Why this route.
- Climb Dune 45 or Big Daddy and drop into Deadvlei
- Sunrise hot air balloon with champagne breakfast
- Desert-adapted wildlife
- Twyfelfontein rock engravings
Perfect for.
Day by day.
Sample camps shown below — your consultant can substitute alternatives in the same region and tier.
- Days 1–3Wilderness Kulala Desert LodgeSossusvlei
- Days 4–6Damaraland CampTorra Conservancy, Huab River Valley, Damaraland · Wilderness Safaris
- Day 7DepartureOnward or homeward flights
On the map.
Photo gallery.
Includes & excludes.
Includes
- The standard items plus the hot air balloon
Excludes
- The standard items
Handy hints.
What to pack
Lightweight, neutral-tone clothing with a warm layer for cool mornings, a waterproof jacket, a sun hat and well-worn boots. Full packing list on our Client Planning Reference.
Malaria
Parts of this route are in malaria areas — consult your physician or medical advisor before departure.
Gratuities
Tipping your guide and tracker is customary but never obligatory. See our full gratuities guidance.
Currency
US dollars are widely accepted at safari camps and lodges; carry small notes for gratuities and extras.
Planning tip
Shoot the dunes and Deadvlei early in the morning.
Detailed itinerary.
Wilderness Kulala Desert Lodge
Wilderness Kulala Desert Lodge shares the Kulala Wilderness Reserve's private gate access with its sister property Little Kulala, but at a larger scale and a more accessible luxury price point. 3 nights at this camp.
Damaraland Camp
Damaraland Camp is one of Namibia's classic community-conservation safari camps, sitting in the remote Huab River Valley within the Torra Conservancy — landscape that looks barren at first sight yet supports remarkably well-adapted wildlife, including desert-adapted elephant and black rhino in the wider area. 3 nights at this camp.
Departure
Transfer to the airport or airstrip for onward or homeward flights. Transfer modes and flight timings are confirmed by your consultant.