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Dune 45- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; Namibia; 5 Reviews

Suggested Duration: 2 hours

Dune 45 is a star dune in Namibia's Sossusvlei region, named for its location at the 45th kilometer along the road from Sesriem to Sossusvlei. Rising over 170 meters, it consists of sand that originated in the Kalahari and was carried by the Orange River before being shaped by desert winds over millions of years. Its proximity to the road makes it one of the most photographed dunes, especially at sunrise and sunset when the light enhances its sharp ridges and deep shadows. The dune's moderate height and accessible location also make it a popular spot for climbing.

Operators offering tours in Namibia

Attractions in Sossusvlei

Deadvlei

4.8

Big Daddy

Hidden Vlei

4.6

Big Mamma Dune

Reviews of Dune 45

Stephan Gilliland

5
Reviewed: 2025-02-09

Dune 45 is always a must see. If you are fit enough to climb this beautiful wonder it is well worth it, especially to watch the sunrise. The distance is about 600m to the peak with about 110m elevation climb. The dune creates 2 false peaks, the view from any section is spectacular!
Jon Ng

5
Reviewed: 2024-10-25

Beautiful red sand dune which is great for photography. Come during sunrise or late afternoon closer to sunset to have best colour. Also great to take with the tree trunks below the sand dune
舊椅子Joyce

5
Reviewed: 2024-10-23

Beautiful dune lines, the sun shining on the sand dune, which is the most beautiful at sunrise!
Ramon

4
Reviewed: 2024-10-01

Amazing views. Arrakis vibes. Takes about 15-20 minutes to get up.
Tanachai Thosa

5
Reviewed: 2024-05-22

The highest Dune on the way to the famous Dead Vlei. If you like trekking, you will enjoy this Dune a lot. It is sand dune made by natural wind/storm. The sand is very good at sucking your foot, and body, so you never have to worry about falling down during the climb. The peak of this Dune is extremely tall. I think it is 170-meter height, about the same as 55 fl. Building. (Amazing, right?) The view from up there was great, make sure to climb all the way up. I recommend you bring a good shoe with you, I suggest waterproof sandals with backstrap, so you can walk with confidence, and easy to clean up.