well appointed and offer comfort and atmosphere
with wonderful views onto the desert plains below. The
en-suite bathrooms have both hot and cold running water,
showers and flush toilets. The main living area is under
thatch with an outdoor deck for dinner under the stars.
Activities centre round early morning excursions in
4x4 vehicles to the magnificent Sossusvlei dunes and
the "vlei" itself. Wonderful desert breakfasts
are served under camel-thorn acacias surrounded by the
dunes. Afternoon nature drive or walking activities
are enjoyed on the property where guests can spend time
taking in the desert scenery and its unique fauna and
flora. Incredible ballooning safaris over the Namib
are optional and at additional cost.
CAMP DESCRIPTION
• Main unit under thatch
• Large outside veranda area with views of the
desert
• Pub and dining area with small curio shop stocking
mainly clothes items
• Swimming pool
• Bathroom at airstrip for arriving guests
• Stargazing platform & open-air dining deck
under the stars
ACCOMMODATION
Number of units:
Eight chalets in total comprising:
• 7 x "kulalas" each with twin beds
(there are 4 extra beds available for children/triples)
• 1 x family room which sleeps 5
• 4 x tour leader/guides can be accommodated in
rondavels
19 guests in total can be accommodated plus tour leaders
Chalet details:
• Each "kulala" is especially adapted
to the unique desert conditions, built on a platform
to ensure maximum airflow, thatch roof provide a cool
respite from the sun
• Ceiling fans ensure a breeze at all times.
• All rooms are en-suite with shower, flush toilet
and hand basin.
• Each room has a private veranda with view of
the majestic dunes without seeing the neighbours.
• A private rooftop area on top of the bathroom
gives guests the opportunity of spending a night under
the magnificent night sky for which bedrolls are available.
ACTIVITIES
• Nature drives into the desert in 3 x 10 seater
and 1 x 6 seater 4 x 4 vehicles
• Walking Trails
• Visits to Bushman painting sites
• Visit to Sossusvlei and Sesriem
• Balloon safaris (additional cost, even if guests
are on Fully Inclusive rate. Closed 15 January to 15
February)
• Horse riding safari (on request and at an additional
cost)
• The Scenic sundowner tour is one of the best
scenic safaris in the Namib. This exclusive tour is
ended with a Champagne sundowner.
• Private vehicles can be booked at an additional
cost, subject to availability.
GAME VIEWING
The area is renowned for its physical beauty and not
for game viewing. Possible wildlife sightings include
Oryx, Cape Fox, Jackal, Springbok, Ostrich, Aardvark
and many desert species of plants.
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