
In 1482, Diogo Cao, the Portuguese mariner found refuge from the harsh Atlantic at Cape Cross. He placed a cross to mark his landing. Although the original cross no longer stands on the spot, travellers come to Cape Cross to see the replica cross that marks his landing, as well as the huge seal colony, and the wonders of the Namib Desert.Today the site of his landing is a far more welcoming place. Cape Cross Lodge provides a high level of comfort and shelter from the harsh weather of the Skeleton Coast. From here, travellers can explore the same place visited by Diogo Cao, wonder at tens of thousands of rowdy seals and take a closer look at the Namib Atlantic coast, including a small lichen field.And as the day comes to an end, travellers have the rare opportunity to enjoy the remarkable sunset over the Skeleton Coast.


The curious mix of Cape Dutch and West Coast fishing village architecture with colossal windows happily embrace the natural light and affords endless contemplated vistas.
Around this tranquil oasis lodge lies infinite ocean and desert, littered with the eerie remains of man’s past endeavours. Nearby, rocky outcrops provide a perfect playground for a large seal colony. Activities obviously centre on the presence of the seals, and visitors can self-drive or even walk to the colony, ensuring they first visit the Ministry office to complete entry requirements.
Around this tranquil oasis lodge lies infinite ocean and desert, littered with the eerie remains of man’s past endeavours. Nearby, rocky outcrops provide a perfect playground for a large seal colony. Activities obviously centre on the presence of the seals, and visitors can self-drive or even walk to the colony, ensuring they first visit the Ministry office to complete entry requirements.

Cape Cross Lodge offers 20 luxury double rooms,classically appointed with attention to detail, yetanimate with a rustic charm that is bewitching. Views through the large windows are breathtaking, no matter the time of day or night. The en-suite bathrooms are a statement of elegant simplicity, while the private balconies glow with the warmth of wooden deckchairs and tables, affording unrestricted seaviews and an aura of complete respite. Two of the bedrooms have been linked with a door to create a family suite when needed.
