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Lodge · Namibia
Zannier Hotel Sonop
Zannier Hotels Sonop is a luxurious and unique tented camp nestled in the dramatic landscapes of the Namib desert. Resting on top of boulders in the Karas Region, this exceptional property blends lushness with the allure of 1920s British colonial adventure.
Lodge · Namibia
Zannier Hotel Sonop
Zannier Hotels Sonop is a luxurious and unique tented camp nestled in the dramatic landscapes of the Namib desert. Resting on top of boulders in the Karas Region, this exceptional property blends lushness with the allure of 1920s British colonial adventure.
Location · Namibia
About the lodge
An overview of Zannier Hotel Sonop.
Zannier Hotels Sonop is a luxurious and unique tented camp nestled in the dramatic landscapes of the Namib desert. Resting on top of boulders in the Karas Region, this exceptional property blends lushness with the allure of 1920s British colonial adventure.
Highlights
- Luxurious tent accommodations inspired by the early 20th-century British explorers. Furnished with antiques and handcrafted furniture, offering a unique blend of colonial elegance and modern luxury.
- Exclusive desert experiences including horse riding excursions, electric e-bike trails, and an outdoor cinema.
- Breakfast and dinner atop the Sonop Dune.
- Hot air balloon safari.
- Helicopter tours.
You Should Know
- One-bedroom tents can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child aged 6–12 years.
- Two-bedroom tents can accommodate 4 adults and 2 children aged 6–12 years.
The Details
Zannier Hotels is a collection of distinctive boutique hotels and resorts known for their unique, authentic, and luxurious experiences. Founded by Arnaud Zannier, the group focuses on providing hospitality deeply rooted in the local culture and environment of each location. Their properties are characterized by a commitment to simplicity, understated elegance, and a high level of personal service.
Price Includes
- All meals and beverages, except premium spirits and champagne.
- Two non-private nature drives and selected experiences.
- Walking trails.
- A 30-minute horse ride safari.
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
Honeymoon offer
For couples celebrating a wedding.
Documented from Zannier Hotels's 2026 rate sheet. A formal offer you can claim, not marketing language.
Honeymoon Amenities
Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival; one 60-minute spa treatment per adult per stay (choice of 'Customized Touch' treatments)
Honeymooners staying a minimum of 2 nights at Zannier Hotels Sonop (and/or Zannier Omaanda) receive complimentary honeymoon amenities: a bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival and one 60-minute spa treatment per adult per stay (choice of 'Customized Touch' treatments). Valid year-round and combinable with any other special offer. If staying at both lodges, amenities are applied only once at the guest's chosen lodge. A marriage certificate dated within 6 months of travel is required.
- Minimum stay
- 2 nights
- Proof
- A copy of marriage certificate not older than 6 months is required for the amenities to apply
- Combinable
- The honeymoon amenities are combinable with any other special offer
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 Zannier Hotel Sonop, 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 All ages · Walking safari All ages
- Family rooms
- No dedicated family unit.
- Care
- No dedicated kids' programme
Imagery
A closer look.
Your specialist for this lodge
Safari Specialist - Southern Africa & East Africa
Knows Zannier Hotel Sonop backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.
"We’ve had a really good experience with Sara at Safari.com. She’s been great to deal with, very patient with all our changes & always quick to come back with helpful advice. She really listened to what we wanted and put together a fantastic South Africa and Namibia trip for us."
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Let's design your stay.
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 Zannier Hotel Sonop: 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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