Sossus Oasis Campsite
Sesriem
-24.49103300,
15.80324700
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At The Entrance Gate To The Namib Naukluft Park Sesriem
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Summary of reviewsSossus Oasis Campsite enjoys an exceptional reputation for its prime location just outside the entrance to Sossusvlei National Park, making it an ideal base for exploring Namibia's iconic desert dunes. Guests are consistently impressed by the serene setting, breathtaking views, and convenient access to amenities such as a gas station, supermarket, and shop, which enhance the camping experience. Despite occasional noise from nearby roads, the campsite's strategic position is highly advantageous for travelers eager to explore the area.
The campsite is praised for its spacious plots, each equipped with private sanitary facilities, including toilets and showers with an abundance of hot water. This thoughtful design ensures privacy and comfort, allowing guests to enjoy the tranquility of the desert. Each site includes a cooking area with a sink, outlets, and a dining shelter, providing conveniences that elevate the overall experience at an affordable price. The commitment to cleanliness is evident throughout the property, with well-maintained restrooms, ablution blocks, and a clean pool area contributing to the relaxing atmosphere.
The staff at Sossus Oasis Campsite receive high marks for their friendliness and helpfulness. From check-in to assisting with supplies at the gas station and shop, the team is dedicated to making every guest feel welcome and ensuring a memorable stay. While Wi-Fi coverage is limited to common areas like the pool and reception, its availability is appreciated for quick internet access in a setting geared towards disconnecting from everyday hustle.
Though the pool is modest in size, it is a refreshing haven for guests seeking relief from the desert heat. When well-maintained, it adds to the enjoyment of staying at the campsite. Parking facilities are also outstanding, featuring private setups with essential amenities and proximity to the park entrance, ensuring convenience for travelers.
Overall, Sossus Oasis Campsite offers a harmonious blend of rustic charm and modern comforts, providing a unique and memorable experience for those seeking an immersive adventure in the stunning Namib Desert. Its seamless integration of privacy, comfort, and convenience makes it a favored choice for travelers.
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The campsite is praised for its spacious plots, each equipped with private sanitary facilities, including toilets and showers with an abundance of hot water. This thoughtful design ensures privacy and comfort, allowing guests to enjoy the tranquility of the desert. Each site includes a cooking area with a sink, outlets, and a dining shelter, providing conveniences that elevate the overall experience at an affordable price. The commitment to cleanliness is evident throughout the property, with well-maintained restrooms, ablution blocks, and a clean pool area contributing to the relaxing atmosphere.
The staff at Sossus Oasis Campsite receive high marks for their friendliness and helpfulness. From check-in to assisting with supplies at the gas station and shop, the team is dedicated to making every guest feel welcome and ensuring a memorable stay. While Wi-Fi coverage is limited to common areas like the pool and reception, its availability is appreciated for quick internet access in a setting geared towards disconnecting from everyday hustle.
Though the pool is modest in size, it is a refreshing haven for guests seeking relief from the desert heat. When well-maintained, it adds to the enjoyment of staying at the campsite. Parking facilities are also outstanding, featuring private setups with essential amenities and proximity to the park entrance, ensuring convenience for travelers.
Overall, Sossus Oasis Campsite offers a harmonious blend of rustic charm and modern comforts, providing a unique and memorable experience for those seeking an immersive adventure in the stunning Namib Desert. Its seamless integration of privacy, comfort, and convenience makes it a favored choice for travelers.
Campground Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
This campsite features private ablutions with solar-heated hot water. It is part of Taleni Africa, which focuses on environmental friendly building practices and uses solar energy.
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Sossus Oasis Campsite sits in an undeniably ideal location, making it a prime choice for those visiting Sossusvlei. Just outside the national park's entrance, this campsite offers unparalleled proximity to one of Namibia's most iconic natural wonders, allowing guests to swiftly access the park's attractions, including the mesmerizing desert dunes. Beyond its strategic location, Sossus Oasis provides a serene setting complemented by breathtaking desert views. The site features comfortable amenities with each plot boasting private facilities including toilets and showers. Practical conveniences such as a nearby gas station, a small supermarket, and a shop enhance the appeal for travelers needing easy access to supplies. Despite some potential noise from the main road, the campsite's position remains a standout feature, offering visitors an optimal starting point for exploring Sossusvlei. The area’s exquisite atmosphere and thoughtfully designed spaces, including a shaded area and a swimming pool, add a touch of comfort and tranquility, ensuring a pleasant stay amidst Namibia's stunning natural beauty.
Sossus Oasis Campsite offers an impressive range of amenities that ensure a comfortable stay for visitors seeking the tranquility of the desert. Each campsite is generously spacious, providing campers with private and clean toilet and shower facilities. The surprising abundance of hot water in the showers adds a luxurious touch to the outdoor experience. Guests can enjoy a dedicated cooking area complete with a sink, outlets, and a sheltered area for dining, making meal preparations convenient and enjoyable. The sites are thoughtfully spaced far apart, maintaining a sense of privacy and seclusion, which enhances the overall appeal of the campsite. All these well-maintained facilities are available at a great price, making Sossus Oasis Campsite a compelling choice for a remarkable stay amidst nature.
Nestled in the heart of the scenic Namib Desert, the Sossus Oasis Campsite offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comforts. Each campsite is thoughtfully spaced far apart, ensuring privacy and tranquility amidst the stunning landscapes. Guests are treated to their own mini-cabin, equipped with essentials like a sink, toilet, and shower, all powered by solar-heated water tanks—an eco-friendly touch that complements the natural surroundings.
Every site boasts its own sanitary facilities, underscoring the commitment to comfort and convenience. The campsites provide shaded areas where campers can relax and enjoy their surroundings. The inclusion of electricity further enhances the experience, allowing guests to enjoy the comforts akin to a classic establishment, complete with kitchenette facilities.
The sleeping arrangements, particularly in the rooftop tents, have received favorable mentions for providing a restful night's sleep, allowing guests to fully recharge for another day of adventure. Overall, Sossus Oasis Campsite promises a harmonious blend of seclusion and comfort, making it a distinctive destination for those seeking an immersive experience in nature with the conveniences of home.
Sossus Oasis Campsite offers a commendable experience for travelers prioritizing cleanliness and convenience. The campsite is consistently praised for its well-maintained facilities, with many guests highlighting the spotless condition of private restrooms, showers, and ablution blocks. Visitors appreciate the clean and functional amenities, which include hot water showers, toilets, and dishwashing areas at each site. Each campsite boasts its own bathroom and shower, ensuring privacy and comfort. The campsite itself is described as very clean and well-equipped, featuring electricity, shaded pitches, BBQ facilities, and close proximity to essential amenities such as a shop and gas station. Guests find the overall environment relaxing, facilitated by a clean pool area perfect for unwinding in the heat. Despite occasional concerns about areas requiring more attention, the general consensus suggests that cleanliness is upheld to a high standard, contributing to the pleasant and inviting atmosphere of the campsite. The location near the stunning dunes adds to the appeal, making Sossus Oasis Campsite a desirable choice for those seeking both comfort and cleanliness during their stay.
Nestled amidst stunning landscapes, Sossus Oasis Campsite is renowned not just for its breathtaking views but also for its exemplary staff. Visitors consistently praise the team for being very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Whether guests are checking in, shopping at the associated supermarket, or seeking assistance at the gas station, they are met with kindness and efficiency. The staff's attentiveness and willingness to go the extra mile leave a lasting impression, making the campsite a warm and welcoming retreat for travelers. Despite one-off reports of less welcoming experiences, the overwhelming consensus highlights the incredible friendliness and rejuvenating helpfulness of the staff, demonstrating their commitment to providing guests with a memorable stay.
Sossus Oasis Campsite offers an escape into nature with some modern conveniences, like Wi-Fi. However, the connectivity is limited, focusing primarily on specific areas of the site. For those looking to stay connected, free Wi-Fi is accessible, particularly around the pool and the nearby shop at the gas station. The reception area also provides decent access, and guests appreciate the availability there, as many campsites offer fewer options. Among the highlights is the Wi-Fi's good quality, despite being mostly restricted to these common areas. Some guests find the Wi-Fi coverage insufficient around the camping pitches and other parts of the property, noting the intermittent service and challenges like no connection where it had been advertised. Nevertheless, the Wi-Fi remains a valued amenity, especially for those who find its limited range suitable for quick checks of emails or planning the next day's adventure. Overall, while connectivity could be improved, the presence of Wi-Fi in select locations is appreciated by many visitors.
The Sossus Oasis Campsite offers a small but refreshing pool, which is a particularly welcome amenity amid the desert heat. The pool is centrally located, making it easy for campers to access and providing a perfect spot to cool off after sandy adventures or long days under the scorching sun. Frequent mentions of its refreshing nature highlight its effectiveness in helping guests feel rejuvenated. While many guests appreciate the convenience and relief it offers – essential when dealing with the tough desert climate – feedback about cleanliness varies, with some guests noting that the pool's upkeep could improve. Nonetheless, when well-maintained, the pool provides a clean and pleasant experience, complementing the campsite's other facilities, such as private bathrooms and a camp shop. Despite its modest size, the presence of the pool is often seen as a bonus, adding to the comfort and enjoyment of staying at the campsite.
Sossus Oasis Campsite offers an exceptional parking experience, marked by convenience and thoughtful amenities. Each parking spot is equipped with a private setup featuring a toilet, shower, and kitchenette, ensuring guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay. The site boasts a prime location, situated just a minute away from the gate to the Sossusvlei park, providing easy access during peak season. Each campsite accommodates two cars, allowing ample space for vehicles.
The strategic placement at the gates of Sossusvlei is ideal for travelers eager to explore the area. Visitors appreciate the proximity of the parking spots to the main street, contributing to the seamless experience. On-site facilities include a shop offering chilled drinks and meats, and a gas station where guests can stock up on groceries, enhancing convenience further. Although the shop and gas station close in the evening, the campsite remains pleasantly quiet.
Overall, Sossus Oasis Campsite offers a very well-equipped and conveniently located parking option, making it a favored choice for travelers to Sossusvlei.
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Every site boasts its own sanitary facilities, underscoring the commitment to comfort and convenience. The campsites provide shaded areas where campers can relax and enjoy their surroundings. The inclusion of electricity further enhances the experience, allowing guests to enjoy the comforts akin to a classic establishment, complete with kitchenette facilities.
The sleeping arrangements, particularly in the rooftop tents, have received favorable mentions for providing a restful night's sleep, allowing guests to fully recharge for another day of adventure. Overall, Sossus Oasis Campsite promises a harmonious blend of seclusion and comfort, making it a distinctive destination for those seeking an immersive experience in nature with the conveniences of home.
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Staff
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Parking
The strategic placement at the gates of Sossusvlei is ideal for travelers eager to explore the area. Visitors appreciate the proximity of the parking spots to the main street, contributing to the seamless experience. On-site facilities include a shop offering chilled drinks and meats, and a gas station where guests can stock up on groceries, enhancing convenience further. Although the shop and gas station close in the evening, the campsite remains pleasantly quiet.
Overall, Sossus Oasis Campsite offers a very well-equipped and conveniently located parking option, making it a favored choice for travelers to Sossusvlei.
Yes, Sossus Oasis Campsite has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Sossus Oasis Campsite.
No, Sossus Oasis Campsite doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Sossus Oasis Campsite.
No, Sossus Oasis Campsite doesn't have a gym.
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