At the base of an Ugabian terrace, Vingerklip Lodge looks out over the valley towards the striking rock feature from which it gets its name. Literally meaning Finger of Stone, Vingerklip is a 35m obelisk rising sheer out of the flat plains below. And once you’ve taken note of this geographical oddity the rest of the view is yours to enjoy.

Built from local stone and thatch, Vingerklip Lodge huddles around the base of a flat-topped terrace. Each chalet pays homage to the spectacular view and its attendant tranquility with private balconies and huge windows. En suite bathrooms and a child-friendly mezzanine make Vingerklip a great place for romance or families.

Climb the vertical stairs to the top of the terrace for a spectacular 360-degree view from the wonderful Eagle’s Nest restaurant. Or splash out and stay a night in Heaven’s Gate - a luxury suite on top of the world.

Vingerklip Lodge is in a 1,600ha private game reserve stocked with giraffe, eland, zebra, kudu, oryx, springbok, impala, warthog, steenbok and baboons. Several trails ranging from one to three hours lead out from the lodge to the actual Vingerklip and you are within a day trip outing from the other famous ancient landmarks in the area including Brandberg Mountain and the White Lady; the Petrified Forest; Twyfelfontein; the Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain.