Sossusvlei and the surrounding dunes, which are some of the highest dunes in the world, is one of the main attractions of Namibia.
Over millions of years the Tsauchab River - which flows only occasionally after heavy rains in its catchment area - carved out a 30 m deep canyon in the arid landscape. From there it flows into the vleie where it disappears into the desert sand.
Only a few kilometres from the Sesriem entrance to the Namib Naukluft Park, Kulala Desert Lodge is located on the 37 000 hectare private Kulala Wilderness Reserve.
Kulala Desert Lodge Accommodation
Twenty-three thatched and tented chalets, also called Kulalas - the Oshiwambo word for sleeping - are set on elevated decks to maximise airflow and cool down the facilities. Each unit has a flat rooftop, ideal for sleep-outs under the stars.
Accommodation Options at Kulala Desert Lodge
- Standard Double or Twin Tents
- Family Tents
Standard Double or Twin Tents
Twin beds or a double bed is available in each of the standard units. En-suite bathroom facilities are provided, as well as mosquito netting.
There is a safe and fan in each unit and tea/coffee making facilities are provided. A private stargazing deck affords guests the opportunity to sleep under the beautiful Namibia night-sky.
Standard Double or Twin Tents Facilities
- Double bed
- Fan
- Mosquito net
- En-suite bathroom
- Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Private covered deck
- Private stargazing deck
- Tea/coffee making facilities
Family Tents
The two Family units each have two bedrooms, with each room furnished with 2 three-quarter beds and each with its own en-suite bathroom. The two rooms are connected by an outdoor deck.
Family Tents Facilities
- Two bedrooms
- Two ¾ beds per room
- Mosquito nets
- En-suite bathroom
- Fan
- Wi-Fi
- Safe
- Private covered deck
- Private stargazing deck
- Tea/coffee making facilities
Kulala Desert Lodge Amenities
The shared living area is open and elegant and has a sparkling pool and wraparound veranda.
A waterhole close to the public area offers game viewing opportunities on your doorstep. Gravel pathways connect the main area with the tented chalets.
Breathtaking views toward the Namib Desert and the Naukluft Mountains are to be enjoyed from the chalets as well as the communal areas.
Facilities at Kulala Desert Lodge
- Restaurant & Bar
- Free Wifi
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Sleep-out
- Safari store
- Kulala Wilderness Reserve
- Free parking
- Laundry service available
What To Do at Kulala Desert Lodge
Kulala Desert Lodge has a private entrance gate to the Namib-Naukluft Park, exclusively available to guests staying at the Lodge. This gives you access to the Sesriem Canyon, the massive dunes as well as the spectacular vleie, including Dead Vlei and Sossusvlei.
A variety of activities are offered from the lodge, including hot air balloon safaris.
Activities
- Nature drives
- Hot air balloon excursions
- Excursion to Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei
- Excursion to Sesriem Canyon
- Walking safaris
- Quad biking tours
- Horse riding
- Birdwatching
- Sundowner drive
- Electric fat-wheeled bike excursions
- Stargazing sleep-out
Things to See
- Elim Dune
- Dune 45
- Big Daddy Dune
- Big Momma Dune
- Sossusvlei
- Dead Vlei
- Hidden Vlei
- Sesriem Canyon
