5-Day Sossusvlei and and Swakopmund Escape

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer From Windhoek To Sossuvlei

Your Namibian adventure begins with a morning departure from Windhoek as you travel south into the heart of the world's oldest desert.

The journey itself is spectacular. Watch as the city fades into vast open landscapes, dramatic mountain passes, and endless desert plains. Namibia's sense of space is one of its greatest attractions, and today's drive offers a perfect introduction to the country's unique beauty.

Arriving at Namib Desert Lodge in the afternoon, you'll immediately notice the stunning fossilized dunes that rise behind the lodge. These ancient dunes create a dramatic backdrop and glow beautifully during sunset.

Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool, enjoying the peaceful surroundings, or joining an optional sundowner excursion.

Overnight: Namib Desert Lodge.

Main Destination:

Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Less hot)

High Season July to November (Busy; high-season rates apply)

Best Weather May to September (Cooler during the day)

Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP

LeopardRare

CheetahVery Rare

ZebraRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

LionNone

BuffaloNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Namib Desert Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located outside Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Sossuvlei and Deadvlei

Visit Namibia's most famous attraction: Sossusvlei.

An early start allows you to enter the Namib-Naukluft National Park as the morning light transforms the dunes into incredible shades of orange and red.

Highlights include:

Dune 45

One of the most photographed dunes in the world. Visitors can climb the dune for panoramic views across the desert landscape.

Sossusvlei

A vast white clay pan surrounded by some of the tallest sand dunes on Earth, reaching heights of over 300 metres.

Deadvlei

The highlight for many travellers. Ancient camel thorn trees, believed to be over 800 years old, stand frozen in time against a backdrop of giant red dunes and bright white clay.

Sesriem Canyon

Explore this fascinating natural canyon carved by the Tsauchab River over millions of years.

Return to the lodge in the afternoon for relaxation and dinner.

Main Destination:

Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

Accommodation:

Namib Desert Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located outside Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

From Sossusvlei To Swakopmund

After breakfast, depart the desert and journey towards Namibia's Atlantic coastline.

Today's drive showcases some of the country's most dramatic scenery as desert landscapes gradually give way to coastal environments.

Arrive in Swakopmund during the afternoon.

Often described as Namibia's seaside playground, Swakopmund is famous for its German colonial architecture, palm-lined streets, cafés, restaurants, and unique location between the Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean.

Enjoy free time to explore:

Swakopmund Jetty
Mole Beach
Craft markets
Local cafés and bakeries
Coastal promenades

The town offers a completely different atmosphere from the desert and is a favourite among international travellers.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City)

Accommodation:

The Delight Swakopmund

• Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Swakopmund

Today is yours to enjoy at your own pace.

Swakopmund is Namibia's adventure capital and offers a wide variety of optional activities:

Popular Experiences
Sandwich Harbour Excursion
Living Desert Tour
Dolphin & Seal Catamaran Cruise
Quad Biking
Camel Riding
Scenic Flights
Skydiving
Township Tours
Fat Bike Desert Tours

For travellers seeking relaxation, Swakopmund is equally rewarding. Spend the day browsing local shops, enjoying seafood restaurants, or simply taking in the refreshing Atlantic Ocean atmosphere.

One of the most unique aspects of Swakopmund is the contrast between the ocean and the desert, creating landscapes found nowhere else in the world.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City)

Accommodation:

The Delight Swakopmund

• Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer To Windhoek

Enjoy a final breakfast before departing Swakopmund.

Travel back through Namibia's vast desert landscapes towards Windhoek, arriving in the afternoon.

As your journey comes to an end, you'll leave with unforgettable memories of giant sand dunes, ancient desert landscapes, charming coastal towns, and the extraordinary beauty that makes Namibia one of Africa's most unique destinations.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.