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Namib-Naukluft Park

The world's oldest desert meets towering red dunes at Sossusvlei, creating landscapes of staggering beauty.

Best Time:March to October
Recommended Stay:3-5 days
Vehicle:2WD for Sossusvlei; 4x4 for Naukluft

Overview

About This Park

At nearly 50,000 km2, the Namib-Naukluft is one of Africa's largest conservation areas. It encompasses the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei and the stark beauty of Deadvlei.

Heritage

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The park was progressively expanded through the 20th century. It safeguards ecosystems that have existed for over 55 million years.

Highlights

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  • Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
  • The oldest desert on Earth (55+ million years)
  • Towering red dunes reaching over 300 metres
  • The Naukluft Mountains hiking trails

Our Perspective

The Grow Namibia View

The Namib is not empty - it is full of subtlety. The shifting colours of the dunes, the silence of the gravel plains, the resilience of life.

Practical

Visitor Information

Gate Hours

Sunrise – Sunset

Road Conditions

Paved road to Sesriem; gravel within

Facilities

NWR camps at Sesriem; limited elsewhere

Accessibility

Moderate to Challenging

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Fee Schedule Update

Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism

In accordance with the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), revised park entrance and conservation fees will come into effect from 1 April 2026.

The updated fees follow the public consultation process concluded by MEFT and are in line with the official Ministerial Guidelines. All permits issued through our platform will automatically reflect the new rates from the effective date.

What this means for you

  • •Orders placed before 1 April 2026 will be charged at current rates
  • •Orders placed from 1 April 2026 will reflect the new MEFT fee schedule
  • •No action is required on your part — rates update automatically