Hiddenvlei
Another white dry salt pan hidden among the dunes, with scattered dead trees. It has far fewer visitors than Deadvlei, making it a good quiet hike.
Hiddenvlei is near the 2x4 parking lot. You follow wooden stake markers for about 2 kilometers and cross several dunes to reach it. The round trip takes about 1.5 hours. The scenery is similar to Deadvlei, with white clay salt pans, black dead camelthorn trees and red dunes. The site is smaller and quieter, and you may see gemsbok and springbok. You do not need a 4x4 shuttle, which makes it a good choice for visitors driving ordinary cars. The route has no shade, so bring plenty of water. Follow the markers to avoid getting lost.
Opening hours
Grounds open from sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Big Daddy Dune
- Deadvlei
- Sossusvlei
- Big Mama Dune
- Dune 45
- Namib Desert Hot Air Balloon
- Sesriem Canyon
- Elim Dune