3-Day Scenic Sossusvlei Adventure in Namibia from Swakopmund
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About This Experience in Swakopmund
Why Visit Swakopmund?
Swakopmund, Namibia offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Swakopmund provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Swakopmund
You can reach Swakopmund, Namibia by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Lunch en route, dinner, bed and breakfast, all inclusive
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please note German guides are limited and we do not have the capacity to give everyone a German guide, These will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Please note we can not guarantee a German guide on every tour!!
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Swakopmund, Moon landscape, Welwitschia Plants, Solitaire Moon Mountain Luxury tented Camp
After leaving Swakopmund , at 10h00, we stop... 10 minutes
After leaving Swakopmund , at 10h00, we stop over at the Lichen Fields and learn about Desert Fauna and Flora. We drive over the gravel plains to The Moonlandscape and view the 400 million year old area. We see the gravel plains, dolomite rocks and lava dykes. Its really like being on the moon. Listen to the quietness, see endlessly far and feel as if you are on another planet
We continue through the Desert, discussing Mining and... 4 hours
We continue through the Desert, discussing Mining and desert research on our way to the Welwitschia Plains. here we stop and learn about this age old Desert plant that really only has 2 leaves coming out of the stem, there are male and Female plants and the interesting little bugs that pollinate them. We then drive through the Namib Nauklufft park , hopefully find desert animals, like Oryx , Springbuck or Ostriches. on our way to Solitaire. En-route we will have a light lunch in the Namib desert and see Namibia's amazing geology. We learn about the larva flow era, mountain building era and the forming of the escarpment. A continuously varying and very interesting desert.
Solitaire a tiny desert Service station where we stop to refuel 1 hour
Solitaire a tiny desert Service station where we stop to refuel. You can try their famous apple pie? a nice surprise out here in the desert. From here we travel for about 1/2 an Hour to Moon Mountain luxury Tented camp where we will be staying. Enjoy the breathtaking views, sunsets, and the refreshing private pool . Each unit has its own bath room and double beds. We have view the sunset and the amazingly clear starry sky
Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45, Elim Dune, Sesriem relaxing at Lodge
After an early breakfast we pack a light... 3 hours
After an early breakfast we pack a light lunch and before it gets to hot, leave for Deadvlei. Here the 2km dune walk is taken to view old thorn trees that died hundreds of years ago and look like yesteryear. The fit can challenge Big Daddy at 380m one of the highest dunes in the world. Take water , sunscreen, a hat and good walking shoes along. Its at your own risk. We then drive to Sossusvlei , for Photos, a walk and a rest under the huge camelthorn trees. Its normally very hot in the Desert and care must betaken for heat exhaustion and dehydration. We leave for Dune 45, Dune 40 AND Elim Dune
We stop at Dune 45 and take Photos... 30 minutes
We stop at Dune 45 and take Photos or walk up the dune, most are exhausted after the earlier dune walk.
We stop at Elim Dune, take photos and... 10 minutes
We stop at Elim Dune, take photos and view the Oryx and Springbuck, maybe find a lonely Ostrich. Then head onto Sesriem canyon
Next we stop at Sesriem Canyon, go for... 20 minutes
Next we stop at Sesriem Canyon, go for a short walk and explore this wonder in the desert. An old river bed, eroded deep down , some places 10m and sometimes with a trickle of water. When first discovered in 1908 the farmers had to use 6 cattle thongs tied together to get water out for the cattle. Hence the Afrikaans name, SESRIEM, translated meaning 6 thongs. We leave the Park at midday , once completed, and go and enjoy the cool splash pool at our lodge
After viewing Sesriem and the deep gorges we... 12 hours
After viewing Sesriem and the deep gorges we make our way to our luxury tented Camp, where a cool pool is awaiting you. The dune walk has made you hot and sticky and the cool blue pool is inviting. Relax until the Dinner is ready. The amazing sunset with endless views lets you relax Please note we reserve the right to use another Lodge of this one is fully booked.
Moon Mountain Lodge to Swakopmund
After checking out at our Accommodation we leave... 20 minutes
After checking out at our Accommodation we leave for Solitaire to refuel before taking the desert road back to Swakopmund
our drive through the desert is about 4 hours to Swakopmund 4 hours
our drive through the desert is about 4 hours to Swakopmund . We drop you off at your location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
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