Big Daddy Dune
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
One of the tallest dunes in the area (about 325 m) with a steep climb and run down to Deadvlei
Out & About SA lists 8 things to do in Namib-Naukluft National Park, in the Sossusvlei & Namib Desert. They span Adventure / Activity, Nature / Scenic and Tour / Experience. Every listing is hand-checked and kept current — browse them below, or open the full Namibia things to do guide.
Elim Dune
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
Accessible dune near Sesriem offering sweeping desert views without a full Sossusvlei drive
Guided Sossusvlei & Deadvlei Excursion
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
4x4 shuttle and guided tours from Sesriem covering Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and the dune highlights
Namib Sky Balloon Safaris
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
Sunrise hot-air balloon flights over the dunes and desert, ending with a champagne breakfast
Visit website ↗Naukluft Hiking Trails (Waterkloof & Olive Trail)
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
Day hikes through the Naukluft Mountains with rock pools, kudu and Hartmann's mountain zebra
Visit website ↗Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Excursion
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
Guided 4x4 trips to the dramatic dunes-meet-ocean lagoon on the park's coastal edge
Visit website ↗Solitaire
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
Tiny desert outpost famous for its bakery apple pie, fuel stop and rusted vintage cars en route to Sossusvlei
Welwitschia Drive
Sossusvlei & Namib Desert
Marked self-drive route in the park's northern section showcasing ancient Welwitschia plants and moonscape gravel plains