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
Countries
Parks

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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