For the more adventurous of spirit, Desert Homestead Lodge offers a unique experience where guests can ride out onto the private reserve and sleep out in nature. The reserve is situated in between the majestic red sand see of the Namib Desert and the rugged Naukluft mountains.
Leaving the stables and lodge behind, an unforgettable journey set off through wide open plains riding over a varied terrain changing from soft, sandy, stretched open fields, to rockier mountain trails, through dry riverbeds, under social weavers nests and around camel thorn trees.
The experienced guide will eagerly tell more about the environment, fauna and flora. Riders are almost guaranteed to come across a herd or two of grazing oryx, springbok, or zebra and some varieties of smaller carnivores, such as Jackal and bat-eared foxes.
Riding takes place at a comfortable pace so that everyone feels comfortable. Slower riders can hang back while more experienced riders go for long stretched out gallops over grassy plains while winding the way towards the tented camp, where refreshments await for a truly remarkable sundowner with magnificent views. After watching the sunset over the majestic mountains it’s time to kick off the boots, relax and enjoy the Namibian night skies. While dinner gets ready on the campfire true Namibian style a refreshing shower awaits.
Dinner is served next to the crackling fire whilst conversation is sure to revert to the days riding. Then it’s time to retire to the comfortable tent or even a stretcher outside, for those who preferto sleep out in nature under starry skies to get some rest before the next day’s riding.
Riders will wake up the next morning to the smell of coffee brewing and bacon and eggs cooking over an open fire while watching the horses being prepared for the next stretch of riding. After a hearty breakfast, it is time to stretch the legs once again and set off on horses who eagerly awaits the rest of the adventure.

This experience can be tailored. There are three different offers.
The "Namib Night" begins in the afternoon and consists of two stages riding and one overnight stay in tents. The "Desert Experience" begins early in the morning and has three stages slightly longer riding with an overnight stay in tents.
And "Stars of the Nami"‘ with five stages of riding and two overnight stays (Desert Homestead Outpost / tented camp) offers a very intense experience for horse lovers, coupled with the exploration of nature in the Namb Desert. Riding to the next destination is done during the cooler time of day, while enjoying some lunch and down time during the heat of the day.
Horses vary from very tame and easy to ride -even if for those who have never ridden before, to ones that are just as easily manageable, but willing and able to give a more exiting ride.
Beginners are just as welcome to join on this adventure as more experienced riders.

SOSSUSVLEI EXCURSION
Join this drive to the Sossusvlei dunes in a safari 4x4 vehicle accompanied by a guide with in-depth knowledge of the area, this activity is possible in the early morning or afternoon ( in the morning preferably for photography – departing before sunrise. In the afternoon preferably for experiencing the dunes more in private, less visitors will be there).  Note there is a minimum of 2 guests or single supplement applicable; small groups only (maximum of 9 guests per vehicle), duration is approx. 1⁄2 a day (approx. 6 – 7 hours) and includes a picnic in the dunes, guide, water, entrance fees

SUNDOWNER DRIVE
This relaxing activity takes place on the 7000ha Witwater Wilderness Reserve - enjoy beautiful views and a sundowner with drinks and snacks and lasts 2 – 2 1⁄2 hours, departure times change seasonally; guests are back at the lodge just before dinner.  Minimum of 2 guests or a single supplement applicable, max. 9 guests per vehicle and  includes sundowner-drinks and snacks