Spectacular desert setting beneath Tsaris mountains
Namib Outpost offers relaxed, solar‑powered luxury in the Namib Desert, ideal for exploring Sossusvlei and dune landscapes.
Location: Set in the private Namib‑Tsaris Nature Reserve, Namib Outpost lies 30 km from Sesriem entrance and approximately 350 km from Windhoek. Perched at the foot of a mountain, it overlooks red dunes of Sossusvlei and the Naukluft Mountains, blending remoteness with easy access to iconic desert landscapes.
Rooms: The lodge comprises 10 chalets, 1 family suite, and a superior suite. Chalets (50–60 m²) feature air‑conditioning, ensuite bathrooms with indoor/outdoor showers, private shaded decks, teas/coffee station, minibar, and mosquito nets. The superior suite (100 m²) adds a private plunge pool, lounge, and rooftop sleep‑out.
Amenities: Central areas include an open‑plan reception, restaurant, lounge, bar, swimming pool, and shaded sundowner deck perched above the lodge. A desert lounge houses a bar and fireplace, while communication is supported via Wi‑Fi and solar power.
Activities: Guests can choose from guided drives to Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon, scenic sundowner drives, mountain hikes, running trails, horseback safaris, and hot‑air balloon trips. The lodge also arranges guided and self‑guided hikes and sunrise rides.
Sustainability: Operated by the Ondili Group, Namib Outpost is fully solar‑powered and built with a low‑impact design. The group invests lodge profits into creating and maintaining large nature reserves (1,000 ha per room), and supports local employment, organic farming, de‑bushing initiatives, and eco‑tourism development.
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January
Bring your umbrella, it's rainy season. January is mid-summer in Namibia with the possibility of torrential downpours mid afternoon, but with temperatures of 30-35 degrees it tends to be hot and humid.
February
Similar to January, it is hot and humid with the chance of a downpour in the afternoon.
March
In March, rainfall starts to decrease and temperatures lower with nights becoming increasingly cool. Although daytime temperatures remain hot reaching up to 30 degrees.
April
April is predominantly dry and hot, although there can be a couple of sporadic rainy days across the month.
May
Winter is coming. May has little or no rainfall and the humidity is low, in northern regions around Etosha you'll find fresher, greener landscapes with wildlife gathering around depleting watering holes.
- If you're looking to tackle the Fish River Canyon Hike this is the best time to visit Namibia.
June
In June the nights are cold and temperatures can drop below 10 degrees, whilst in the Namib desert it can reach below freezing. There is no chance of rain as the dry season is in full flow.
July
Visitors in July will experience one of Namibia's coldest months, be sure to pack warm clothing as game drives can be chilly.
August
Like July, visitors in August will experience one of Namibia's coldest months, be sure to pack warm clothing as game drives can be chilly and night time temperatures can drop below freezing both at the coast and inland.
September
Considered the best month to travel to Namibia, September is temperate with clear dry skies and low humidity levels.
October
In October game viewing is at its best, the vegetation is fading with temperatures rising up to 29 degrees.
November
Heat continues to rise, with humidity levels remaining low, however there is a chance of rain in the afternoons.
December
December brings the first rains of the season, bringing everything to life as animals start to disperse as more water becomes available.
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