Just east of Aus, Klein-Aus Vista is nestled in granite-gneiss hills with magnificent views of the landscape. This is the area where the Namib Desert begins to merge with golden grasses, where wild horses roam free, and people once gathered with diamond dreams.
The 30 attractive and airy rooms of Desert Horse Inn are built in a style indicative of late century farmhouses so abundant in the area. Put up feet on your veranda enjoying calmness of the surrounding Aus Mountains, partake in a guided day or sunset drive or explore the numerous mountain-bike and walking trails that skirt the rocky hills.
Here you will discover old WWI ramparts, an old Hudson motorcar riddled with bullet holes from an almost-forgotten shoot-out with diamond smugglers, and viewpoints with extraordinary vistas. Further afield, visit the wild horses at Garub waterhole, 20km to the west, and the old diamond mining town of Kolmanskop and Lüderitz, 100km onwards. Upon your return to Klein-Aus, relax on the upstairs wooden deck or at the Wild Horse bar until you cannot resist the enticing supper aromas from the restaurant any longer.
Klein-Aus Vista provides the perfect base to explore south-western Namibia, it also serves as a perfect halfway stop en route from the Fish River Canyon to the red dunes of Sossusvlei or vice versa.
Full Day Desert Tour (guided)
Discover the delights and impressive scenery of the Succulent Karoo Desert on this tour to Kubub, Gondwana ...
Discover the delights and impressive scenery of the Succulent Karoo Desert on this tour to Kubub, Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park and God's Window.
Departure: Morning
Duration: Full day
Note: minimum of 4 persons per excursion
This activity will no longer be on offer as from 1 January 2026
Scenic Sunset Drive (guided)
These drives in the late afternoon present an opportunity to experience the incredible scenic beauty of ...
These drives in the late afternoon present an opportunity to experience the incredible scenic beauty of Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park at dusk.
Departure: Afternoon
Duration: ± 3 hours
Note: minimum of 3 persons per excursion
1 January 2026 - 31 December 2026
N$ 700.00
Half Day Desert Tour (guided)
Discover the delights and impressive scenery of the Succulent Karoo Desert on this half day trip to Kubub ...
Discover the delights and impressive scenery of the Succulent Karoo Desert on this half day trip to Kubub and Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park.
Departure: Morning | Afternoon
Duration: half-day
Note: minimum of 4 persons per excursion
1 January 2026 - 31 December 2026
N$ 1 100.00
Mountain Biking (self-guided)
There is a choice of different routes on well marked trails: varying from 20 ...
There is a choice of different routes on well marked trails: varying from 20 km to 80 km - mostly single track trails, recommended for riders with intermediate skills. Dual suspension bikes available for rent..
E-bikes are also available, rates are available on request.
Stone Horse/UI HÄB Land Art (self-guided)
A short hike takes you to a lookout point with a unique view into the vast landscape and at a Land Art ...
A short hike takes you to a lookout point with a unique view into the vast landscape and at a Land Art work of art. A 100m x 150m galloping horse has been set in stone on the plains of Klein-Aus Vista Lodge in south-western Namibia in honour of Namibia’s century-old population of wild horses.
Departure: Morning | Afternoon
Duration: ± 1 - 2 hours
This activity will no longer be on offer as from 1 January 2026
Hiking Trails (self-guided)
Explore the flora and fauna of the Succulent Karoo desert on your own. You have five different hiking ...
Explore the flora and fauna of the Succulent Karoo desert on your own. You have five different hiking trails to choose from. They are well marked and take you through the wildly romantic scenery of the Aus Mountains.
Departure: In your own time
Duration: ± 2 - 5 hours
Day trip to Lüderitz and Kolmanskop (self-guided)
Lüderitz is just 120km away and the Ghost town of Kolmanskop only 115km (tar road). Klein-Aus Vista is the ...
Lüderitz is just 120km away and the Ghost town of Kolmanskop only 115km (tar road). Klein-Aus Vista is the ideal starting point for a trip to both places. 20km from Aus, on the way to or back from Luderitz, visit the Garub water hole where the wild horses and several other animals of the desert plains can be found. The Wild Horses of the Namib have roamed this harsh habitat since 1915 and are an experience one should not miss.
Children are most welcome at all our venues. Children up to 5 years old are free of charge; for children between the age of 6 and 13 years we charge 50 per cent of the B&B rate. For teenagers 13 years and older we charge the adult rates.
This unit has 2 single beds and 1 bunk bed sleeping 2 as well as an en-suite bathroom with shower, lounge and veranda. It is equipped with a fridge, tea/coffee facilities, personal safe, air- conditioning for cooling and heating, and a ceiling fan.
This unit has two 3/4 beds and an en-suite bathroom with shower, lounge and veranda. It is equipped with a fridge, tea/coffee facilities, personal safe, air-conditioning for cooling and heating, and a ceiling fan.
Bookings for Namib Dune Star Camp can only be done via reservations at the moment.
Please contact reservations here: +264 61 427 200 or bookings@gondwana-collection.com