3-Day Sossusvlei Desert Tour from Windhoek with Deadvlei Sunrise

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei
• 02 Discover the eerie beauty of Deadvlei's bleached clay pan and skeletal camel thorn trees
• 03 Capture stunning photos at the famous Dune 45
• 04 Hike through Sesriem Canyon's fascinating geological formations

Embark on a captivating 3-day journey from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, where you will explore iconic dunes, the eerie beauty of Deadvlei, and the fascinating geological formations of Sesriem Canyon. Enjoy a scenic drive into the Namib Desert, a sunrise venture into the park, and the chance to climb Big Daddy Dune for spectacular views. You will also stop at the famous Dune 45 for photos before returning to Windhoek at the end of your adventure.

You will explore this unique area on foot before heading into Deadvlei, with its large expanse of bleached, cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of massive dunes and their ever-changing colours.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Windhoek, Deadvlei, Sossusvlei

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Windhoek to Sossusvlei Desert Journey

• Today, when you arrive at the Hosea Kutako International Airport, you will meet one of our representatives. Then, you will begin your journey straight to Sossusvlei. Please make sure your flight arrives no later than 14h00.
  • If your flight arrives later than 14h00, you will unfortunately only get to travel the following day, and the night in Windhoek will be at your own cost.
  • If you are in Windhoek already, your guide will pick you up from your hotel, and you will begin your journey to Sossusvlei. Your pick-up will be no later than 10h00 am.
  • You will arrive in the early afternoon after a 4- to 5-hour drive.
• Upon arrival, you will enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

2

Day 02

Sunrise at Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and Sesriem Canyon

• Today, after breakfast, you have the whole day to explore the dunes of Sossusvlei.
• You depart at dawn from the lodge to arrive at the park gate for sunrise.
  • You will explore this unique area on foot before heading into Deadvlei, with its large expanse of bleached, cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of massive dunes and their ever-changing colours.
  • The admission ticket to the area is included.
• If you have plenty of energy, try to climb up Big Daddy Dune, the highest in the area, for spectacular views over the Namib Desert.
• As you drive back to your accommodation, we will stop at the famous Dune 45 for photos and spend about 30 minutes there.
• You will also get to visit Sesriem Canyon, which once was a permanent water source for the local wildlife.
  • Climb the canyon and appreciate this small but exciting geological formation.
• After all the adventure, you will drive back to your lodge and rest for the remainder of the day.

3

Day 03

Return from Sossusvlei to Windhoek

• Today, after breakfast, you will drive back to Windhoek.
• Your guide will then drop you off at the airport (if you have a flight departing today), hotel, or guesthouse of your choice.
• If you are departing today, please ensure that no flight departing before 16h00 is booked, just in case there might be any issues on the road back.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Accommodation for 2 nights
• Breakfast daily
• Dinner daily
• Guide/driver services
• Vehicle for the entire trip
• Activities
• Fuel for the entire trip
• Park entrance fees

What's Not Included

• Accommodation in Windhoek
• Lunch
• Beverages
• Gratuities
• Flights - unless requested
• Visa - unless requested
• Anything not mentioned under the inclusions

What to bring

• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses
• Long-sleeved clothing
• Cash for souvenirs

Know before you go

• For those arriving on the day of the tour, your flight should arrive no later than 14h00.
• For those departing on the day the tour ends, your flight should not depart earlier than 16h00.
• Pick-up and drop-off will be at any surrounding lodges or hotels in and around Windhoek, or at Hosea Kutako International Airport.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hosea Kutako International Airport

Tour start

Sossusvlei, Namibia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.