This Namibian Safari Adventure to Swakopmund & Sossusvlei is ideal for those travelling on a tight budget or looking for a short getaway to Namibia!
Starting and ending in Windhoek this Budget Lodge Safari visits Namibia's Swakopmund and the towering Sossusvlei Dunes of the ancient Namib Desert.
An affordable and memorable 4-day scenic adventure to Namibia's Sossusvlei Dunes and coastal Swakopmund town!
Departing from Windhoek at 08h30 we drive via Okahandja and Usakos to the lagoon at Walvis Bay where you will have a light lunch.
At this a protected RAMSAR Site for birds you will see many species of wetland birds, including the greater and lessor Flamingo.
Arriving in Swakopmund in the mid-afternoon you will have time to explore this quaint seaside town on foot and experience the German colonial influences of the prime beach resort in Namibia.
Your guide can recommend a good restaurant for your evening meal (own expense). You will also meet up with the guests joining the adventure to Sossusvlei after their Etosha Safari.
Overnight accommodation in Swakopmund is on a twin share basis with en-suite facilities. (L)
Our day starts with breakfast and some free time to enjoy optional adventure activities in Swakopmund, the adventure capital of Namibia.
Activities in Swakopmund include a sand boarding and quad biking combination excursion into the coastal dune fields.
This Namibia Safari Adventure to Swakopmund & Sossusvlei departs from Swakopmund between 11 and 12 midday.
We drive to our lodge near Sesriem through the Namib Desert via the Kuiseb Pass, Gaub Pass and Solitaire. A light lunch will be served en route.
In the late afternoon we arrive at our safari camp near Sesriem and have some time to relax and enjoy the scenic setting.
After settling in, we take a short walk to the Naukluft mountain range in time to catch a spectacular African sunset over the Namib Desert.
We stay in adobe-styled permanent tents or twin rooms with en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner is prepared by your safari guide back at camp. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Today we leave camp at dawn arriving at the Namib Naukluft Park gate as the sun rises.
Our drive takes us down an ancient river bed surrounded by the towering dunes of the Namib Desert as we head to the 2x4 parking area (around 55kms). From here we take a 4x4 shuttle into the Sossusvlei Dunes area to admire the beautiful orange-red sand dunes in the warm early morning light.
The Sossusvlei Dunes of Namibia are amongst the highest dunes in the world and exploring this desert area we experience the quiet tranquility and solitude of this distinctive region.
We explore the unique Sossusvlei area on foot before travelling into the barren Dead Vlei. This large expanse of bleached flat clay is covered in cracks and dotted with skeletal thorn trees, contrasting sharply with the huge, vibrantly coloured dunes in the background.
From Dead Vlei we can either walk or catch the 4x4 shuttle back to our safari vehicle.
Along the way back to our overnight lodge accommodation near Sesriem, we stop at the famous Dune 45. We climb the renowned sand dune or explore the area around the base, depending on what you prefer. Then we make our way back to Sesriem, visiting the nearby Sesriem Canyon, one of the few permanent water sources in the Namib.
After Sesriem Canyon we return to our safari lodge arriving in the late afternoon in time to catch a stunning sunset over the desert.
Our overnight stay is in twin share rooms or permanent tents with en-suite bathrooms. Dinner will be prepared by your safari guide at camp. (BLD)
On day four of this Namibia Safari Adventure we enjoy an early breakfast before heading to a guest farm in Solitaire.
Here we join a biologist to track wild cheetahs at the Na'ankuse Namib Conservation Centre. Then we drive to Windhoek via Bullsport and Rehoboth.
Arriving in Windhoek in the mid-afternoon, you will be dropped off at your post tour accommodation, the bus terminal or the International Airport - bringing this scenic Safari to Swakopmund & Namibia's Sossusvlei Dunes to a close. (B)
If you are catching an onward flight on the last day of this safari, we strongly recommend that you do NOT book any flights departing before 17h00. We advise booking flights after 17h00 in case there are any unexpected delays on safari.
In Swakopmund our friendly lodge accommodation is centrally located within walking distance of the beach, shops, restaurants and craft market.
The lodge rooms feature a double bed or twin single beds and have a private shower and toilet facilities. Rooms are fitted with bedside lights and cupboards for your luggage.
The lodge in Swakopmund has a relaxed atmosphere and a basic continental or cooked breakfast is available (included in the tour price).
Our selected Namib Desert Camp is located 3 km outside the Namib Naukluft National Park, not far from Sesriem. Should this lodge be full, we will stay at an alternative Lodge near Sesriem. All lodge options are situated within 90km of the Namib/Naukluft entrance at Sesriem.
Each safari style bungalow offers unsurpassed views of the Naukluft Mountains and arid plains of the Namib Desert.
The permanent tents each have an en-suite bathroom, fans, a small balcony and personal braai area. These adobe-style tents are fitted with twin beds, a safe and sofa. Good quality linen is included and additional bedding is also supplied in colder months. Other facilities include a small pool, bar, dstv and self-catering kitchens with alfresco dining areas where your meals are prepared by your guide. Sleeper couches suitable for children under the age of 12 years are also provided.
All lodge options feature twin rooms or permanent style adobe tents with self-catering facilities.
The type of tour vehicle used for specific departures will be determined by the size of the safari group at the time of departure.
This tour does take children.
Child Rates are applicable to children Aged 5 to 11 who shares accommodation with 2 Adults only.
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