Namib Dune Star Camp

Camp Highlights

• The views from the dining and deck area
• Late afternoon desert walks
• Sundowner drink on the viewing deck
• The drive-in and out of the Namib Dune Star Camp
• Sunsets and sunrises from all areas of camp
• Sleeping out under the Namib Desert stars

Camp Information

• Lodge type: Dune Camp
• Location: Namib Desert, Namibia
• Lodge size: 9 Star Bed Chalets
• Recommended stay: 1 night

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Sleep Under The Stars At Namib Dune Star Camp

Namib Dune Star Camp is a truly unique addition to your stay at Namib Desert Lodge, offering an unforgettable experience of sleeping under the vast, starlit skies of the Namib Desert. This intimate and exclusive camp is perched high atop the iconic red dunes, providing breathtaking views of endless plains and rugged mountains that seem to stretch into eternity.

Getting to the Star Camp is an adventure in itself—a slow, scenic 30-minute drive along a sandy track that winds through a mesmerizing landscape of petrified desert and desert wildlife. It feels like stepping into another world, where the tranquillity and beauty of nature take centre stage.

For those seeking a one-of-a-kind escape, Namib Dune Star Camp is, without a doubt, a standout experience, blending natural wonder with the serenity of the desert. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of the Namib in a way that's both intimate and awe-inspiring.

Rooms And Suites

Nine wooden cabins all offer spectacular views, wooden sleeping decks and en-suite bathroom facilities. Cabins are within an easy walk from the central guest area and are spaced far enough apart to ensure a reasonable amount of privacy (although one can see your neighbours).

All double beds are fitted with wheels, and in the evening, under the Namib stars, your bed can be wheeled out onto the wooden deck. Bedding is suitable for all seasons; for those summer nights, the bedding is light, and for those winter nights, the bedding is heavy to keep you warm and toasty.

Cuisine And Wine

Dinners and breakfast are prepared in the kitchen by a team well known for their delicious offerings. Dinners are a three-course affair as well as a full breakfast with hot and cold options; both meals are served up in the dining area.

Only breakfast is included in the nightly rate; one has to pay in advance for the dinner back at Namib Desert Lodge.

Camp Facilities

The central guest area at Namib Dune Star Camp is small and compact, with a large wooden deck and an indoor dining area. The views from here are nothing sort of spectacular, with a 180+ degree panorama unlike any lodge in the area has to offer. The toilets around the corner from the central guest area offer probably the best views of any toilets the team at Uyaphi.com has ever seen. A loo with a view is an understatement.

Namib Dune Star Camp is completely eco-friendly, with solar panels for hot water and electricity, while water is from a borehole located nearby.

Safari Activities

Activities are based around short morning and afternoon nature walks in and around the surrounding dunes. The Namib Dune Star Camp is more about sleeping under the stars and the amazing desert scenery than an activity base; put another way, an evening here is an activity.

Family Friendly

Families with children older than 12 years of age are most welcome; unfortunately, under 12 years of age are not accommodated.

In Conclusion

Namib Dune Star Camp is an intimate camp set high up on the red dunes of the Namib Desert with views out over plains and rugged mountains in the distance. Whether you're looking for an unforgettable experience under the stars or simply a unique way to add to your stay at Namib Desert Lodge, this star camp is sure to please.

With only nine cabins available, be sure to book early!