Bagatelle Lodge

Bagatelle Lodge Overview

Bagatelle Lodge (commonly known as Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch) is a 3-star desert lodge and safari destination located on the edge of the Southern Kalahari in Mariental, Namibia. It is situated approximately 50 km from Mariental along the D1268 road. Accommodation OptionsThe lodge offers several types of elegantly furnished units designed to blend with the red sand dune landscape:

• Dune Chalets: Wooden chalets built on stilts atop sand dunes, providing panoramic views.
• Exclusive Dune Chalets: Feature private splash pools and private dining options.
• Savannah Chalets: Stone-walled chalets located in the valley between the dunes.
• Garden Rooms: Traditionally decorated rooms in African colonial style located near the main building.
• Campsites: Six extensively equipped sites with private tiled toilets and gas-heated showers, located about 1 km from the main lodge.

Amenities & Facilities

• Dining & Bar: An onsite restaurant serving Namibian specialties and a bar with an extensive wine cellar.
• Wellness: A year-round outdoor swimming pool and a small spa/wellness center offering massage services.
• Common Areas: A lounge, library, and game room with a pool table.
• Connectivity: Free Wi-Fi is available in the communal areas and the main lodge.

Activities

• Wildlife Viewing: Opportunities to see giraffe, zebra, oryx, meerkats, and rhinos.
• Cheetah Conservation: The lodge supports a program for cheetahs, and guests can witness their feeding in a 12-hectare enclosure.
• Cultural Tours: Guided "Bushmen Walks" with the San people to learn about ancient desert traditions.
• Excursions: Scenic nature drives, sundowner game drives, and horseback safaris.