Children of 06 years and older are accommodated.
Little Kulala
from US $979
A welcome oasis situated along the dry Auab riverbed in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve, Little Kulala celebrates the splendour and solitude of the Namib Desert. Excursions to Sossusvlei (via a gate exclusive to Wilderness Safaris vehicles), nature drives, walks and guided quad bike excursions (responsibly guided based on eco-sensitive fundamentals), explore this fascinating landscape. A balloon safari offers an awe-inspiring experience soaring above the desert.
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Reviews5/6
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Vacation Style Adult Group
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Camp Size 22 Adults and 2 Children
All about Little Kulala
Once farmland used for subsistence goat farming, the region had very little indigenous wildlife. In 1996 Wilderness Safaris stepped in to rehabilitate the area and today the land and its wildlife have returned to their former glory
A welcome oasis situated on the dry Auab riverbed in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve, Little Kulala celebrates the splendour and solitude of the Namib Desert. Excursions to Sossusvlei (via a gate exclusive to Wilderness Safaris vehicles), nature drives, walks and guided quad bike excursions (responsibly guided based on eco-sensitive fundamentals), explore this fascinating landscape. A balloon safari (at extra cost) offers an awe-inspiring experience soaring above the desert.
A welcome oasis situated along the dry Auab riverbed in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve, Little Kulala celebrates the splendour and solitude of the Namib Desert. Excursions to Sossusvlei (via a gate exclusive to Wilderness Safaris vehicles), nature drives, walks and guided quad bike excursions (responsibly guided based on eco-sensitive fundamentals), explore this fascinating landscape. A balloon safari offers an awe-inspiring experience soaring above the desert.
Once farmland used for subsistence goat farming, the region had very little indigenous wildlife. In 1996 Wilderness Safaris stepped in to rehabilitate the area and today the land and its wildlife have returned to their former glory.
Desert-adapted wildlife to be seen on the Kulala Wilderness Reserve includes ostrich, springbok, gemsbok, spotted hyaena and the occasional brown hyaena. Smaller creatures such as bat-eared fox, black-backed jackal, porcupine, Cape fox and aardwolf can also be seen. One bird, the aptly named dune lark, has its entire global distribution limited to the area. A surprisingly diverse array of insects, reptiles and rodents make their home around Little Kulala. At dusk the call of barking geckoes can be heard, and walks reveal the smaller creatures - the buck-spoor spider with its multi-entrance burrow or the ambush specialist antlion, to name but a few.
About the camp
Activities
- Day & night game drives in 04 x 06-seater closed Land Cruisers and 02 x 08-seater Land Cruisers with pop-up roof
- Private Activities on offer (subject to vehicle availability which needs to be booked and paid for) may be requested in advance. Booking of a private vehicle is not possible from another camp/lodge due to the distances involved between the camps/lodges.
- Birding.
- Excursions to Sossusvlei and Sesriem [(only Wilderness Safaris have the advantage of entry into the park through this exclusive gate entrance (Kulala) - no self-drive vehicles or freelance guides driving non Wilderness vehicles are permitted to use this private gate (Kulala) and will be rerouted by Park Officials to the access point as used by the general public (Sesriem)].
- Scenic sundowner excursion.
- Guided nature trail from camp [(weather permitting and subject to the availability of a qualified walking guide) e.g. The Black Mountain Trail - Easy to Moderate fitness level and approximately 1.0 to 3.0 hours in walking duration)].
- Riverbed trails revealing Little Kulala’s “living desert” (activities focused on geology, astronomy and rehabilitation of the reserve with out-of-camp experiences ranging from fairy-circle dinners to rive oasis lunches),
- Self-guided walking trails.
- Guided night-time scorpion walks (weather permitting).
- Cultural campfire evenings.
- Pre-dinner and fireside discussions by staff about the area’s geology and rehabilitation process from the previous subsistence goat farming in the area.
- Stargazing with a laser pointer (weather permitting and according to the lunar phases (not offered around full moon).
- Guided quad bike excursions [responsibly guided based on eco-sensitive fundamentals and restricted tracks), subject to availability (12 x quad bikes in total, with eleven for guests plus one for the guide) and to be booked directly in camp only - for Little Kulala guests only].
- Guided electric powered fat bike excursions [subject to availability (05 x electric powered fat bikes in total, with four for guests and one for the guide) and to be booked directly in camp only].
- Access to an Eco-Zone in camp with options of self-guided walking trails/hiking trails/guided nature walks and guided electric powered fat bike excursions,
- Sunrise breakfasts or brunches at outdoor locations, as well as gin stops.
- In-accommodation massage treatments (at an additional cost).
- Wilderness Safaris and Olympus Photo Hub experience.
- Hot air ballooning [(weather permitting and may be booked direct at the lodge or in advance and pre-paid through your Journey Specialist (should a flight cancel due to adverse weather conditions, no charge is incurred), not available 15 January to 15 February (inclusive), 25 December and 01 January].
Camp Facilities
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Pool in main area with partially shaded deck and loungers.
- Thatched-roofed main area comprises a reception area, with lounge/dining and bar areas on a raised wooden deck.
- Open deck overlooking floodlit waterhole.
- Fire pit.
- Safari Trading Store.
- Library.
- A pair of Olympus binoculars in the main area.
- Sunken wine cellar (wine tastings and private dining).
- Open fireplaces, during winter months a gas heater is stationed in the main area, with chenile blankets and hot water bottles provided during dinner.
- Spa.
- Guest toilet in main area.
- Early morning wake-up call.
- Light breakfast before departing on the morning activity.
- Return to camp for a meal and rest period.
- Meet for afternoon tea before departing on the activity.
- Return to camp - freshen up or meet for drinks, followed by dinner.
- Enjoy a nightcap or discussion around the fire before retiring.
Accomodation
Their design inspired by Dead Vlei, the climate-controlled, thatched accommodations, each with a private plunge pool, merge seamlessly into the timeless desert setting. Each accommodation is especially adapted to the unique desert conditions, built on a platform to ensure maximum airflow, with elevated wooden walkways. A private rooftop area for sundowners, rooftop area for sundowners, “African tapas” rooftop dinners or star gazing under the magnificent Namibian night sky. With a signature sleep-out experience on the bottom deck.
Number of accomodadions
- 11 x climate controlled accommodations in total comprising:
- 10 x double-bedded (super king in size) accommodations (should twins be preferred, please indicate this accordingly with your Journey Specialist).
- 01 x family unit consisting of two bedrooms each with two three quarter beds, in each accommodation and each with their own en-suite facilities. Main bathroom with an indoor shower, outdoor shower, double basin vanity and separate toilet. Second bathroom with an indoor shower (no outdoor shower), double basin vanity and separate toilet. Private rooftop area for stargazing at each bedroom. Shared entrance, outdoor deck with seating area, outdoor sala and private plunge pool.
- Mattress converters are available that transforms twin beds into king-size beds. To be arranged prior to arrival.
Accomodation Descriptions
- En-suite facilities comprises an indoor shower, outdoor shower, double basin vanity and separate toilet.
- Writing desk and chair, luggage rack, mosquito net, air conditioning unit, electronic safe, a yoga mat and weights (2 x 2.0 kg and 2 x 4.0 kg), a kettle ball (1 x 5.5 kg), ab roller, skipping rope and aerobic strap, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, mini-bar.
- During winter months hot water bottles and extra blankets are provided.
- Shaded veranda and private plunge pool (with canvas pool covers and velcro sealing strips).
- Private rooftop area for sundowners, “African tapas” rooftop dinners or stargazing [equipped with beanbags and a coffee table, including a shaded sala with roll out bed (however, with no mosquito net) for siestas during the day or for sleep-outs under the stars (both weather permitting and on request camp staff will move the roll out bed from under the shaded canopy].
- Indoor lounge area.
- Sleep-outs on the wrap around bottom deck of each accommodation to allow for easy access during the night - equipped with bedrolls and a mosquito net (weather permitting and operated subject to the discretion of the Camp Manager).
- Complimentary in-accommodation Wi-Fi.
- Amenities include liquid soap, body wash, shampoo and conditioner, body lotion, bath robes, slippers, room spray, insect repellents, washing powder (for smalls), vanity kit with sewing kit, shower cap, cotton-tip swabs, cotton balls, tissues dispensers, umbrella and laundry bag are supplied in each accommodation.
Electricity & Water
Child Policy
For families travelling with children between 06 and 12 years, private activities need to be booked and paid for.
Children between 06 and 16 years must share with at least one adult in the same accommodation.
The minimum age for walking is 13 years.
While there is no age limitation for the hot air ballooning, there is a restriction on height. Children need to be a minimum of 1.2 metres to Comfortably see over the basket.
Laundry Facilities
Laundry services are provided on a daily basis (weather permitting, items will be returned on the same day) and included on the FI rate basis. Laundry is dried by the sun and on most days any laundry placed out in the morning will be returned, washed, dried and ironed, by the evening.
Due to prevailing local cultural traditions, please place any underwear items in the mesh laundry bag provided, so that these can be machine washed separately. Should guests prefer to hand wash, environmentally friendly detergent is available in the accommodations or can be provided on request.
As an environmentally-aware company, we strive to reduce our water usage where we can. Since towel washing consumes an enormous amount of water, we follow the same policy used by most top establishments around the world: should guests want their towels washed, we request that guests please place these into the laundry basket/laundry bag supplied. Towels not in the laundry basket/laundry bag will be hung up and dried for their reuse.
Note that laundry services may be limited as a result of water shortages. We cannot be held liable for any damage to clothing
Gratuities Guidelines
We would like to reiterate that tipping is not compulsory. Guests should not feel obliged to do so. Tipping should be undertaken only by choice, subject to the service received. In addition, guests may wish to add a nominal amount for incidentals, ranging between USD 15.00 to USD 30.00 per day (subject to personal budget choice) - i.e. if additional activities are booked once on their journey, if travel arrangements change for any reason, in acknowledgement of good service received in another area, etc.
Guide and Specialist Guide - We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day and may be tipped directly.
The General Safari Camp Staff - We recommend about USD 10.00 per guest per day for safari camps. This should be placed in the communal tipping box to be distributed equally amongst all the staff.
With regards to being hosted by Camp Management and/or Assistant Camp Management, tipping separately for said staff is purely optional and per guests’ discretion.
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LITTLE KULALA
Fun on the big sand dunes
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Nature walk with guide
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Stargazing
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Gun stop at sundown
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Spa treatment area
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Sunrise from hot air balloon
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Baking cinnamon buns with the guests
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Olympus photo hub
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Early morning tracking
| Departure Dates Confirmed Dates | Trip Status Trip Status | Price (PP) Including Flights | Price (PP) Excluding Flights | |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,779 |
$3,170 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$2,679 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$1,779 |
$3,470 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available |
$2,779 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$3,779 |
$4,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,879 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,679 |
$1,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Booked & Guaranteed |
$4,779 |
$3,970 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$5,779 |
$3,270 |
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Fri 18 Oct '16 - Sun 04 Nov '16 |
Available & Guaranteed |
$2,779 |
$3,970 |
100% solar powered (solar panels and inverters provide electricity and hot water). A generator is used in emergencies.
220V multi-plug adaptor charging facilities for mobile devices. Additional charging facilities (available on request and prior notice essential) for the use of sleep apnoea machines (guests to provide own device, spare batteries, charging unit and adaptors).
Purified drinking water (through reverse osmosis) is supplied.