Top Namibia Attractions at Sossusvlei

Local folks of the place often referred to the dunes as star dunes due to their crescent shape and the vibrant colors they reflect. Sossusvlei has become one of the most popular Namibia attractions. Keeping this in consideration, local authorities of the region have put all of their efforts into facilitating tourism in the region.
Better means of transportation have been developed to reach the destination. They have built a strong road to connect Sossuslvei to different parts of the country. Various lodges, hotels, and resorts were built between Solitaire and Sesriem.

Where to stay in Sossusvlei?

You could spend your vacations in the Sossusvlei Lodge, located near the oldest desert in the world. Huge sand dunes and thorny trees surround the region. A wide adventure center has been established in this lodge. Eco-friendly quad biking, guided sunset walks, hot air ballooning, nature drives, and bush dinners are some of the specialties of the region.
To relax you could take a dip in the crystal clear pools or enjoy an ice-cold beer in the Acacia beer garden. A floodlit waterhole is another popular attraction at the lodge. Enjoy watching the beautiful ground squirrel, jackal, hyena, springbok, Oryx,  under the floodlight as they come to drink.

Activities Near The Oldest Sand Dunes in Namibia

Hot air ballooning is one of the most adventurous activities at Sossusvlei. To undertake this thrilling activity, you need to reach the take-off area. Enjoy the thrilling air ride of about an hour. Due to the burner fitted into the basket, you will feel warmth during the flight.
Once the ride is complete, the organizers will arrange a champagne breakfast for you. Before undertaking the air journey, consider these points:

• Make sure that you do not overload the basket with food, bottles, and other unnecessary stuff. It might imbalance the balloon.
• You could carry your camera to click some amazing photographs of reddish dunes from the height.
• Ensure that you wear proper clothes that suit the season.

Enjoy your vacation in the heart of Namibia! Follow the link for more ideas of what to do in Namibia.

Author Bio: The article is written by Aleksey. He loves to go on African safaris and adventurous trips, and he has written a lot of articles on various travel destinations. He also provides a lot of information about houses for sale in Namibia.