Desert Homestead Lodge & Horse Trails

Stylish accommodation in 20 thatched chalets in the heart of Namibia’s grand desert, the Desert Homestead has not forgotten the fragility of the environment all around it. Everything is peaceful, from the fresh farm food and splendid sunrises to the ongoing dips in the swimming pool and the views extending to the Rotterkaum Mountains.

Desert Homestead Lodge, 30km southeast of Sesriem and the entrance to Namib-Naukluft-Nationalpark, is the perfect starting point for tours to Sossusvlei or an oasis for a relaxing rest after visiting the world‘s highest dunes.

For travellers seeking value for money and comfort close to Namibia’s famous Sossusvlei, the Desert Homestead & Horse Trails is the ideal holiday venue in its valley of a thousand dunes.
Stylish accommodation in thatched chalets in the heart of Namibia’s grand desert, the Desert Homestead has not forgotten the fragility of the environment all around it. Everything is peaceful, from the fresh farm food and splendid sunrises to the ongoing dips in the swimming pool and the views extending to the Rotterkaum Mountains.
Book one of 20 en-suite chalets with patios under latte roofs and quality soft linens on spacious beds. Enjoy the riempie furniture in these units, connected by sandy pathways to the main open dining and relaxing area. Meet on the lovely main veranda where all three meals are served. Inside, the cosy African styled lounge offers comfy leather sofas while internet access is available in the curio shop.
The main focus at the Desert Homestead & Horse Trails is, of course, the horses. All docile and easy to handle, even for novice riders, the horses take guests out on morning and evening outrides. On the Sunrise Ride, the horses cruise past dry river beds and camel thorn trees, up mountain paths and across wide open plains. A mouth-watering buffet breakfast is served under a camel thorn tree after about two hours in the saddle – then the ride back to the stable is so easy!
The Sunset Ride takes riders through the interesting desert scenery until they meet a friendly barman with drinks and snacks and as the day turns to night, the horses amble the guests back to the stables.
Guided walks and excursions to Sossusvlei and the Naukluft Mountains are also on the cards while quad biking, scenic flights and hot air balloon safaris can be booked at extra cost.