Namibia · SOSSUSVLEI DESERT SAFARIS
Sossusvlei is a long way from anywhere, which is why almost none of these are day trips. The 15 below range from a three-day budget camping run to a fully accommodated week, compared on what the nights look like, how early you reach Deadvlei and what the price actually covers.
Review of the 3 Day Sossusvlei Budget Camping Safari from Windhoek to Swakopmund, with dunes, Deadvlei, meals, costs, and practical tips.
“I recently had a good camping experience. The location was stunning, with breathtaking views, especially after trekking two dunes, including the iconic Big Daddy. The hikes were challenging but incredibly rewarding, offering panoramic vistas Read more”
Review of a 7-day Namibia camping safari from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, Kolmanskop, Fish River Canyon, and the Quiver Tree Forest.
“Our guide and driver, Simon, was very knowledgeable, courteous and considerate. He knows a lot about wildlife, geology, and Namibian history. He's also a decent cook.”
Review the 4-day Swakopmund and Sossusvlei tour from Windhoek, with red dunes, flamingos, cheetahs, meals, guides, and practical tips.
“I find it somewhat difficult to review this tour because the day in the red dunes was definitely one of the best days of my life. However, overall, I was left with a sad pang of regret at what could have been if I had dared to do the tour by myself rRead more”
Explore Namibia’s Etosha, Skeleton Coast and Sossusvlei on a nine-day camping and lodge safari with wildlife, Himba culture and dunes.
“Chameleon was an excellent tour operator, highly recommended for the following reasons:”
Review of a 3-day Sossusvlei safari from Swakopmund, with Dune 45, Deadvlei, desert camping, cheetahs, meals, and practical tips.
“It's an incredible experience. Gregg was very patient and nice during all the tour. We completed the scheduled on time.”
Review of a 5-day Namibia photography tour from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, Sandwich Harbour, Swakopmund, Cape Cross, and back.
“Had a great experience. Great communications, excellent service. Would STRONGLY recommend to any friends travelling to Namibia.”
Review of a 2-day Sossusvlei tour from Swakopmund, with Moon Mountain camping, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, meals, guides, and practical tips.
“Our guide, Winston picked us up promptly from our guest house in swakopmund, gave us a brief review of day’s activities. We selected our lunch at a local grocery store”shop” then drove out east into the desert. We were introduced to various lichen, the welwichia plant, caRead more”
Review of a private 3-day Sossusvlei tour from Windhoek, with red dunes, Deadvlei, Sesriem Canyon, meals, lodging, and practical tips.
“Amazing diverse landscape with a knowledgeable and professional guide made this a memorable tour. Highlight was seeing a pride of 11 lions in Etosha nature reserve. From the jaw dropping landscape to enthralling dune 4x4 racing to the luxurious African sundowners eating great food outside under the stars.”
Review of a 2-day Windhoek to Sossusvlei safari with Dune 45 sunrise, Dead Vlei, canyon views, lodging, meals, and practical tips.
“Cliff picked me up on time and we set off. On the first day we arrived at Elegant Desert Lodge where we spent the afternoon by the pool. In the evening we had a delicious dinner and Cliff looked after my well-being the whole time. The next morning we had breakfast and set off on our programme to Sossusvlei. After all the attractions Cliff chose the way back to Windhoek with its fabulous scenery and during the whole journey he helped me take some great photos and we got on really well. Thank you very much for a great time.”
Review of a 3-day Namibia camping trip from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, and Sandwich Harbour, with dunes, wildlife, meals, and practical tips.
“This was an excellent tour. Leonard was a great guide and he was knowledgable, helpful, punctual and funny. He was also easygoing and accomodating. Some of the trip is long car rides, but they are fine as he was a great driver. I would book this tour again in a heartbeat!”
Review of a 3-day budget camping safari from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, with Dune 45 sunrise, Deadvlei, meals, camping, and practical tips.
“We had an incredible three-day safari camping trip to the Sossusvlei, all thanks to our amazing guide, Simon. His knowledge of the landscape and wildlife made the experience unforgettable. From stunning sunset views, cooking together to spotting rare animals, Simon Read more”
Review of a 14-hour Sossusvlei day trip from Windhoek, Swakopmund, or Walvis Bay, with Dune 45, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, and Sesriem Canyon.
Review of Namibia’s five-day Sossusvlei and Swakopmund tour, with Deadvlei, Dune 45, Sandwich Harbour, shuttles, costs, and practical tips.
“We are so truly greatful to Helena and Victoria for the wonderful tour! Picturesque views of the dunes and the ocean were absolutely stunning. A special thank-you to the organizers and to our guide for their personal and caring attitude:) Everything was more than convenient! A little hint from us to those who'd like to go to the ocean: don't forget your warm clothes! It can be really freezing!”
Review of the 3-day Sossusvlei tour from Swakopmund, with Moon Landscape, Welwitschia Plains, dune walks, meals, lodging, and practical tips.
“We 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 Read more”
Review of Quest Tours’ 3-day Sossusvlei camping safari, with Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon, meals, costs, and tips.
“It was super great experience. We could always use mobile wifi and air conditioner in the car so it’s very comfortable. First day we stayed at campsite it’s very clean but a lot of insects were coming in the night so lf you really hate insects, l recoRead more”
Pick a coastline, a dune belt or a waterhole.
