3 Days Superior Sossusvlei Namibia Tour from Windhoek
Our 3 Days Superior Sossusvlei Namibia Tour from Windhoek will take you to visit ancient dunes, the spectacular Dead Vlei and the beautiful Sesriem Canyon. Enjoy a sunset drive to the Marble Mountains, where you will observe a variety of wildlife. This tour is also available from Swakopmund at an extra charge.
Your Namibia Tour adventure features luxury accommodation at the exclusive Namib Naukluft Lodge, situated on a private 25,000-hectare nature reserve bordering the Namib-Naukluft National Park. Each day of your Namibia Tour brings new wonders, from the steep passes of the Khomas Highland to the otherworldly clay pans of Sossusvlei, known locally as "Tsauchab" (place where water collects).
This premier Namibia Tour provides the perfect balance of comfort and adventure, with expert guides revealing the secrets of this harsh yet beautiful environment. From sunrise at the iconic red dunes to sunset over the Marble Mountains, every moment offers extraordinary photographic opportunities and a deeper understanding of this unique desert ecosystem.
Tour highlights
Climb the famous Dune 45 and witness sunrise over the Namib Desert
Tour The surreal landscape of Dead Vlei with its ancient camel thorn trees
Journey through the dramatic Spreetshoogte Pass offering panoramic views
Visit Sesriem Canyon, carved by the Tsauchab River
Experience the exclusive Namib Naukluft Private Nature Reserve
Photograph the world's highest sand dunes in perfect morning light
Enjoy luxury accommodation at the Lodge
Sunset drive to the natural Marble Mountains
Price Includes:
- Park entrance fees and conservation levies
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during transfers and activities
- Full board accommodation at Namib Naukluft Lodge
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and park fees
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Namibia Visa (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up and Transfer to the Namib Desert
Your Namibia Tour begins with an early morning pickup from your Windhoek accommodation at 08:00, embarking on a scenic 350km journey (approximately 5-6 hours) southwest toward the ancient Namib Desert. This captivating Namibia Tour Day includes traversing the dramatic Kupferberg Pass and later the Spreetshoogte Pass, which at 1,780 meters offers breathtaking views of the desert plains below, known locally as "Richterveld" (field of vision). Your Namibia Tour experience continues with a refreshment stop at the quaint settlement of Solitaire, famous for its apple pie, before arriving at the exclusive Lodge by late afternoon, where you'll enjoy dinner and prepare for tomorrow's adventures.
- Day2Sossusvlei Tour
The highlight of your Namibia Tour starts with pre-dawn departure at 05:30 for the 70km journey to Sesriem Gate, timed perfectly to enter Namib-Naukluft National Park at sunrise. This extraordinary Namibia Tour Day takes you through the ancient desert landscape to iconic locations including Dune 45, which you'll climb for spectacular views across the dune sea known as "Sossusvlei" (dead-end marsh). Your Namibia Tour continues to the famous clay pan of Sossusvlei and the hauntingly beautiful Dead Vlei, where 900-year-old fossilized camel thorn trees stand frozen in time, before exploring the 30-meter deep Sesriem Canyon, carved by the Tsauchab River over millions of years.
- Day3Transfer Back to Windhoek and End of Tour
The final day of your Namibia Tour begins with a leisurely breakfast at the lodge before checking out at 09:00 for your return journey to Windhoek, covering approximately 350km in about 5 hours. This concluding Namibia Tour Day includes traveling through either the Remhoogte Pass or Spreetshoogte Pass, depending on conditions, offering final opportunities to capture the dramatic landscapes of the Khomas Highland region. Your memorable Namibia Tour experience draws to a close as you arrive back in Windhoek by early afternoon, where you'll be transferred to your specified location with lasting memories of the world's oldest desert and its extraordinary natural wonders.