馃嚦馃嚘NamibiaSouthern Africa
Deadvlei access restricted to authorized shuttle operators
via The Namibian3 min read
The Ministry of Environment and Tourism announced that self-driving into the Deadvlei area at Sossusvlei will no longer be permitted. Starting May 1, access between the Sossusvlei 2x4 parking area and the 4x4 parking area Deadvlei will be limited to a few authorized operators. Only shuttle services provided by About Adelt Sossusvlei Management and tour guides transporting guests from lodges in the Namib-Naukluft Park will be allowed to drive on the road. Ministry executive director Sikongo Kaihambo stated that all visitors to Deadvlei will be required to use the authorized shuttle service as part of the ministry鈥檚 concession agreement to control access to the area. Deadvlei is a major tourist attraction in the Sossusvlei area, and previously tourists could self-drive to reach it.
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