Welcome to Green Elephant Cottages
Discover Comfort, Culture & Clear Skies in Uis, Namibia
Nestled in the heart of Uis, a peaceful desert town in Namibia’s Erongo Region, Green Elephant Cottages offers the perfect blend of comfort, culture, and convenience. Whether you’re here to encounter majestic desert elephants, hike the dramatic Brandberg Mountain, or unwind under a starlit sky, Green Elephant is your ideal home base.
🐘 This Isn’t Just a Stay — This Is Green Elephant
The road ends here. Why? Because there’s no better base, no smarter choice, and no more exhilarating launch point to experience the wild soul of Damaraland.
💥 Spitzkoppe. Twyfelfontein. Brandberg. White Lady. Petrified Forest. Bushman rock art. Desert elephants. Welcome to the heart of it all — Green Elephant Cottages in Uis. You’re not near the action. You are in it.
Others drive in, drive out, and miss the magic. You? You stay in style.
🛏️ Stay in Style, Wake Up to Adventure
Our lock-up-and-go cottages are built for explorers. Need to hit the road early? Grab a quick breakfast-to-go. Planning to recharge? Enjoy a relaxed in-room breakfast while soaking up the desert stillness.
⏳ Don’t rush. Give yourself 3–4 days to breathe in this landscape, to hike it, to see it, and to feel it. Other places offer a bed. We offer the whole experience — freedom, peace, and the thrill of waking up where Namibia still roars with raw, ancient power.
In the evening, your boma fire becomes your bush television — the real magic of Namibia.
🌄 Luxury Without the Nonsense
- Comfortable, themed self-catering cottages
- Free WiFi & secure private parking
- Outdoor fireplace perfect for evenings under the stars
- Fully equipped kitchenettes, private bathrooms, and fresh linens
- Stunning views of the Brandberg and desert landscape
Each cottage is designed to make you feel at home — with thoughtful touches, serene décor, and everything you need for a restful stay.
☕ A Taste of Namibia
We warmly welcome you to indulge in our complimentary cereal breakfast each morning. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and traditional Namibian koffie en beskuit (coffee and rusks) — a wholesome, homely start to your day.
🎨 Discover the White Lady – In Art and in Reality
A trip to Uis wouldn’t be complete without seeing the famous White Lady rock painting, hidden in the ancient Brandberg slopes. But here at Green Elephant, you can also admire our own 3D sculpture of the White Lady — an artistic tribute that brings this prehistoric masterpiece to life.
📍 Your Perfect Stop in Uis
Whether you’re a nature lover, solo explorer, family traveller, or history enthusiast, Green Elephant Cottages is your welcoming retreat in Namibia.
- Explore the Brandberg Mountain and White Lady site
- Visit local craft markets and petroglyph sites
- Get tips from your hosts on hiking routes and must-see places
- Enjoy quiet nights, clear skies, and total freedom
Green Elephant Cottages. Not one of many. The one and only.
🌿 We can’t wait to welcome you to the desert. Your adventure begins at Green Elephant Cottages.