Namibia • Wildlife
Sossusvlei in Style
Be sure to include this major highlight in your Africa itinerary.
One of the most pristine areas on Earth, the Namib Desert is a world of vast spaces, endless horizons, dramatic landscapes and jagged mountain heights. The largest private nature reserve in Southern Africa, the NamibRand Nature Reserve consists of 180,000 hectares of this unspoiled desert wilderness.
From NZ$6,800 per person, twin share
4 Days / 3 Nights • Daily, year-round • Namibia
Price quoted is a lead-in rate. As pricing may vary seasonally and according to standard/category selected, please contact us for a quote on your specific requirements.
Current offer • Book by 17 December 2027
Enjoy Free Scenic Heli-Flights
Stay 3 or more nights at Sossusvlei Desert Lodge and receive a complimentary 45-minute scenic helicopter flight over Sossusvlei. The offer is for one flight per full-paying adult, per stay; with a minimum of 2 guests and a maximum of 4 guests per helicopter flight. Offer only applies to children if sharing in the Star Dune Suite (maximum 2 children). Flights are weather-dependent.
Offer is valid on stays 1 April 2026 to 10 January 2028. Offer may not be combined with any other, and is subject to availability.
Ask us about the price of upgrading to a longer flight.
Wildlife journey. Let us tailor-make your itinerary to include travel arrangements before and/or after your stay.
Who this suits
Travellers who want the Namib's one great highlight in comfort, as a short standalone or a luxurious addition to a wider Africa itinerary.
Good to know
One morning Sossusvlei excursion is included, with the lodge's other activities — dune walks, desert drives, e-biking, stargazing — on offer through your stay. Flights to and from the lodge's airstrip aren't included; ask us to arrange them with your routing.
The journey
Day by day
Days 1 – 3 — Sossusvlei
Transfer to andBeyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, where ten air-conditioned stone and glass desert villas are cradled against ancient mountains and designed to capture the splendour and solitude of the desert. Furnished in hues of the desert, they feature a private veranda, split-level bedroom, living room with fireplace, ensuite glass-encased bathroom and outdoor shower. Villas are also equipped with a stargazing skylight, discrete music system and well-stocked personal bar.
Activities available include: One morning Sossusvlei excursion, living dunes experience, desert people experience, desert rock experience, desert drive, Big Dune walk, stargazing and self-exploration e-biking and hiking.
Escape the desert heat with a revitalising midday dip in the pool, fed by water from an underground spring. At sunset, animals are drawn to a nearby waterhole, enhancing desert sundowner drinks. A fine selection of wines from an impressive walk-in wine cellar complements the delicious meals.
Day 4 — Sossusvlei
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your onward flight where arrangements conclude.
Pricing • New Zealand dollars, per person
By season and category
2026
| Season | Twin, per person | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suite | |||
| 01 Jun – 31 Oct; 21 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$11,380 | NZ$17,070 | Enquire → |
| 01 Nov – 20 Dec | NZ$6,800 | NZ$6,800 | Enquire → |
2027
| Season | Twin, per person | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suite | |||
| 01 Jan – 10 Jan | NZ$11,380 | NZ$17,070 | Enquire → |
| 11 Jan – 30 Apr; 01 Nov – 20 Dec | NZ$7,070 | NZ$7,070 | Enquire → |
| 01 May – 31 May | NZ$7,070 | NZ$10,605 | Enquire → |
| 01 Jun – 31 Oct; 21 Dec – 31 Dec | NZ$11,835 | NZ$17,755 | Enquire → |
2028
| Season | Twin, per person | Single | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suite | |||
| 01 Jan – 10 Jan | NZ$11,835 | NZ$17,755 | Enquire → |
Price quoted is a lead-in rate. As pricing may vary seasonally and according to standard/category selected, please contact us for a quote on your specific requirements.
What’s included
- 3 nights’ accommodation
- Transfers to/from the lodge’s airstrip
- All meals during your stay (B, L, D) and refreshments on nature drives
- House alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Shared activities as per the itinerary
- Self-exploration biking and hiking
- Emergency medical evacuation insurance
- Laundry and VAT
Not included
- Flights to/from the lodge’s airstrip
- Premium beverages
- Gratuities
Booking conditions
Booking conditions as supplied by World Journeys.
- Pricing varies due to fluctuations in exchange rates; please contact us for current pricing or other changes
- Please enquire for pricing for children (6 – 16 years), cross-season, long stay, or Star Dune Suite
- Please also enquire for pricing for private 4×4 safari vehicle pricing
- More than two singles booked from 11 Jan to 30 Apr or 1 Nov to 20 Dec will incur a single supplement
- A single supplement will apply when an adult is sharing with a child 5 years & under
Journey operated by World Journeys and booked through Fine Travel.
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