Little Kulala

There are ten luxury suites at this property and each have the amenities to make your stay comfortable and cosy. There is a spacious deck and a private plunge pool, perfect for the hottest of days in Namibia and a living room area to ensure that you can unwind as the evening draws in. The plunge pool merges seamlessly into the desert setting and the interiors match the style of desert beauty, using cool tones within the colour palette, art and décor. The luxury desert suites are made all the more special with the inclusion of a private rooftop area where guests can stargaze and have sleep outs. Other facilities include an en-suite, air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, a safe, electrical outlets and a laundry service. Complimentary tea and coffee is also available in addition to a mini bar in each room. This is the ideal accommodation for a couple looking for the perfect romantic getaway.

The property has one family unit available that consists of two bedrooms each with three quarter beds. A private rooftop area is available where guests can stargaze at the sensational Namibian sky once the sun has gone down. With a shared entrance and outdoor sala, families can still feel close during this stay whilst being given their own privacy in the comfort of their rooms. There is also an outdoor deck with a seating area and a private plunge pool, perfect for the hottest of days during your trip. Other facilities include an en-suite, air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, a safe, electrical outlets and a laundry service. Complimentary tea and coffee is also available and there is access to a mini bar in each room.

The dining at Little Kulala provides guests experiences that incorporate indigenous ingredients and also highlights the stunning Namibian location. Guests will be able to have dinner under the stars, stargazing and observing the constellations with an expert astronomer. An African Tapas Dinner is also available for guests to enjoy and an Oasis Lunch is served after an excursion to the dunes of Sossusvlei. This is served with an ice-cold local ginger beer and bite sized treats. There is also a bar on site that guests have access to and a mini bar is accessible in each suite.

Game drives are led by an experienced guide and guests will be taken to explore the environment and its wild animals on this trip. The guide will be able to educate you on an array of facts about the area and highlight the important conservation work within the area. Guests will be able to witness ostrich, springbok, jackal, oryx and bat-eared foxes.

For the more adventurous guest, quad biking is a thrilling activity that will take you over a designated area of Sossusvlei and its stunning sand dunes. It’s the perfect way to raise your adrenaline and the backdrop is stunning, making for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in the desert heat.

Guided walks are another way to explore the dunes of Sossuvlei and the flora and fauna that has adapted to such extreme desert temperatures. Bird watchers will also enjoy exploring the array of bird life that live within the area as well as the ostriches, oryx and bat-eared foxes that may make an appearance.

Another eco-friendly way to explore the sand dunes is by bike, taking in the stunning views all at your own pace. Guests can admire the wildlife, flora and fauna during this activity. Nothing compares to cruising through the rugged wilderness of the Namibian Desert from the seat of an eco-friendly bike. Cycling excursions are an incredible way to get up close and personal whilst exploring all the intricacies the sensational sand dunes have to offer.

Depending on weather conditions guests can pay extra to take a hot air balloon ride over the desert. An activity that takes place early in the morning, guests will be able to witness the Sossuvlei as the sun is rising with an experienced guide on hand.

Local communities are impacted and supported through employment and other income-generating activities that take place at Little Kulala.

The property encourages local and farm-to-table products as well as efficient packaging in their kitchens, supporting both the community and reducing the use of fossil fuels and transportation miles as the camp is extremely remote. The food experiences at Little Kulala reflect Namibia’s sustainability as does the use of its indigenous ingredients.

The camp ensures that it does not overpopulate the area due to tourism and with only eleven suites in total at the property, the area and its resources are never overwhelmed due to visitors at the camp. The camp also encourages guests to learn about the conservation at the camp, taking part in conversations with the experienced local guides.

Little Kulala has gone through an extensive rebuild to further commit to the restoration of the Kulala Wilderness Reserve and to aid the biodiversity conservation within the area. The construction of the suites has used brick and glass as well as thatch, improving the airflow of the property as well as blending seamlessly into the desert environment.

The renewed camp has significantly reduced its carbon footprint, most notably by installing an all-new 100% solar energy system. This solar-powered system consists of the latest L-ion battery technology and a 600-panel solar array. The solar energy produced is able to heat the water, power energy-efficient lights and appliances as well as power the air-conditioning units. The waterholes on the reserve are also pumped using solar energy, providing water to the wildlife and eliminating any disturbance.

A comprehensive and careful rehabilitation programme has taken place to restore the degraded land to its original habitat and fences have been removed to allow wildlife their natural movement. This also allows for any endemic flora and fauna to being thriving once again.

Being located in the desert, it is incredibly important that water does not go to waste. Efforts have been made to conserve water by installing water efficient devices in the camp for both the staff and the property’s guests. Water usage is also monitored daily. There is also a Natura three-stage advanced reverse osmosis filtration system in place at the property to provide guests with high-quality, chilled water. This in turn reduces the amount of bottled water being used at the property.

The property has a waste management system in place and is a part of the Wilderness Safaris’ waste management programme that aims to eliminate the use of plastic in its camps altogether.