The harsh rocky desert region at the southern tip of Namibia has
made travellers think that God has forgotten this land. Not so!
Just 20 kilometres from the main viewpoint of the Fish River Canyon
National Park, off the dusty D324, you’ll find the Cañon
Lodge, an oasis seemingly in the middle of nowhere. Tall weather-beaten
granite boulders mark the location of the lodge and form an integral
part of the overall design.
Spaced evenly amongst these boulders are 30 bungalows, built out
of natural rock. All units are thatched and equipped with comfortable
beds and en-suite bathrooms. The boulders, cool to the touch and
smoothly rounded by an eternity of erosion, protrude into the rooms
to make them blend in with the natural surroundings. The design
of the bungalows was conceived with the idea to make you feel one
with nature whilst enjoying a comfortable stay. Sometimes true luxury
lies in simplicity.
An old farmhouse, originally built in 1908 by three Bavarian brothers,
has been restored to serve as the Lodge Restaurant. Its main attraction
is an awe-inspiring view of the canyon landscape, which needless
to say, makes a meal at the restaurant truly an experience not to
be missed. Decorated with farming implements dating back to the
previous century, and combined with the lively chatter of guests
and staff alike, success is evident in the atmosphere that seems
to linger amongst our visitors who enjoy our warm hospitality and
traditional Namibian food.
· 30 Bungalows built out of natural rock
· Lodge Restaurant
· Swimming Pool
Some ideas of what to do at Canon Lodge
· Horse Riding
· Canyon Drive
· Sundowner Drive
· Sunrise Walk
· Morning Walk
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