Desert Safari in Sossusvlei
3-Day Desert Safari in Sossusvlei – Budget Friendly
$1045-2507 USD
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Safari summary
Experience an authentic 3-day budget safari to Sossusvlei from Windhoek, operated by Knap Tours. Guided by expert local guides, explore the towering sand dunes, visit the iconic Deadvlei, and spot desert-adapted wildlife along the way. Enjoy comfortable budget accommodations, immersive desert landscapes, and unforgettable sunrise and sunset views in one of Namibia’s most spectacular destinations.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | None | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Sightseeing | shopping | markets
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- All drinks
- Hot air balloons
- Internal flights
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Windhoek Transfer & Check-in
We pick you up at 9 am from any hotel/lodge in Windhoek and head south to the world-famous Sossusvlei via the scenic Spreetshoogte Pass. Stop at the viewpoint to admire the endless panorama of the Namib. En route, stop for lunch at Solitaire Oasis. After arrival at the lodge, it is time to relax and admire the vistas of the Namib Desert. Accommodation: Spend 2 nights at the Namib Desert Lodge (accommodation can be upgraded or downgraded). Distance: 350 km on a gravel road.
Namib Desert Lodge
Sossusvlei & Dead Vlei
At sunrise, we enter Sossusvlei through the Sesriem Gate to climb Dune 45 and admire the vast orange dunes. Then, we head off-road to Dead Vlei, where ancient acacias stand on the white clay pan. You may climb Big Daddy or Big Mama for stunning views of the Sand Sea. After lunch, we visit Sesriem Canyon and Elim Dune. Watch for wildlife like oryx, ostriches, and springboks. Optional: take a scenic helicopter flight over the dunes.
Namib Desert Lodge
Transfer to Windhoek
After breakfast, we depart to Windhoek through the scenic Spreetshoogte Pass. We arrive at the capital before lunch. We will drop you off at the hotel/lodge of your choice.
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