Private Tour

3 Days Sossusvlei Guided Private Tour

Overview

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German

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72 hours

Mobile ticket

Spend 3 days/2 nights exploring the heart of the Namib Desert; the oldest desert in the world, with a local and knowledgeable Namibian guide. You will visit the area of Sossusvlei, which is a salt and clay pan surrounded by high red dunes.

You will as well get a chance to visit Dune 45, en route to Deadvlei. Dune 45 is named for its proximity to Sesriem Gate, as it is situated 45km from the gate, along a paved road.

You will visit Sesriem Canyon. about 4 km from Sesriem gate, which is the second most important tourist attraction in the area after Sossusvlei. It is a natural canyon carved by the Tsauchab river in the local sedimentary rock, about one kilometer long and up to 30 meters (100 ft.) deep. The name Sesriem is Afrikaans and means "six rawhide thongs", given by settlers on the Dorsland Trek, who had to join six such thongs in order for a bucket to reach the water.

This tour offers the best value options and it is starting in Windhoek and ending back in Windhoek.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Airport Transfer

Air Conditioned Vehicle

2 nights accommodation in Sossusvlei

Activities - Sossusvlei Excursion, Dune 45, Deadvlei, Sesriem Canyon

Park Entrance Fees

Guide/Driver Services

Drinks

Flights

Anything not mentioned under the inclusions

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Hilton Windhoek

Rev. Michael Scott St, Windhoek Namibia

Hosea Kutako Intl Airport

Windhoek Namibia

What To Expect

Day 1

Windhoek; Pick up Day

Accommodations

Overnight at Elegant Desert Lodge or Similar Lodge

Food and Drinks

DINNER

Dinner

Windhoek

Our guide will meet you at the airport or any hotel of your choice, and you will begin your tour journey to Sossusvlei.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Day 2

Sossusvlei

Accommodations

Overnight at Elegant Desert Lodge or Similar lodge

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

DINNER

Dinner

Deadvlei

After a visit at Dune 45, you will continue your drive to Big Daddy dunes. This is the Continuing on to the tarred road (around 55kms) and drive for yet another 5 km into the Sossusvlei area to appreciate the beauty of this place in early morning light and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the region. You will explore this unique area on foot before heading into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever-changing colours before driving back.

4 hours • Admission Included

Day 3

Sossusvlei - Windhoek

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Today after breakfast, you will drive back to Windhoek. En route, you will visit the town of Solitare, a small settlement near the Namib-Naukluft National Park, which currently only features the gasoline station, bakery, cafe. You may try the famous apple pie. On way, you will use the scenic road of Spreetshoogte Pass. Spreetshoogte Pass (Afrikaans: Spreetshoogtepas, literally English: Spreeth's Peak Pass) is a mountain pass in central Namibia, connecting the Namib Desert with the Khomas Highland. When you arrive in Windhoek, your guide will drop you off at your hotel (Own cost) or at the airport for your outgoing flight. For those departing today, please make sure that your flight is not departing earlier than 19h00.

Admission Not Applicable

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