Cape Cross Lodge is situated on Namibia's Skeleton Coast, about an hours drive north of Swakopmund and 4kms from the Cape Cross Seal Reserve. This is an isolated section of coast line and the lodge is an ideal destination for travellers who want to explore the Skeleton Coast or Damaraland region.

Cape Cross Lodge is a mixture of Cape Dutch architecture and Namibian west-coast fishing village style. It has a fully-glassed frontage, allowing plenty of natural light to shine in. Both the lounge and dining areas have inviting fire-places to ward off the winter chill. Fresh air enthusiasts will love a walk along the beach from the lodge!

Accommodation is currently in 13 luxury en-suite double rooms. 8 (sea view) rooms are in the main building and there are 5 separate courtyard rooms. Each room as an en-suite bathroom, a tea/coffee station and an in-room safe. The private balconies have wooden deck chairs and tables, with unrestricted sea views.

An a-la-carte menu is available for all meals, but a buffet style service will be introduced for larger groups. The cocktail bar and private cellar, has a fine selection of wines and spirits.

The lodge also caters for lunch-time visitors, making it the perfect pit-stop for those hungry groups travelling to and from the Skeleton Coast or Damaraland.

The Cape Fur Seal Reserve tour, visits the biggest mainland-breeding colony in the world. Activities centre around the presence of the seals. Visitors can self-drive or join a guided tour to the colony. The black-backed jackal is a common visitor in these parts, as is the brown hyena, often seen at night scavenging, amongst the nurseries and younger seals of the colony. An addition to the seal colony trip, is the Petrified Lagoon, with unique salt crystal formations over 400 yrs old.

Another popular pursuit is to the solitude and silence of the Messum Crater Excursion, revealing captivating salt pans. On the way, the tour will visit fascinating lichen fields, as well as viewing unique desert flora, reptiles, insects, scavengers and carnivores of the area. Dense populations of Welwitschia plants, some nearly 2,000 year old, are also on the itinerary, before moving on to ancient bushman paintings.

Coastal angling is a must for fishermen and beginners alike. Bait, tackle, meals and refreshments for the day trip can all be organized by the lodge. (Please note that fishing licenses are required by law, so pre-bookings are essential.)

Other activities include The Winston Wreck is one of the famous wrecks along the Skeleton Coast, and a trip to experience the buoyancy of the Dead Sea, at a desert waterhole some 30kms from the Lodge. Surfing is of a world class standard here, but bring your own surfboard!

Guests with particular interest in photography, geology, history, geography, desert fauna and the curious desert succulent flora, will enjoy a stay at Cape Cross Lodge. It can also cater for special events, including honeymoon packages, small weddings, private beach dinners and picnic excursions into the surrounding desert or along the bay.

Alternatively, guest might prefer to simply chill out with a game of chess in front of the fire, or perhaps tackle a selection of board games or cards, available in the lounge. Children of all ages are welcome at Cape Cross Lodge.

Guided Seal Visit

The visit to the Cape Cross Seal colony is offered between 10:00 and 16:00 and is subject to the availability of guide& vehicle. Pre-bookings are essential to avoid disappointment

Un-Guided Seal Visit

It is a 4km walk or drive from the lodge to the Seal Colony

Winston Wreck

Visit one of the many famous wrecks along the Skeleton Coast. This vessel stranded during the early 40's with soldiers and civilian passengers on board

Surfing

The surfing conditions at Cape Cross Lodge is of a world class standard. Bring your own surfboard

Kayaking

The bay allows for fantastic kayaking. 2-man Kayak available at the Lodge

Directions:

Cape Cross Lodge is situated on the C34 road 60km north of Henties Bay and 110km north of Swakopmund

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