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Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge Reservations: Tel (+264 81) 258 5722, Fax (+264 88) 61 6556 Lodge: Tel (+264 64) 69 4000, Cell (+264 81) 128 2407 Email: reservations@rostock-ritz-desert-lodge.com, Web: www.rostock-ritz-desert-lodge.com
Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge, located in one of the most beautiful landscapes in southern Namibia, is a lodge with a touch of difference! Come and experience the Namib Desert from one of 10 well-marked hiking trails (1 to 8 hours), and return to the comfort of our 11 African-style rock igloos, aesthetically integrated into the surroundings and offering unparalleled views. We accommodate 38 guests; offer sunset scenic drives and excursions to the Bushman cave paintings; have a first-class à-la-carte restaurant, also open for day visitors; have a campsite 6 km from the lodge, and a swimming pool that affords the best view in the west! 19
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Desert Homestead Lodge Desert Homestead Lodge PO Box 113, Kalkrand Tel (+264 63) 29 3301 Email: desert.homestead281@gmail.com Web: www.deserthomesteadlodge.com
Bookings: Tel (+264 61) 24 0020 Email: reservations@homestead.com.na Web: www.ondili.com
The Desert Homestead lies three kilometres north-west of the C19 and D854 roads junction, approximately 32 km south-east of Sesriem. The wide grassy valley is sheltered by the Nubib, Tsaris and Naukluft mountains with a view reaching the distant dunes of the Namib Desert in the west. In this exquisite position, we offer simple but stylish accommodation in thatched chalets designed with the fragile beauty of this remarkable environment in mind. The Desert Homestead will ensure you an unrivalled respite from the desert extremes. Tranquil surroundings, alfresco dining, delectably fresh farm cuisine, refreshing dips in the pool, stunning sunsets and sunrises are the basic pleasures at our lodge. 21
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Desert Homestead Outpost Desert Homestead Outpost Tel (+264 63) 29 3301 Bookings (+264 61) 24 0020 Email: reservations@homestead.com.na Web: www.deserthomesteadoutpost.com
The Desert Homestead Outpost is situated 30 km south-east of Sesriem, the entrance to the Namib-Naukluft National Park, on a private nature reserve bordering the Unesco World Heritage Site “Namib Sand Sea”. It is the ideal starting point for trips to Sossusvlei, Dead Vlei and the Sesriem Canyon. Other exciting activities offered by the Lodge are Horse Safaris, Scenic Drives and the Namib Mountain Trail, a guided walk from Desert Homestead Lodge to Desert Homestead Outpost. Hot Air Balloon Rides can be arranged on request. Nestled against the west side of the Namib Mountains, guests can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view over the vast open plains. The lodge offers 11 individual thatch roofed comfortable and cosy chalets and an exclusive suite.The unique location in the vastness of the nature reserve offers complete peace and tranquillity. 12 11
Kulala Desert Lodge PO Box 6850, Windhoek Tel (+264 61) 27 4500, Fax (+264 61) 23 9455 Email: info@wilderness.com.na Web: www.wilderness-safaris.com
Kulala Desert Lodge boasts magnificent views of the famous sand dunes of Sossusvlei, breathtaking mountain scenery and vast open plains. Set in the 37 000-hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve bordering the Namib-Naukluft Park, there is an abundance of space and silence. Accommodation at Kulala Desert Lodge comprises 15 thatched and canvas ‘kulalas’ with en-suite bathrooms and verandas. Bedrolls are placed on the flat rooftop for guests to sleep under the myriad stars of Namibia’s clear skies. Activities offered early-morning guided drives to Sossusvlei. 15
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