Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei is a mesmerising salt and clay pan, renowned for its towering red dunes, some of the highest in the world.

Nestled within the Namib-Naukluft National Park, these iconic dunes, sculpted by the wind over millennia, create a surreal landscape that is both hauntingly beautiful and awe-inspiring. The area is also home to a variety of desert-adapted wildlife, including oryx, springbok, and ostrich, which have evolved to thrive in this harsh but captivating environment.

One of the main attractions in Sossusvlei is Deadvlei, a white clay pan dotted with ancient, skeletal acacia trees. This otherworldly sight, set against the backdrop of the red dunes, is a photographer's paradise. Visitors can also explore the Sesriem Canyon, a narrow gorge carved by the Tsauchab River, or climb Dune 45, one of the most accessible and popular dunes in the area. For those seeking a bird's-eye view, hot air balloon rides offer a breathtaking perspective of the vast desert landscape.

The Sossusvlei area is a natural wonder and a place of cultural significance. The Topnaar people, one of the oldest indigenous communities in Namibia, have inhabited the region for centuries. Their traditional way of life, which revolves around harvesting the !nara (not a typo!) melon, is deeply intertwined with the desert environment.

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Namibia Under Canvas (Guided Safari)

This 12-day guided private Safari is the ultimate immersive Namibia experience taking in Ongava Private Reserve, Etosha National Park, Damaraland, Namib Tsaris Conservancy and Sossusvlei, and promises sightings of the amazingly adapted wildlife in these areas and breathtaking scenery.

North Namibian (Self-Drive)

This 8-day itinerary takes in probably the best driving routes in Namibia and includes extraordinary scenery, exceptional wildlife in Etosha National Park, the remarkable beauty of Damaraland, Sossusvlei dunes, ancient Rock Art and the opportunity to explore Swakopmund and the dramatic Skeleton Coast.

Namibia Self-Drive Discovery

A 13-day Namibian discovery tour including Sossusvlei, the Skeleton Coast, and Damaraland, go black Rhino spotting and be amazed at the wildlife around Etosha National Park - all by self-drive and staying in a super collection of lodges along the way.

Ultimate Namibia (Guided Safari)

This 11-day fully guided private Safari is packed with sights, wildlife and activities like hiking up dunes and to ancient Rock Art sites, kayaking with seals and dolphins, game drives in Etosha, wild cat sanctuary visits and much more!

Namibia Highlights (Guided Tour)

This exciting, guided 10-day guided tour is an activity-packed adventure through Namibia's diverse scenery and wilderness, from the red dunes, and charming coastal towns, to some of Namibia’s best wildlife in Etosha.

From £2,610 / €3,095 per person (2 sharing)

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Best of Namibia (Self Drive)

This 13-day itinerary explores Namibia's vast open spaces, from Sossusvlei's dune landscapes, through the ephemeral riverbeds of Damaraland, Game Drives in Etosha National Park, along the Skeleton Coast and on to visiting other highlights of this fascinating land. The tour starts and ends in Windhoek, making it easy to combine with other destinations, like Cape Town, Johannesburg and Botswana.

From £2,625 / €3,120 per person (2 people sharing)

Excludes flights

Places to Stay

Dead Valley Lodge

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Desert Homestead Lodge

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