There are no words to describe the magic and awesomeness of this place...it is a very special experience of nature! The vastness, the ocean, the desert, the air, the wildlife impressed me deeply! This is definitely the remotest place I've ever been, but I felt the warm and friendly atmosphere at the lodge at any moment!! We arrived at Mowe Bay by airplane, were picked up and reached the lodge after a 1,5 hour drive along the ocean coast. The scenery is almost unreal and breathtaking! The lodge is very comfortable, nicely decorated and well equipped with everything you need for an unforgettable stay, stylistically perfectly adapted to the nature and environmentally friendly. The food and service were excellent, the staff very helpful and kind. Since the Hoarusib river had water after good rains, we could not do the riverbed drive. But the walk on the dunes with our absolutely competent and knowledgeable guide Bravo was not less fascinating. He explained to us a lot about the surrounding nature and animal life. The sundowner on the dunes or even on the terrace of the main building was like nothing else we´ve ever seen! We have already been in different places in Namibia, but this one was a particularly unique experience. The place is expensive, but it is worth it. The costs seem quite reasonable if you consider the remoteness of the place and the huge effort it takes to get there all the necessary supplies. And of course the price includes all services, laundry, drives, food and drinks. We greatly enjoyed every single moment! Thanks to the entire staff!

Shipwreck lodge is an amazing concept, a beautifully designed eco friendly fully inclusive luxury lodge nestled in the heart of the desolate skeleton coast with views down to the ocean and back to the dunes. Access can be either via a 1.5 hr transfer from Mowe bay or as we did a 6 hr transfer from Huanib Valley lodge (see separate review), both being owned and managed by Natural Selection. If you are combining both properties it is heavily recommended to do the road transfer as the constantly changing scenery is one of the highlights of the trip. The transfer from Mowe bay is itself fun with a visit to a large seal colony, and wrecks of ships, a plane and the rusting ruins of tin mine machinery. As with Onduli Ridge and Huanib valley, the lodge has been built in conjunction with and on lease from the local concession so all parties have a signification stake in it, a win win for all. Shipwreck lodge amazing setting in an unforgiving environment is combined with amazing architecture and style with every item thought through carefully including a captains log in each room explaining the area, lodge and facilities. Whilst all activities are very weather dependent they will leave you with unforgettable memories . The quad bike up to the dunes, (No prior expertise required) is not to be missed nor the brai lunch by the sea or the sunset GnT. If you do not do the Huanib valley transfer then a game drive through the adjacent Hoarusib river valley is a must. Meals are also a highlight but it is hard to escape the amazing setting. A special thanks to all the staff but particularly to our guide, Bodo who helped ensure an unforgettable experience

This is a totally unique experience - a hotel in the middle of nowhere, amid the desert. The road here from a small airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and on the way there isn’t a single hint of human life. More amazing it is to see this chic lodge hotel here. Construction of the hotel reminds of a shipwreck but inside it is clever eco luxury. It is a 5 star level service and comfort. 10 separate lodges with shower, spacious rooms, all amenities you might need. I don’t often meet this kind of comfort in chic hotels in top locations. If you ever a get a chance to visit it - try to do it. Also the ocean here is amazing. Wild and beautiful. It takes 10-15 minutes to drive from the hotel to the beach and the hotel offers this service free of charge.