Sossusvlei

Discover Sossusvlei, Namibia's iconic desert landscape, with African Overland Tours. This breathtaking destination is famous for its towering red dunes, ancient camel thorn trees, and dramatic salt and clay pans. Experience the unique beauty and tranquility of the Namib Desert, perfect for photographers and nature lovers alike.

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Sossusvlei, nestled within Namibia’s ancient Namib Desert, is known for its colossal, rust-red dunes that dramatically rise against the endless blue sky. These iconic dunes create a mesmerizing panorama that is a photographer’s dream, with ever-shifting shadows and vibrant hues at sunrise and sunset.  Explore the vast, sun-baked salt and clay pans, remnants of ancient rivers that once flowed through this arid land. The most famous of these pans, Deadvlei, is a truly surreal sight, where fossilized trees stand sentinel in a cracked, white landscape under the relentless sun. Experience the unique beauty and tranquility of the Namib Desert, a perfect destination for photographers, nature lovers, and anyone seeking an extraordinary escape into one of the planet’s most ancient and breathtaking landscapes.

Dead Vlei, Namibia - Ancient, black camel thorn trees on white clay pan with large orange Sossusvlei dune under blue sky.

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when to visit Sossusvlei

The best time to visit Sossusvlei is generally during the cooler, drier months from May to October. This avoids the intense heat of the Namibian summer and the possibility of flash floods during the rainy season. The temperatures are more moderate, making it more comfortable for exploring the dunes and pans.

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