Kulala Desert Lodge

Situated on over 21,000 hectares of private property and bordering the Namib Naukluft Park, the Kulala Desert Lodge lies in the heart of the Namib Desert. It offers magnificent views of the famous red dunes of Sossusvlei as well as spectacular mountain scenery and vast open plains. Kulala has twelve thatched and canvas chalets or Kulalas (Swahili for "resting place") with private bathrooms with showers.

All chalets are set on wooden platforms to provide maximum airflow. The private verandas overlook a waterhole and provide the perfect location to view and photograph the desert sunset.Mattresses can be moved to the rooftop to sleep under the stars on a private stargazing platform on top of the room; a popular option with outdoor enthusiasts. The main lodge has a lounge, pub, dining area and plunge pool.

Early morning guided game drives to the spectacular dunes on the Tsauchab River are the main activity. Game drives and walks are also offered on the private reserve with incredible scenery, desert game and smaller desert-adapted fauna and flora. Spotlit night-drives are a highlight. Early morning ballooning, is another option offered, weather permitting. The one hour balloon safari offers a truly unique experience of soaring silently above the magnificent desert sand dunes and and ending off with a champagne breakfast served at the landing site.