Namibia has some of the highest sand dunes in the world

Dune 7 is one of many sand dunes in Namibia's Namib Desert, which stretches for over 2000 kilometers along the Atlantic coast. The dune stands 383 meters tall, making it the world's tallest sand dune. It's called Dune 7 because it's the seventh dune you'll encounter after passing through the nearby Tsauchab River. The Namib Desert is the world's oldest desert and offers numerous adventure opportunities.

Climbing this dune early in the morning to see the sunrise from the top is one of Namibia's most incredible experiences. Dune 7 provides a breathtaking view of the valley below. Some claim that the view from the top in the evening can be otherworldly, with the valley bottom below resembling a "moonscape." This location is a photographer's paradise because the lighting changes throughout the day and night, causing shadows and colors to shift constantly. Sossusvlei's dunes are known as "star dunes" because the wind blows from three directions, causing the sand to form star shapes. This also means that the dunes tend to stay in one place rather than drift with the prevailing wind.