How to hike to Deadvlei at Sossusvlei | Namibia🇳🇦

[@josephannemans225]

thanks man for taking the time to post this

[@NickfrNamibia]

always a pleasure

[@robharrison6918]

Ah that brought back memories. I had no idea where we were walking at 07:00 and branched off to the left heading to big daddy. Daddy was tired walking up there and was glad that by boys and wife were tired too. But I was aghast when I saw Deadvlei below us. Brilliant and never to be forgotten. Very lovely place. Well done Nick 👍

[@NickfrNamibia]

Exactly the same happened to me the first time...followed what I thought was human footprints around the wrong way... now they have signs

[@robharrison6918]

@@NickfrNamibia Ah you’re still alive! Hope things are going well for you. How’s Frank?

[@deonvanrooyen5920]

Another great video Nick!

[@NickfrNamibia]

Thanks Deon!

[@JCROD5]

Great video thanks for sharing. I’m planning a trip to Namibia in April next year!

[@NickfrNamibia]

Always a pleasure👍🙂

[@africalisa]

When I was there, there was this wonderful Japanese lady living with a dutch guy (if I remember well). She kindly suggested to walk barefoot ...... I decided to hold on to my serious hiking shoes :). XX

[@andrevisser697]

What an amazing video that place is so so beautiful I wish I could travel with you to explore all those beautiful places.I see more places now where I couldn't go last time .my most beautiful one was when you visited shipwreck lodge . amazing the chelates it's so unique and fits in perfect with the area I keep on searching for your new videos .I'm in love with that beautiful country

[@NickfrNamibia]

Thanks so much Andre👍🙂

[@thejewbacabra4926]

Great stuff Nick

[@ervinslens]

Brilliant landscapes, nicely edited too.

[@NickfrNamibia]

Thanks Ervin!

[@drc4563]

Thank you. This is very good but it needs more specific information to be great. Like what was the actual temperature when you did this hike? When did you do it (month)? When is the best month to do it and when is it not worth doing it due to clouds etc? What to bring and wear (your shoes don’t look so great but you managed this very well amd didnt burn your feet so I am guessing this is not a very tough desert hike and it was not so hot when you did it given what you rate wearing). What level of fitness is needed etc. How much water to bring?

[@NickfrNamibia]

Thanks for the feedback. I'll include this type of information in the future. Temp about 40degrees Celsuis, beginning Feb, but the temp rarely goes below 35 during the day. It would be difficult to wait for clouds, too random, especially if you only have one or two days there. It's a short hike, 1km from the car park: enough water, about 2lt person, more if you climb big daddy, an energy bar or something with a bit of energy should you need it. Hat, SPF50 sunblock, sunglasses, your camera equipment. Just beware of the sand when taking electronics. Light long pants and shirt is goof protection against the sun. Shoes to hike through heavy sand, cross trainers or boots if you prefer. No i did burn my feet in that one spot. :) Some people do it barefoot, but that is crazy. I've seen 80 year olds do it. If you have knee, hart, back or other conditions avoid it. Hiking in the heavy sand and hot sun is exhausting. I'd say moderate, because it is short and you can stop and rest if you need. Just note proper medical attention is very far away

[@drc4563]

@@NickfrNamibia This is excellent! Thank you so much for such an informative and quick reply. I have subscribed.

[@NickfrNamibia]

its a pleasure. you were lucky. If i was out in the bush it would have taken longer to reply🙂 thanks for the sub!

[@tswanamerican8226]

Hi NIck. My fiancée and I have been loving your videos! We are getting married in SA near the end of March and plan to drive around Namibia for part of our honeymoon. Would love to buy you a beer and hear more about your experiences... If you are in Namibia during that time, drop me a note if interested! - Paul

[@NickfrNamibia]

hi Paul! glad you are enjoying the videos. Of course if Im around, we can do that, let me know when you are in Nam🙂 congrats, have a fantastic wedding and lovely honeymoon. Enjoy Namibia!!!

[@tswanamerican8226]

@@NickfrNamibia Thanks! Will do!

[@kaboletlhogela2463]

When is the best time to visit the place?

[@NickfrNamibia]

during Namibia's winter

[@iradyachenko1469]

i felt the pain of your burning feet haha . bad.... Ive got a question 1), so you said if i camp inside NWR, i can go early to see the places. How early? Because i see that reach Dune 45. You still need to drive from Sesriem. So if I wanna be in deadvlei before sunrise. what time can I start to drive from NWR SESRIEM CAMPSITE? like any time 3/4am? 2) what time can I leave deadvlei in the evening time? (if I camp in NWR SESRIEM) i was wondering also if I could stay there at night and see some stars?

[@NickfrNamibia]

yeah it was pretty bad🔥dont hike with flip flops. You'll probably be able to drive out about 30mins before sunrise. Yip Dune 45 is 45km from Sesriem. You'll have to negotiate, but I dont believe it is possible to be at Deadvlei before sunrise. You have to be back in camp about 30mins after sunset, so no you are not allowed at Deadvlei after dark. They do random checks.

[@iradyachenko1469]

@@NickfrNamibia ph... because i saw many videos with stars at night! It looks soo beautiful ! 🥺

[@NickfrNamibia]

@@iradyachenko1469 it is but not possible to stay there at night. Many other places in Namibia to see beautiful stars. You going to Spitzkoppe?

[@iradyachenko1469]

@@NickfrNamibia actually no, just sossuvlei, cape cross, tribes in opuwo, Etosha park, tribes in grooftein and go to Botswana :)

[@NickfrNamibia]

@@iradyachenko1469 ok, spitzkoppe also has good stars. But you will say many along your way in Namibia. Unfortunately you wont be able to stay at Sossusvlei overnight. It would be nice, I will like to do that as well

[@TheNamibianTraveler]

Hi are the markers visible from the car park?

[@NickfrNamibia]

there is a sign at the beginning. if you look over it you should be able to see the markers

[@TheNamibianTraveler]

@@NickfrNamibia thank you for your reply because of your videos i have set up a trip on my google map to most of the places you have been to which i wanna experience with with my family and friends this coming december so thank you very much you made us realize that fun and adventure starts from home this really makes me appreciate our country more with its endless beauty thank you and God bless you

[@walex19]

Loved Deadvlei when we visited. I miss Namibia! I made a Namibia video on my channel :)

[@NickfrNamibia]

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[@walex19]

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[@NickfrNamibia]

wow, your footage is amazing

[@walex19]

@@NickfrNamibia thank you!

[@johannvanschalkwyk2141]

Nic, I see I can’t join the patron site….

[@NickfrNamibia]

Unfortunately I stopped the trip, so not taking any money. Appreciate the willingness to support me.

[@africalisa]

Hi Nick, could you maybe sell the wonderful scarf you are wearing? Would like to have one and support you maybe at the same time?? Love from the Netherlands

[@NickfrNamibia]

the Namibian one? of course :)

[@africalisa]

@@NickfrNamibia Good!! Would it take you too much time to find out what the cost would be to send it (or a few) to the Netherlands? (Am not in a hurry :) )

[@NickfrNamibia]

ill try and see. Im almost out of Namibia