17,000 hectares of granite mountains, plains and wildlife. One group at a time. Entirely yours.
Begin Your EnquirySouthern Cross is a private safari estate in Namibia's Kunene Region, spanning approximately 17,000 hectares of plains, granite mountains and water.
It is not a conventional lodge. The reserve is received one family or one group at a time, and that singular decision changes everything. For the duration of a stay, one steps into a private world — with all the ease, freedom and quiet privilege that such seclusion affords.
Forty kilometres north of Kamanjab on the road toward Opuwo, Southern Cross lies in one of Namibia's most sought-after wildlife regions. At its northern edge, the reserve meets the greater Etosha system — the rare experience of staying on a private farm with the sense of being part of something far larger.
Each residence has its own character — but all are part of a broader experience of exclusive-use safari living.
Four-bedroom colonial residence, spacious & light-filled.
View Gallery →At the heart of the reserve, a vast thatched lapa overlooks a natural lake whose surface shifts with the hour and the weather. Long breakfasts. Lingering lunches. Fireside evenings and dinners under the Namibian sky.
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A fully secured private chamber transformed into an extraordinary wine, entertainment and firearms environment. Atmospheric, intimate, and entirely unexpected in the African bush.
1950, 1952 & 1954 Single Malts
Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Port
Bas Armagnac, pre-phylloxera
Curated collection & Brussels billiards
Life at Southern Cross can be as expansive or as simple as guests wish to make it.
Roan, sable, springbok, zebra, white rhino and elephant
The amber hour, high in the mountains
Sniper Mountain & 1,000-metre rifle range
From the reserve's own gardens, livestock & butchery
Professional-grade safari photography with expert guides
Bespoke dining crafted around your preferences
Southern Cross is staffed by a dedicated team who live on the reserve year-round. They know the land, the wildlife, and the rhythms of the place — and they take quiet pride in ensuring every detail of your stay is anticipated before it's asked.
Southern Cross lies 40km north of Kamanjab on the Opuwo Road, in Namibia's Kunene Region.
Approximately 4 hours via the B1 and C35. We can arrange a private transfer or 4x4 with driver.
Private 1,600-metre airstrip on the reserve, suitable for Cessna Caravan and similar aircraft. Charter from Windhoek's Eros Airport takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Fly into Windhoek Hosea Kutako International (WDH). We arrange onward charter or luxury ground transfer.
Southern Cross is not a lodge with rooms to let. The reserve — all 17,000 hectares, three types of residences, the vault, the lapa, the staff — is placed entirely at the disposal of one party at a time. Availability is limited and by private enquiry only.
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Southern Cross is reserved for exclusive stays. Share your details and we will respond personally within 24 hours.
Prefer to write directly? team@southernx.africa