Skeleton Coast

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Where to stay

Lodges in Skeleton Coast.

2 lodges across this destination, ordered by what guests pick most. Rates per person sharing, per night.

  1. Pelican Point Lodge
    01 Affordable

    Pelican Point Lodge

    At the tip of the Pelican Point Peninsula, is Pelican Point Lodge, situated on a unique stretch of land. This venue that is surrounded by the untouched beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, and the lagoon of Walvis Bay, is dedicated to provide you with unique experiences.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    Rย 8ย 700 Rย 11ย 600

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Get one additional night with our compliments when paying for three nights. Offer is combinable with the โ€˜Honeymoon Spoilsโ€™ but not with the โ€˜Linger Longerโ€™ offer. Valid from 01 January to 31 December 2026

    Honeymoon

    Romantic touches and surprises included (specific items not detailed in excerpt)

    Combo

    Guests are encouraged to retreat to Pelican Point Lodge and escape the daily life for a bit longer. When staying a minimum of three paid nights, guests can enjoy a complimentary Sandwich Harbour tour half day. Offer is combinable with the โ€˜Honeymoon Spoilsโ€™ but not with the โ€˜Stay 4, Pay 3โ€™ offer. Valid from 01 January to 31 December 2026

  2. Shipwreck Lodge
    02 Premium

    Shipwreck Lodge

    A Michelin Two-Key lodge on Namibia's remote Skeleton Coast, where ten cabins styled as stranded shipwrecks face the Atlantic from a high dune in the Skeleton Coast National Park. The only lodge inside the park, it pairs desert-adapted wildlife with quad biking, sandboarding and beach walks past whale bones and rusting hulks.

    Per person sharing, per night, from

    Rย 22ย 390

    Current offers

    Stay & Pay

    Stay 3, Pay 2: book three nights at Shipwreck Lodge in combination with a minimum of two nights at any other Natural Selection Namibia property and pay for only two of the three nights at Shipwreck. Excludes Peak Season (1 July to 31 August 2026).

    Honeymoon

    One spouse receives 50% off the nightly accommodation rate

The basics

Why, when, and where.

WHY

Stretching along the northern part of Namibia is Skeleton Coast, boasting with the most eerily beautiful and remote landscapes, and connecting with the Atlantic ocean.

Skeleton Coast offers the escape to unparalleled peace and solitude. Here you can engage with the local Himba communities and learn about their unique traditions.

Despite the seemingly uninhabitable environment, Skeleton Coast is home to the desert-adapted elephants, lions, hyenas, and antelopes.

WHEN

Although Skeleton Coast offers a variety of unique attractions all year round, the winter months, May to October, may be considered as the most favorable time to visit.

The daytime temperatures are bearable and the skies are clearer, making it the photographer's paradise. The wildlife, especially desert-adapted species, may be more active and easier to spot.

From November to April, the summer season, you will have greener landscapes and fewer tourists, providing a more exclusive experience.

WHERE

The Skeleton Coast, with its remote and haunting beauty, offers limited but authentic accommodation options, from luxury lodges to wild camping.

The perfect blend of unique wilderness and luxury retreat.

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Imagery

Skeleton Coast, in pictures.

Recent travellers

Word from people who have just been to Skeleton Coast.

Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Skeleton Coast, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.

"Our travel agent Monica could not have been more helpful, we are very grateful for the effort she made to secure us a Safari at short notice. We are looking forward to travelling to Africa in September. Karen & Clive"
June 2026 ยท Verified on Trustpilot โ†—
"i will have to say i had a pleasant time on my trip, full of fun experiences, that is something that i can say that i can knock out of my bucket list"
June 2026 ยท France ยท Verified on Trustpilot โ†—
"Very easy to book with Safari.com. It looks as though it will be a fantastic trip."
June 2026 ยท United Kingdom ยท Verified on Trustpilot โ†—
"I had an amazing experience working with Monica H. from Safari.com while planning a very special family safari in South Africa. From the very beginning, she was incredibly patient, responsive, and knowledgeable. I initially felt overwhelmed trying to coordinate different lodges, dates, and availability during high season, but she helped me find the perfectโ€ฆ"
June 2026 ยท USA ยท with Monica Havemann ยท Verified on Trustpilot โ†—

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