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Sossusvlei excursions

in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
activity possible early morning or afternoon (preferably morning for photography – departing before sunrise)
small groups only (maximum of 6 guests per vehicle)
rate includes a picnic in the dunes
guide with in depth knowledge of the area
activity duration is approx. ½ a day (approx. 7 – 8 hours)
minimum of 2 guests or single supplement applicable

Naukluft excursions

great option, especially for guests with a 3rd night at the lodge
in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
non strenuous hiking to rock pools, great birding, knowledgeable guide
rate includes snacks and drinks
activity possible morning or afternoon – normally lasts ½ a day (5 – 6 hours)
variety of wildlife
minimum of 2 guests or a single supplement applicable

Sundowner drive

on the Kulala Wilderness Reserve – 22 000 hectares
opportunity to come face to face with the pro-Namib
relaxing way to end the day and enjoy a sundowner with snacks and beautiful views
lasts 2 – 2 ½ hours; leave after tea and back just before dinner
minimum of 2 guests or a single supplement applicable
in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle

Horse sleep-outs

short or long version available (1 – 3 nights) dependant on guests riding experience
luxury camping in the desert – dome tents, hot bucket showers, chilled white wine, fine bush cuisine
Horses and camps to suit varied levels of experience from novice to more accomplished
back up team takes care of all logistics
minimum of 2 guests or single supplement applicable

Horse sundowner ride

depart lodge after afternoon tea, and walk down to the stables
ride through varied terrain for about 3 hours
meet back up team at sundowner spot for drinks of your choice and snack platters
ride back under the stars in time for dinner at the lodge
minimum of 2 guests or single supplement applicable

Horse breakfast ride

meet for early morning tea and coffee and depart shortly after sunrise
ride for approx. 4 hours to a scenic breakfast spot and then back to lodge
enjoy champagne and a continental breakfast spread, as well as great views
minimum of 2 guests or single supplement applicable

Self guided walking trail

clearly marked
takes guests up onto a small mountain close to the lodge
lovely views, great way to stretch the legs and unwind after a long drive
ideal first afternoon activity
FOC

Other activities in the area

quad biking
hot air ballooning
scenic flights
wine tasting to Neuras Estate
can all be arranged at the lodge by Desert Homestead personnel
scenic helicopter flights