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The NamibRand Nature Reserve is privately owned and extends over 180 000 hectares/445 000 acres of breathtaking desert wilderness Only guests may explore this area of the Namib Desert on nature drives and guided walks Excursions to Sossusvlei (among the worlds highest dunes) Oryx, springbok, aardwolf, ostrich, hyena, bat-eared fox, Cape fox, Burchells zebra and the endemic Hartmanns mountain zebra can be seen in the magnificent desert environment Stargazing with highly sophisticated telescope and resident astronomer An expansive stargazing window over the bed Guided quad bike (All Terrain Vehicle) excursions in the dunes Desert dining (weather permitting) Early morning hot air ballooning over the desert and scenic flights can be arranged by special request and at additional cost Ideal for families (personalised activities for children) Explore the lodge environ and surrounds on your own

LOCatION
In the northern section of the NamibRand Nature Reserve 180 000 hectares (445 000 acres) on the eastern boundary of the Namib Naukluft National Park, near Sossusvlei in Namibia. As this is a privately owned reserve, access is exclusive to guests.

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By scheduled daily charter flight to &Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodges private airstrip or by vehicle on good gravel roads. During the rainy season, (Nov to May) it is advisable to use a 4x4 vehicle on the routes from Swakopmund (400km/248 miles) or Windhoek (380km/236 miles). The airstrip is six minutes from the Lodge.

Number of Desert Villas Maximum Guests Children Triples Twin beds Air-conditioning Lodge Pool Indoor Showers Outdoor Showers Baths Private w.c In Room Safe Personal Bars Telephone Hairdryers Laundry Included Suitable for Disabled Guests Distance Between Rooms Check In/ Check Out Power Internet Access Childminding Credit Cards In-Room Massage

10 20 Yes 1 (1 child 16 yrs & younger) All convertible to double Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No 20m/65ft 12h00/ 11h00

Guest aCCOMMODatION
Ten spacious stone and glass desert villas are located at the foot of a mountain overlooking an expansive Namib grass plain that leads into a sea of hills and red sand dunes. Each air conditioned suite is furnished to complement the majestic hues of the oldest living desert in the world. Boasting a private veranda, split level sitting area with fireplace, star-viewing window above the bed, ensuite glass-encased bathroom with shower and an outdoor shower. The suites are equipped with personal bar, CD system and a spotting scope.

Guest saFetY
The lodge is not fenced off, and we request guests to be extremely vigilant at all times. Under no circumstances is a guest to walk around the lodge/camp at night, unless accompanied by a security guard.

Guest areas
The split-level main lodge is an ensemble of glass and stone curves with walls of windows maximising the awesome desertscape. There are quiet hideaways, viewing decks, a bar, fireplace, dining room, well stocked wine cellar, main sitting room and terrace, viewing deck, Safari Shop, observatory and rim-flow pool.

Nature drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles on the NamibRand Nature Reserve. Closed air conditioned vehicle excursions to Sossusvlei and the Sesriem Canyon (approximately 7-hour round trip). Guided nature walks and marked hiking trails. Guided fourwheel motorbike (ATV) excursions into the dunes (Children aged 16 and older). Stargazing from the lodges sophisticated observatory. Hot air ballooning and scenic flights over the Namib Desert (additional cost).

Yes (central guest area) Yes Visa, MasterCard Yes

Weather in Namibia: Temperature:

It rains in summer (Jan to March). Average rainfall varies from less than 50mm/2 per year along the coast to 350mm/13 in the central region. Daytime summer temperatures can rise to 42C/107F and drop to around 18C/65F at night. Winter days are sunny and mild to warm with temperatures of about 32C/90F, which may drop to as low as 5C/41F at night. All year round. Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is in a Malaria-free area. Children are welcome. Regretfully, children 5 years and younger cannot participate in the scheduled safari activities. Childminders can be booked at an additional cost. Children aged 6 to 11 years are accommodated on scheduled safari activities at the lodge managers discretion. An extra bed can be arranged for a child sharing its parents desert villa. No more than one triple at any one time. Children under the age of 16 cannot participate in ATV excursions. Private gravel airstrip. Coordinates are 244811 S and 155329 E 1 to 2 Open year round

Best time to travel: Malaria: Children:

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