Our Namibian adventure commenced with our arrival in Windhoek, marking the beginning of our epic day odyssey. The next day we picked up our rental vehicles, not just any cars, but specially equipped 4x4s, capable of handling the rugged Namibian terrain. Our group, comprising five adventurous souls - myself, my boyfriend Colin Ringas , travel enthusiasts Crosby and Dylan, and Crosby's sister Ansley, divided ourselves between two vehicles.
Their custom double fuel tanks were designed for the remote expanses of Namibia, a country whose name in the Nama language fittingly means "vast place". Our 4x4s were equipped with two spare tires, a roof rack tent, a fully stocked kitchenette for meals on the go, and even a water tank with a convenient spout in the back. I highly reccamend getting insurance. The dust makes it very difficult to see anything in the daytime letalone in the dark.
While it seemed like a hefty amount initially, it was well worth it, considering the flat tires and other unexpected incidents we encountered. Namibia is not for the faint-hearted, and our adventure was just beginning! TIP - Google Maps assumes that all roads will be traveled at km per hour. However, most of the roads you'll encounter are gravel or sand. Although generally well maintained, reaching a consistent speed of km per hour is not possible. Little Sosuss Campsite.
Once we hit the road, our first stop was the charming Little Sossus Campsite , which took us a 4-hour drive from Windhoek. Not to be confused with Little Sosuss Lodge which is just around the corner. Our site included a well-structured overhang with ample parking space, enough to comfortably accommodate our two 4x4s under a covered roof. The campsite lights a fire to heat the water of occupied campsites every evening around 5 PM. We planned to anchor here for two nights, which gave us ample time to delve into the mesmerizing beauty of Sossusvlei.
After dark we heard jackels calling in the distance while sipping on our local hard ciders, it was magic. Aside from the natual beauty in the area, one of the most exhilarating experiences in the area is the hot air balloon ride.
