Rooisand Desert Ranch

Rooisand Desert Ranch is situated on the fringe of the Namib Desert in Namibia’s Central Region, at the C 26 between the mountain passes of Gamsberg and Kuiseb, halfway between Windhoek (170 km) and Walvis Bay on the Atlantic coast (190 km).

The farm has a size of some 12.000 ha, a huge area – by European standards. Surrounded by the magnificent scenery of red sand dunes – deposited in distant times by winds from the Kalahari Desert – vast grasslands and rugged mountains, ROOISAND Desert Ranch affords its guests a relaxing sojourn with every convenience.

We’re excited to be welcoming you from United States soon!
Axel & Yrida Dainat and the whole ROOISAND team

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Prices

Comfort Room

Twin or Double Beds

N$ 1.485

per person

approximately USD 103.12 or GBP 81.45

Breakfast and

Dinner included

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Economy/Budget Twin Room

Only Twin Beds

N$ 1.150

per person

approximately USD 79.86 or GBP 63.07

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Dinner included

Only Twin Beds

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Mountain Chalet

Fully equipped two bedroom self catering chalet

N$ 3.850

per night

approximately USD 267.35 or GBP 211.15

Suitable for 4 adults

Minimum stay two nights

Optional meals at the guest house

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What other guest at

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say about us…

  Eines der ungeahnten Highlights unserer Reise. Eigentlich nur als Übergangsstation gedacht, wurden wir von einer Oase der Freundlichkeit, Gemütlichkeit und des guten Essens überrascht. Die Kinder wären am liebsten dort geblieben. Vielen Dank!

Jenny L
12/18/2016

  From the time you stop at Rooisand you'll feel welcome. The rooms are spacious and all close to the big pool and bar area. We found that it is equally suited for families and couples travelling with lots to do ranging from sundowner game drives,...More

ColdAvis
5/09/2017

  Wir waren leider nur 1 Übernachtung. Beim nächsten mal werden es mehr. Ideal zum ankommen in Namibia oder ausklingen,da nicht zu weit weg von Windhoek. Sternwarte muss man sehen. Alles sehr sauber und gut geführt.

jreif
5/16/2017

  Vielen Dank für die sehr schöne Zeit auf Rooisand. Es begann schon mit dem herzlichen Mail-Verkehr. Hier fühlt man sich ehrlich willkommen. Eir haben das Ferienhaus und den traumhaften Blick sehr genossen.

Christine M
5/23/2017

  My husband and I stayed here for one night on our way down to southern Namibia and we loved it. The whole family were so welcoming, we all had dinner together and were even taken on a night time scorpion tour, we also got to...More

BangkokBunny
10/28/2016

  Die komplette Anlage ist super schön und sauber. Ganz viele Pflanzenarten gibt es auf der Ranch. Alle waren sehr nett und sehr freundlich. Kann man nur weiter empfehlen für eine Nacht. Die ranch liegt in toller Landschaft!

Moritz1405
11/17/2016

  Wir verbrachten leider nur 1 Nacht auf Rooisand - als Zwischenstop von Swakopmund nach Soussosvlei. Es waren nur wenige Gäste da und Volker, der Gastgeber, hat uns den verregneten Nachmittag mit vielen Infos über Land und Leute bei ein, zwei Bierchen an der Bar versüßt. Unser Zimmer war geräumig, sehr schön eingerichtet und sehr sauber. Die ganze Anlage ist top in Schuß und pickobello sauber. Der Pool herrlich groß und ich habe sehr bedauert, dass wir ausgerechnet auf Rooisand den einzigen Regentag unseres 3wöchigen Urlaubes hatten. Das Frühstücksbuffet und das gemeinsame Dinner war sehr, sehr lecker und ausreichend und obwohl man mit allen am Tisch saß, hatte man noch genügend Abstand zum "Nachbarn", um sich auch privat unterhalten zu können. Für uns trotz Regen ein absolut gelungener Zwischenstopp. Wir wären gern länger geblieben und hätten ein paar Ausfahrten in der herrlichen Landschaft des Gamsbergpasses gemacht. Wir hoffen irgendwann auf ein Wiedersehen; dann bei Sonnenschein - lieber Volker, liebe Yrida nochmals vielen Dank für alles 🙂

Lydia040413
11/29/2016

  Wir wurden schon am Parkplatz dieser wunderschönen Lodge von Stefan und Tobi willkommen geheissen. Die beiden sind hervorragende Gastgeber, spezielle Wünsche werden gerne und mit einem Lächeln erfüllt. So wurde z.B. unser Geburtstagskind mit einem liebevoll gedeckten Frühstückstisch überrascht, und am Tennisplatz das Licht abgeschalten...Mehr

Barbara H
9/24/2017

  Traumhaft schön liegt diese Ranch am Fusse des Gamsbergs und ist umgeben von einer sehr gepflegten, wunderschönen Parkanlage. Empfang und Service waren freundlich und zuvorkoimmend, das Abendessen einfach, jedoch schmackhaft zubereitet: Hackbraten vom Springbock mit hervorragend gewürzter Sauce, Kürbis gefüllt mit Mais und Cole slave;...Mehr

Gerhard1936
5/03/2018

…and some more reviews our guests:

Impressed about the stars

January 28, 2019

3 Chinese families with three boys stayed here for one night. We really love this hotel and were impressed about the stars last night!

Mei

It could not have been at a better place!

January 9, 2019

The first night in Africa ever!
It could not have been at a better place!
Thank you

Frans & Nelly, Nederlands

The proverbial welcome inn...

January 8, 2019

The proverbial welcome inn… late arriving after a car trouble – the team treated us to a sumptuous late supper and much warm chat.
Here’s hoping we make it back some day!
(Even after seeing their cousins on the road, the Oryx goulash was a god send!)

Don, Sarah, Gabe & Sean

Abwechslungsreiche Ranch

December 9, 2018

Sehr schöne, abwechslungsreiche Ranch. Toller Service, klasse Betreuung. Ich denke, wir waren nicht das letzte Mal hier.

Karsten & Susanne aus'm Ruhrpott

Eine Nacht ist zu wenig

December 7, 2018

Wir haben eine herzliche Gastfreundschaft genossen. Eine Nacht ist eigentlich zu wenig!
Danke vielmals Stefan!

Regula, Christian & Erika, Schweiz

Herrliche Ausblicke ins Weltall

November 1, 2018

Ein kurzer aber erinnerungswerter Zwischenstop mit herrlichen Ausblicken ins Weltall. Man könnte hier Tage verbringen und fühlt sich vom ersten Moment an wohl.
Toller und sehr familiärer Service. Die Sternwarte ist ein guter Grund wiederzukommen.

Angelika & Rainer

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We offer you the following

Activities at Rooisand

You can not just relax but also enjoy one the following activities on request:

Stargazing

Have you ever had the opportunity to observe the globular cluster Omega Centauri or the surface of the moon and its many craters? We offer you the chance of a lifetime – observations through one of the world’s best amateur telescopes, a 430 mm PlaneWave Astrograph at Rooisand’s own observatory…

Fly Drone Safari

Fly Drone Safari Drone flying is not permitted in Namibian National Parks, but at ROOISAND an unique activity has been created, which allows guests to head out into the wilderness to capture aerial footage with their own drones. An experienced guide with sound knowledge of drone flying protocols will conduct…

Scenic Drive

Rooisand stretches across an area of almost 12 000 ha and there is so much to see! During a scenic drive spanning a few hours, guests are given an overview of the diversified fauna and flora of the area. The experienced guide will explain many farming concepts while visiting numerous…

Sundowner Drive

Join us on a drive to one of the many stunning viewing points Rooisand has to offer and enjoy an unobstructed view of the most fascinating African terrain. With a cold drink in hand, enjoy an (almost)guaranteed spectacular sunset until the first bright stars appear on the Namibian sky above….

Clay Pigeon Shooting

Experience this unique sporting activity discover the fascination with clay pigeon shooting! If you have always wanted to try clay pigeon shooting, Rooisand finally offers you this unique opportunity! Watch the “flying saucers” burst in the air and scatter to dust when you hit them with a shotgun. No prior…

Rock-Art Hiking Trails

Well-preserved rock carvings created by Namibia’s indigenous hunter-gatherer people have long been known on the farm grounds. Scientific research brought more elements to light in 2005. The paintings are mostly done in shades of red, the colour pigment having been ground to powder from Rötelstein (hematite), a ferrous rock. The…

Mineral Site Visits

Rooisand offers various quarries that have exposed interesting mineral deposits, amongst others quartz, smokey quartz and amethysts. In addition, deposits of a very rare type of amethyst, that changes colour from violet-red to yellow-green when exposed to sunlight for a few days, has also been found. Guests are invited to…

Guided Walking Tour

A knowledgeable guide will walk you through the grandiose scenery surrounding Rooisand Desert Ranch, there is so much to discover! Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and, if you are lucky, you will encounter “other inhabitants” of the Rooisand Desert Ranch during your hike.

Enjoy and relax

What else we offer...

Our room guests expect the following amenities:

Pool

Cool off and even exercise in our 16 x 5m pool, complete with underwater massage jets and massaging waterfall.

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Tennis Court

We agree, it is very unusual – but our two tennis courts are very well maintained and even equipped with floodlights! Enjoy a match of tennis during the cooler hours of the day or even in the evening. We provide tennis racquets and balls – free of charge.

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Wi-Fi

Finally! Since December 2018 we are also able to offer our guests Wi-Fi! A booster is required to receive the 3G-signal from the Gamsberg, thus Wi-Fi access may not be possible everywhere.

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Table Tennis

… indoor or outdoor – a special enjoyment!

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Darts

Darts at ROOISAND Test your marksmanship – either on your own or challenge others during a game of darts.

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Breakfast

Our continental breakfast buffet includes home-baked bread and bread rolls as well as our very special muesli-mix, various jams, various types of polony and sometimes even Rooisand’s own smoked game. Fresh farm eggs are prepared to order.

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Lunch

Lunch packs or light lunches are only available upon request! Please let us know a day in advance should you arrive at Rooisand before lunchtime and wish to enjoy one of our scrumptious, freshly prepared meals.

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Coffee & Cake

May we proudly present: crisply baked cake ideally partnered with a steaming cup of coffee – freshly ground from Rooisand’s secret coffee bean mix.

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Dinner

For dinner, we offer a 3-course buffet meal comprising of a mostly national starter, a main course with various side dishes, organic meat exclusively from our own stock, fresh salads and a delectable dessert. We kindly request that dietary preferences, restrictions and allergies are communicated well in advance.

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Bar

End your day in good company at the bar, where we offer a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The extensive wine list caters for all pallets and often an unknown wine from our selection surprises even the connoisseur.

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Fireplace and Reading Corner

On (very rare) cold evenings make yourself comfortable in front of our fireplace. Our reading corner is ready for rummaging. Here you will find literature about Africa and especially Namibia as well as light travel literature in German and English. Should you wish to exchange a book you just finished…

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Laundry Service

For a small fee, we happily wash, fold and iron your laundry.

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Are you an accomplished amateur astronomer? Should you already have sound technical knowledge and are you also familiar with the technical equipment in our observatory? Then you can also exclusively rent the entire observatory and pursue your hobby under almost optimal conditions.

Environment

At ROOISAND we value…

Recycling

Auf ROOISAND wird kein Müll vergraben - Wir bringen all unseren Müll zu einem Recyclinghof nach Windhoek, wo er fachgerecht entsorgt wird.

Solar Energy

Auf unserer Farm beziehen wir unseren Strom zu 100% aus der Energie der Sonne. Lediglich in der Regenzeit müssen wir an 5-10 Tagen einen Generator nutzen um unseren Strombedarf zu decken.

Watermanagement

Wasser ist in Namibia ein kostbares Gut! Wir beziehen unser Wasser aus drei hauseigenen Brunnen.

Meat

Wir kennen nur Biofleisch! Das Fleisch auf ROOISAND ist ausschließlich Wildfleisch aus eigener Jagd und Schlachtung.

Rooisand Desert Ranch