Overview
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert Safari – Namibia
Embark on an evocative journey into the world’s oldest desert, the Namib, with Chaz Tours & Travel. This safari showcases the breathtaking contrasts of Namibia’s arid landscapes, from the white clay pan of Sossusvlei to the towering, sculpted sand dunes of the Namib-Naukluft National Park. The desert may appear harsh and rugged, yet it is a delicate ecosystem teeming with life uniquely adapted to survive in extreme conditions.
Tour Highlights:
- Sossusvlei & Deadvlei: Explore the iconic clay pans framed by some of the world’s tallest sand dunes, offering spectacular photographic opportunities. Sunrise over the dunes creates a magical, ever-changing play of light and shadow.
- Namib-Naukluft National Park: Stay on the edge of this vast desert park, allowing easy access to its highlights. Discover hidden valleys, star-shaped dunes, and the unique desert ecosystem that supports specially adapted wildlife.
- Desert Wildlife: Encounter desert-adapted species such as oryx, springbok, and endemic reptiles. Learn about how life survives in such extreme environments from expert guides.
- Camping & Lodging: Overnight in comfortable desert camps, providing an authentic wilderness experience while still enjoying essential amenities. Sleeping under the vast, star-studded Namib skies is an unforgettable part of the journey.
- Cultural & Scenic Experiences: Witness the stark beauty of the desert and its fragile yet resilient life, gaining insight into Namibia’s natural and cultural heritage.
Included/Excluded
- Full day visit to Sossusvlei, Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon and Dead Vlei
- Tea & coffee in camp
- All camping equipment
- Tap drinking water
- 3 Meals Per Day included while on safari
- All ground transportation in A 4×4 safari vehicle
- Round trip transport
- Multi-lingual Professional Safari Guide/ Driver
- All applicable Game Park Entrance Fees
- Sleeping bag (can be hired)
- Personal and Luggage insurance
- Additional activities not included in the itinerary
- Beverages and Alcoholic drinks
- Meals not included in the itinerary
- Alcoholic drinks and beverages not included in meal plans
- Personal Toiletries
- Personal Expenses
Tour Plan
Windhoek – Namib Desert Camp (350 km) (LD) (camping)
You will be picked between 08:00 & 08:30 We travel out over the Eros Mountains and along scenic roads, on our way south-west to the desert. We also pass over part of the Naukluft Mountains the Khomas Hochland range on our journey today and head down from Namibia’s central plateau by way of the beautiful Remhoogte Pass. Coming out of the mountains we reach open plains and from here it is only a short distance to our next stop, the tiny town of Solitaire. We will stop here for some refreshments before continuing on through desert scenery. We cross some open grass savannah and farmlands before the terrain begins to give way to the immense red sand dune desert of the Namib. We aim to arrive at our camp during the late afternoon and watch the colours glow and change on distant mountains to the east.
A pre dawn start is essential this morning as we want to catch the soft light of the sunrise on the desert as we drive in. We will arrive at the entrance to the dunes on sunrise and then travel through the dune field as the sun is coming up. The light casts strong contrasts of colour on the edges of the dunes and offers stunning views from the dry river bed you travel through. We reach Sossusvlei itself by walking the last 5 km through the dunes. The walk is like nothing else, enjoying the changing light and coolness of the morning. Ancient mineral pans, stunted camel thorn trees and the chance of seeing a gemsbok or maybe an ostrich make the photo opportunities perfect. We spend the morning in and around Sossusvlei, also visiting dune 45, and as the day wears on we return to Sesriem for lunch to escape the heat of the afternoon. As the day cools off in the late afternoon we will take a short excursion to the Sesriem Canyon.
After breakfast we begin our journey, over the mountains and along scenic roads, back to Windhoek. We will travel back by different roads, this time climbing up to Windhoek and travelling by way of the massive Gamsberg Pass in the Khomas Hochland Mountain Range on our way back to civilization. We are due back into the city around 16:00 and you will be dropped off at your accommodation on our return.
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