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Hoodia Desert Lodge

Discover the Beauty of Namibia

Overview

Nestled on the banks of the Tsauchab River, Hoodia Desert Lodge provides a serene retreat amidst majestic mountains. Only a brief 20-minute drive from the lodge stands the Sesriem Gate, the entrance to the iconic red sand dunes of Sossusvlei. Committed to enhancing the traveller’s experience, the lodge offers a wealth of information and personal insights about the enchanting Namib Desert, encouraging guests to explore beyond the conventional. With a focus on “off the beaten tracks,” Hoodia Desert Lodge unveils the secrets of the desert, introducing visitors to rarely mentioned yet spectacular locations.

Room Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Bath / Shower
  • Safe
  • Tea / Coffee
  • Complimentary Toiletries

What to Expect

Hoodia Desert Lodge, opened in 2008, epitomises hospitality on an individual and intimate scale. With only 11 luxury chalets strategically spaced for maximum privacy, the lodge ensures a tranquil environment amidst the breathtaking desert landscape. Each chalet features a relaxed atmosphere, blending luxury and nature seamlessly. The accommodation includes air-conditioned, thatched chalets with en-suite bathrooms, featuring open-air showers and generous bathtubs. Additional amenities comprise a coffee station, fridge, mosquito net, and a private shaded deck. The main building offers a shaded outside lounge deck, a refreshing pool area, a lounge with a fireplace, a restaurant with a central fireplace, and an elegant bar, creating an inviting setting for a memorable stay. Owned and managed by the Becker family, the lodge combines professional hospitality with a personal touch, promising a delightful culinary experience crafted by skilled chefs.

Highlights

Accommodation

Indulge in the epitome of luxury at Hoodia Desert Lodge with our 11 exquisitely designed thatched chalets, offering a unique blend of comfort and natural elegance. Each chalet boasts en-suite bathrooms with indoor facilities, ensuring privacy and convenience. The air-conditioned interiors provide a cool haven in the midst of nature’s warmth. Experience the bliss of an open-air shower accompanied by a generous bathtub, seamlessly blending outdoor and indoor elements. A well-equipped coffee station allows you to savor moments of tranquility, complemented by the convenience of a fridge for refreshing beverages. Rest peacefully under the protection of a mosquito net, and unwind on your private shaded deck, immersing yourself in the serenity of the surroundings. These chalets are meticulously crafted to provide an unparalleled retreat where luxury meets the beauty of the natural landscape.

Sossusvlei Excursion with exclusive “Out of Africa” Dune Picnic Lunch

In our intimate familiarity with this stunning environment, we’ve recognised the limited and often inadequate information provided to travellers about the Sossusvlei Area before their departure.

Consequently, Hoodia Desert Lodge have made it our mission to share our passion and expertise about the enchanting Namib Desert with our guests. We invite them to join us for a distinctive, off-the-beaten-track experience, delving into the secrets of the desert.

Our goal is to offer a unique encounter with nature, focusing on less-explored locations rarely mentioned in guidebooks—especially pertinent in light of the escalating tourist numbers in the Sossusvlei area.

Embark on a journey from the lodge after breakfast, setting out before sunrise with our experienced guide in our 4X4 Safari Vehicle. Highlights of the day include sunrise at Sesriem Gate, historical insights into the National Park, and exploration of the Petrified Dunes. We venture off the beaten path, delving into the world of lizards, beetles, scorpions, spiders, and snakes, weather permitting for optimal track visibility.

Further off the beaten tracks, our guide shares knowledge about birdlife, with a focus on the endemic Dune Lark. Photography stops at prominent dunes precede our entry into the ancient Tsauchab River bed, where 4×4 engagement is essential. As we cruise through, our guide lectures on flora and fauna, leading us to a hike to Dead Vlei and Sossusvlei, using “secret routes” to minimise encounters with other visitors. A coffee and tea break in the Sossusvlei area, featuring seasonal fruits and homemade cookies, offers a delightful respite.

Before midday, we return to “Elim Dune” for an elegant “Out of Africa” picnic lunch under a majestic Camel Thorn Tree. The lunch setup includes table, chairs, tablecloth, cutlery, wine cooler, glasses, and a selection of freshly prepared cold food and beverages.

A visit to Sesriem Canyon, including a hike down the canyon with historical and geological insights, is an optional addition to the day’s itinerary. 

Our all-inclusive Sossusvlei Excursions cover entrance fees, food, snacks, water, cool drinks, juices, lunch, wine, and beer. During dune climbs, guides ensure guests are supplied with water and snacks.

Sun Downer  Experience

Our Lodge is surrounded by magnificent landscapes with a breath-taking view heading west over the red sand dunes. That fact allows us to experience fantastic sun sets nearly every day of the year.

We offer our guests with pleasure a sun set drive taking them out to a special place on one of our hills to give them the opportunity to witness this breath-taking spectacle.

Here we love to give our guests an intimate experience allowing them privacy in leaving them alone on a romantic spot without any danger.

The setup is very sophisticated and includes table, table cloth, chairs, fine decoration and a chandelier to give our guests a warm light after sun set. We offer freshly prepared snacks and traditional sun downer drinks. For our Honeymoon guests we offer with compliments a bottle of fine South African sparkling wine.

Approx. 45min after sun set we pick our guests up and bring them back to the lodge. We experienced in the past how much our guest appreciate this treatment for body and soul. 

We include in the price of our Sun Downer traditional sun downer drinks like Gin Tonic or Campari Orange, Beer, House Wines, Juices, Cool Drinks and Water.

Facilities

  • Bar
  • Laundry Service
  • Pool
  • Secure Parking
  • Internet
  • Restaurant
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