The Kalahari Desert is a large, arid desert area in south-western sub-Saharan Africa, but has wide areas excellent for grazing after a decent rainy season. The red dunes of the Kalahari are a strong contrast to the white, calcareous rocks of the valley exposed by the Auob river. Situated on the banks of the dry Auob river, and 6kms from the small town of Gochas, is the green oasis of Auob Lodge.

The lodge is situated in Namibia approximately 150km from the Mata-Mata gate to the Kalahari Gemsbok Park, and will be the ideal stopover destination on the way to that entrance. In an area of 8000 ha in and around the lodge, various species of antelope, giraffe, small mammals and many bird species can be viewed. Despite its aridity, the Kalahari supports a variety of fauna and flora, including the native acacia trees and many other herbs and grasses.

Auob Lodge has a restaurant, bar, Lapa, barbeque area, and a 52 person conference facility. The lounge has a TV and an inviting fireplace to gather round on those chilly winter evenings. A breakfast buffet, small healthy lunch and set 3 course meal can be ordered in the restaurant. Larger groups will be served buffet style meals.

Accommodation is in 25 rooms. 20 have twin-beds, there are 4 family rooms and 1 other room has a king-sized bed. They all have en-suite bathrooms, TV, air-conditioning and mosquito nets. Tea / coffee, laundry service and an Internet facility can be requested at reception.

Guests enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the big, beautiful swimming pool.

Activities include guided and unguided hiking trails, morning and afternoon game drives, and dune sundowner trips. Unfortunately the horse riding treks have been discontinued.

Auob Lodge has a well-maintained gravel airstrip, with pre-arranged transfers to and from the lodge for their guests.

This is an ideal first night stop-over on your tour to the Namibia's beautiful landscape, en-route to Quivertree Forest or Keetmanshoop.

Auob Lodge is a Hospitality Association of Namibia annual Award of Excellence in Gold winner.

Accommodation in Namibia

Horse Riding

Unguided Walks

there are several walking trails on the property

Directions:

Auob Country Lodge is situated on the C15, 6km north of Gochas