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The unspoiled desert beauty of Namibia is perfectly exemplified by Sossusvlei. It is a salt and clay pan located in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, which is Africa's largest conservation area. One of Namibia's most popular tourist destinations, this picturesque region is well known for its sizable, red sand dunes, among the tallest sand dunes in the entire world.
Sossusvlei Location:
In southwest Namibia, Sossusvlei is about 350 kilometres southwest of Windhoek. The area of Sossusvlei, located inside the vast Namib-Naukluft National Park in the southern region of Namibia, is distinguished by its well-known red, pink, and orange sand dunes and white salt pans. Dune 45, which is arguably the most well-known and frequently photographed dune in Sossusvlei, is conveniently located only off the paved road 45 kilometres from Sesriem.
Sossusvlei Information:
The Afrikaans & Nama languages are the source of the word "Sossusvlei." It literally means "dead-end" (from the Nama term "Sossus") and "marsh" (from the Afrikaans term "Vlei"). Specifically, Sossusvlei refers to the salt & clay pan at the Tsauchab River's terminus; nonetheless, the term is sometimes used to describe the entire region, including Dune 45, Deadvlei, and Hiddenvlei.
Visitors can engage in a variety of activities in the area around Sossusvlei. You can choose from a variety of ways to take in the beauty of the desert, including quad biking through the Sossusvlei dune system, nature hikes, hot-air balloon rides, spectacular microlight flights, and much more.
The neighbourhood offers a wide variety of lodging options as well. These include self-catering alternatives, simple lodges, and tented camps, and opulent lodgings. They also include campgrounds. However, there are just a few lodges and a large campsite available within the park's boundaries.
Must-visit attractions in Sossusvlei:
- Deadvlei
- Dune 45
- Sesriem Canyon
- Wildlife, etc.
- Visit Hiddenvlei and Deadvlei
- Descent the dunes
- Witness the sunrise & end your day with beautiful sunset each day
- Discover Sesriem Canyon
- Fly in a hot air balloon far above Sossusvlei, etc.
Things to do at Sossusvlei:
How to reach Sossusvlei:
West of Namibia, in the Namib Desert, is where you'll find Sossusvlei. All attractions are accessible via a road leading to Sossusvlei once you enter the Sesriem National Park (which is a section of the Namib-Naukluft National Park). The 65-kilometre road to the vlei is paved only for the final 5 km. If you don't have a 4x4, shuttles can transport you the final 5 kilometres.
When to visit Sossusvlei:
May to October
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