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4-Day Swakopmund And Sossusvlei Accommodated Adventure from Windhoek

Name: 4-Day Swakopmund And Sossusvlei Accommodated Adventure from Windhoek
Brand: Chameleon Safaris
SKU: 9289P4
Price: 1098.72 USD
Rating: 4.5 (20 reviews)

Windhoek, Namibia

4 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure into the Namib Desert with a 4-day Swakopmund and Sossusvlei tour from Windhoek. Head out to explore one of Namibia's most unique and awe-inspiring settings: Sossusvlei's incredible red sand dunes. This thrilling multi-day excursion combines several of the country's natural wonders, including a visit to see the Walvis Bay flamingos, tracking cheetahs with a biologist at the N/a'ankuse Namib Conservation Centre and a chance to climb the iconic Dune 45, a towering sand dune that's perhaps the most photographed dune in the world.

4-day journey to Swakopmund and Sossusvlei from Windhoek
Enjoy the peaceful tranquility of the world's oldest desert
Climb iconic Dune 45, perhaps the planet's most photographed sand dune
Splurge on optional activities such as sandboarding and quad-biking
Includes the expertise of a knowledgable guide
The small-group size ensures personalized service

What's Included

Accommodation as per itinerary
Sossusvlei excursion (including 4x4 shuttle) and cheetah tracking activity in Solitaire
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tap water
Dinner (2)
Lunch (3)
Breakfast (3)

Optional activities
Gratuities
Personal Travel Insurance
Snacks & drinks (including mineral water)

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Chameleon Safaris
Ferry Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

07:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

We recommend pre-safari accommodation at Chameleon Backpackers where this tour begins.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not wheelchair accessible
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveller

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.5

20 reviews

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Very rushed tour of great landscapes

Christina_G, Jul 2023

I find it somewhat difficult to review this tour because the day in the red dunes was definitely one of the best days of my life. However, overall, I was left with a sad pang of regret at what could have been if I had dared to do the tour by myself rather than with a group. Overall, the tour felt very, very rushed. We *had* to be in Walvis Bay at 1pm. The tour we booked there to Sandwhich harbor was fun, though very expensive and once again rushed because we *had* to be in Swakopmund early for a restaurant booking. I didn’t get 5 min to look at the flamingos I had so wanted to see; it was all drive-by-photography and there was no time in the dunes to look at any lizards or chameleons. Me and some other girls at least walked down the pier in Swakopmund to view the sunset before joining the rest of the group at the restaurant. Admittedly, it was a very nice restaurant, but come on - we could have eaten in the dark after taking the last sunlight to actually explore the town. The next morning, it was categorically ruled out to leave an hour later; we *had* to leave by 11:20. I can understand the driver not wanting to get into trouble with his boss but customer satisfaction should be considered. Half the group wanted to see the seals, yet Chameleon couldn’t get a tour operator to offer an earlier departure/return nor wait a mere 40min longer to leave Swakopmund. Asked, what we could do if we didn’t want to moto-cross or sandboard (with no chance of a shower afterwards as checkout was 10am), the guide answered „sleep“. Sleep - on an >800€ tour!! Well, we walked around town but didn’t have enough time to even go on the tower before having to buy water supplies. The rest of the day was just endless driving through the desert with very brief photo stops. Since we were sitting at the front, I couldn’t see over the driver’s box at all and my side window collapsed inward at some point and needed to be repaired at Solitaire. The desert camp was nice but outside the national park gate, meaning we would not get the sunrise in the dunes that had been advertised. The program clearly states „sunrise at the dunes is the name of the game“ - well, if we had known, this was the requirement, we would have opted to sleep in a tent at the other camp despite the cold. As it was, we only entered the dunes once the tent campers were having their breakfast on dune 45. Sunrise was long over by then. I will say that Deadvlei was one of the most amazing places I have ever been to. But for some reason, the guide, who clearly was over tourists and not at all into the tour, wanted to be back at the camp as soon as possible. He basically wanted everyone out of Deadvlei by 11am. Thus, I decided I would not have enough time to climb Big Daddy and actually spend time in the valley and stayed behind. Well, the time limit was completely utopic; the climbers only returned from Big Daddy after 12 but not knowing that beforehand, I didn’t even dare to take the short-cut up the steep dune in Deadvlei (for which there would have been more than enough time). The tour group was very mixed with half the people under 35 and some being over retirement age. The elders had been waiting for the youngsters so long that they wanted lunch and since it was already getting late, we skipped the Big Mama dune climb altogether. At least, we did go up Dune 45, though by then it was very hot and not as nice-looking as it would have been at sunrise. Standing on top of a dune‘s edge is an amazing experience and I was exhilarated - though also very miffed that I only got to climb that one dune. Sesriem canyon was nice as well, however, even if very rushed again (and we spotted a poisonous snake). After much probing, the guide had, with obvious annoyance, arranged a booking for a scenic flight for 4 people in our group, which was absolutely stunning and unforgettable and totally worth the money (I also think it ended up being better from Sossusvlei than from Swakopmund where we originally wanted to fly from). I did feel for the guide somewhat, because he also had to take care of breakfast and dinner preparations but I still think his attitude is not very customer-friendly - he told those who couldn’t afford the flight and were asking about alternative activities that they „could enjoy the Wi-Fi“!! (Sundowners at the dunes is also impossible if your accommodation is outside the park gate). The last day was just a half day driving back to Windhoek. We stopped at Solitaire again to see some rescued cheetahs, which were cute but it was also sad…I’m glad, they were rescued but they’re locked up in a smallish enclosure and can’t ever be released into the wild… The guide eventually did arrange a transfer for us to the next lodge but I will never understand why Chameleon Safaris couldn’t do that from the beginning. When we told them where we were staying, they just said that it was outside the city so we couldn’t be dropped there; they didn’t offer an alternative… Overall, we were sad to leave the other travelers, just as we had bonded a little but regarding the tour provider, we had felt more like a burden than valued guests throughout the trip. Again, I can kind of sympathize with the guide‘s very long days - being driver, guide and cook all at once is probably too much work for a single person. But for the money we spent, I would have much rather arranged the transfers and accommodations myself and actually soaked up everything I came there to see rather than rushing on and on and feeling like I will need to return to really get to experience these amazing destinations properly.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Dear Christina, Thank you for taking the time to provide a review of Chameleon Safaris. We value all reviews from our guests, as they help us learn, grow, and improve the quality of service we provide on our safaris. Namibia is a big country, and reaching incredible/beautiful destinations like Sossusvlei and Deadvlei requires traveling great distances, which means spending half a day in the vehicle to get there. Our safaris are group trips, so we and our guides must consider all the clients traveling with us. Providing specific departure times allows the guide to reach the destinations on schedule. As people of all ages travel with us, we strive to find a balance that caters to everyone. Each client is equally important to us, and no individual's personal preferences can outweigh those of another. This is an inherent aspect of group travel. We take your feedback seriously, and we will address the matter with our guide, ensuring they are more open and friendly to all the clients. Maintaining a welcoming atmosphere is crucial to us, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention so we can resolve the issue promptly. In our office, we are always eager to assist with all the planning; we simply require the necessary information to provide the best support possible. We sincerely hope you consider visiting Namibia again, as it remains an amazing destination to explore. Thank you once more for your valuable feedback. Best regards, Macedo

A great safari!

John_B, May 2022

Our guide, Daniel did a great job showing us around Sossusvlei and answering questions about the Namib Desert and the features within. The meals he cooked were delicious as well. Kennedy also did a fantastic job for the portion of the trip between Windhoek and Swakopmund. A trip to remember!

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