Namibia Camps & Lodges
Camp Sossus, Hammerstein, Namibia
A Tented Camp in Namibia
Camp Details
Camp Sossus is located on the Namib Tsaris Conservancy which is nestled between the Nubib and Zaris Mountains, a mere thirty minutes’ drive from the gateway to Sossusvlei and the Great Namib Sand Sea which is a World Heritage Site.
Camp Sossus emphasises every aspect of our intention to redefine immersive exploration and luxury. The definition of this camp encompasses privacy, intimacy, experiential focus and total flexibility, all whilst being perfectly comfortable. The camp offers just six tented guest rooms and is open year-round, providing a great alternative to any traditional lodge or camp in the Sossusvlei area, whilst offering unparalleled opportunities for immersive exploration of the Namib Desert environment. The large west-facing windows and south-facing doors in the tented guest rooms allow natural cooling by the predominant afternoon south westerly wind, and the tents all have a basic infrastructure that offers important comforts. These include semi open-air en suite bathrooms with flush toilets and hot bucket showers with locally sourced amenities, comfortable extra-length three-quarter twin beds, solar lighting, 220V electrical charging station, pedestal fan, shaded patio, shaded day-bed and a magnificent star bed. The essence of the camp therefore remains both experiential and immersive.
WHY CHOOSE CAMP SOSSUS?
• Explore the area with a biking guide on Mountain Plus Bikes.
• Sleep under a blanket of a billion stars, comfortably tucked into a featherbed on a deck.
• This camp is Namibia’s first camp to be built almost entirely out of materials otherwise destined for landfills.
Questions about Camp Sossus
How far is Camp Sossus from Sossusvlei?
The camp lies on the Namib Tsaris Conservancy between the Nubib and Zaris Mountains, about thirty minutes' drive from the gateway to Sossusvlei and the Great Namib Sand Sea, a World Heritage Site. The Sossusvlei fee is covered in the fully inclusive rate, and the camp is open year-round.
What are the tents like, and what should we not expect?
There are six tented rooms with semi open-air en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets and hot bucket showers, extra-length three-quarter twin beds, solar lighting, a 220V charging station, a pedestal fan, a shaded patio and day-bed, and a star bed for sleeping out. Laundry is not available, and premium drinks are excluded.
What makes the camp unusual for the Sossusvlei area?
It is Namibia's first camp built almost entirely from materials otherwise destined for landfill, and at six rooms it is far smaller than the traditional lodges nearby. Guests can also explore with a biking guide on Mountain Plus bikes rather than only by vehicle.
Activities
Camp Sossus Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 January – 31 March; 1 – 19 December | – | NAD 6393 |
| 2026 | 1 April – 30 November; 20 December 2026 – 09 January 2027 | – | NAD 7580 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Camp Sossus rates include –
FULLY INCLUSIVE INCLUDES: Accommodation, all meals, local drinks, shared camp activities, transfers to and from Hammerstein or Witwater airstrips, concession fees, Sossusvlei fee and VAT.
FULLY INCLUSIVE EXCLUDES: Premium drinks,laundry (not available), any additional transfers, third party activities, tips, conservation fee, items of a personal nature and travel insurance.
Questions about Camp Sossus
How far is Camp Sossus from Sossusvlei?
The camp lies on the Namib Tsaris Conservancy between the Nubib and Zaris Mountains, about thirty minutes' drive from the gateway to Sossusvlei and the Great Namib Sand Sea, a World Heritage Site. The Sossusvlei fee is covered in the fully inclusive rate, and the camp is open year-round.
What are the tents like, and what should we not expect?
There are six tented rooms with semi open-air en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets and hot bucket showers, extra-length three-quarter twin beds, solar lighting, a 220V charging station, a pedestal fan, a shaded patio and day-bed, and a star bed for sleeping out. Laundry is not available, and premium drinks are excluded.
What makes the camp unusual for the Sossusvlei area?
It is Namibia's first camp built almost entirely from materials otherwise destined for landfill, and at six rooms it is far smaller than the traditional lodges nearby. Guests can also explore with a biking guide on Mountain Plus bikes rather than only by vehicle.
Activities
Child Policy
Children 6 years and older welcome at Camp Sossus.
Questions about Camp Sossus
How far is Camp Sossus from Sossusvlei?
The camp lies on the Namib Tsaris Conservancy between the Nubib and Zaris Mountains, about thirty minutes' drive from the gateway to Sossusvlei and the Great Namib Sand Sea, a World Heritage Site. The Sossusvlei fee is covered in the fully inclusive rate, and the camp is open year-round.
What are the tents like, and what should we not expect?
There are six tented rooms with semi open-air en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets and hot bucket showers, extra-length three-quarter twin beds, solar lighting, a 220V charging station, a pedestal fan, a shaded patio and day-bed, and a star bed for sleeping out. Laundry is not available, and premium drinks are excluded.
What makes the camp unusual for the Sossusvlei area?
It is Namibia's first camp built almost entirely from materials otherwise destined for landfill, and at six rooms it is far smaller than the traditional lodges nearby. Guests can also explore with a biking guide on Mountain Plus bikes rather than only by vehicle.
Activities
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