Sossus under Canvas

Namib Desert, Namibia

Sleep out under the Stars

Sossus Under Canvas is an exclusive, semi‐mobile camp designed specifically to provide an authentic safari experience in the wilds of Namibia without ever compromising on comfort. Located on the private 24,000 hectare Neuhof Nature Reserve, nestled between the Nubib and Zaris Mountains, this camp is a mere thirty minutes’ drive from the Sossusvlei gate, the gateway to the Great Namib Sand Sea which has recently been declared a World Heritage Site.

This camp is booked on an exclusive basis so you will never share it, heightening the sense of space and solitude. It offers eight tents, two of which are family units, and each measures 4mx4mx3m with open air bathrooms providing hot showers and flush toilets. The central area comprises a dining area and lounge complete with fireplace. Throughout, recycled materials are artfully incorporated into stylish architectural design, natural cooling systems are employed and the camp is virtually invisible from any distance. It carries the lowest environmental footprint of any camp in Namibia.

Activities include visits to Sossusvlei with a private guide, nature walks and drives in the Neuhof Nature Reserve to spot cheetah, leopard, aardwolf and more, dips in unique desert pools, and some of the finest star gazing on the planet. Sleep outs under the stars can be arranged and are highly recommended for those seeking romance and adventure! The camp also provides a convenient base from which to enjoy hot air ballooning. Encompassing privacy, exclusivity, total flexibility and an experiential focus, all with top notch environmental credentials, Sossus Under Canvas redefines Namibian luxury.

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  • Exclusive private use Camp
  • Location to Sossusvlei & Surrounds
  • Authentic Namibia
  • Environmentally Friendly
Quiver tree in the Namib Desert landscape, showcasing rocky terrain and distant mountains, highlighting the unique natural beauty surrounding Sossus Under Canvas safari camp in Namibia.
Hammocks and cozy seating area on a deck overlooking the expansive Namib Desert landscape, part of the Sossus Under Canvas camp experience in Namibia.
Outdoor seating area with camp chairs surrounding a fire pit, backdrop of rocky mountains under a blue sky, representing Sossus Under Canvas safari camp in Namibia.
Sossus Under Canvas camp structures in the Namib Desert, featuring unique barrel architecture against a backdrop of mountains and blue sky, emphasizing an exclusive safari experience.
Interior dining area of Sossus Under Canvas camp featuring wooden tables and chairs, open-air design, with views of the Namib Desert landscape and mountains in the background, highlighting the authentic safari experience.
Outdoor bathroom design at Sossus Under Canvas camp, featuring stone walls, a wooden vanity with a basin, and natural lighting, emphasizing comfort in the Namib Desert wilderness.
Interior of a luxury safari tent at Sossus Under Canvas, featuring two twin beds with orange bedding, wooden storage chests, and an open-air bathroom visible through the entrance.
Chameleon resting on a hand, showcasing the unique wildlife of Namibia, emphasizing the authentic safari experience at Sossus Under Canvas.
Ultimate Safari vehicle showcasing branding and "Journeys" text, emphasizing life-enriching safari experiences in Namibia.
Guide celebrating a successful safari experience in the Namib Desert, with mountains in the background, showcasing the stunning landscape of Namibia.
Two people walking on a golden sand dune in the Namib Desert, showcasing the stunning landscape near Sossus Under Canvas, an exclusive safari camp in Namibia.
Three individuals observing a starry night sky in Namibia, with a green laser pointing towards the stars, showcasing the breathtaking natural beauty of the region near Sossus Under Canvas camp.
Stunning Sossusvlei sand dunes in the Namib Desert, showcasing vibrant orange and golden hues under clear blue sky, highlighting the unique landscape near Sossus Under Canvas camp.

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