Namibia has always been a destination par excellence for discerning guests in search of the ultimate southern African safari. From the barren coastline to the lush Caprivi, Namibia is a fascinating destination for adventurous travelers.
The country stands out for its vast open spaces, fascinating wildlife, ancient history and warm hospitality. Yet among all these incredible options, Sossusvlei is one that you need to tick off your list first.
Sossusvlei Has it All
This part of the world is an ancient land with no shortage of incredible things to see and do.
These include:
- Standing on the sands of a 55 million-year-old desert, the world’s oldest.
- Discovering incredible desert-adapted plants, insects and animals.
- Photographing one of the world’s most striking scenes – the 900-year old fossilized trees of the Deadvlei.
- A climb to the top of Big Daddy and Dune 45, some of the world’s highest dunes.
- Tracking down the mysterious fairy circles among the sparse vegetation.
- Discovering hidden caves secluded in the rocky hills and filled with ancient San art.
- Gazing at blazing sunsets under clear, cloudless skies.
- Taking time to admire the celestial riches of this internationally acclaimed Dark Sky destination.
If you thought the desert was a boring destination, Sossusvlei will prove you wrong time and time again. No day is ever the same among these timeless shifting sands.
Luxury Among the Desolation
Sossusvlei might be a harsh environment for fauna and flora, but there’s a surprising amount of luxury lurking in the surrounding areas. Plush accommodation and top-notch hospitality await on the outskirts of this vast wonderland.
You’ll also find a host of exciting activities on offer at these high-end lodges, like the newly refurbished Little Kulala and the exquisite Sossusvlei Desert Lodge. Activities include:
- Sunrise breakfasts and brunches in the great outdoors
- Gin stops
- Self-guided walking trails
- Guided 4x4 safaris
- Hot air ballooning
- Quad-biking
- Night walks and drives to see scorpions in UV light
You can expect to encounter Namibia’s most fascinating creatures, large and small during a visit here. Stately oryx, graceful springbok, and abundant birds are just some of the natural treasures that await you in the Sossusvlei.
When night falls, you could encounter some of Africa’s least-seen species like aardvark and bat-eared foxes.
Book Your Namibian Safari Today
It’s easy to see why the Sossusvlei is one of Namibia’s most highly sought-after stopovers.
Book your luxury Namibian safari now to avoid disappointment.
