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Wilderness Little Kulala | Sossusvlei

Little Kulala is in a prime location on the western side of the private 37,000 hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve. Situated south of Sossusvlei this private reserve is the closest to Sossusvlei itself and offers magnificent dune scenery to the west and rugged Namib mountainous escarpment to the north. Little Kulala is small and exclusive, comprises 11 spacious thatched and canvas chalets or 'kulalas' - the local Oshiwambo word 'to sleep' - on elevated bleached wooden decks. All blend seamlessly into the timeless desert landscape. Each has its own private bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers, bedroom and wrap-around veranda with a small plunge pool. An internal staircase leads to the flat rooftop with a 'skybed' for romantic star gazing.

The main area at Little Kulala has a relaxed lounge, dining room, bar, wine cellar, craft shop and swimming pool all under thatch. The interiors aim to provide an all natural experience with neutral sun bleached colours, gorgeous textures and natural light. The overall mood and feel is cool, serene, organic and sheltering.

Desert-adapted wildlife such as ostrich, springbok and gemsbok eke out an existence. Smaller creatures such as bat-eared fox and aardwolf can be seen at night in the cool desert air. Activities at Little Kulala include morning guided drives to the spectacular towering dunes of Sossusvlei, through their own private gate, guided drives and walks. Hot air ballooning are offered at an extra cost.

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Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness You can’t get much closer to the renowned dunes of Sossusvlei than Little Kulala.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Peace and privacy can be found in all spaces at Wilderness Little Kulala.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness The oryx is an iconic symbol of a Namibian safari.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Take in the unrivalled majesty of the Namib Sand Sea.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Totally solar-powered, the modern lines of Little Kulala open out to the desert, making you forget where the camp ends and the desert begins.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Little Kulala is all about the diverse landscapes and fascinating and exceptionally varied array of insects, reptiles, and wildlife.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Hot air ballooning offers a truly unforgettable desert experience (at extra cost).

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Get a fresh perspective on the Namib Sand Sea from a hot air balloon.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Brunch at Little Kulala, immersed in the Namib Desert.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Little Kulala's refreshed, modern look and feel now has even more space and comfort to enjoy the incredible Namib Desert.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Little Kulala aims to provide our best experience of the Namib, offering guests an unforgettable safari.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness The pool deck offers an elegant and tranquil haven from the desert heat.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Little Kulala's meals are fresh, incorporating mindful menus with a farm-to-table approach.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Nothing beats sitting around our desert television – the cosy fire pit in front of the main area.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Our camp interiors reflect the environment, in colours, textures and composition.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Little Kulala is the ideal place to enjoy the serenity and the beauty of nature.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness The upstairs lounge includes a library, the Olympus Photo Hub and an inviting corner for simply relaxing.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness The upstairs lounge has an informative library section where you can learn more about the fascinating Namib Desert.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Our new Trading Store offers guests a piece of the Little Kulala experience to take home with them.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Low walkways have been installed between all the rooms and the main area, making all areas easily accessible without intruding on the dune environment.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Guest suite interior.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness A sleep-out offers uninterrupted morning views over the awakening desert.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Each room’s shaded sala has a roll-out bed for siestas during the day or for sleep-outs under the stars.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Each room’s private rooftop area can now be used for sundowners, ‘African tapas’ and rooftop dinners, or stargazing.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness One of the unforgettable activities at Little Kulala is a romantic fairy-circle dinner.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Two Kulala icons - gemsbok against a Sossusvlei sunset.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness The famous dunes at Sossusvlei offer endless photo ops.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness A sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Namib Desert is a must-do.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness Star gazing in the crystal-clear southern sky.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness A mind-expanding hot air balloon flight at Sossusvlei.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness One of the endlessly photogenic dunes of Sossusvlei.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness The clay pans at Sossusvlei were formed by the Tsauchab River flooding, but have been dry for almost a millennium.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness The camelthorn trees in Dead Vlei died some 900 years ago, but it is so dry they haven't decomposed.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness See the desert come alive on an expertly guided walk in the reserve's new low-impact area.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness A new feature of the reserve is a low-impact area for wellness, where guests have the option of self-guided or guided walks.

Wilderness Little Kulala Credit: Wilderness A number of hiking trails take in the wonders of the Kulala Wilderness Reserve.

Your Stay

2 Nights

Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities

All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

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No. Rooms: 11

Special Interests: Flora, Hiking, Nature, Star Gazing

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Wilderness Damaraland Camp | Twyfelfontein

Damaraland is one of our favourite areas of Namibia - its innate beauty intensified by the solitude and the sense of freedom it engenders. This rugged mountain wilderness to the west of Etosha offers great photographic opportunities with its imposing granite domes, dramatic flat-topped mountains and vast panoramas. It's attraction is the peace and solitude rather than teeming herds of game. However you may be lucky enough to encounter some of the desert-dwelling elephant, the rare black rhino and other game that migrates across Damaraland according to the rains. It is highly dependent on recent rainfall patterns as these animals will journey way out of their normal region in search of water sources. However there are also herds of gemsbok, springbok, kudu (in the eastern parts), steenbok, mountain zebra and giraffe in the area. A visit to the fascinating rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, a prehistoric art gallery, and the fossilized tree trunks of the Petrified Forest, are equally absorbing.

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Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Watch the sun set from your guest room deck, as the ancient mountains turn from rust to purple

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Wilderness Damaraland Camp's guest room views hold infinite promise

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Dinner is served outside in a magical poolside setting

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness The open main area celebrates the expansive vistas

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Wilderness Damaraland Camp blends effortlessly into its natural surroundings

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Guest rooms are spacious and extremely comfortable

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Guest room decks invite quiet contemplation at siesta time

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Guest room furnishings are designed to complement the area's sense of serenity and space

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness The enormous en-suite bathrooms are fitted with twin amenities

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Wilderness Damaraland Camp's unbeatable surprise breakfast spot

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Oryx appear as inscrutable as the desert landscape they are so perfectly adapted to

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness The area supports a high diversity of wildlife including desert-adapted elephant

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Elephant herds traverse the Huab River Valley seasonally

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Mealtimes are a celebration of fresh, local ingredients

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Traditional dishes featuring local produce are served with pride

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness The cool and welcoming dining area

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Where better to relax for a few hours before the next enthralling nature drive

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Work up an appetite just marvelling at the views

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Grab a quiet spot in a corner of the lounge

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness The desert-adapted star of Namibia's Damaraland

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness Bush TV is a particularly apt nickname for the camp fire pit at Wilderness Damaraland Camp

Wilderness Damaraland Camp Credit: Wilderness The braai (BBQ) on boma night is always a favourite