Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The road leading from the park gate to the 2WD car park is paved, though the speed
limit remains 60km/h. Although the road is conducive to higher speeds, there are oryx and
springboks dashing about, so drive with extreme care.
SOLITAIRE & AROUND
Solitaire is a lonely and aptly named settlement of just a few buildings about 80km north
of Sesriem along the A46. Although the town is nothing more than an open spot in the
desert, the surrounding area is home to several guest farms and lodges, which can serve as
an alternative base for exploring Sossusvlei.
Sleeping & Eating
Agama River Camp $$
( 683245;
www.agamarivercamp.com
;
campsite/ bungalow per person
N$120/400)
This relatively new lodge is in a handy spot between Sousslevi and Sesriem
(34km from Sesriem). The bungalows here have rooftop decks and staff will set up a
sleeping kit on the deck for you, so you can sleep under the stars. If you're tenting it in the
excellent campsite, and the weather is foul, the friendly owners may let you sleep in the
sitting room next to the fire. In the main lodge there is a sundowner deck (best enjoyed by
admiring the surrounding hills in pink and red hues over a cold beer) and lounge; meals
are only available if booked well in advance.
LODGE, CAMPGROUND
Solitaire Guest Farm $$
( 062-682033;
www.solitaireguestfarm.com
; campsite per site N$120, s/d with half
board from N$800/ 1440; )
This inviting guest farm, located 6km east of Solitaire on
the C14, is a peaceful oasis situated between the Namib plains and the Naukluft Massif.
Bright rooms, home-cooked meals and relaxing surroundings make it a good choice.
FARMSTAY
Solitaire Country Lodge $$
( 063-293621;
www.namibialodges.com
;
campsite per person N$100, s/d N$495/805;
)
Despite its relative youth, the property was designed to evoke images of a
colonial-era farmhouse, albeit one with a large swimming pool in the backyard! Service-
able rooms are fairly sparse, a decent size and set around a large, grassed square.
LODGE
Rostock Ritz $$$
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LODGE
