Desert Horse Inn
Namib Desert, Namibia30 rooms
The Experience
Just east of Aus, Klein-Aus Vista's Desert Horse Inn is nestled in granite-gneiss hills, offering magnificent views where the Namib Desert transitions into golden grasslands, and wild horses roam free. The 30 attractive and airy rooms, built in a style reminiscent of late-century farmhouses, provide a comfortable retreat. Guests can unwind on their veranda enjoying the tranquility of the Aus Mountains, partake in guided drives, or explore mountain-bike and walking trails that reveal WWI ramparts, an old Hudson car riddled with bullet holes from diamond smugglers, and extraordinary viewpoints. The lodge serves as an ideal base for exploring south-western Namibia, and a perfect halfway stop between the Fish River Canyon and the red dunes of Sossusvlei. Relax on the upstairs wooden deck or at the Wild Horse bar, indulging in enticing supper aromas from the restaurant after a day of adventure.