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Bounded by the Atlantic Ocean and hartebeest, zebra and some of the trans-frontier conservation area. The the Desert in the west and the more than 120 different bird spe- , which forms a natural orange dunes of the Kalahari in the cies recorded. The mysterious “fairy boundary between the two countries, east, Southern Namibia is a land of circles” are an ubiquitous feature of offers pleasant conditions for canoeing wide open spaces and solitude. It offers Namib Rand. and rafting. a diversity of unique attractions ranging from historical buildings and ghost towns Adjoining the dune sea to the east Travelling westwards of Aus towards to fossils and quiver tree forests. is the Naukluft massif with its deep Lüderitz, the landscape is characterised valleys, canyons, undulating hills and by seemingly never-ending plains The main attraction of the southern sheer cliffs. A sanctuary to the sure- merging in the distance with the region is the spectacular , a footed Hartmann's mountain zebra, horizon. This is the home of the wild clay pan formed when the shifting dunes the rugged mountains are a haven to horses of the Namib, one of the few of the Namib smothered the course of the outdoor enthusiasts, offering walks, a populations of desert-dwelling feral Tsauchab River. Surrounded by majestic challenging 8-day hike and a 4x4 trail. horses in the world. star-shaped dunes with curvaceous lines, Game to be seen include , the pan and the surrounding dunes are kudu, and . Built amongst rocky outcrops along the especially breathtaking in the early southern Namib coast, Lüderitz owes its morning hours. The pan can be dry Duwisib Castle is another well-known existence to the discovery of diamonds

SOUTHERN for up to a decade, but after heavy attraction in the south of the country. in 1908. With its wealth of German floods, it can hold water for almost a Built in 1908-9 by Captain Hans- colonial buildings, Lüderitz has survived year. Nearby is the spectacular Dead Heinrich Von Wolf, the castle nestles time and the elements, unlike the former Vlei with its pure white clay floor and between rolling hills, southwest of mining settlements at Kolmanskop,

dead camel thorn tree trunks reaching Maltahöhe. It is open to day visitors, Elisabeth Bay and Pomona which SOUTHERN skywards. while campsites are also available. became ghost towns.

Sesriem, the gateway to Sossusvlei, Awe-inspiring is perhaps an under- The area surrounding is named after a 30m deep canyon statement when describing the raw is renown for its quiver tree forests, carved through layers of conglomerate beauty of the Canyon which dolerite rock formations eroded into by the Tsauchab River. The name is ranks amongst the largest canyons in weird shapes and fossils of prehistoric translated as “six thongs” - a reference the world. The most spectacular section fish. Travelling north towards to the fact that pioneer farmers had to is 65km long and the canyon reaches from Keetmanshoop, the volcanic rim of use six ox thongs to lower buckets to the a depth of 549m. The Ai-Ais Resort is Brukkaros is a distinctive landmark. pools in the narrow canyon. renowned for its thermal springs and marks the end of the 85km long Fish Hardap Dam Resort, just north of Namib Rand Nature Reserve, 60km River Canyon Hiking Trail, one of the Mariental, lies on high cliffs overlooking south of Sesriem, is Namibia's largest top hikes in southern . the country's largest dam. In addition private reserve. Namib Rand's diver- to being a popular angling and sity of landscapes represents virtually The Fish River Canyon conservation watersport destination, the game park all facets of the Namib Desert. Visitors area and the adjoining Richtersveld offers visitors an opportunity to see a to the reserve are more than likely to National Park in have variety of game species in their natural encounter gemsbok (oryx), hyena, been designated Namibia's first habitat.

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Ai-Ais/Fish River Canyon Central Lodge 82 Solitaire Guest Farm 86 Ai-Ais Hot Springs Resort 80 Kalahari Anib Lodge 78 Spreetshoogte Guest Farm 86 Cañon Lodge 78 Kalahari Game Lodge 82 Weltevrede Guest Farm 86 Cañon Roadhouse 79 Quivertree Forest Camp 82 Cañon Mountain Camp 79 Schützenhaus Guesthouse 82 Sossusvlei Seeheim Hotel 83 A Little Sossus Lodge 86 Aus Vogelstrausskluft Country Lodge 82 Betesda Guest Farm 87 Klein-Aus Vista 79 Hammerstein Lodge & Camp 86 Namtib Desert Lodge 80 Lüderitz Haruchas Guest Farm 87 Lüderitz Nest Hotel 83 Intu Afria Zebra Lodge 87 Grünau Protea Hotel Sea-View Kulala Desert Lodge 87 Grünau Country House 80 Zum Sperrgebiet 83 Kulala Wilderness Camp 88 Savanna Guest Farm 80 Le Mirage Desert Lodge & Spa 88 SOUTHERN Vastrap Guestfarm 80 Maltahöhe Little Kulala 88 White House Guest Farm 81 Namib Desert Lodge 79 Farm Duwisib Guesthouse 84 Namib Naukluft Lodge 88 SOUTHERN Helmeringhausen La Valleée Tranquille 84 Naukluft Experience 89 Lovedale Farm Holidays 81 Nubib Nature Camp 84 Namib Rand Family Hideout 90 Sinclair Guest Farm 81 Tolou’s Lodge 84 Namib Rand Safaris 91 Tiras Mountain Conservancy 81 Sesriem Camping Site 90 Kalkrand Mariental Sossus on Foot 90 Gras Game Lodge 81 Auob Country Lodge 84 Sossusvlei Lodge 92 Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp 90 Karasburg Solitaire Zebra River Lodge 90 Kleinbegin Game Lodge 81 Camp Gecko 85 Namibgrens Guest Farm 85 Keetmanshoop Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge 85 Canyon Hotel & Casino 82 Solitaire Country Lodge 85

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Ais-Ais/fish River Canyon 07 Fish River Canyon: Ai-Ais Hot Springs & Hobas

Fish River Canyon is the largest canyon in the southern hemisphere. It is one of the main tourist Reservations attractions in the south of the country. A popular undertaking is the Fish River Hiking Trail, which Central Reservations Office starts from the main view point near Hobas and ends at Ai-Ais. It is approximately 86km and takes Tel.: +264 61 285 7200 4 - 5 days to complete. The hike is possible only during the winter months. Fax: +264 61 224 900 E-mail: [email protected] Ai-Ais Hot Springs Resort is located at sulphurous hot springs, and means “burning water” in the local dialect. The resort lies at the southern end of the Fish River conservation area.

Hobas Camping Site is 10km from the main viewing point and has a kiosk with basic supplies and swimming pool.

Aus Area Grünau 08 Namtib Desert Lodge Grünau Country House Hotel Pension & Rest Camp The Jewel of the Tiras Mountains! P.O. Box 2, Grünau, Namibia Tel.: (063) 262001 Fax: (063) 262009 E-mail: [email protected] www.grunauch.iway.na 27º 44.00’S 18º22.69’E Grünua Country House is situated on the junction where the roads The farm situated at the edge of the Namib Desert covers an area of from , Windhoek (B1), Johannesburg / (B3) and 164km². At NAMTIB DESERT LODGE we offer accommodation in 5 the Fish River Canyons (C12) meet. We offer: Single; Double and fam- farm style bungalows each with own bathroom. The campsite LITTLE ily rooms, All en-suite. We also cater for campers and caravans, as HUNTER’S REST offers 5 widespread sites with fireplaces as well as well as the BUDGET-CONSCIOUS TRAVELLER / backpacker by means ablution facilities. of bungalows, with clean outside ablution facilities. Grünua Country Reservations Rates: (B&B p.p.) House have a popular, fully licensed `a la carte restaurant and spa- P.O. Box 19, Aus Meals & activities on request cious private ladies bar. We are well known for our excellent meals and Tel./Fax: (063) 683055 Sharing: N$478-00 breakfast. Premisses are enclosed with a 24-hour monitored electric SOUTHERN [email protected] Single: N$610-00 security fence, for your privacy and peace of mind. Free transport to & www.namtib.com Camping: N$65-00 from Intercape Mainliner Terminus. Group reservations are welcome, Airfield: (Coordinates) 26°02’15”S – 16°13’38”E with parking for busses. Silver HAN Award of exellence 2004 & 2005. TYYY TYYY SOUTHERN Grünau Area Grünau Area 09 Savanna Guest Farm 10 Vastrap Guestfarm

Set at the foot of the picturesque Great Ka- Rean & Hettie Steenkamp ras Mountains, lies the 22 000ha Savanna P.O. Box 26 Guest Farm. Situated on the B1 national Grünau road, 40 km north of Grunau and only 1 Namibia km off the main road, Savanna is the ideal Tel.: (063) 262063 base to explore the attractions of the area Fax: (063) 262063 or as a stop over to and from S.A. Cell: 081 124 9162 E-mail: You can opt for a self catering unit, a [email protected] spacious family room or a cozy double www.vastrapguestfarm.com room, all with en-suite bathrooms and air 5km from Grünau on conditioned. The historical main building B3 road to Karasburg P.O. Box 1233, was built at the turn of the century and is Keetmanshoop, Namibia now the home of the von Schauroth family. Tel.: (063) 683127 Travelling to or from South Africa, Vastrap is the place to stay over A hearty Namibia dinner is available by night. At the Guest Farm we offer 6 en-suite rooms, meals on request, Fax: (063) 262050 prior arrangement. E-mail: [email protected] a large swimmingpool, braai and freezing facilities. We also offer day Reasonable rates on trips on the farm and to the Fish River Canyon. Here you will experi- request ence the peace and tranquillity of a Namibian Farm. HHYYY HHYYY

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Grünau Area Helmeringshausen Area 11 White House Guest Farm 12 Lovedale Farm Holidays

P.O. Box 9 Grünau Namibia Tel.: (063) 262061 Fax: (063) 262061 Cell: 081 285 6484 Malcolm and Louisa Campbell Tel/fax: 09264-63-683031 [email protected] PO Box 11, e-mail: [email protected] www.withuis.iway.na Helmeringhausen, Namibia website: www.lovedale.iway.na The White House, 11km north of Grünau Rates: N$40.00 - N$125.00 p.p. to break your trip between Windhoek & Rates 2006: Lovedale - The Gateway to Sossusvlei and one of the oldest and best South Africa. It is just over 100km from Single: N$150-00 known farms in Namibia - is situated 19 km from Helmeringhausen on both the Fish River Canyon & Ai-Ais. Double: N$300-00 the C27 - the Scenic route to Sossusvlei and Swakopmund. Accommodation comprises 8 rooms Under 12 yrs: N$50-00 We specialize in self-catering accommodation in a fully equipped with en-suite facilities. The farm also has Dinner: N$60-00 three-bedroom house, plus a “safari-room”. Two luxury campsites a Rosequartz mine. Dolf and Kinna de Barbeque: N$50-00 are also available with 220V electricity, hot showers and flush toilets Wet look forward to sharing their true Breakfast: N$30-00 (clean and safe). Wood, BBQ-packs and “self-catering breakfast packs” Namibian Hospitality with you. VAT + bed levy incl. are available.

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Helmeringshausen Area Helmeringshausen Area 13 Sinclair Guest Farm A+B Tiras Mountains Conservancy

Situated on the edge of the Namib Farm Tiras: A Desert, between Duwisib Castle and (Chalet & Camping) Helmeringhausen, is Sinclair Guest Farm, Klaus Peter & Anita Koch renowned for its cuisine. Accommodation P.O. Box 35, Helmeringhausen is in comfortable rooms with bathroom Tel.: (063) 683048 en-suite. The stunning scenery in the area Farm Gunsbewys: B provides ample photo opportunities, while (Chalet & Camping) hobby geologists will find much of interest 45.000 ha on the edge of the Namib Gertrud Gräbner at the nearby copper mine. Desert between Fish River Canyon P.O. Box 42, Helmeringhausen and Sossusvlei. Enjoy the vastness Tel.: (063) 683053 Reservation office: Situated off C14 on the 407 E-mail: [email protected] and manifold of our beautiful landscape. Guided 4x4 Dune & KIDOGO Safaris from Helmeringhausen www.natron.net/tour/sinclair Tel: (061) 243827 Tel.: (063) 683049 Rates: Mountain tours can be arranged. Rock paintings, bird & game Fax: (061) 259286 P.O. Box 21783 (incl. dinner and breakfast) [email protected] Windhoek, Namibia from: N$620-00 p.p. watching, succulent excursions & SOUTHERN Tel.: (061) 226979 Airstrip: quiver tree forest. This is the place Fax: (061) 226999 S25º43’526” E16º22’468” to spend a few relaxing days away from everywhere. We speak German, English and SOUTHERN

Kalkrand Area Karasburg Area 14 Gras Game Lodge 15 Kleinbegin Game Lodge

P.O. Box 54 Otto & Martie Cloete Kalkrand P.O. Box 25, Karasburg Tel.: (063) 264141 Tel. (063) 269315 Fax: (063) 264142 Fax: (063) 269318 [email protected] [email protected] http://kleinbeginlodge.tripod. com Gras Game Lodge, Rates on Request situated 232 km south of Windhoek on the banks of the Fish River, offers a powerful combination of Old World charm and the stunning This scenic game farm is situated S 27º 58’ E 019º 02 beauty of the African wilderness. Our headquarters is a completely 90km from and 25km restored 1906 German Colonial Manor where we offer fine Afrikaner from Karasburg on the B3 road. We offer the silence and beauty of cuisine married with the best South African wines. nature, plus Bed and Breakfast, holiday accommodation, game viewing, hunting in season, birdwatching, hiking, 4 x 4 trial, mountain biking, Guests will find Gras a perfect setting for nature walks, photography swimming pool and sundowners. Within easy reach of the Fish River and the sort of quiet contemplation all-too-rare in our hectic, modern Canyon and Ai-Ais. Our guests can look forward to personal service in world. a very private atmosphere. We will also spoil you with delicious venison meals. We also offer you the unique experience of viewing the great Fish River Canyon by aircraft.

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Keetmanshoop Keetmanshoop Canyon Hotel Central Lodge

The friendly Canyon Hotel, conveniently situated in Keetmanshoop, offers Luxurious accommodation at af- tourists, business executives, conference organisers and delegates a taste Tel.: (063) 225850 forable prices: of typical Namibian hospitality. The hotel is fully air-conditioned and each Fax.: (063) 224984 - Centrally situated of its 70 rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, TV, radio, telephone, E-mail: [email protected] - a la carteRestaurant coffee machine and wall-to-wall carpeting. Other facilities include a gym, a www.central lodge.com swimming pool and conference facilities for up to 100 delegates. - en-suite bathrooms - Outdoor swimming pool P.O. Box 950 Fax: (063) 223714 - Secured parking Rates: Keetmanshoop, Namibia [email protected] - Personalized Service Single: N$240.00 - N$260.00 Tel.: (063) 223361 www.canyon-namibia.com - Private spa baths Double: N$380 - N$400.00 Rates on request - 5 channel TV Viewing and photographing of our own cheetah free of charge (7km) HHHTYYY Grading pending

Keetmanshoop Area Keetmanshoop Area 16 Kalahari Game Lodge 17 Quivertree Forest Rest Camp

C15 from Gochas P.O. Box 262 P.O. Box 22, Koës, Namibia Keetmanshoop Direct No. for farm: Tel.: (063) 222835 Fax: (063) 222835 Tel.: (063) 693105 [email protected] Fax: (063) 693106 Website: [email protected] quivertreeforest.com.na www.kalaharigamelodge.com Rates: Rates on Request (B&B p.p.) Located on a 27000ha paradise of red Sharing: N$490-00 Visit the wonder of nature and relax at the close-by rest camp. Attend sand dunes and savannah woodland Single: N$560-00 the cheetah feeding in the afternoon. Eight rooms with private shower, this lodge is home to a family of 8 toilets and air-conditioning. Seven bungalows - fully equipped for self- Airstrip: Kalahari Lions. An abundance of game Latitude: 25º-38 Min South catering, swimming possibility. Camp site (with electricity, hot showers allows them to hunt and feed in their Longitude: 19º-52 Min East and toilets). natural habitat. Collar transmitters en- Runway: direction: 33º-15 How to find us: 1 Km north of Keetmanshoop on B1, turn righton able the guides to monitor and track

SOUTHERN Road C16, pass Hospital, turn left on Road 29 (Road to Koës). Drive their movements, therefore game drives at this lodge offer an experience 13 Km to Quivertree Forest Rest Camp. different from any other. Accommodation is in 7 rustic, comfortable rooms, 3 with en-suite bathrooms, 4 with own separate facilities. 26º28’9” 18º14’3” SOUTHERN Keetmanshoop Keetmanshoop Schützenhaus Guesthouse 18 Vogelstrausskluft Country Lodge

P.O. Box 47 P.O. Box 1959 Keetmanshoop, Namibia Keetmanshoop Tel.: (063) 223400 Tel.: (063) 683086 Fax: (063) 225596 reservations@vogelstrauss E-mail:schü[email protected] kluft.com www.vogelstrausskluft.com Rates: (B&B) Rates: N$260-00 - N$300.00 p.p. From N$635-00 p.p. (B&B)

The Schützenhaus, established in 1907, is the oldest German Club in South- The lodge overlooks an ancient dry S26º 57’ 86” • E 17º31’ 12” ern Africa. It was privatized after 98 years and is now a Guest House. It is riverbed with spectacular sunsets in situated in Pastoric Street and its tranquil surroundings are a true resting this arid and interesting part of Southern Namibia. The main building place for the weary traveler. It is the ideal base station for guests wish- with the restaurant, lounge, curio shop, patio and swimmingpool is ing to explore the fossil trail, fish river canyon, quivertree forest, giant’s centrally situated and the thatch and stone finishing blends the infra- playground and other tourist attractions in and around Keetmanshoop. structure into the environs. Nature drives to the edge of the Fishriver Here you can re-live the good old times. It boasts 11 luxury double rooms Escarpment may bring Kudu, Oryx, Springbok, Ostrich and Zebra into with air-conditioning and in suite bathrooms, 2 luxury family rooms and the lens of the nature lover. three guide rooms. An A le carte restaurant, private bar, swimming pool and barbeque facilities are also available. Pending HHHTYYY

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Keetmanshoop Area 19 Seeheim Hotel

The Seeheim Hotel is situated 45km from Keetmanshoop on the road to Lüderitz. Its old world P.O. Box 1338, Keetmanshoop charm offers a refreshing change from the hustle and bustle of modern living. Tel.: (063) 250503 Fax: (063) 250531 The hotel offers the comforts of quality accommodation without losing its authentic qualities. E-mail: [email protected] Visitors from around the world delight in the rustic splendour of this stone hotel which has been Website: www.seeheim.co.za captured in three feature films. Rates: On Request HHTYYY

Lüderitz Lüderitz Nest Hotel All our rooms are sea facing and we will provide you with outstanding cuisine and personalised service. Non-smoking rooms are available. The Nest Hotel is the ideal place from which to explore the many and unusual destinations in and around Lüderitz, such as a day trip to the 55m Bogenfels rock arch and the forsaken mining town of Pomona, or an excursion to the intriguing host town of Kolmanskop.

Facilities include: • private beach with safe swimming • swimming pool HAN Award of Excellence • ideal conditions for windsurfing • sea facing sauna 1999 - 2004 • seafood speciality restaurant • conference facilities • Oyster Bar serving fresh Lüderitz oysters • ala carte “Penguin Restaurant” • Bar with panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean • Internet Cafe

P.O. Box 690 Tel.: (063) 204000 Lüderitz Fax: (063) 204001 SOUTHERN Namibia E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] HHHHTYYY Website: www.nesthotel.com Rates: N$525-00 p.p. sharing SOUTHERN Lüderitz

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Maltahöhe Area Maltahöhe Area 20 Farm Duwisib Guesthouse 21 Nubib Nature Camp Farm Duwisib is situated Nubib Nature Camp, situated on 7,500 right next to Duwisib ha on the edge of the Namib desert ap- Castle. It's your ideal prox. 104km south of Sesriem, is the stopover between Fish ideal vacation spot for the nature lover. River Canyon, Luderitz Here you experience nature close-up and Sesriem. Get value without sacrificing your comforts. for your money and Clear blue skies and the sound of relax in our clean and desert silence will transform you to another dimension. The view from the cozy accommodation or Nubib mountains into the Namib desert is unforgettable and you can find a if you are just passing variety of fauna and flora, probably the most comprehensive in the Namib. through, enjoy some delicious apple pie and fresh coffee in our kiosk We offer 10 thatched roof bungalows with en-suite bathrooms, a restau- while watching our tame ostriches seeking your attention. rant with roof top view and various activities including hiking trails and mountain drives. P.O. Box 21 Rates: Maltahöhe, Namibia Double rooms: N$390-00 p.p. Reservations: Rates: (D, B&B p.p.) Reservations: (D, B&B) P.O. Box 25, Sharing: N$ 540-00 Tel./Fax: (063) 293344 Contact us for budget rates and Maltahöhe, Namibia Single: N$ 600-00 E-mail: [email protected] special offers Tel./Fax: ++264 (0)63 683007 Please Note: www.namibianexperience.com E-mail: [email protected] No Credit Cards Accepted HT

Maltahöhe Area 22 La Vallée Tranquille between the Kalahari & the Namib desert Contact details: LA VALLEE TRANQUILLE Tel./Fax: 264 (0)63 293508 E-mail: [email protected] • Pretty rooms en-suite New • Private Patios Web: www.lavalleetranquille.com • Swimming Pool P.O.Box 70 • Self-Catering Units with braais MALTAHÖHE • Nature Walks • Restaurant • Bird Watching • Shop (fresh produce • Ostrich Feeding home-made bread) • Historical Sites ÔAHERA Cultural Centre MALTAHÖHE Special Stop • Airstrip under Construction Rates: Double Room: N$240-00 Rates: (DBL/DBB/PPN) N$460-00 • Backpackers Single Room: N$200-00 • African art shop Children Welcome • Restaurant Access for handicapped • Internet/Phone SOUTHERN • Daweb Cultural group Tel./Fax: 264(0)63293028 NTB Registration E-mail: [email protected] (G.F.A00157) *Your second home *Your in Africa* SOUTHERN

Maltahohe Area Mariental Area 23 Tolou’s Lodge 24 Auob Country Lodge

P.O. Box 164, Maltahöhe P.O. Box 6597, Windhoek, Namibia Tel.: (0668) and ask for Tel.: (061) 374750 Namgorab 5222 Fax: (061) 256598 [email protected] [email protected] www.namibialodges.com Rates: Rates: N$410-00 p.p. (D, B&B) From: N$360-00 p.p.s. (B&B) Conveniently situated between Walvis & game drive Bay and Lüderitz is a route that takes S 24º49” • E 18º46” you past some of the highest dunes in Reservations: the world at Sossusvlei. At the halfway Auob Lodge a green Oasis in the Kalahari Eden Travel mark, between mountains and dunes, landscape is situated on the banks of the dry Tel.: (061) 234342 lies Tolou’s Lodge. Each of the 15 bun- Auob River. The 52-bed Lodge has 2 family Fax: (061) 233872 galows has its own roof top patio where units, restaurant, lapa and TV lounge with a you can enjoy a sundowner or view the fireplace for chilly winter evenings. Enjoy the spectacular star-studded sky. Photographers’ Haven. peaceful atmosphere at the swimming pool or discover the surrounding area • Sossusvlei day trips • Hiking (unguided) on foot or horseback or gamedrives. Easily accessible by road or plane. • Visits to a unique patch of • Duwiseb castle day Camping available. dunes entrapped by mountains trips HHHTYYY

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Solitaire Area 25 Camp Gecko Camp Gecko is situated on the D1275 down Spreetshoogte The real “Out of Africa” feeling! P.O. Box 31277 pass (only 200km from Windhoek). Pionierspark Experience the real “Out of Africa” - feeling with Windhoek, Namibia bush-tents (en-suite bath rooms) placed in the si lence of Tel./Fax: +264 (0)62 572017 the sa van na. En joy the feel ing of infi nite calmness, a E-mail: [email protected] panoramic view on the Naukluft mountains, close ness www.camp-gecko.com to na ture and the most beau ti ful sun sets in Na mibia. Rates: The call of the geckos and the sparkling mag ic of the N$460-00 p.p. (D, B&B) Af ri can sky will stay in your mem o ries for ever! We of fer: N$350-00 p.p. (B&B) 6 bush-tents with en-suite bath rooms (ei ther 2 sin gle or N$290-00 p.p. Selfcatering 1 dou ble bed) and var i ous camp sites. ( 2% bed-levy included) Activities include: swimming in our natural dam (no Camping from N$50.00 p.p. chemistry), bo tan i cal hik ing trail, hikers paradise, Children: traditional bow-shoot ing, various trips (sossusvlei, 0-6 years free naukluft, etc.), relax by the fi re, mountain biking. 7-12 years 50% Taste our home-made products and vegetables from From 13 years full price our gar den. A secret, unspoiled and wild romantic paradise - Food for the Soul! Handmade knives for collec tors, hunter, out door, etc.

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Solitaire Area Solitaire Area 26 Namibgrens Guest Farm 27 Solitaire Country Lodge

Road 1275 P.O. Box 6597, Windhoek P.O. Box 21587 Tel.: (061) 374750 Windhoek, Namibia Fax: (061) 256598 Tel.: (062) 572021 [email protected] Fax: (061) 222893 www.namibialodges.com [email protected] Rates: (B&B) www.natron.net/namibgrens Ensuite Accommodation: from N$260-00 p.p. B&B Rates: On request Camping: N$55-00 p.p.s. Solitaire Country Lodge is cen tral ly situated in the Namib region and is S23º53” • E016º01” 23º35ºS 16º16ºE the perfect stop o ver for self-driving 170km from Windhoek, this is a beau ti ful stopover on the route guests. Accommodation comprises of 25 en-suite rooms and 15 campsites. via Spreetshoogte to Sossusvlei and the coast. Breath tak ing es- Break fast, light lunch and dinner pro vid ed. A café is situated within close carp ment views over the Namib Desert, an abun dance of wild life, proximity for all your self-catering needs. Swim ming pool, general motor repair ga rage with emergency workshop and fuel is available as well. Only SOUTHERN fauna and fl o ra, can be explored with Hiking Trails, Farm/Game/ Sundowner/4x4 Drives. Out stand ing cui sine and hos pi tal i ty. Our 83 km's from Sesriem entrance to Sossusvlei. 2001 & 2002 HAN Awards of Ex cel lence says it all.

HTYYY SOUTHERN Solitaire Area 28 Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge A unique desert destination... Affordable quality

Central: Tel +264 (0)61 257467 Reservations: Fax +264 (0)61 257469 Lodge direct: Tel +264 (0)64 694000 E-Mail: [email protected] • Did you ever see the sun set over the Namib? Or: [email protected] Or hear the sound of silence ? www.rostock-ritz-desert-lodge.com • Breathtaking views over incredible land scapes 240 km from Windhoek & Swakopmund • 22 rooms en suite with own balcony Only 120 km from Sesriem (for Sossusvlei) • Our cool pool with the best view in the west S 23º32.275” EO15º50.335” • Superb cuisine in our a la carte restaurant • DISCOVER THIS AMAZING DESERT Rates from only N$ 627-00 pp (B&B) • View historical Bushman Rock art • Nature drives plus Camel riding and treks ...Awesome scenery amid • Hiking trails in dunes, canyons & moun tains • An ideal centre for a longer stay in the Namib inspiring still ness • We will take good care of you, we yearn to be HHHYYY part of your ultimate African experience....

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Solitaire Area 29 Solitaire Guest Farm

P.O. Box 4119 Walvis Bay, Namibia Tel.: (062) 682033 Fax: (062) 682034 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.solitaireguestfarm.com Rates: B & B: N$350-00 p.p. Self-catering house: N$450-00 Dreamlike, situated between wide open plains and rugged granite mountains. A little oasis with friendly Camping: N$ 50-00 p.p personal hospitality. Enjoy the nature of the Namib Desert on 5000ha with game like Kudu, Mountain Zebra, Oryx and Springbok. Relax in our swimming pool with stunning view over the Desert, admire the S23º51’899S 16º03’519E nature on a walk, hike or sunset drive and enjoy a real farm cuisine. Expire Africa’s wild and game on a “Night Drive” and visit the miraculous mountain that looks like a human skull.

The entrance to our Farm is only 500m from the gas station at Solitaire. Accommodation consist of 6 en-suite rooms, self-catering house and camping. From here you can do day trips to the spectacular dunes of Sossusvlei and the Sesriem Canyon, the gigantic Naukluft Mountains and the three passes – Spreetshoogte, Gamsberg and Remhoogte.

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Solitaire Area Solitaire Area 30 Spreetshoogte Guestfarm & Campsite 31 Weltevrede Guest Farm

Lizelle P.O. Box 4119 P.O.Box 32037,Windhoek Walvis Bay, Namibia Tel.: (062) 572010 Tel.: (063) 683073 Fax: (062) 572010 Fax: (063) 683074 Cell: 081 268 8912 [email protected] [email protected] www.weltevredeguestfarm.com www.natron.net/tour/ Rates: spreetshoogte D, B & B Guestfarm: We are situated on your N$450-00 p.p. sharing way to Sossusvlei. It is a necessity to Rates on request. Single: N$490-00 p.p. overnight at Spreetshoogte Guestfarm if you want to see a spectacular sunset and be surrounded by a farm We are situated 37km south of Solitaire and 47km north of Sesriem, and homely atmosphere. the entrance to Sossusvlei. Bordering on the Namib-Naukluft Park, Weltevrede Guest Farm is a paradise for photographers. Accom- Campsite: 3.5 km from top of Spreetshoogte pass you can find our modation is in bungalows en-suite. After an adventurous day, cool off in our pool and enjoy delicious farm cuisine. Activities incl. scenic SOUTHERN campsite. You can experience the spectacular sunset and view. Hiking trails are available. Each campsite has its own private facilities. walks, game viewing and camping in the desert.

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Sossusvlei Area Sossusvlei Area 32 A Little Sossus Lodge 33 Hammerstein Lodge & Camp

P.O. Box 31301 Hammerstein Lodge: Close to Sossusvlei Pioneerspark, Windhoek and approximate 65km from Sesriem lies the Tel.: (063) 293300 Hammerstein Lodge. or (061) 226979 The ideal stopover for travelers that want to Fax: (061) 226999 encounter a close and personal experience with bookings@littlesossus. some of namibias wild cats (Leopard, Cheetahs, com.na Caracals). A Little Sossus Lodge lies at the junction www.littlesossus.com.na Visitors have a choice between Bungalows of the C19 and D854 roads, 35km south- Rates 2007: equipped for Selfcatering, Camping, or full board east of Sesriem. The wide grassy valley is N$625-00 (B&B) P.P.S. and Lodging. sheltered by the Nubib, Tsaris and Naukluft p.p. sharing P.O. Box 250, Maltahöhe mountains. Windhoek, Namibia Tel.: (063) 693111/693113 We offer simple but stylish accommodation Camping Fax: (063) 693112 in stone chalets, which were designed in an hammerst@ hammerstein.com.na environmentally friendly way. www.hammerstein.com.na Rates 2006: B & B: N$350.00 p.p.

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Sossusvlei Area Betesda Lodge and Camping

Situated 40km from Sesriem on road D854. Betesda is the ideal getaway or just an over night stop.

P.O. Box 9385 Tel.: (063) 693253 We offer dinner, bed & breakfast and the best camp ing facilities Eros Fax: (063) 693252 Rates on Request in the area. Also available: a swimmingpool, hiking, horse riding, Windhoek E-mail: [email protected] trips to Sossusvlei and Sesriem canyon, sundowner & farm trips. NAMIBIA Website: www.betesda.iway.na Balloon fl ights and scenic fl ights over Sossusvlei and Namib Desert can be arranged. S24 370 161 E 015 590 424 HHYYY Sossusvlei Area Sossusvlei Area 35 Haruchas Guest Farm 36 Kulala Desert Lodge

Your Hosts: Milena & Wolfgang Sauber P.O. Box 80127 Olympia Windhoek Tel.: (063) 683071 Fax: (063) 683072 This beautiful lodge has 15 en-suite units, shaded by thatch [email protected] and built on raised wooden decks to catch the breezes. Their www.natron.net/tour/ fl at roofs are the perfect spot to sleep under the Namib sky. haruchas/index.htm The main area comprises an open, yet cosy, lounge and bar. Activities include guided 4x4 excursions to the Sossusvlei Situated 255km southwest of Windhoek on Rates: (VAT incl.) through our own private gate to the reserve, birding, and Route D855, Haruchas is a 20,000ha farm D, B&B guided nature walks and drives in and around Sossusvlei dunes ideally positioned to offer trips to Naukluft Single: and Deadvlei. Park, Sossusvlei, the Zaris Moun tains and N$540-00 HB

SOUTHERN Duwiseb Castle. Double: P.O. Box 6850, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek, Tel.: (061) 274500, Fax: (061) 239455, ✪ HAN N$465-00 p.p. HB 2% Bed Levy Included A/H: 081 124 3066, [email protected], [email protected], Best Guest Farm Award 2000-2002 www.wilderness-safaris.com, Rates on request HHTYYY SOUTHERN

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Sossusvlei Sossusvlei 38 Kulala Wilderness Camp 39 Little Kulala

This camp accommodates 18 guests in luxury tents shaded by Little Kulala hosts 24 guests in luxury, climate controlled thatch roofs, with en-suite bathrooms, wrap-around decks thatched units, each with en-suite bathroom and outdoor and roofs ideal for stargazing or sleeping out. The main area, shower, wrap-around veranda, small plunge pool and "sala" flat roof for gazing at and sleeping under the stars. The elegant elevated on a wooden deck under thatch, offers a homely lounge, dining room, bar, wine cellar and curio shop, all under atmosphere with open barbecue area, sparkling pool and thatch; the pool and sundeck allow for afternoon relaxation. sundeck for relaxing afternoons. Activities include guided Activities include guided 4x4 excursions to the Sossusvlei 4x4 excursions to the Sossusvlei through a private gate to the through a private gate to the reserve, birding, and guided nature reserve, birding, guided nature walks and drives in and around walks and drives in and around Sossusvlei dunes and Deadvlei. Sossusvlei dunes and Deadvlei. P.O. Box 6850, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek, Tel.: (061) 274500, Fax: (061) 239455, P.O. Box 6850, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek, Tel.: (061) 274500, Fax: (061) 239455, A/H: 081 124 3066, [email protected], [email protected], A/H: 081 124 3066, [email protected], [email protected], www.wilderness-safaris.com, Rates on request www.wilderness-safaris.com, Rates on request

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Sossusvlei Sossusvlei Area 43 NamibRand Family Hideout 44 Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp

P.O. Box 9950 Windhoek Namibia Tel.: (061) 226803 Fax: (061) 220634 Mobile: (081)1272957 E-mail: Sossusvei Wilderness Camp, is close to Sossusvlei, yet on a [email protected] private reserve, ensuring exclusivity. The nine natural rock www.hideout.iway.na chalets are en-suite with a wooden deck and splash pool. The Our rustic, yet comfortable 3 bedroomed farmhouse can accommodate main area comprises of a lounge, bar and wooden wrap-around up to 10 people. Fully equipped for self-catering, with gas fridge & stove, deck ideal for magnificent sunsets and afternoon reading. solar lights and barbeque facilities. Hot showers. Bedding available by Guests can spend time on early morning excursions to the prior arrangement only. Scenic walking and 4x4 trails, dune-boarding, magnificent Sossusvlei dunes, nature drives or walks, taking in excellent photography, stunning desert views and birding waterhole. incredible desert scenery. Hideout hire per night: N$560-00 - N$1365-00 depending on length of stay and season. Discounts for residents of SADC countries. P.O. Box 6850, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek, Tel.: (061) 274500, Fax: (061) 239455, For an undisturbed back-to-nature 25º14’42”S 16º03’43”E A/H: 081 124 3066, [email protected], [email protected], desert experience on the NamibRand Nature Reserve. www.wilderness-safaris.com, Rates on request

Sossusvlei Sossusvlei 45 Sossus on Foot 46 Sesriem Camping Site and Sossusvlei

Reservations Central Reservations Office Tel.: +264 61 285 7200 Fax: +264 61 224 900 E-mail: [email protected]

Sesriem Camping Site is 63km from Sossusvlei and in close proximity of Sesriem Canyon. Sossusvlei boasts some of the highest P.O. Box 27 Rates 2007: dunes in the world. On rare occasions, following good rains Maltahöhe, Namibia Available on request within the Tsauchab River catchment area, the pan or “vlei” Tel: (063) 293217 Guided walks from N$150 p.p fills up with water. This water “wonder” in the middle of the Fax: (063) 293209 Excursions & Hiking on request desert is a spectacular sight. Sesriem Canyon is a narrow [email protected]

SOUTHERN gorge of about one kilometre in length and about 30 to Tour specialists at Sossusvlei for: 40 metres deep, formed as a result of erosion over many Guided walks, Guided Excursions, centuries. The camping sites, in the shade of ancient camel Full-day hiking, Information thorn trees, are in great demand. You will benefit from our experience! SOUTHERN Sossusvlei 47 Zebra River Lodge

P.O. Box 11742 Windhoek Tel.: (063) 693265 Fax: (063) 693266 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.zebrariver.com

Zebra River Lodge is in the canyons S 24º 31' 37" E 016º 17' 48" of the Tsaris Mountains. Although day excursions to Sossusvlei and the Naukluft can easily be made, Zebra River is a destination within itself.There are wonderful walking & hiking trails, the landscape is spectacular and you can take the opportunity to relax and unwind in a very pleasant setting. Interesting geology, plenty of fauna & flora, a good view from the shady verandah off your room - definitely a place to spend some holiday time!

Marianne & Rob Field look forward to welcoming you at Zebra River Lodge! TYYY

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Sossusvlei 48 Wolwedans Dune Camp - NamibRand Nature Reserve

Positioned on the edge of 250 – metre high dune the camp consists of six accommodation units and the lapa area. Tents Rates: are pitched on wooden platforms and overlook panoramic vistas in all directions. Each tent has a private spacious veranda N$ 1850-00 p.p.p.n. and an en-suite bathroom fitted with hot shower, water basin and flush toilet. (fully inclusive) Dune Camp is the ideal gateway for nature lovers who appreciate the graphic beauty and diverse landscape of the Namib Single: N$740-00 Desert. The camp requires a minimum stay of two nights and it is seasonal from 1 March – 30 November. Daily park fee NAD: Rates are fully inclusive (fullboard, drinks and bar, activities and VAT). Park fees excluded. N$135-00

NamibRand Safaris (Pty) Ltd, Windhoek, Namibia, Tel.: (061) 230616, Fax: (061) 220102, [email protected],www.wolwedans.com Wolwedans Dunes Lodge - NamibRand Nature Reserve

This 20 bed lodge is perched on top of a dunes plateau and overlooks panoramic vistas in all direction, capturing the Rates: desert in an intimate and memorable way. The building style is a combination of wooden poles and large canvas blinds / N$2850-00 p.p.p.n. windows that open up to the desert beyond. Each of the nine spacious chalets with en-suite bathroom leads on to a private (fully inclusive) veranda and stretches of untouched sand. Single: N$1140-00 A special attraction at the lodge is the Mountain View Suite. Providing living space in abundance, the suite is ideally suited Daily park fee NAD: for those who want to stay for several days taking it easy at times reading, walking or just relaxing. N$135-00 The main complex - also build stilts - consists of a bar and two lounges, a library, a wine cellar, sundowner decks with a

SOUTHERN fire place, a spacious dinning room and a swimming pool. Rates are fully inclusive (fullboard, drinks and bar, activities and VAT). Park fees excluded.

NamibRand Safaris (Pty) Ltd, Windhoek, Namibia, Tel.: (061) 230616, Fax: (061) 220102, [email protected],www.wolwedans.com

Wolwedans Private Camp - NamibRand Nature Reserve SOUTHERN

Suited in the quiet seclusion of an idyllic valley, this splendid suite for four guests exclusively, is the perfect getaway for Rates: honeymooners or individual seeking uncompromising privacy and solitude. The idea of the Private Camp is for nature N$1850-00 p.p.p.n. to lovers to get away from the normal hum and enjoy a special desert experience off the beaten track. N$3850-00 (fully incl.) This private villa is built with wood and canvas and comprises of two spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, verandas and Daily park fee NAD: a lounge with a study, a classic dining area and a fully equipped open plan kitchen. The private camp is ideal for families N$135-00 that want more privacy or couples travelling together. Prices at private Camp range, pending on number of people per group, and whether guests prefer private activities or join camp and lodge guests for activities (please contact our offices for more detail). All rates are fully inclusive (full-board, drinks and bar, activities and VAT). Park fees are excluded. Private Camp is open all year round and requires a minimum stay of two nights. NamibRand Safaris (Pty) Ltd, Windhoek, Namibia, Tel.: (061) 230616, Fax: (061) 220102, [email protected],www.wolwedans.com

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Sossusvlei 49 Sossusvlei Lodge SOUTHERN

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