Tour Overview

3 Day Sossusvlei Dunes Safari tour  – A perfect brief escape that is ideal for clients with limited time.

This three-day Namibian Sossusvlei Dunes Safari commences in Swakopmund on Friday and concludes in the early afternoon on Sunday in Windhoek. We will establish our base in the Sesriem Desert region and subsequently investigate the distinctive Namib Desert surroundings.

Dead Vlei, the renowned Dune 45, the towering Sossusvlei Dunes, and Sesriem Canyon are among the many attractions of Namib Naukluft Park. Each accommodation option will offer breathtaking vistas of the Namib desert and mountains, with the option of en-suite chambers or elegant permanent tents.

This Budget Safari to Namibia’s Sossusvlei Dunes is an ideal short break Safari for visitors to Namibia.

Tour Highlights

3 Day Sossusvlei Dunes Safari tour

Day 1: Swakopmund to Sesriem, Namibia

At approximately noon, embark on this Budget Safari to Namibia’s Sossusvlei Dunes from Swakopmund.

Our path traverses the Kuiseb River, which intermittently meanders through the Kuiseb Canyon. We make a pit halt for lunch and also pass through the small hamlet of Solitaire. Our campsite at Sesriem, situated in close proximity to the Naukluft Mountain Range, is reached by driving through the Namib Desert. Upon our arrival in the late afternoon, we extend our legs and observe the expansive arid landscapes that surround us before embarking on a stroll. We walk into the nearby Naukluft mountains and gaze out at the vast Namib Desert, which is characterized by its intense colors and shifting shadows, as the sun sets.

The guide prepares dinner for us at the camp, and we gaze at the star-studded desert heavens. Permanent tents with en-suite toilets are furnished with adobe and canvas.

Day 2: Sesriem & Sossusvlei Dunes, Namib Nauklauft Park

We are up before the dawn, arriving at the entrance to the Namib-Naukluft National Park in time for sunrise. Lunch and dinner will be provided.

We observe the arid landscape as the sun illuminates it as we drive through the national park, observing the changing colors. At the parking area, we transition to the 4×4 shuttle for the final leg to the renowned Sossusvlei Dunes. We are afforded the opportunity to appreciate the orange-red dunes in the mild morning light upon our arrival at the striking dunes early in the day. This is one of Namibia’s most remarkable features, featuring tall ochre dunes and striking contrasts under expansive skies. While strolling through Sossusvlei, you will be enveloped by some of the world’s tallest sand dunes.

We continue our journey from Sossusvlei to the adjacent Dead Vlei, which is also located within the Namib-Naukluft Park. Dead Vlei is a white, clay pan that is dotted with dead trees, which are in striking contrast to the sun-bleached earth and red-orange dunes that surround the dry pan. You have the option of returning to the vehicle or boarding the 4×4 shuttle after viewing this peculiar and photogenic desert highlight. This is followed by a halt at Dune 45, the most renowned landmark dune. You have the opportunity to ascend the dune and take in the breathtaking views of the desert, or you can unwind at the base of this emblematic peak.

The desert adventure proceeds from the renowned dunes to Sesriem Canyon. We embark on a journey through this narrow canyon, where the precipitous walls are adorned with layer upon layer of ancient sedimentary rock. Occasionally, the canyon floor is adorned with pools of water that are sufficiently deep to allow for a refreshing plunge. Departing the Sesriem Canyon, we return to the lodge to witness a breathtaking sunset over the arid plains and hills.

• Accommodation: Accommodation is provided in permanent tents with en-suite toilets or twin share rooms at a lodge located near Sesriem.
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Day 3: Sesriem to Windhoek

In the tranquil desert, awaken and enjoy breakfast at the isolated retreat. Then, we proceed to Solitaire, where we visit the Na’ankuse Namib Conservation Centre to observe cheetahs with the resident biologist. Following our encounter with the cheetah, we ascend to Bullsport and Rehoboth, traversing the plateau and hills to reach Windhoek.

This afternoon, our Namibia Budget Safari to Sossusvlei Dunes concludes in Windhoek, with transportation to the airport, transit station, or your post-safari lodge.

• Meal Plan: Breakfast

Please be advised that the excursion cost includes airport transfers for both arrival and departure.

For those who are departing on the final day of this excursion, we strongly advise booking flights that depart after 17:00 to account for potential road delays.

Accommodation in the Namib Desert

The Namib Desert Camp accommodation utilized during this excursion is situated in close proximity to the settlement of Sesriem, just outside of the Namib Naukluft National Park. The safari may also utilize alternative lodges in the vicinity of Sesriem.

The desert lodge’s chalets provide breathtaking vistas of the Naukluft Mountain range and arid plains. The adobe and canvas tented-rooms are equipped with en-suite toilets, as well as a small balcony and braai areas. Fans, twin beds, a safe, and a sofa are all included in these permanent tents. The accommodations include high-quality linens and additional bedding, as well as slumber couches for children under the age of 12. The resort offers a variety of amenities, such as a bar, satellite television, self-catering kitchens, and alfresco dining areas where your guide prepares meals.

Namibian Tour Vehicles

4-seater: 4-wheel-drive station wagon with air conditioning and seatbelts (window seats guaranteed).
6 and 9-seater: A 4×4 land cruiser with a pop-up roof and individual forward-facing seats that are equipped with lap belts.
Two-wheel drive vehicle with twelve seats The Safari Vehicle is a custom-built vehicle that features 12 forward-facing chairs with lap belts and large drop slide windows. A pop-up roof, a USB port for music, and a charger for cameras, iPods, and mobile phones.
The size of the safari group at the time of departure will determine the style of tour vehicle used for specific departures.

Please be advised that bath towels and sleeping sacks are included, but pool towels are not.
The itinerary is intended to serve as a general guide; however, modifications may be implemented in response to seasonal daylight hours, weather, and/or road conditions.
This Sossusvlei Dunes Safari can be combined with the Etosha Safari to create the Dunes and Wildlife Safari, which is a completely catered safari that includes a night of accommodation in Swakopmund.

Child Policy

• Children are permitted to participate in this excursion.
• The child rates are pertinent to children between the ages of five and eleven who are only sharing accommodations with two adults.

Includes & Excludes

Getting There

The trip will start from Nairobi, Kenya and End in Seychelles . Therefore book flights landing in Nairobi on day one and departing from Seychelles on day 9.

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