The Namib is the worlds oldest desert. It is also known as a "living desert" for its intruing array of desert-adapted fauna and flora. Set at the foot of ancient mountains, Sossusvlei Mountain Lodge offers a highly sofisticated desert experience. Only 10 stone and glass desert villas are scattered along the edge of the mountains overlooking the desert sea, each offering absolute privacy. Mornings and evenings, guests are guided through the fascinating desert on walks, in open vehicles, riding automatic four-wheel ATV motorcycles, or even from the vantage of a hot-air balloon. Excursions are guided as far afield as the famous Sossuvlei dunes - the highest in the world. The lodge features a sophisticated observatory where guests are entertained by field guides sharing their knowledge of the cosmos.

Sossusvlei's Unique Features:

• The NamibRand Nature Reserve is privately owned and extends over 200 000 hectares of breathtaking desert wilderness
• Malaria-free
• Only guests have the privilege to explore this area of the Namib Desert on scenic drives and guided hiking trails
• Oryx, springbok, aardwolf, ostrich, hyaena, bat-eared fox, Cape fox and the endemic Hartmanns mountain zebra can be sighted as they thrive in the environment
• Stargazing safaris using a hugh powered Meade Schmidt-Cassegrain LX200 12-inch telescope
• An expansive star-gazing skylight over each bed
• CD players, viewing scopes and minibar in each villa
• Each desert villa offers complete privacy and seclusion - perfect for honeymooners
• Guided four-wheel motorbike (ATV) rides in the desert
• Air-conditioned open 4x4 safari vehicles excursions to Sossusvlei
• Archaeologically interesting
• Early-morning hot-air ballooning is offered as an optional extra (weather permitting) at an additional cost
• Scenic flights can be arranged on request and at additional cost.

Co-ordinates:
24°48'170" S 15°53'491" E