Namibia
Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge
From $13 /person
4.1 Sustainability Rating
Safari-style manor house set amidst acacia trees, rolling hills and wildlife
This sunset-hued manor house is nestled amongst sweet thorn acacia trees and grazing buck on the Seeis River. The elevated main lodge offers beautiful views of the Seeis Valley and Finkenstein Mountains and has 10 elegant en-suite bedrooms. If you're feeling adventurous, opt for one of 7 fully equipped Meeru tents, or pitch your own in one of the 3 shaded campsites. Go for a cooling swim and have sundowners on the deck, with views of the waterbuck below.
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0.615t CO₂
Discover Namibia’s North: Wildlife & Wetlands in 12 Days
Seek out the Big 5 between Namibia’s famous Etosha and secret Zambezi Regions.
From $4,659 /person
- 15 nights
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- 0.598t CO₂
Namibia's Greatest Hits for First-Time Adventurers
Discover the quintessential highlights of Namibia from the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei to the adapted elephants of Etosha.
From $2,482 /person
- 9 nights
Discover Namibia's Dunes & Deserts in 10 Days
Experience the best of two deserts and climb Namibia’s famous sand dunes.
From $966 /person
Standard Room
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2Double, twin or triple family rooms, spacious, light and comfortable. Air Conditioning, Each with feature en suite bathrooms. Ten en-suite rooms with private entrances. Satellite TV (cable), safe, Hairdryer and Complimentary tea/coffee
Standard Family
3•2Within the Lodge building, these three rooms are simply styled and furnished: one with two double beds, one with 2 3/4 size double beds and one with twin beds, all with walk-in en-suite shower facilities.
Fully Equiped Tents
2•27 Fully Equiped Tents with two single beds. Sharing Communal Ablution block available.
Campsite
43 Campsite, leveled with clean sand, 2 Communal Toilets and 2 Showers
Standard Room
2•2Double, twin or triple family rooms, spacious, light and comfortable. Air Conditioning, Each with feature en suite bathrooms. Ten en-suite rooms with private entrances. Satellite TV (cable), safe, Hairdryer and Complimentary tea/coffee
Standard Family
3•2Within the Lodge building, these three rooms are simply styled and furnished: one with two double beds, one with 2 3/4 size double beds and one with twin beds, all with walk-in en-suite shower facilities.
Fully Equiped Tents
2•27 Fully Equiped Tents with two single beds. Sharing Communal Ablution block available.
Campsite
43 Campsite, leveled with clean sand, 2 Communal Toilets and 2 Showers
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- 20 nights
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- 0.902t CO₂
The Perfect Namibian Honeymoon: Salt Pans, Sunsets, and River Sanctuaries
Experience Namibia's top highlights with a romantic trip to its most unforgettable destinations. Start with the stunning dunes of Sossusvlei before heading to the coast for a refreshing rest. Explore the massive boulders of Spitzkoppe and travel to mountainous Damaraland, where rhinos roam wild. Then it’s off to Etosha and the Zambezi for an overdose of magnificent wildlife.
From $9,734 /person
- 8 nights
9-Day Kruger to Cape Romantic Fly-In Safari for Couples
Experience a romantic getaway across South Africa. Fly into Timbavati (a private concession next to Kruger National Park) for an intimate Big Five safari adventure, staying in luxurious, private accommodations. Next, wander through the picturesque Cape Winelands, savouring fine wines and gourmet meals in charming vineyards, before returning to Cape Town to conclude your unforgettable romantic escape.
From $4,088 /person
- 16 nights
Honeymoon Hideaways: Explore South Africa’s Southern Coast
From the fynbos filled mountains in Cape Town to the astonishing Karoo, this trip will romance you with stunning biodiversity. You’ll be lured in by the enticing Winelands and swayed along the Garden Route, all the way to the spectacular Eastern Cape.
From $6,610 /person
- 14 nights
The Ultimate Namibia Eco-Luxury Romantic Getaway
Enjoy a lavish stay in Windhoek before journeying to Etosha's ultimate chic safari hideaways. Move onward to Damaraland's desert-scape, where black rhinos roam. Marvel at Spitzkoppe in style, then head to Walvis Bay's flamingo-dotted lagoon and finally witness the majesty of Sossusvlei.
From $3,414 /person