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Deadvlei In Sossusvlei Istock 451417053 Credit Focus On Nature
Deadvlei In Sossusvlei Istock 451417053 Credit Focus On Nature
Iconic red sand dunes and thriving thousand-year-old plants

Sossusvlei

The giant red dunes of Sossusvlei are a quintessential sight on a Namibia safari. Landscapes here are surreal, with multicoloured sand formations and dramatic canyons, along with a surprising array of plant and animal life. The giant red dunes of Sossusvlei are a quintessential sight on a Namibia safari. Landscapes here are surreal, with multicoloured sand formations and dramatic canyons, along with a surprising array of plant and animal life.
Why Sossusvlei?
Desert life isn’t easy, so the animals you’ll see in Sossusvlei – just a small part of the vast Namib Naukluft National Park – have adapted over centuries to the unforgiving conditions. Reptiles are prevalent, but the area is also populated with the likes of ostrich, brown and spotted hyena and porcupine.

Sossusvlei’s awe-inspiring landscapes make this a perfect place for hot air balloon rides, sandboarding and quadbiking. If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, hiking and guided nature walks are a terrific way to take in the scenery. Sossusvlei is equally impressive at night, with ultra-dark skies that are perfect for stargazing and astrophotography whether you opt for a luxurious desert lodge or a mobile camping experience.
  • Immense, multicoloured dunescapes sculpted by everchanging winds.
  • Access to the greater Namib Naukluft National Park.
  • Abundant activities including hot air balloon rides and sandboarding.
  • Hike with a desert specialist guide to uncover unique animals and plants.
  • Fly in or out or include Sossusvlei as part of an overland safari.
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