Kwessi Dunes

NamibRand Nature Reserve, Namibia

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Stay at Kwessi Dunes

Kwessi Dunes is the first property launched in this region of Namibia by Natural Selection Safaris – an organisation aiming to be part of a ‘conservation solution’ for Africa’s wildlife and wild places. The lodge is set in a private 15,000 hectare reserve, itself a small section of the gargantuan conservation success story that is the NamibRand Nature Reserve. This 200,000 hectare wilderness is a living example of the power nature has to heal itself and regenerate a rich desert landscape after years of commercial farming.

The lodge was newly opened in 2020 with just 12 canvas and thatched chalets. Each chalet features high ceilings and air conditioning keep the rooms cool and comfortable for those hot Summer months. All rooms are en-suite with indoor and outdoor showers as well as outdoor sleeping decks for ultimate stargazing.

At the main area you’ll find a dining area, bar and library all air conditioned and all featuring glass walls and doors for an uninterrupted view of the spectacular desert scenery.

The 200,000 hectares of the NamibRand offer an endless playground for guests to explore. Morning and afternoon nature drives take you right out into the Namib Desert, it’s astonishing how much life there is to discover in such a harsh environment. One of the best ways to really gain an understanding of this unique habitat is on foot with a guided nature walk.

Visitors to Kwessi Dunes also have the opportunity to explore by horse back and quad-bike. An opportunity to explore further afield but outside the confines of a safari vehicle. Take to the sky with a dawn flight over this magnificent landscape by hot air balloon. Helicopter and fixed wing scenic flights are also available, as are day trips to the Sossusvlei.

Once you’ve finished with all that come back for cooling swim in the pool, a soothing massage at the lodge and a well deserved sundowner. Then refuel with the freshly prepared creations from the kitchen.

Why we love it

Activities galore from hot air ballooning and quad-biking to discovering secret desert wonders
Your own private 15,000 hectare wilderness within the 200,000 hectares of the NamibRand
A designated ‘Dark Sky Reserve’ makes this one of the best places on Earth for stargazing

Facilities

WIFI

Swimming pool at main area

Complimentary laundry service

Children of all ages welcome

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Experiences

Scenic Drives

Discover the untouched natural beauty of the NamibRand Nature Reserve, learning about the flora and fauna of the area.

Nature Walks

Understand the sheer magnitude of the Namib desert on a walk across grassy savannah, fiery red sand dunes and towering mountains.

Hot Air Balloon

Listen to the sounds of the desert as you soar in silence over the orange hues of the NamibRand Nature Reserve below.

Scenic Flights

To feel like you are the only people in the world, fly over the Namib desert for breathtaking golden sand dune views for as far as the eye can see.

Sky Beds and Star Gazing

The NamibRand is Africa’s first designated International Dark Sky Reserve meaning it’s one of the least light-polluted areas in the world. Spend a night in a Sky Bed to see the stars in all their glory.

Quad Biking

Break away from the traditional game drives and try quad biking for a more adventurous way of exploring the endless dunes.

Wellness

Enjoy a well-deserved spa treatment or two after a day out exploring the endless desert of the Namibrand.

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Atilla

The journey to Namibia and Serra Cafema was the best trip I’ve ever done. I really loved the remote camp, the way we travelled there (flying over the endless dunes and amazing coastline in a private plane) and the infinite hospitality, knowledge and passion of the whole team. We enjoyed a lot of activities: we visited the Himba people, which was the experience of a lifetime, took a quad bike tour and boat tour. For my birthday, they organised a private dinner at a beautiful, remote location.