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AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
About the lodge
An overview of AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge.
andbeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge has an almost surreal quality against the backdrop of the spectacular Namib Desert. The tranquil atmosphere of this unique landscape is a refreshing change of pace from the hustle and bustle of a busy city. With the wilderness stretching out towards the horizon every way you look, the sense of isolation from the outside world is instant and intense.
Highlights
- Stargazing Extravaganza - a nightly star feast featuring a sophisticated on-site observatory, a state-of-the-art Celestron CPC 1100 GPS (XLT) computerized telescope, and a large stargazing skylight above your bed.
- Specialist-Led Experiences - our team will assist you in planning a range of exciting, specialist-guided experiences to ensure you get the most out of your desert adventure during your stay.
- Soar Over Sossusvlei - enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the vast desert plains surrounding the lodge during a scenic helicopter flight.
- Big Dune Walk Experience - traverse ancient sands and hike 'Long Dune’s' winding crest, sculpted by prevailing winds.
The Detail
Exploring this land and its hardy inhabitants is an experience unlike any other. Zebra, springbok, jackal, and gemsbok are just some of the many fascinating creatures you may encounter during a scenic drive or nature walk. Marked hiking trails are a popular activity, as is the high-speed adrenaline rush of quad-biking across the surrounding sand dunes.
Set amidst an ocean of dunes, rocky outcrops, and gravel plains, the utter tranquility and extraordinary clarity of light make this area one of Africa’s most compelling landscapes. The night skies are heavenly, with the concession bordering the International Dark Sky Reserve of the NamibRand Nature Reserve. A canvas of beauty that invites reconnection with yourself and nature.
Sustainability and uncompromised luxury go hand in hand at Sossusvlei. Ten beautifully appointed stone and glass suites, spread out along the curve of the escarpment, open onto ever-changing outlooks. Each spacious air-conditioned suite features a secluded, shaded veranda complete with a private plunge pool, a living room with a fireplace, a large retractable skylight above the bed, and an ensuite bathroom with a glass-encased rain shower offering 180º desert views. The two-bedroom Star Dune Suite is an ideal option for families or groups of friends.
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, a comfortable sitting room, a walk-in cellar, an interactive kitchen, and a rim-flow pool. Other signature features include numerous shaded, private spaces; a sunrise-view gym; and a sunset-facing wellness center offering both a treatment room with a private spa bath and a separate wet-room spa. The lodge’s Signature Shop showcases Namibia’s finest craft offerings.
Price Includes
- Accommodation, three meals daily, soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers, teas and coffees, and refreshments on scenic nature drives
- SWAROVSKI OPTIK binoculars (one pair per room to use throughout your stay)
- Guides' Journal with an illustrated wildlife and vegetation checklist
- Area map with an illustrated Star Birds checklist
- Laundry
- Activities - one morning Sossusvlei excursion, Living Dunes, Desert People, Desert Rock, Desert Drive, Big Dune Walk, Stargazing, and self-exploration (e-biking and hiking). Activities are guided and subject to availability.
- Emergency medical evacuation insurance
- VAT
- Transfers to and from the lodge airstrip
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 10 Jan 2027
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Peak / migration
1 Jun 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, safari activities, and round-trip transfers to the lodge airstrip
RÂ 36Â 750
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 – 20 Dec 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, safari activities, and round-trip transfers to the lodge airstrip
RÂ 21Â 950
Festive
21 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, safari activities, and round-trip transfers to the lodge airstrip
RÂ 36Â 750
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Exclusive offer
Available right now.
Stay & Pay
Long stay discounted rates: Stay for 6+ nights and save up to 15%: May be applied for a combination of &Beyond lodges in Africa (subject to seasonal availability of the offer), for the same guests on a single itinerary.
Honeymoon offer
For couples celebrating a wedding.
Documented from Wolwedans Collection's 2026 rate sheet. A formal offer you can claim, not marketing language.
Honeymoon Offer
50% discount on one partner's accommodation for the full stay (one partner pays full rate, the other pays 50%)
Honeymooning couples at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge receive a 50% saving on one partner's accommodation for the entire stay. One partner pays the full rate while the other pays 50% of the accommodation rate. A minimum 2-night stay is required, the offer is based on the 1–5-night rate, excludes the Star Dune Suite, and is valid for travel within 6 months of the date of marriage. Proof of marriage must be supplied. Valid 11 Jan 2026 – 10 Jan 2027.
- Minimum stay
- 2 nights
- Valid
- 11 January 2026 – 10 January 2027
- Proof
- Marriage certificate (travel must be within 6 months of date of marriage)
- Combinable
- May not be combined with other offers or Long Stay rates
Honeymoon Offer
50% discount on one partner's accommodation for the full stay (one partner pays full rate, the other pays 50%)
Honeymooning couples at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge receive a 50% saving on one partner's accommodation for the entire stay. One partner pays the full rate while the other pays 50% of the accommodation rate. A minimum 2-night stay is required, the offer is based on the 1–5-night rate, excludes the Star Dune Suite, and is valid for travel within 6 months of the date of marriage. Proof of marriage must be supplied. Valid 11 Jan 2027 – 20 Dec 2027.
- Minimum stay
- 2 nights
- Valid
- 11 January 2027 – 20 December 2027
- Proof
- Proof of marriage (travel must be within 6 months of date of marriage)
- Combinable
- May not be combined with other offers or Long Stay rates
Milestone Celebrations Offer
20% discount on accommodation
Guests celebrating a significant wedding anniversary (1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50 or 60 years) at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge receive a 20% discount on their accommodation. The offer is valid for travel up to 6 months before or after the anniversary date, applies to all room types on the 1–5-night rate, and can only be applied to the room occupied by the milestone guest(s). A wedding certificate must be provided as proof. Valid during specified periods in 2026.
- Valid
- 11 January 2026 – 20 December 2026
- Booking
- Valid for 6 months before OR after celebration date
- Proof
- Wedding certificate (or identification for birthdays)
- Combinable
- May not be combined with other offers or Long Stay rates
Milestone Celebrations Offer
20% discount on accommodation
Guests celebrating a significant wedding anniversary (1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50 or 60 years) at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge receive a 20% discount on their accommodation. The offer is valid for travel up to 6 months before or after the anniversary date, applies to all room types on the 1–5-night rate, and can only be applied to the room occupied by the milestone guest(s). A wedding certificate must be provided as proof. Valid during specified periods in 2027.
- Valid
- 11 January 2027 – 20 December 2027
- Booking
- Valid for 6 months before OR after celebration date
- Proof
- Wedding certificate (or identification for birthdays)
- Combinable
- May not be combined with other offers or Long Stay rates
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Terms and eligibility may change. Your specialist confirms all offers at the time of booking.
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
Minimum ages
- Stay
- All ages
- Game drives
- 6+
- Walking safari
- 12+
Programmes & care
No dedicated kids' programme.
Babysitting available
Accommodation
Family unit available.
Child rates
0–2 yrs sharing: free (cot subject to availability). 3–5 yrs sharing: free (triple room subject to availability). 6–16 yrs sharing: 50% of adult rate. 6–16 yrs in own room: 1st child full adult rate, 2nd & 3rd child 50% (max 3 children per room). 17+ charged as adults.
Notable exceptions
- Stay accepts all ages (infants welcome with cots subject to availability; a single supplement applies when an adult shares with an infant). Game drives have a default minimum age of 6, with children aged 6–12 admitted at the Lodge Manager's discretion; dedicated children's nature drives can be arranged on request for 3–5 year olds. Children under 6 are not permitted on standard nature drives or walks. Walking safaris are limited to guests 12 and older. The Star Dune Suite (2 bedrooms + private lounge/dining) accommodates max 4 adults OR 2 adults + 2 children (3 children on request at additional cost); triple rooms accommodate 2 adults + 1 child aged 16 or younger. The Soar over Sossusvlei helicopter experience is open to children only if sharing in the Star Dune Suite (max 2 children). Private vehicles can be pre-booked subject to availability but are not required to bring younger children on activities.
Walking safari
Built for walking.
Documented walking safari options at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge. Distinguishes short bush walks from dedicated walking trails and overnight wilderness journeys.
Half-day walk
Guided Bushman Walk
A guided morning walk into the Namib Desert led by an expert Bushman tracker, who reads the signs left in the dunes and sand — from golden moles swimming through the sand to side-winding snakes — revealing the remarkable stories hidden in the desert landscape. The walk concludes at the Wolwedans Village (Heart & Home), where guests receive a guided tour of the camp's sustainability operations, including water sourcing, solar power, and organic farming, followed by an organic produce lunch in the gardens.
Morning activity; duration not explicitly stated; concludes at Wolwedans Village with village tour and organic lunch. Included activity on all rates.
- Cost
- complimentary
- Availability
- Included on all rates
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Sleep-outs
Under the stars.
Star beds, sleep-out hides, walking sleep-outs and overnight platforms documented at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge.
Star bed
Room Star Bed
A star bed overnight experience available at select Wolwedans camps, included in the room rate at certain properties. Guests sleep out under the Namib night sky directly from their accommodation.
Overnight duration. Available at Desert Lodge and Dune Camp (marked with checkmark); NOT AVAILABLE at Mountain View Suite, Plains Camp, or Boulders Camp. Specific group size limits not stated for this variant.
- Cost
- Included (complimentary where available, marked ✔)
- Availability
- Subject to availability; NOT AVAILABLE at certain camps
Sleep-out hide
Star Bed. Desert Sleepout – with dinner hamper & sunrise coffee
An overnight desert sleep-out experience under the stars, including a dinner hamper and sunrise coffee. Guests sleep out in the open Namib landscape with meals provided. Requires a minimum 3-night stay and must be pre-booked. Available seasonally September to April.
Overnight duration. Min 2. Max 10 guests. Includes dinner hamper and sunrise coffee. Minimum 3-night stay required. Season: September–April (May–August excluded due to very low night temperatures). Must be pre-booked at reservations level. NOT AVAILABLE at Mountain View Suite, Plains Camp, Boulders Camp.
- Cost
- NAD 2 500 pp
- Availability
- Seasonal Sep–Apr; advance booking required; minimum 3-night stay
Sleep-out hide
Star Bed. Desert Sleepout – Seasonal (with sunrise coffee and meals in camp)
A seasonal overnight desert sleep-out experience under the stars, including sunrise coffee and all meals taken in camp. A more inclusive sleep-out option at a slightly lower per-person rate. Requires a minimum 3-night stay and advance pre-booking. Available September to April.
Overnight duration. Min 2. Max 10 guests. Includes sunrise coffee and meals in camp. Minimum 3-night stay required. Season: September–April (May–August excluded due to very low night temperatures). Must be pre-booked at reservations level.
- Cost
- NAD 2 150 pp
- Availability
- Seasonal Sep–Apr; advance booking required; minimum 3-night stay
Platform / deck
Mountain View Suite Sleep-Out Deck
The Mountain View Suite — the most private and romantic suite at Wolwedans — features a dedicated sleep-out deck as part of its private amenities, alongside a plunge pool, private lounge and dining area, and a private chef and guide. Guests can sleep out on this deck under the Namib stars.
1 en-suite tent for up to 2 adults. No children permitted. Includes private chef and guide, en-suite bathroom, private lounge and dining area, plunge pool, and sleep-out deck.
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Horseback
Saddle up.
Horseback riding options at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge. Rider experience and age requirements vary; check the details on each ride before booking.
Guided ride
Horse Riding
An afternoon horse ride through the NamibRand desert landscape, open to all levels of riders from beginners to experienced. Guests can choose their own pace — from a flat-out gallop to a sedate walk — and may opt to end the ride with sundowners on the dunes. This is an additional-cost activity that can be booked in advance or while in camp.
All levels of riders welcome; option to end with sundowners on the dunes; afternoon activity
- Cost
- Additional cost
- Availability
- Advance booking or book while in camp
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Imagery
A closer look.
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Plan your dream safari at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at AndBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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