The Skeleton Coast NP stretches for 500km between the Namib desert and the Atlantic Ocean – it is one of the most beautiful and captivating places on the planet. Here you will find seemingly endless sand dunes shrouded in mist, clay castles, and clear starlit night skies. But of course, the Skeleton Coast’s defining feature is its shipwrecks, the magnificent carcasses of centuries old vessels, interspersed by bleached whalebones, that line its shores and contribute to the region’s stark beauty.
Shipwreck Lodge takes its inspiration from these dramatic landscapes. It’s an inspiration that extends beyond its name, for the lodge’s 10 cabins have been designed to resemble the shipwrecks for which the region is famous. Each perches at an angle on the dunes above the Hoarusib River, looking out towards the South Atlantic. Their design incorporates curved wooden beams, which jut out like the exposed hull of a ship. Large windows at the front of each cabin allow in lots of light and make the most of the views. Inside, the cabins are wonderfully cosy, with king-size beds made up with crisp linens, and wood burning stoves for the cool evenings. Each cabins has an en-suite bathroom with shower, washbasin and flush toilet.
The shipwreck theme also extends to Shipwreck Lodge’s guest areas and lounge, which are contained with a large building that takes the form of an upturned ship hull. Inside, the lounge is furnished generously with sofas and armchairs, while the dining room is made up with individual tables. Outside is a wrap-around verandah with loungers for warm days.
Shipwreck Lodge combines well with its sister camp, Hoanib Valley Camp. Guests are driven between camps and can spend the day exploring the Hoarusib and Hoanib river beds.
Accommodation
Shipwreck Lodge offers 10 comfortable ensuite cabins, laid out in a neat line formation on the sand dunes above the Hoarusib River, with views to the ocean. 2 of the cabins are two-bedroomed units suitable for families.
Facilities
Lounge
Dining room/bar
Small library
Solar power
Activities
Game drives
Quad biking (must be over 16 years)
Walking
Fishing (permit required)
Child Policy
Children of all ages are accommodated at Shipwreck Lodge.
