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Luxury Desert Camp
Namibia

Camp Sossus
Sossusvlei

Camp Sossus, Namibia
Camp Sossus, Namibia
Camp Sossus, Namibia
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Camp Sossus, Namibia

Highlights

  • Exclusive desert location
    Set within a 24,000-hectare private conservancy, Camp Sossus offers extraordinary privacy and space. Surrounded by vast, silent desert, it feels worlds away from anywhere else, with endless views and a deep connection to the land.

  • Eco-conscious design
    Built entirely with repurposed materials and powered by solar, the camp is a benchmark in sustainable safari living. It blends beautifully into its ochre surroundings, showing that comfort and low impact can go hand in hand.

  • Tailor-made desert adventures
    No two days are the same. Explore on foot with desert-adapted guides, ride horses across ancient plains, or head out in a 4WD across remote valleys and dry riverbeds. Every activity is curated to suit your pace and interests.

  • Unrivalled stargazing
    The night skies here are utterly pristine. With no light pollution for hundreds of kilometres, you can lie back and watch the Milky Way arc overhead, or sleep out on your private star bed in complete silence.

  • Utter flexibility and freedom
    There are no set schedules. Wake when you wish, head out at first light or linger over breakfast, dine alfresco in the dunes or under canvas. The rhythm of your stay is entirely your own.

  • Private access to Sossusvlei dunes
    Avoid the crowds with special access through a little-used private gate. Arrive at the dunes ahead of the day-trippers, climb Big Daddy or explore the eerie beauty of Deadvlei in the early morning light.

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How do we get there?

Camp Sossus is best reached by light aircraft from Windhoek or Swakopmund, with flights landing at a nearby private airstrip. From there, it’s a short drive into camp, through vast open landscapes already teeming with desert-adapted wildlife.

Alternatively, it’s possible to arrive by road as part of a wider journey through Namibia, though we recommend breaking up the drive with an overnight stop en route due to the distance and terrain.

Are children welcome?

Yes – children are very welcome at Camp Sossus.

This is one of the most family-friendly camps in the region, with a flexible, relaxed atmosphere and plenty to keep younger travellers engaged. Days can be shaped entirely around your family’s rhythm, with activities tailored to different ages – from gentle nature walks and dune-boarding to tracking wildlife or stargazing around the fire.

There’s also the option for exclusive use of the camp, which works brilliantly for multi-generational groups or families looking for complete privacy.

Giving back

Camp Sossus is a model for sustainable safari living, designed to minimise impact on its fragile desert surroundings while still offering exceptional comfort.

  • Built using repurposed materials
    Every structure has been constructed from recycled or reclaimed materials, with minimal disturbance to the landscape. The camp is entirely demountable, meaning it can be removed without leaving a trace.

  • 100% solar-powered
    All power is generated by solar, with energy-efficient systems throughout. Water is carefully managed, with low-consumption fittings and a strong emphasis on conservation.

  • Low-impact operations
    There are no permanent foundations, no concrete, and waste is strictly managed to ensure nothing is left behind. Camp Sossus runs entirely off-grid and champions a ‘leave no trace’ approach in every aspect of its operations.

  • Community-driven employment
    The camp employs staff from nearby communities and supports local training, helping to build skills and bring long-term benefit to the region.

What wildlife might you encounter?

While the Namib Desert may seem barren at first glance, it is home to an extraordinary array of desert-adapted wildlife, perfectly evolved to survive in this harsh, beautiful environment.

  • Oryx and springbok are frequently seen, often silhouetted against the dunes in the early morning light. Their ability to go without water for days makes them true desert specialists.

  • Hartmann’s mountain zebra, with their distinctive stripes and sure-footed movement, roam the rocky escarpments nearby.

  • Bat-eared foxes, black-backed jackals and Cape foxes are spotted regularly, especially on evening drives.

  • You may also encounter ostrich, kudu, steenbok and even the elusive brown hyena, one of the desert’s more secretive predators.

  • Birdlife is surprisingly rich, with everything from sociable weavers and larks to Lappet-faced vultures and Verreaux’s eagles circling above the cliffs.

  • For insect lovers, the desert reveals a fascinating world – from toktokkie beetles to dancing white lady spiders and ingenious fog-basking beetles, all adapted to draw moisture from the morning fog.

While large predators are rare, the real magic here lies in the subtlety of the ecosystem – the way everything survives against the odds. With expert guides on hand, you’ll start to notice signs and stories that would otherwise be missed.

Why we love Camp Sossus

At first glance this may look like a barren, albeit spectacular, spot, but there is so much life and history to discover. It is the kind of place that reminds you there’s always something new to learn.

Aisha Gross

Destination Expert

Africa + the Indian Ocean
Camp Sossus, Namibia

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