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Deadvlei, Sossusvlei

4.9

#1 of 73 in Wildlife in Namibia

Nature / Park Wildlife Area Must See

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See some of the highest sand dunes in the world at Deadvlei, one of the most arid yet remarkably picturesque landscapes on the continent. As you reach the barren clay pan, notice that only a few skeletons of trees stand above the dry earth, while only a few species of plants survive off the dawn mist and extremely rare rainfalls. During your visit, wear a hat or sunscreen and always carry extra water. Add Deadvlei and other attractions to your Namib-Naukluft Park trip itinerary using our Namib-Naukluft Park trip itinerary builder tool.

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4.9

• By Haelen

  This is a top world attraction. It is worth the effort to walk there even if it is very hot. It was the only place in Namibia we had to share with more than 100 other tourists. We also saw oryx and...  more »

• By 51MES

  Hard to understand how a salt pan exists next to the desert sands. So amazing to still see the life that thrives here in the birds, beetles and lizards.  more »

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• By Gregor Sleigh

  Amazing views. Worth a visit. Go early because it gets very hot. A 10min walk from the nearest parking. A 4x4 is needed to reach this parking area. If you don't have one or don't want to try driving on some short sections of loose sand, this is an earlier parking area to hire a 4x4 with driver.

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• By Rebecca Lee

  It’s interesting that the clay ground looks milky smooth from above. Beautiful beautiful !

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