On the crest of the ancient sand dunes of the Namib Desert, the Namib Dune Star Camp provides accommodation in an intimate setting of only nine cabins.
The large deck at each cabin overlooks the spectacular landscape and the beds can be moved out onto the deck for an adventurous sleep under the stars.
As an extension of the Namib Desert Lodge, the camp is situated only 60 km from Sesriem and close enough to all the breathtaking attractions to be visited at Sossusvlei.
A thrilling experience of sleeping out in the desert is offered to adventurous travellers, while still enjoying the luxuries of soft beds and hot showers.
Namib Dune Star Camp Accommodation
Each of the rooms have a large bedroom and spacious deck.
The double beds are designed to be wheeled out for a night under the stars and extra bedding is supplied to ensure you sleep comfortably during the cold nights.
No air-conditioning, fans or plug points are available and guests are required to be mindful of the limited resources.The facilities are eco friendly, leaving a light footprint and runs on solar power and solar water heating.
No air-conditioning, fans or plug points are available and guests are required to be mindful of the limited resources. The cabins are set with a fair distance between them to ensure privacy.
Only children over the age of 12 years are welcome at Namib Dune Star Camp.
Accommodation Options at Namib Dune Star Camp
- Double Rooms
- Triple rooms
Double Rooms
Seven of the nine units have a double bed which can be wheeled out onto the deck for an adventurous night under the stars.
Extra bedding is available for the cold winter nights. The en-suite bathroom has a hot water shower.
Double Room Facilities
- Double bed on wheels
- Spacious deck
- Extra bedding for cold nights
- En-suite bathroom with shower and flushing toilet
- Solar power
- Tea/coffee station
- Basic toiletries
Triple Rooms
Two of the rooms on the dunes have an additional single bed to accommodate a third person.
This additional bed does not have wheels and cannot be moved outside like the double bed can.
A hot water shower is available in the en-suite bathroom and basic toiletries are supplied.
Triple Room Facilities
- Double bed on wheels
- Single bed without wheels
- Spacious deck
- Extra bedding for cold nights
- En-suite bathroom with shower and flushing toilet
- Solar power
- Tea/coffee station
- Basic toiletries
Namib Dune Star Camp Amenities
Dune Star Camp is not reachable in private vehicles and guests are transported from the main lodge area to the camp.
Breakfast and dinner is served at the restaurant facilities at the main lodge.
The balcony at the central lodge has unrivalled vistas and is the ideal place for a sundowner drink while enjoying the breathtaking sunset.
Facilities at Namib Dune Star Camp
- Restaurant with wrap-around deck
- Bar
- Eco friendly
- 24-hour security
- Malaria-free environment
What To Do at Namib Dune Star Camp
The exceptional view, clean air and bright starlit sky provides a once in a lifetime experience and the adventurous opportunity to sleep under the stars.
Sesriem is 60 km away and from there the Sesriem Canyon and Sossusvlei can be visited on day trips.
Activities
- Guided sunrise and sunset walks
- Guided scorpion night walk with stargazing
- Sleep out under the stars
- Game viewing
- Game walks - guided and self-guided
- General sightseeing at Sossusvlei, Sesriem Canyon and Solitaire
Things to See
- Sossusvlei, Dead Vlei and Hidden Vlei
- Dune 45, Dune Elim, Big Daddy Dune and Big Momma Dune
- Sesriem Canyon
- Solitaire
