Towering red dunes, Deadvlei and the oldest desert on earth.
Sossusvlei is a clay pan deep in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, ringed by some of the tallest red dunes on earth. Climb Big Daddy or Dune 45 at sunrise, then walk out to Deadvlei, where dead camel thorn trees stand on a white clay floor.
The places and experiences not to miss here. All highlights
A white clay pan of dead camel thorn trees ringed by giant red dunes.
The most photographed dune in the Namib, and a classic sunrise climb.
One of the tallest dunes in the Sossusvlei area, with Deadvlei at its foot.
A narrow gorge carved by the Tsauchab River, at the gateway to Sossusvlei.
Some of the darkest skies on earth, far from any city lights.
Sample itineraries we have built around Sossusvlei. Each one is a starting point that we reshape around your dates and pace.
The camps and lodges in our Sossusvlei itineraries. We will suggest the right one for your budget and style.
A vast private reserve with desert wildlife and famously dark skies.
Red dune ridges, golden grass and big skies, an easy first night from Windhoek.
One of the largest canyons on earth, best seen from the rim at sunset.
A colonial harbour town and the Kolmanskop ghost town in the dunes.
Tell us your dates, who is coming and what you would like to see. A safari specialist in Namibia replies personally with a route to react to.
Every Secret Namibia safari begins with a private Safari Concierge consultation. We set aside 30 minutes; most travellers have everything they need in 5 to 10.
