​SANDFONTEIN LODGE ACCOMMODATION & NATURE RESERVE WITH GAME VIEWING AND SAFARIS IN KARAS, NAMIBIA
A spellbinding retreat in the wilds of southern Namibia.
Sandfontein Lodge & Nature Reserve is a private hideaway in Namibia with magical mountain scenery and just five eco-conscious bungalows.
With scorched and rocky landscapes that extend as far as the eye can see, Sandfontein is a nature reserve like no other. You’ll sense it on arrival, when your prop-driven plane circles the nature-inspired lodge, and in the warm morning sunlight, when you’re taken on a scenic drive across the savannah.
SANDFONTEIN LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Wake up to your own Namibian sunrise at the blissful nature lodge
With 240,000 acres of wilderness on your doorstep, it’s never been easier to discover the true silence and beauty of Namibia. Thoughtfully isolated from one another, Sandfontein’s five thatched bungalows are private, indulgent and oozing with Namibian charm. Each has been built using locally sourced materials to help protect the environment, and from the wide-open terraces to the lavish floor-to-ceiling windows, every aspect has been designed to help you soak up the sheer size and beauty of the game reserve.
All of the bungalows at Sandfontein face east, so each morning you can enjoy energizing views of the sun rising up from behind the hills. The airy bathrooms go beyond the usual standards of luxury, providing space for you to kick back and pamper yourself in total serenity. Healing, eco-friendly luxury products make freshening up a heady delight, and there are always luxuriously soft towels to dry off with. For the ultimate upgrade, choose Sandfontein’s one-of-a-kind suite, which has a beautiful burnished bathtub overlooking the yawning Sandfontein Valley.
After a romantic lunch by the pool, the choice is simple: set out to discover the reserve’s incredible plants and creatures, or spend an indulgent hour or two in the cosy main lodge building, where mountain views flood into the soulful bar area.
NATURE AND WILDLIFE AT SANDFONTEIN NATURE RESERVE
AT SANDFONTEIN, ANIMALS OUTNUMBER VISITORS BY MORE THAN 400 TO ONE
Of all the animals at Sandfontein, most impressive are the illusive wild leopards, which stalk the land in search of prey. Antelope species seen on the reserve include eland and kudu, a solitary creature that spends much of its time in the mountains (the male, with its helter-skelter-shaped horns, is easy to recognise).
Sandfontein’s natural diversity is given a boost by a 25km-long section of the Orange River, which flows lazily along the border with South Africa. That means you’ll find rare semi-desert shrubs, a healthy population of wetland birds (bring binoculars if you like bird watching) plus plenty of freshwater fish. Fortunately, there aren’t any crocodiles or hippos in the area, and the reserve is completely free from malaria. So whatever the time of year, you can bring your children to Sandfontein without any of the usual safari holiday concerns.
ACTIVITIES AT SANDFONTEIN NATURE RESERVE
- Scenic drives
- Traditional sundowner
- Nature trails
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DINING AT SANDFONTEIN LODGE & NATURE RESERVE
You won’t find any big, hotel-style buffets at Sandfontein. Every dish is prepared to order, using plenty of Namibian flavours, and the focus is always on fresh local ingredients.
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