The sand's orange and pink colours indicate considerable iron content.
The world's tallest dunes are here. Most are over 200 metres.
The term "Big Daddy" has been given to the dune that is 325 metres in height.
Early morning fogs from the Atlantic Ocean bring water to Sossusvlei.
There are a number of underground rivers in the region, and as a result, the pans are frequently flooded.
The world's most distant desert has no light pollution. No light pollution means great stargazing.
Quad bikes are great for exploring. You can explore the desert with them.