Namibia NamibRand - Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei Desert Lodge

Cradled against ancient mountains, the ten stone and glass desert villas of andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge blend the grandeur and solitude of the Namib with sophisticated elegance and comfort. The lodge is situated within &BEYOND Sossusvlei Private Desert Reserve, a vast 12,715-hectare expanse deep in the Namib, the world’s oldest living desert.

11

Rooms

24

+/- Occupants

2

Dining Experiences

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Event Venues

Stone & Glass Suite

Designed to capture the splendor and solitude of the desert, just ten stone and glass suites spread out along the curve of the escarpment, allowing absolute privacy. Each air-conditioned glass-fronted suite is designed to complement the expansive views of the different habitats, perfectly framed from the spacious internal areas. Featuring a private veranda, bedroom with retractable skylights for in-bed stargazing, a living room with a fireplace, an ensuite bathroom with a glass-encased rain shower offering 180º views, and a perfectly positioned private plunge pool for some sublime respite after a long day in the desert heat. All suites include star-viewing skylights, discrete music systems and customized personal bars.

Sqm 130

Number of Rooms 10

Occupants 2

Shower Only

Two-Bedroom Star Dune Suite

Creating an ideal family environment, or an ideal option for groups of friends, the Star Dune Suite consists of two suites linked by a covered walkway, with a private lounge and dining space. Each air-conditioned glass-fronted suite is designed to complement the expansive views of the different habitats. Featuring a private veranda, bedroom with retractable skylights for in-bed stargazing, an ensuite bathroom with a glass-encased rain shower offering 180º views, and a perfectly positioned private plunge pool for some sublime respite from the desert heat. All suites include star-viewing skylights, discrete music systems and customized personal bars.

Sqm 267

Number of Rooms 1

Occupants 4

Shower Only

Dining

Delicious cuisine is served in the dining area, while the air-conditioned wine cellar doubles as a location for private dinners, perfect for anniversaries or honeymooners.

Private Dinning

Memorable setting and delicious cuisine.

Enjoying the lodge

The split-level guest area is an inspired masterpiece of glass, rock and steel. Large glass panels fold away to reveal unobstructed desert vistas. Inviting amenities include a central-island bar, comfortable sitting room, walk-in cellar, interactive kitchen and rim-flow pool. The lodge’s Signature Shop showcases Namibia’s finest craft offerings.

Sossusvlei Excursion

This half-day morning adventure takes you into the Namib Naukluft National Park. Learn about the ecosystem, Aeolian geological processes, walk to Deadvlei, perhaps climb a sand dune, and for the fit and adventurous, conquer the towering ‘Big Daddy’.

Living Dunes

Set out to the dunes on our reserve, where the story of the desert's ecology is written in the sand. Explore the dunes on foot or by quad bike with a specialist guide who’ll uncover their secrets.

Desert People

Step back in time and bring to life the history of the area and its people. Follow your expert guide into the untamed Namib Desert scattered with San rock art. Explore heritage sites and gain insight into the San people.

Desert Drive

Be mesmerised by the magnificence of the desert on morning or late afternoon desert drives that continue after nightfall. Explore four different habitat types and ecosystems. Learn about fairy circles, how deserts are formed and function, and how animals have adapted to this desolate environment.

Big Dune Walk

Enjoy this exclusive experience at &Beyond Sossusvlei Private Desert Reserve, the only private reserve featuring the iconic star dunes of Namibia. Take the time to appreciate your surrounds and tuck into a delicious picnic breakfast

Stargazing

Sossusvlei neighbours Africa’s first International Dark Sky Reserve, which has also been awarded Gold Tier status, declaring it an environment with little to no impact from artificial light. Get a closer look at the night sky from our sophisticated observatory with resident astronomer and state-of-the-art telescope.

Wellness

For the energetic, enjoy a workout at the sunrise-view gym. Alternatively, the sunset-facing wellness centre offers both a treatment room with a private spa-bath, and a separate wet-room spa. Indulge in one of our many relaxing treatments for a truly authentic African spa experience that rejuvenates the mind, body and soul. Available at an additional cost.

Hot Air Ballooning

Gain a bird’s eye perspective over the spectacular scenery surrounding the lodge, in the company of other guests. The balloons are unable to fly over the Namib sand dunes; however, you will still be treated to awe-inspiring views. Available at an additional cost.

E-biking

Traverse the stark beauty and vast expanse on an e-bike. Easy to ride and super fun, these nifty bicycles are fitted with a battery-powered ‘assist’ that gives a boost via a throttle when pedalling. There are two different options, an 11km (6.8mi) or a 19km (11.8mi) route.

Hiking

Explore the lodge surrounds on foot, take the time to sit in the stillness and be enchanted by the views. There are two defined hiking trails, a 2.2km (1.4mi) or a 3.4km (2.1mi) route waiting to be explored.

Scenic Helicopter Flight | Scenic Desert Flight

Take off from nearby the lodge and soar over the vast expanse of the desert for an approximately 60 min helicopter flight. Hover over jagged mountain tops that emerge from the iconic Namib dunes, white mineral pans, rocky outcrops and unique fauna and flora. Be captivated as you fly over a landscape that has remained unchanged for millions of years. Available at an additional cost.