Where is Kulala Desert Lodge and how do I get there?

Within the 27,000-hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve bordering Sossusvlei. Most guests fly to Geluk Airstrip and continue by a scenic ~30-minute road transfer; the lodge uses the private Kulala gate for swift access to the dunes.

What is the accommodation like?

Twenty-one canvas-and-thatch tents, including two family units. Each has a veranda that can be set up as a star-bed, in-room Wi-Fi and wide views over the Namib.

What activities are offered?

Day & night nature drives in the private reserve, guided trails (such as the easy Tsauchab River Trail), e-biking, pool time and superb stargazing. Hot-air ballooning is available nearby, weather permitting.

What Sossusvlei highlights can I access?

Exclusive use of the private Kulala gate places sunrise dunes, Dead Vlei and Sesriem Canyon within easy reach, ideal for photography and unhurried explorations.

When is the best time to visit?

Warm days and cool nights occur year-round, delivering excellent night skies for stargazing; your consultant will fine-tune dates to match your pacing and interests.

Kulala Desert Lodge

Set within the 27,000-hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve bordering Sossusvlei, Kulala Desert Lodge is a welcoming base for couples and families. Twenty-one canvas and thatch tents, including two family units, offer indoor showers, Wi-Fi and verandas that double as star beds. Exclusive access through the private Kulala gate puts sunrise dunes and Dead Vlei within easy reach. Nature drives, guided walks and night outings reveal desert adapted wildlife and vast, sculpted landscapes.

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Sunrise dune walk from Kulala Desert Lodge on the Sossusvlei sand ridge with a private guide

Quick facts
21 tents
2 family units
Private reserve
Exclusive gate
Rooftop sleepout

Private lantern lit bush dinner for two at Kulala Desert Lodge in Sossusvlei

Kulala Desert Lodge deck lounge at twilight with campfire and desert horizon

Highlights & Activities.

Head out on nature drives by day and at night within the reserve, then access Sossusvlei and Deadvlei via the private Kulala gate for sunrise dunes and Sesriem Canyon. Join a guided nature trail like the easy Tsauchab River Trail, try electric fat bike outings, and take short after dark walks for nocturnal life. Signature moments include hot air ballooning, weather permitting, and stargazing with a laser pointer. Back at camp, swim in the pool, roll out a rooftop sleepout, and enjoy sundowners and private dinners. Birding is rewarding, and self-guided running routes await.

Kulala Desert Lodge open plan lounge and bar with panoramic windows

Region information.

Kulala Desert Lodge sits on the 27,000-hectare Kulala Wilderness Reserve, a private landscape that borders Namib Naukluft National Park at Sossusvlei. Guests use the exclusive Kulala gate for sunrise access to the dunes, plus Dead Vlei and Sesriem Canyon. Within the reserve, permitted activities include day and night nature drives, guided walks on marked trails and e-bike outings. The Namib Sand Sea surrounds the area, with fairy circles and striking geology. Flights reach Geluk Airstrip, then a scenic 30-minute road transfer. Warm days and cool nights deliver excellent stargazing year-round.