Welcome to Sossusvlei & South Namibia!

You will never get bored in Southern Namibia, for new experiences are aplenty. Sossusvlei, Fish River Canyon, the Naukluft Mountains, the Quiver Tree Forest, the Giant's Playground and Feral Horses at Aus are just some of the fascinating tourist attractions in Southern Namibia.

Sossusvlei is one of Namibia's most unique and stunning sites. Located in the Namib Desert, it is famous for its gigantic sand dunes, which can be up to 325m high, the largest in the world. One of Namibia's most photographed sites, a trip to Sossusvlei is a must on a tour in Southern Namibia. Sesriem is the gateway to Sossusvlei and you can find Southern Namibia lodges and campsites, as well as a petrol station and basic store to pick up supplies and cold drinks.

Another great option for a Southern Namibia tour is a hike along the springs in the Naukluft Mountains, or flying over the Namib Desert in a hot air balloon, after which you can enjoy a champagne breakfast. This wonderful wilderness is also a paradise of exciting challenges for 4WD enthusiasts. You can use our Sossusvlei and Southern Namibia map to choose your lodge in Southern Namibia so that it is close to what you wish to see and do.

The Fish River Canyon hiking trail is different from other trails in Africa and another great place to explore on a Southern Namibia tour. This is the world's second largest canyon, surpassed in size only by the well-known Grand Canyon in Colorado. The canyon is about 180 km in length, running south from Seeheim to the Orange River, which creates the border between South Africa and Namibia. The hiking trail stretches 90 km along this canyon, starting from the viewing site at Hobas and ending at the hot water spa resort of Ai-Ais.

In the mid nineteenth century the Nama people were the original inhabitants of the areas around the Orange River in northern South Africa and Southern Namibia. The Nama followed their leader, Jan Jonker Afrikaner to the region of the present day Windhoek. Prior to their move close to the Orange River the Nama used to live in Namaqualand and were called Hottentots. However, they could not stay long in their homeland because of the aggression of European farmers who drove them towards the north. Here they fought many wars with the inhabitants of the north - the Herero people. Eventually, the warring groups were relocated to reserves by the German government.

The Nama are similar to the Bushmen (San) in many ways. They have the same linguistic roots, light skin and features, and small, delicate frames. The Nama also share a language with the Damara people.

If you'd like to explore some of the most spectacular sites in Namibia, go hiking, or just to get off the beaten track, Southern Namibia is the perfect place for you. Being local, we can help you plan your Sossusvlei and Southern Namibia holiday. From finding the right lodge in Sossusvlei and Southern Namibia to choosing the right tour in Sossusvlei and Southern Namibia, we are perfectly placed to guide you and help you get the most out of your holiday!