A salt pan among the Namib Desert’s giant red dunes.

How far is it from Windhoek?

About five hours; usually a multi-day trip.

A white clay pan with ancient dead trees.

Desert · Windhoek itinerary

Windhoek Desert: The Best Itinerary

Windhoek is the launchpad for the Namib Desert. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

The towering red dunes.

The ghostly clay pan.

The world’s oldest desert.

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Windhoek — prices per person.