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Shipwreck Lodge

Desert Camp

Shipwreck Lodge: Where the Atlantic Meets Desert Dunes

Guests can explore a hauntingly beautifullandscape where many a ship met its fate,embark on excursions to spot desert-adaptedelephants and hyenas, and drive off-road oversandbanks to witness lions hunting down thelocal seal colony.

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Why it's unique

Surrounded by the stark beauty of the Skeleton Coast, these bungalows feature cast iron stoves and portal windows, designed to resemble the shipwrecks that dot the shoreline from a bygone, seafaring era.

As the sun sets, the lodge provides an idyllic backdrop to savor locally-caught seafood while listening to the soothing sounds of waves ... this is a truly unforgettable experience in one of Africa’s most remote regions.

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The stay

Shipwreck at a glance.

Type: Desert Camp
Ideal For: Family
Experience: Wildlife Viewing
Geography: Desert
Collection: Off the Grid · Family · Couples
When To Go: Year-round

Where it is

Skeleton Coast, Namibia

Shipwreck Lodge

Skeleton Coast, Namibia

Shrouded in mystery, this rugged shoreline stretches out for more than 300 miles. It is known for its windswept dunes and rolling fog, which creates a spellbinding atmosphere that captivates explorers and adventurers.

How To Get There

Reach this remote coastline by charter flights from Namibia's major cities or by driving along rugged 4x4 routes.

Flora & Fauna

The arid coastline is home to resilient flora like the Nara plant and unique fauna such as desert-adapted wildlife, including oryx and hyenas.

Cultural Impact

It's home to the Herero and Damara people, who have thrived in the harsh land once called “The Land God Made in Anger” by the San and “The Gates of Hell” by Portuguese sailors.

In the magazine

Namibia Stories

StoryAfrica’s Wildest Reaches: Where Safari Still Feels Like ExplorationFrom the shipwreck-scattered Skeleton Coast to the flooded channels of the Okavango Delta to the river valleys of Zambia — these are the wilds of Africa that haven't been smoothed over.Read the story

StoryDesert Days, Wild NightsAuthor, humorist, guide, and safari connoisseur Peter Allison raves about why he just can’t get enough of Namibia’s timeless, wild, windswept, and ultimately ineffable beauty.Read the story

Story6 Spectacular Namibia Safari CampsVast, ancient, and otherworldly, Namibia stuns with sculpted burnt-orange dunes, sun-cracked salt pans, and the shipwreck-strewn Skeleton Coast.Read the story

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