The towering dunes of Sossusvlei
Bite-sized trip
Day 1 – Arrival in Sossusvlei
Today you will arrive at one of the most iconic landscapes in Africa, Sossusvlei. To truly immerse yourself in the unique surroundings, you’ll be staying at an eco-friendly desert camp with 360-degree views of the vast desert landscape. Your accommodation is a self-catering lodge, including a kitchenette and barbeque area, with the bonus of a swimming pool. You will need to pick up food supplies on the way, so you can rustle up dinner tonight, and sit down to eat with the sounds of the desert around you.
Day 2 – Exploring the dunes and wine-tasting
If you want to experience the Sossusvlei at its best, make sure you are at the entrance before sunrise. It’s an early rise, but the morning sun painting the desert in a deep red glow creates an incredible visual effect that’s well worth the effort. You won’t see the sunrise from the top of the dunes, however, the sunlight on the dunes is a magical sight.
Then spend some time exploring the towering dunes, some of which are the tallest in the world. Watch as the colours switch from deep red and orange to light pink, in striking contrast to the central white clay plan. Between the dunes lies the area named Deadvlei, famous for its bizarrely shaped trees that have been dead for over 900 years but are unable to decompose due to the extreme dryness of the desert. This surreal sight creates a hauntingly beautiful landscape which is one of the most photographed places in the world.
After experiencing the dramatic landscapes of the Sossusvlei, it’s time to relax with a good glass of Namibian wine. Tonight, you’ll be staying on a wine farm. You’ll have a tour of the wine cellar, with lots of tasting opportunities of course! Wine tasting here is a celebration of Namibian hospitality and food, often pairing the drinks with local dishes or snacks.
Day 3 – Departure from Sossusvlei
It’s time to leave the desert behind and move on to your next Namibian destination. If you’re heading north you could visit the German colonial town of Swakopmund and paddle among a colony of seals. Or continue your desert experience and drive east to the famous Kalahari.
Accommodation
For this bite-sized trip we offer the following options
Stargazing in Sossusvlei
