7-Day Namibia Expedition: Sossusvlei, Sesriem & Fish River Canyon

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Difficulty

challenging

Duration

7 days

Fitness Level

Moderate to good fitness; able to hike on steep sand and walk 2–4 miles with elevation gain across soft surfaces.

Overview

A seven-day circuit through Namibia’s oldest desert and deepest canyon — from the sunrise faces of Sossusvlei’s dunes to the layered walls of Fish River Canyon. Expect dusty drives, early mornings on sand ridges, and nights under an immense southern sky.

7-Day Namibia Expedition: Sossusvlei, Sesriem & Fish River Canyon

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Date

Thu, Nov 6

Travelers

You step out of the Land Cruiser before dawn and the desert immediately rearranges itself around you — a low, cold air that carries sand and salt, and a horizon that seems to have been sharpened overnight. Headlamps wink off as the group moves toward a ridge of braided orange, the dune's face already cooling from the night but still holding the heat of the day. By the time the sun clears the horizon, the sand begins to glow in layers of ochre and gold; the dunes are not passive scenery here, they push and shape the route.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Hydrate before you feel thirsty

Desert air is dry and deceptive; drink small amounts frequently and carry at least 2–3 liters in your daypack for dune walks.

Start early for dunes

Climb dunes at first light to avoid heat and get the best light for photos; afternoon sand can be scorching.

Wear gaiters or seal your boots

Fine sand works into shoes and socks quickly; gaiters and sealed laces keep sand out on dune traverses.

Prepare for long drives

Bring motion-sickness remedies, snacks, and a charged power bank—the itinerary includes several multi-hour transfers across gravel roads.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Oryx (gemsbok)
Springbok

History

The Namib is often called the world’s oldest desert, its coastal climate and sand systems shaped over tens of millions of years; human habitation has long adapted to scarce water and mobile livelihoods.

Conservation

Namibian tourism emphasizes low-impact travel; stick to marked tracks, pack out plastic, and respect community rules — water is scarce and protected habitats are fragile.