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Sossusvlei and Deadvlei: The 15 Best Dune Trips

24 tours  ·  from $443 a head

The gate at Sesriem opens at sunrise and the colour is gone by mid-morning, so these are early starts by design. The 15 below cover the day runs, the fly-in options and the camping trips, with prices and how much walking each one really involves.

3 Day Sossusvlei Budget Camping Safari - Deadvlei and the 4x4 ride into Sossusvlei
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3 Day Sossusvlei Budget Camping Safari

1.3 Day Sossusvlei Budget Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $632Our pick

Camp beneath ancient camelthorn trees, climb Dune 45, visit Deadvlei and Sesriem Canyon, then travel from Windhoek to Swakopmund.

“Our guide Johnny is very experienced, although our group started a little late as there were minor hiccup to pick up whole group members at Windhoek, the whole journey was wonderful, well considered, especially the ages in our group were sRead more”

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7 Day Southern Namibia and Sossusvlei Camping Safari - Day one: Windhoek to flamingo country
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7 Day Southern Namibia and Sossusvlei Camping Safari

2.7 Day Southern Namibia and Sossusvlei Camping Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $1,846

Seven days from Windhoek through Sossusvlei, Kolmanskop, Fish River Canyon, and Quiver Tree Forest, with camping, meals, and guide included.

“Very poor communication. I'm not sure if the guide and office were being incompetent or dishonest. My tour was poorly planned, but the driver and office refused to consider and suggestions to improve the logistics. The driver (Raymond) was Read more”

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4-Day Swakopmund And Sossusvlei Accommodated Adventure from Windhoek - Day 1: From Windhoek to flamingos at Walvis Bay
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4-Day Swakopmund And Sossusvlei Accommodated Adventure from Windhoek

3.4-Day Swakopmund And Sossusvlei Accommodated Adventure from Windhoek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $1,298

Four days from Windhoek to Swakopmund and Sossusvlei, with flamingos, Dune 45, Deadvlei, cheetahs, meals, and guided transport.

“I find it somewhat difficult to review this tour because the day in the red dunes was definitely one of the best days of my life. However, overall, I was left with a sad pang of regret at what could have been if I had dared to do the tour by myself rRead more”

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9 Day Etosha, Skeleton Coast and Sossusvlei Camping and Lodge Safari - Day 1: Woodcarving at Okahandja and rhinos at Mount Etjo
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9 Day Etosha, Skeleton Coast and Sossusvlei Camping and Lodge Safari

4.9 Day Etosha, Skeleton Coast and Sossusvlei Camping and Lodge Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $2,568

Review of a 9-day Namibia safari covering Etosha, Skeleton Coast, Himba culture, Swakopmund, and Sossusvlei by camping and lodge.

“I had a fantastic trip with Raymond, Smithley and Gregory. The food was very nice, Smithley was a great Chef. Logistically it was very easy and I enjoyed every day very much and experienced many pleasant surprises. Lekker job Guys, fantastic holiday 🙏.”

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3-Day Sossusvlei Express Accommodated Safari from Swakopmund - The road inland, from Capricorn to Solitaire
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3-Day Sossusvlei Express Accommodated Safari from Swakopmund

5-Day Sossusvlei & Sandwich Harbour Photography Tour - Day 3: Crossing from desert to Walvis Bay
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5-Day Sossusvlei & Sandwich Harbour Photography Tour

6.5-Day Sossusvlei & Sandwich Harbour Photography Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $2,023

A five-day private Namibia tour from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Cape Cross, and Sandwich Harbour with meals and lodging included.

“This was an absolutely wonderful tour. Leonard was a very friendly, personable guide throughout the tour who went to great lengths to make me feel welcome and make the tour enjoyable. Leonard and Berlinda worked with me on a couple customizations of my tour and scheduling extra activities. Was absolutely outstanding and a great experience.”

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2 Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure Tour in Namibia - Geology, mining, and the Namib-Naukluft route
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2 Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure Tour in Namibia

7.2 Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure Tour in Namibia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $779

Spend two days from Swakopmund to Sossusvlei, with Moon Mountain camping, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45, and meals included.

“Our guide, Winston picked us up promptly from our guest house in swakopmund, gave us a brief review of day’s activities. We selected our lunch at a local grocery store”shop” then drove out east into the desert. We were introduced to various lichen, the welwichia plant, caRead more”

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3 Days Amazing Red Dunes of Sossusvlei | Private Guided Tour - Day one: Windhoek to Solitaire and the Namib Desert
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3 Days Amazing Red Dunes of Sossusvlei | Private Guided Tour

8.3 Days Amazing Red Dunes of Sossusvlei | Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $1,421

Review of a private 3-day Sossusvlei tour from Windhoek, with red dunes, Deadvlei, Sesriem Canyon, lodging, meals, and guided transport.

“Amazing diverse landscape with a knowledgeable and professional guide made this a memorable tour. Highlight was seeing a pride of 11 lions in Etosha nature reserve. From the jaw dropping landscape to enthralling dune 4x4 racing to the luxurious African sundowners eating great food outside under the stars.”

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From Windhoek: Budget Sossusvlei Guided 2-Day Tour - The overnight stay and what is included
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From Windhoek: Budget Sossusvlei Guided 2-Day Tour

3 Day Sossusvlei Camping Schedule and Sandwich Habor - Day 1: Dune 45 and a night in the Namib Desert
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3 Day Sossusvlei Camping Schedule and Sandwich Habor

10.3 Day Sossusvlei Camping Schedule and Sandwich Habor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews

Three days from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, Big Daddy, Deadvlei, Sesriem Canyon, and Sandwich Harbour with camping, meals, and a small group.

“I had an AMAZING three day journey with Leonard! We hiked sand dunes and went four wheeling and visited the ocean and camped in an amazing place (with showers, bathrooms, and plenty of hot water). We ate delicious food the entire trip, and Leonard was an amazing Read more”

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3 Day Sossusvlei Budget Camping Safari from Windhoek

11.3 Day Sossusvlei Budget Camping Safari from Windhoek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $632

Camp beneath Namibia’s Milky Way, climb Dune 45 at sunrise, and explore Deadvlei on a three-day budget safari from Windhoek.

“We had an incredible three-day safari camping trip to the Sossusvlei, all thanks to our amazing guide, Simon. His knowledge of the landscape and wildlife made the experience unforgettable. From stunning sunset views, cooking together to spotting rare animals, Simon Read more”

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5 Days Sossusvlei and Swakopmund Tour - Shared Shuttle - Day 2: Dune 45, Deadvlei, and the Sossusvlei area
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5 Days Sossusvlei and Swakopmund Tour – Shared Shuttle

13.5 Days Sossusvlei and Swakopmund Tour – Shared Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5 reviews · 4 days · from $1,600

See Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Sandwich Harbour on a five-day shared shuttle tour from Windhoek.

“We are so truly greatful to Helena and Victoria for the wonderful tour! Picturesque views of the dunes and the ocean were absolutely stunning. A special thank-you to the organizers and to our guide for their personal and caring attitude:) Everything was more than convenient! A little hint from us to those who'd like to go to the ocean: don't forget your warm clothes! It can be really freezing!”

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3-Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure in Namibia from Swakopmund - Solitaire: apple pie, fuel, and a change of scenery
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3-Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure in Namibia from Swakopmund

14.3-Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure in Namibia from Swakopmund

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $827

Explore Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Moon Landscape and Sesriem Canyon on a three-day small-group desert tour from Swakopmund.

“We had the most amazing trip to Sossusvlei with Uwe as our guide. We really enjoyed all the knowledge he shared with us about Namibia and the desert. We learned there is so much more life in the desert than it seems! The drive was comfortable and Uwe was happy to stoRead more”

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2 Days Sossusvlei Private Camping Tour - Elim Dune at sunset
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2 Days Sossusvlei Private Camping Tour

15.2 Days Sossusvlei Private Camping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $489

Review of a private 2-day Sossusvlei camping tour from Windhoek, with sunrise at Deadvlei, Dune 45, meals, guide, and campsite.

“This time is my first visit to Namibia. My friend and my self booked 2days Sossusvlei, our provider, Steven brought us to amazing locations and showed us great sunrise and sunset views! Also, Steven has very good communication with us! He speaks English and Japaness very well!”

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