Gecko Ridge
Swakopmund
Just beyond the coastal fog line, with views overlooking the snaking Swakop River, this arid desert landscape and the nearby Moon landscape surround Gecko Ridge. The gym and outdoor lapa overlook a semi-enclosed, sparkling saltwater pool, making it the perfect reprieve from the harsh desert environment outside.
This desert oasis has beautiful wooden decks, lush green gardens, and water ponds, which offer a serene atmosphere, and the lapa, with its south-facing views, offers amazing views over the moon landscape, which you can enjoy while relishing a sundowner. Gecko Ridge also boasts a fully licensed restaurant, and facilities to host a wedding or year-end function.
Facilities
Accommodation
6 x Guest House Rooms
Situated in the main building, providing spacious, elegant rooms, providing the weary traveller with a comfortable and memorable experience. Every aspect is carefully attended to, from the high-quality bedding to the modern and luxurious décor, ensuring that a stay at Gecko Ridge is truly unforgettable.
7 x Self-Catering Chalets
These are stand- alone, self-catering chalets which range from ‘bachelor apartment’ to family sized. They are generously sized, open-plan lounge with a sleeper couch.
10 x Campsite
Semi-enclosed for additional privacy 2 larger campsites provide space for bigger groups. Communal ablutions with separate utility area for washing dishes and laundry. Electricity and electrical lights at the campsites.
Driving Instructions
Gecko Ridge is positioned around 15km inland from Swakopmund and is conveniently accessible just a short distance from the B2 main road from Okahandja.
Coming from Okahandja and Windhoek: after about 45 km past Arandis, in the Nonidas area, watch for a left turn onto the D1901 road marked for Gecko Ridge.
Travelling from Swakopmund: head east on the B2 towards Windhoek. Keep an eye out for the signpost indicating Nonidas. The first road on your right after this sign directing you to Gecko Ridge on your left. Follow this road for 4.5km and then continue following signs to Gecko Ridge.