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NAMIB NAUKLUFT
REGION
The main attractions in this area are the towering red
dunes at Sossusvlei, and 80 km further south the NamibRand
Reserve, offering some of the most photographed sights
in Namibia.
Wolwedans
is situated on the private NamibRand Reserve offering
a desert experience, quite different to Sossusvlei Expert
guides bring to life the diversity of the different
desert landscapes with expansive sand and gravel plains
interspersed by vast golden grass savannah and majestic
mountain ranges. Accommodation at Wolwedans Dune Camp
is for 12 guests in rustic tents on wooden platforms
whilst Wolwedans Dune Lodge is for 18 guests in luxurious
chalets.
Sossusvlei
Wilderness Camp is situated 30 km from Sesriem,
the entrance to Sossusvlei, where towering ochre dunes,
said to be the highest in the world, rise 1000ft above
the surrounding plains. The camp is situated on a 7000-hectare
property with wonderful desert scenery. Accommodation
for 28 guests is in luxury bungalows with ensuite facilities
and plunge pools. Excursions are taken by 4x4 vehicles
to the dunes, taking in the desert scenery and its fauna
and flora. Hot air balloon rides can be arranged.
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