Big Daddy Dune
Mountain in Hardap · 800 m
The hike up Big Daddy Dune
The route starts at Daddy Dune — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
Check signage and any parking fees on site.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Big Daddy Dune?
Big Daddy Dune is 800 m above sea level and lies in Hardap. Its prominence is 166 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Big Daddy Dune?
From Daddy Dune it is about 2.9 km one way with 249 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 11 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Big Daddy Dune?
The nearest parking is Daddy Dune (northwest of the peak) — 2.9 km on foot · ↑ 249 m · about 2 h 11 min round trip. Alternative: Sossusvlei 2x4 Parking (northeast of the peak) (about 6.9 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Big Daddy Dune in Conquer?
Yes — Big Daddy Dune is one of 1,090 peaks in Namibia in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Big Daddy Dune in the app
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