Wolwedans

NamibRand

Oct 26

A sanctuary of remote stylish desert dune camps and lodges placing sustainability at the heart of the experience.

the look

Safari-chic with an elegant out-of-Africa vibe. A combination of down-to-earth canvas and pole tents and simple but refined lodges set on wooden decks overlooking ochre-orange dunes, desert grasslands, and the Losberg mountains.

must-do’s

Communal campfires (including gourmet dinners) with fellow travelers.
Guided desert safaris.
Head out to Dune 45 at sunrise (pays off to get to the part entrance early before the crowds).
Sleep under the stars if you have the chance – most of our recommended stays offer overnight camping options.
Join a walking safari to scope out the big 5 of the desert: oryx, springbok, kudu, zebra, and, of course, the tok- tokkie beetle.

Discover the fairy circles of the Namib. Fairy circles, for those unfamiliar, are strange spots in the sprawling grasslands of the Namib Desert that remain a mystery to this day. You can even buy and reserve one on your behalf with donations going to conservation efforts of the NamibRand.

the impact

Sustainable ethos: Committed to low impact tourism (44 beds per 200,000 hectares) and a certified Global Ecosphere Retreat (GER).

Eco-Design: Eco-friendly low-impact buildings with furniture made from recovered and recycled materials.
Conservation-focused: Strong supporter of conservation initiatives protecting the surrounding NamibRand Nature Reserve and committed to guaranteeing conservation for future generations.
Community-driven: Invests in community upliftment work and revitalization projects. Employs underprivileged Namibian youth from surrounding villages to learn the trades.
Culinary sustainability: Grows fresh produce in the organic garden.
Waste, water, and energy management: Collects, stores, and recycles waste. All lodge sites run on clean, sustainable energy through dedicated solar panels (including solar fridges).

“Sustainability means to be more conservative in what we take out, and maintaining a balance by putting something back.”

— Stephan Brückner (founder of Wolwedans)

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good to know

As of 2021, Wolwedans will introduce fixed arrival days at the main camps including: Dune Camp, Dune Lodge. Boulders Camp, a Private Camp (secluded) and Mountain View Suite. Wolwedans collection consists of:

The Dune Lodge: A tented camp with wooden chalets, sundowner decks canvas blinds. Swimming pool. 22 guests.
Boulders Camp: A tented camp off the beaten track amidst the boulders (45 km south of Wolwedans). 8 guests.
Dune Camp: Pitched tents on wooden platforms (minimum 2-night stay). 16 guests.
Private Camp: Exclusive chalet. (6 guests).

location

Located 60 km from Sossusvlei/Deadvlei and Sesriem in the Wolwedans Private Concession. Driving to the NamibRand Nature Reserve is definitely the cheaper and more environmentally friendly way to get there. Take time to enjoy the journey, the open roads and endless vistas.