3-Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure in Namibia from Swakopmund
Overview
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72 hours
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We drive through the Moon Landscape, see the Welwitschia Plants, literally adding a day tour to this tour , En-route to
Sossusvlei. We offer luxury accommodation with the most spectacular sunsets and sunrises, stargazing and endless desert views. The private pool is welcomed after a hot day. Time is taken to enjoy and absorb the beauty of Sossusvlei. Knowledgeable guides, air conditioned vehicles, safe health procedures and plenty of information. An unforgettable high-end experience.
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Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please note German guides are limited and we do not have the capacity to give everyone a German guide, These will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Please note we can not guarantee a German guide on every tour!!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch en route, dinner, bed and breakfast, all inclusive
Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Swakopmund, Moon landscape, Welwitschia Plants, Solitaire Moon Mountain Luxury tented Camp
Accommodations
Moon Mountain Luxury Tented Camp Dinner Bed and Breakfast, all included, per person sharing. private pool, & bathroom
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Light Lunch cooldrinks, water, Juice and good Beer
DINNER
Dinner
Traditional Namibian BBQ dinner, pastas and salads. Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
After leaving Swakopmund , at 10h00, we stop over at the Lichen Fields and learn about Desert Fauna and Flora. We drive over the gravel plains to The Moonlandscape and view the 400 million year old area. We see the gravel plains, dolomite rocks and lava dykes. Its really like being on the moon. Listen to the quietness, see endlessly far and feel as if you are on another planet
Welwitschia Plains
We continue through the Desert, discussing Mining and desert research on our way to the Welwitschia Plains. here we stop and learn about this age old Desert plant that really only has 2 leaves coming out of the stem, there are male and Female plants and the interesting little bugs that pollinate them. We then drive through the Namib Nauklufft park , hopefully find desert animals, like Oryx , Springbuck or Ostriches. on our way to Solitaire. En-route we will have a light lunch in the Namib desert and see Namibia's amazing geology. We learn about the larva flow era, mountain building era and the forming of the escarpment. A continuously varying and very interesting desert.
Solitaire a tiny desert Service station where we stop to refuel. You can try their famous apple pie? a nice surprise out here in the desert. From here we travel for about 1/2 an Hour to Moon Mountain luxury Tented camp where we will be staying. Enjoy the breathtaking views, sunsets, and the refreshing private pool . Each unit has its own bath room and double beds. We have view the sunset and the amazingly clear starry sky
Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45, Elim Dune, Sesriem relaxing at Lodge
Accommodations
Moon mountain luxury tented camp, OR ANY OTHER Lodge of the same price if this is fully booked.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Breakfast is included with the accommodation
LUNCH
Lunch
we pack a light lunch from the breakfast table
DINNER
Dinner
The lodge offers Dinner, normally 3 course. We cater for vegetarians and vegans please advise us on booking
After an early breakfast we pack a light lunch and before it gets to hot, leave for Deadvlei. Here the 2km dune walk is taken to view old thorn trees that died hundreds of years ago and look like yesteryear. The fit can challenge Big Daddy at 380m one of the highest dunes in the world. Take water , sunscreen, a hat and good walking shoes along. Its at your own risk. We then drive to Sossusvlei , for Photos, a walk and a rest under the huge camelthorn trees. Its normally very hot in the Desert and care must betaken for heat exhaustion and dehydration. We leave for Dune 45, Dune 40 AND Elim Dune
Dune 45
We stop at Dune 45 and take Photos or walk up the dune, most are exhausted after the earlier dune walk.
Elim Dunes
We stop at Elim Dune, take photos and view the Oryx and Springbuck, maybe find a lonely Ostrich. Then head onto Sesriem canyon
Sesriem Canyon
Next we stop at Sesriem Canyon, go for a short walk and explore this wonder in the desert. An old river bed, eroded deep down , some places 10m and sometimes with a trickle of water. When first discovered in 1908 the farmers had to use 6 cattle thongs tied together to get water out for the cattle. Hence the Afrikaans name, SESRIEM, translated meaning 6 thongs. We leave the Park at midday , once completed, and go and enjoy the cool splash pool at our lodge
After viewing Sesriem and the deep gorges we make our way to our luxury tented Camp, where a cool pool is awaiting you. The dune walk has made you hot and sticky and the cool blue pool is inviting. Relax until the Dinner is ready. The amazing sunset with endless views lets you relax Please note we reserve the right to use another Lodge of this one is fully booked.
Moon Mountain Lodge to Swakopmund
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Solitaire
After checking out at our Accommodation we leave for Solitaire to refuel before taking the desert road back to Swakopmund
Swakopmund
our drive through the desert is about 4 hours to Swakopmund . We drop you off at your location
Options
3-Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure in Namibia from Swakopmund
Pickup included
Sossusvlei from to Windhoek
Moon Mountain Lodge or similar
All Board and Lodging included
Land Cruiser or Minibus
Pickup included
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Breathtaking tour with incredible guide Winton!!
E1398GTmelanieb,
Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00How do I narrow down all of the great opinions I have of this incredible tour experience. I would like to firstly thank WINTON for the warm open armed welcome in Swakopmund. He was incredibly informative about the vast things we saw in Soussusvlei and Sandharbour (absolutely idyllic landscapes)Anything we questioned, he answered. He waited patiently if we requested to stop for pictures and when nature called. Was up for anything we wanted to do (Dune 45 and the attempt of Big daddy dune) and I can’t forget to mention his humour. This tour was absolutely mesmerising and I will never forget the sentimental memory Namibia created. I would very much recommend to anyone! Winton, you are best (if you’re reading) Forte too degrees!!! 🥵🥵🥵
Beautiful tour with amazing guide Winton 🚀
R2775NSjob,
Mar 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This company was so helpful in organising a (very last minute) Soussesvlei tour. From the accommodation they booked to the places and animals we saw, it was all incredible. A special thank you to Winton, our guide, who was so knowledgeable, kind, and most importantly hilariously good fun. He showed us so much that other tourists no doubt would've missed out on :) We loved the tour so much that we also did the Sandwich harbour tour which is an absolute must-see. Thank you Winton!!!
Great experience and perfectly organised
Boban P,
Feb 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great tour guide, Viktor, who was very knowledgeable and willing to tell us a lot about the desert, rocks, minerals, plants and animals. He had a great sense of knowing when to explain more and when we needed more time to indulge in the scenery. The lodge we stayed was incredible. We overlooked the desert from a hill, three sides open and the night sky was breathtaking. I think the tour could have been done in two days because the last day is basically just about driving back and we could have done this the day before as we would not climb severally dunes in a day. I think this way you could save some time or visit other parts of this beautiful country.
Amazing tour, don't hesitate to book!
Samantha D,
Apr 2, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the most amazing trip to Sossusvlei with Uwe as our guide. We really enjoyed all the knowledge he shared with us about Namibia and the desert. We learned there is so much more life in the desert than it seems! The drive was comfortable and Uwe was happy to stop anywhere we wanted for photos. The lodge was lovely, the staff was friendly and accommodating, and the food was great (3 courses each night for dinner!) The rooms are great and the cold plunge pool was welcomed after the hot day in the desert. This tour was everything we hoped and more.
Fantastic and inspiring tour through Sossusvlei
Z8964UBjamiea,
Jun 30, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Uwe is an amazing guide! Your drive, adventures and explorations will be catered to your interests and needs and filled with engaging stories and information about Namibian history, wildlife, society and the fascinating geology. Whether guiding groups or solo travelers he will do all he can to make sure you get the trip you dreamed of. He is also one of few who will take on solo travers, even last minute, on these tours because he wants to share the beauty of this country with all who visit. His love for this beautiful, unique country shines through and inspires, making a stunning trip to Sossusvlei even more spectacular. I can’t wait to come back!
From ZAR 14,995.00
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