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Dunes in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia.

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Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei is the red dunes of the Namib. Sunrise on the big dunes, and the white clay pan of Deadvlei, are the morning people come for.

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Dunes in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia.
Camel Thorn Tree ( Acacia erioloba ) in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa.
Panorama looking South at Sossusvlei, Namib desert, Namibia.
Jetty, Swakopmund, Namibia
Jetty, Swakopmund, Namibia

Visiting Sossusvlei

Climb the world's tallest sand dunes on a Sossusvlei safari & see the Namib Desert unfold before you - huge views, dramatic photography & amazing accommodation.

Camel Thorn Tree ( Acacia erioloba ) in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa.

  • Experience the surreal beauty of Namibia’s ancient desert

    Camel Thorn Tree ( Acacia erioloba ) in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa.

    With their clean-lined, curving slopes rising up to a remarkable 300m, the immense, rich-ochre sand dunes at Sossusvlei are one of the most astonishing sights in the world. Set at the heart of the Namib Naukluft National Park, the dunes surround several dry pans or vleis that fill up on the rare occasions that enough rain falls. Most of the time however Sossusvlei and its slightly less famous neighbour Deadvlei are bone dry.

  • The Sossusvlei Desert Safari Experience

    Dunes in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia.

    A Sossusvlei safari is one of Namibia’s top travel experiences: the desert colours are simply amazing and the opportunities for photography are plentiful, especially at dawn and sunset. You can even go up the dunes yourself: not far from the entry gate to the park is Dune 45, a much-photographed and often-climbed dune. Kick off your shoes and make your way to the top for huge views over the ocean of red Namib sand.

    Included in just about every one of our Namibia safaris, these magnificent dunes are equally accessible to those on a Namibia self-drive holiday. There is plenty of excellent accommodation in the area although note that there is none at Sossusvlei itself. Self-drivers should further note that although a 2WD vehicle will take them most of the way to Sossusvlei, a 4X4 is needed to go all the way. For the final few kilometres, a 4WD shuttle is however available.

  • Staying Near Sossusvlei

    Panorama looking South at Sossusvlei, Namib desert, Namibia.

    Many lodges are scattered on the border of the Namib Naukluft National Park, often in private conservation concessions which means that they can offer game drives and interpretive nature walks along with visits to the dunes. Other activities in the area include hot-air balloon safaris, stargazing evenings and horse-back adventures.

    Ready for an awe-inspiring Namibia desert experience? Speak to an African Safari Expert to plan your Sossusvlei adventure, getting expert help with itineraries, lodges, and trip preparation.

  • What travellers most enjoyed about Sossusvlei

    • Hot air ballooning

    • Scenery

    • Self-drive

    • Walking safaris

    • Wildlife and safari

Where to go

When to go

  • Dunes in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia.

    April to September

    Clear, dry, and cold at dawn. The classic photography months.

  • Camel Thorn Tree ( Acacia erioloba ) in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa.

    October to March

    Hot. Midday on the dune is serious. Start early and carry water.

Travel advice

  • Camel Thorn Tree ( Acacia erioloba ) in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa.

    The climb

    Big Daddy is a real walk in soft sand. You can see Deadvlei without summiting. Say which you want.

  • Jetty, Swakopmund, Namibia

    Health

    The dune belt is not the malaria risk that Etosha is. Ask a clinic if the same trip includes the north.

Sossusvlei Tours & Safaris

♀ Red-headed Finch , at Sossusvlei, Namib desert, Namibia

If you’re looking for a tour or holiday in Sossuvlei, look no further than our selection of fly-in desert trips, luxury desert honeymoons and family-friendly self-drives. Not only will you witness the tallest sand dunes in the world but Sossusvlei tours and safaris embrace a part of Namibia enjoys a variety of accommodation options.

  • Recommended Sossusvlei Tours & Safari Holidays

    Dunes in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia.
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    Visit a traditional Himba village. See the ‘fairy circles' of Marianfluss.

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    From KSh1,552,000 to KSh2,508,770 pps
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      Namibia's Road Trip & Fly-In Sossusvlei

      12 days
      Highlights

      Go on a big game safari in Etosha Park. Climb the world's highest sand dunes.

      Destinations visited
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    From KSh865,900 to KSh927,565 pps
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    Go on a big game safari in Etosha Park. Climb the world's highest sand dunes.

    Destinations visited
    • From KSh778,920 to KSh864,600 pps
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      Namibia Sossusvlei, Damaraland & Etosha Self-Drive

      15 days
      Highlights

      Experience Namibia at your own pace. Explore the dunes of Sossusvlei.

      Destinations visited
      Damaraland Etosha Namibia Sossusvlei Swakopmund
    From KSh778,920 to KSh864,600 pps
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    Experience Namibia at your own pace. Explore the dunes of Sossusvlei.

    Destinations visited
    • From KSh445,930 to KSh484,880 pps
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      Namibia, Etosha and Damaraland Self Drive

      11 days
      Highlights

      Family-friendly accommodation. Visit the salt pans & game in Etosha.

      Destinations visited
      Damaraland Etosha Namibia Swakopmund Windhoek
    From KSh445,930 to KSh484,880 pps
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    Family-friendly accommodation. Visit the salt pans & game in Etosha.

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      Botswana, Zimbabwe & Namibia

      17 days This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to an Ecosystem initiative
      Highlights

      Experience the excitement of Victoria Falls. Drift along the Okavango in a mokoro.

      Destinations visited
      Botswana Damaraland Etosha Namibia Okavango Delta
    From KSh1,556,540 to KSh2,030,385 pps
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    Experience the excitement of Victoria Falls. Drift along the Okavango in a mokoro.

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      Namibia Family Self-Drive

      10 days
      Highlights

      Self-drive Namibia at your own pace. Marvel at millions of stars in Damaraland.

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    • From KSh3,107,240 pps
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      Namibia Wildlife, Himbas & Dunes

      10 days
      Highlights

      Visit a traditional Himba village. See the ‘fairy circles' of Marianfluss.

      Destinations visited
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    From KSh3,107,240 pps
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    Visit a traditional Himba village. See the ‘fairy circles' of Marianfluss.

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      Namibia Desert & Community Safari

      10 days This safari is a Trip With A Purpose
      Highlights

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      Enjoy the timeless elegance on Rovos Rail. Watch the changing Southern African landscape.

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    Enjoy the timeless elegance on Rovos Rail. Watch the changing Southern African landscape.

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Popular tours and safaris in Sossusvlei

Priced itineraries that pass through this place. Nights can still change when the quote is drawn up. Nothing is paid until you accept it.

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    Namibia's Desert Flying Safari
    13Kwessi Dunes Bedroom exteriors and oryx7 days

    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives on each full day on safari. Park and permit fees for the places on this route.

    Destinations visited

    Namib Desert | Namibia | Skeleton Coast

  • Ask for the rate

    Journey Through Northern Namibia
    13Safarihoek Accommodation Swimming Pool 17 days

    Highlights

    A rhino outing where this itinerary includes one. Morning and afternoon game drives.

    Destinations visited

    Etosha | Kaokoveld | Namibia | Skeleton Coast

  • From KSh1,213,355 to KSh1,872,942 pps

    Namibia's Sossusvlei, Damaraland & Kunene Fly-In
    Little Kulala 27 days

    Highlights

    Time on foot with a guide.

    Destinations visited

    Damaraland | Namibia | Sossusvlei

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    Guided Namibia 4x4 Safari
    Kulala desert lodge baloonsafari19 days

    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives on each full day on safari. Park and permit fees for the places on this route.

    Destinations visited

    Damaraland | Etosha | Namibia | Sossusvlei | Swakopmund

  • From KSh1,552,237 to KSh2,509,158 pps

    Namibia Desert & Community Safari
    Wilderness Little Kulala10 days

    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives on each full day on safari. Park and permit fees for the places on this route.

    Destinations visited

    Damaraland | Kaokoveld | Namibia | Sossusvlei

  • From KSh3,107,720 pps

    Namibia Wildlife, Himbas & Dunes
    Onguma The Fort view of waterhole at night10 days

    Highlights

    A visit with a local community.

    Destinations visited

    Damaraland | Etosha | Namibia | Sossusvlei | Windhoek

  • From KSh1,557,431 pps

    Namibia's Etosha, Damaraland & Sossusvlei Fly-In
    Day1 oliveGrove110 days

    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives on each full day on safari. Park and permit fees for the places on this route.

    Destinations visited

    Damaraland | Etosha | Namibia | Sossusvlei

  • From KSh483,654 to KSh636,865 pps

    Namibia Family Self-Drive
    Okonjima Plains Camp plainscamp xenia design photog 51 110 days

    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives on each full day on safari. Park and permit fees for the places on this route.

    Destinations visited

    Damaraland | Etosha | Namibia | Sossusvlei | Swakopmund

Where To Stay in Sossusvlei

Camel Thorn Tree ( Acacia erioloba ) in Sossusvlei region, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa.

Accommodation in Sossusvlei ranges from luxury lodges to romantic tented camps, enough to suit all tastes, budgets and trip types. If you’re looking for a unique African safari honeymoon or desert adventure, our selection of Sossusvlei accommodation is sure to inspire you and will make planning your Namibia holiday so much simpler.

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Sossusvlei stays

4 stays. The rate is per person sharing.

  • From KSh483,654 to KSh866,033 pps

    Kulala Desert Lodge

    Kulala desert lodge exterior main areaSossusvlei, Namibia

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Night drives | Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Historical tours | Bird watching | Hot air ballooning

  • From KSh1,213,355 to KSh1,552,237 pps

    Little Kulala Lodge

    Wilderness Little KulalaSossusvlei, Namibia

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Specialist guides | Cultural visits | Star gazing | Bird watching | Picnics

  • From KSh1,557,431 to KSh3,107,720 pps

    Sossusvlei Desert Lodge

    Sossusvlei Desert Lodge guest suite andbeyond sossusvlei2Sossusvlei, Namibia

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Guided walking safaris | Hiking | Hot air ballooning | Night drives | Game drives | Specialist guides

  • From KSh779,040 to KSh2,149,501 pps

    Sossusvlei Lodge

    Sossusvlei lodge1Sossusvlei, Namibia

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Night drives | Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Star gazing | Bush dining | Bird watching

Costs

A Sossusvlei lodge is a desert-hotel price, usually below a northern Botswana camp and above a simple guesthouse.

The scenic flight over the dunes is an extra. Sample Namibia trips are the guide. The car and the international flights need to be on the quote.