How many lodges does Gondwana?

Picture galleries, virtual 360° tours and brief descriptions of the 13 Gondwana lodges contribute to the thrill of the forthcoming Namibia trip and foster a desire to experience the natural environment of our uniquely designed lodges as well as the country’s culture and history from as close as it gets.

Who owns Gondwana Namibia?

All its shares are owned by the National Union of Namibian Workers and its affiliated unions. Other strategic partners include Capricorn Investment Holdings, Santam Namibia and Sanlam Namibia Holdings. Established in 2001, NFSH has successfully evolved into a socio-economic powerhouse beyond its 93 000 membership base.

What formed the Namib Desert?

The desert dunes are formed by the transportation of materials thousands of kilometres from the hinterland, that are carried by river, ocean current and wind.

Can you live in the Namib Desert?

And, yet, surprisingly, the Namib is a living place, home not just to the big cats featured in The Desert Lions, but to an impressive array of plants and animals.

What do you know about the Gondwana supercontinent?

Gondwana, also called Gondwanaland, ancient supercontinent that incorporated present-day South America, Africa, Arabia, Madagascar, India, Australia, and Antarctica.

How Old Is Gondwana?

Gondwana ( /ɡɒndˈwɑːnə/) was a supercontinent that formed during the late Neoproterozoic (about 550 million years ago) and began to break up during the Jurassic (about 180 million years ago), with the final stages of breakup, including the opening of the Drake Passage separating South America and Antarctica occurring …

What did Gondwana split into?

Gondwana was an ancient supercontinent that broke up about 180 million years ago. The continent eventually split into landmasses we recognize today: Africa, South America, Australia, Antarctica, the Indian subcontinent and the Arabian Peninsula.

What is unique about the Namib Desert?

The world’s oldest desert, the Namib Desert has existed for at least 55 million years, completely devoid of surface water but bisected by several dry riverbeds. These riverbeds are vegetated and are home to a few ungulates, such as Hartmann’s zebras.

What is the Namib Desert known for?

The Namib desert is an important location for the mining of tungsten, salt and diamonds. Several rivers and streams run through the Namib, although all of the rivers south of the Cunene River and north of the Orange River are ephemeral and rarely or never reach the ocean.

What type of desert is the Namib Desert?

Covering an area of 31,274 sq. mi (81,000 sq. km), the Namib is a coastal desert, situated along the south-western coast of the African continent.

How hot is the Namib Desert?

between 50 and 60 °F
Temperatures are usually between 50 and 60 °F (10 and 16 °C). Along the inland margins, summer temperatures normally reach the upper 80s F (low 30s C).

Why is the Namib Desert unique?

The Namib Desert is believed to be the world’s oldest desert and it has been arid for at least 55 million years (Barnard 1998). The convergence of the Benguela upwelling and the hot interior have maintained, and perhaps increased this aridity in recent times, but they did not generate the aridity.

What makes Gondwana Namib Desert Lodge so special?

Gondwana Namib Desert Lodge. What guests loved the most: Featuring air conditioning, Gondwana Namib Desert Lodge is located in Solitaire, 37 mi North of Sesriem. The lodge includes an outdoor pool and guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom with a shower.

Is Namib Desert Lodge suitable for families?

Enjoy the quiet at Namib Desert Lodge away from the bustle around Sesriem, 60km away. Ideal for groups, families or individual travellers, there is space for all. A trip to Namibia is only complete with a sojourn in the Namib Desert. Children are most welcome at all our venues.

Why choose Gondwana collection Namibia?

More than 20 properties have been carefully constructed by Gondwana Collection Namibia over the last two decades, ranging from secret luxurious refuges for two to comfortable unique lodges to rustic camping offers. Built in close proximity to Namibia’s natural wonders and managed sustainably. Experience Africa like never before.