Activities from the Adventure Centre
Of course you have not travelled all the way to stay inside! The following activities in, around and over sossusvlei can be arranged for you at reception, activities require notice to organise and depart from Sossusvlei Lodge - please report to the Adventure Centre upon arrival..
Sossusvlei & Deadvlei Excursion
An early start from Sossusvlei Lodge to enter the Namib-Naukluft Park at sunrise, while the temperature is still mild and when the dune contrasts are at their best. You will travel in one of our all-terrain URI Gameviewer vehicles, custom-built in Namibia for the Lodge, with your own specially trained guide who will share all his knowledge of the area, animals, plant life and much more with you.
Regular stops are made on the spectacular 60 kilometre drive through the dune corridor down to the Vlei to gain information or take in the vistas.
At Dune 45, we make a stop to view the the world's most photographed dune. Further along, a gradual 2,6 kilometer round-trip guided walk up to Dead Vlei is a must for the healthy visitors. The more energetic have the opportunity to climb to the upper ridge of Big Daddy Dune, one of the highest dunes in this area! We spend time exploring Sossusvlei before returning to the Lodge approximately 5.5 hours later in time for lunch.
Note that we are departing from Sossusvlei Lodge - please report to the Adventure Centre upon arrival.
Sundowner / Nature Drive
Depart from Sossusvlei Lodge in the late afternoon on a leisurely drive on the Lodge's private reserve. Watch the shadows lengthen as your guide takes you out to a panoramic location where sundowner drinks will be served as you relax and watch the spectacular sunset. The inner tranquillity that a desert sunset imparts while you sit amongst nature is really something special... Note that we are departing from Sossusvlei Lodge - please report to the Adventure Centre upon arrival.
Scenic Flights
Desert Air have a well-maintained 6-seater Cessna 210 light aircraft permanently based on the Sossusvlei Lodge property along with an experienced pilot who also doubles as a trained "aerial" desert guide. Note that we are departing from Sossusvlei Lodge - please report to the Adventure Centre upon arrival.
Hot Air Ballooning
"Up, up and away" as you sail silently over the reddish dune sea of the Namib. Add an exhilarating dimension to your visit to the desert.
The duration of the excursion is approximately 3.5 hours.
The Hot Air Balloon flight itself takes about one hour and ends with an exclusive Champagne Breakfast at the landing spot in scenic nature.
Special group rates apply for groups of min 24 pax, max 110 pax.
Due to the desert temperatures this activity is offered in the mornings only.
Guests are required to depart to the Namib Sky ballooning base at least half hour before sunrise with their own vehicles.
The balloon rises as the sun rises. The first light hour of the day is known to be the most spectacular, especially in the desert with the rich contrast of colour and shape on the towering sand dunes of the Sossusvlei Area, on the vast desert plains and surrounding mountain ranges.
Bush Dinner
Host you special function or bush dinner in the heart of the Namib Desert! Shortly after sunset we depart on a brief drive on our private reserve to a secret location where you will enjoy a full dinner buffet served under the Namibian star studded skies! Sossusvlei Lodge have perfected the art of outdoor catering enthusing guests with delightful bush dinners, breakfasts at Sossusvlei, special events and even private intimate dinners. With views of towering red sand dunes or amidst the vast desert plains, this is the most awe-inspiring venues nature has on offer. Each function will be planned according to your requirements. You can be assured this will be a function that will be talked about and remembered for a lifetime!
Helicopter Flights
Discover the majesty of the Namib Desert by Helicopter!
Our Pilots are well experienced and will guide you through the scenery on an adventurous and informative flight.
We offer a range of scenic flights over the breath-taking grass plains to the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and the hidden mysteries of Deadvlei.
Exciting flips over the Sesriem Canyon, Dune 45 and Elim Dune as well as custom built flights for photographers that wish to focus on specific areas of the Namib.
Please contact us before arrival to arrange these trips
Elim Dune Nature Walk
The guided nature walk starts at sunrise, departing from Sossusvlei Lodge and takes place on and around the spectacular Elim Dune Belt. Our knowledgeable guides focus on the small things often overlooked nocturnal animal tracks, plant species and smaller wildlife. Note that we are departing from Sossusvlei Lodge - please report to the Adventure Centre upon arrival.
Sesriem Canyon Excursion
Experience the remarkable depths of Sesriem Canyon. Our experienced guides will share the history behind this magnificent natural canyon carved by the Tsauchab River. Note that we are departing from Sossusvlei Lodge - please report to the Adventure Centre upon arrival.
Archery
Archery is a fun but challenging activity that can be mastered fairly quickly. Our instructors will be on hand to teach you the age old art of the bow and arrow. This is a more relaxed activity where archers can compete against each other or have a shoot out to see who the master archer is
