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Arrival
Day 1
Self drive adventure awaits
Self drive adventure awaits
Upon your arrival at the Hosea Kutako International
Airport, you will be met in the arrivals hall by a
representative of the car hire company holding a
sign with your name on it. After a few formalities,
the adventure begins!
You will drive through the capital city of Windhoek
before heading south to Bagatelle Boutique
Farmhouse through the town of Rehoboth. Heading
out of this town, you will begin to notice a change in
scenery from grassy and rocky plains to small rolling
red Kalahari dunes. The drive time from Windhoek
to Bagatelle is approximately 3 hours, and as you
approach Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch be on the
lookout for ostrich and giraffe. You will check in at
Bagatelle Main Lodge, and they will direct you to the
Farmhouse Villa. When you enter the gate to drive
to the main lodge you may encounter other wildlife
such as oryx and sable. You should arrive at the Villa
just in time for sunset, followed by dinner and your first
night on safari in Namibia.
- Main Destination:
- Kalahari Region
- Accommodation:
- Bagatelle Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Namib Naukluft Park
Namib Naukluft Park
This morning after breakfast at Bagatelle Farmhouse,
you will head southwest through the town of
Mariental on your way to Namib Desert Lodge,
descending from the central plateau into Namib-
Naukluft National Park. You will be leaving the
grassy savannah behind as you enter the desert
landscape. Be sure to stop along the way for photo
opportunities. Keep your eyes peeled for roaming
oryx, springbok, ostrich and the occasional blue
wildebeest. Without stops, the drive, which begins
on paved roads and turns into gravel, should take
approximately 4 hours. Road conditions can vary
and slower speeds (80km/h max) are advised.
After check-in, you can enjoy some lunch and relax
by the inviting pool before you head out for some
exploration. There's stunning scenery for miles and
miles in this area. Don't miss the magical Namibian sunset.
- Main Destination:
- Namib-Naukluft National Park (Namib Desert)
- Accommodation:
- Namib Desert Lodge
Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Dunes of the Namib
Dunes of the Namib
Today, we recommend a visit to Sossusvlei,
Deadvlei, Dune 45, Big Daddy and Sesriem
Canyon. The photo opportunities here are
incredible!
There is only one road in and out of the Sesriem
entrance gate. The entrance fee is N$150/person
and N$50/vehicle. Remember to hang on to your
receipt so you can get into the park later in the
afternoon if you would like.
Deadvlei is a white clay basin with petrified trees
estimated to be over a 1000 years old. Walking
distance from the parking area to Deadvlei is about
1.2 km after driving the very sandy gateway;
however, we recommend you take the NWR shuttle
from the Deadvlei parking area to Deadvlei for
N$200, as many people get stuck in the deep sand,
which can be a costly recovery. You will definitely
want to spend some time here hiking up and down
the dunes to get different perspectives. You may
want to climb Big Daddy, which towers over
Deadvlei. We also recommend a late afternoon visit
to the Sesriem slot canyons.
- Main Destination:
- Namib-Naukluft National Park (Namib Desert)
- Accommodation:
- Namib Desert Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Sunset over the Atlantic Ocean
Sunset over the Atlantic Ocean
You will need to get an early start today! You will head
further north through the Namib-Naukluft National
Park. You will want to make a quick stop in
Solitaire, where you can enjoy freshly baked apple
pie or other delicious pastries. Next, you will cross
the Tropic of Capricorn, and drive through the
Kuiseb Canyon with always-changing scenery where
photo opportunities abound. Next you will drive
through Walvis Bay, the main harbor town of
Namibia on your way to Swakopmund. Drive time
today is approximately 4 hours.
There are lots of shops to explore in this quaint
seaside town and adrenaline fueled activities on
offer, such as skydiving. You may also want to
consider taking a hike in the dunes just south of
town. We recommend dinner at one of the excellent
restaurants on the water, and we recommend
making reservations ahead of time.
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Delight Swakopmund
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Ocean meets the Desert
Ocean meets the Desert
This morning a representative from Namibia Dream
Safaris & Tours will meet you at the front desk of The
Delight for your Sandwich Harbor 4x4 dune
excursion.
Sandwich Harbor is a place many have heard of but
very few have ever visited. Giant sand dunes run
straight into the ocean, creating breathtaking
sceneries and unique landscapes, just waiting to be
discovered! When the time comes to enjoy
something to eat, your guide simply finds a suitable
place to stop and serves a selection of snacks with
sparkling wine, water, beers, and sodas. After the
excursion, you will be dropped off at The Delight.
This afternoon is at your leisure. You may want to
consider an adventure activity like sand boarding, e-
biking or an ATV ride in the dunes just south of
town. It's time to follow your heart's desire!
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Delight Swakopmund
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Playground of the gods
Playground of the gods
Today you will be heading inland two hours to
Spitzkoppen Lodge. Enjoy your day exploring the
area!
The entrance fee to Spitzkoppe is N$160/person,
which is paid at the reception area. There are
several guided hikes also available that last
anywhere from 3-5 hours for an additional fee of
N$150 to N$400/person.
- Main Destination:
- Spitzkoppe (Damaraland)
- Accommodation:
-
Spitzkoppen Lodge
Wildlife in Damaraland
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Desert adapted Elephants
Desert adapted Elephants
This morning after breakfast at Spitzkoppen Lodge,
you will drive northwest through the town of Uis,
past the Brandberg, the highest mountain in
Namibia. Along the way you will see Damara
settlements and communities, as you make your way
to Grootberg Lodge. Drive time today is
approximately 5.5 hours on dirt roads.
Upon arrival and check-in at Grootberg Lodge in the
late afternoon, you can relax and unwind by the pool
or relax on the deck of your cottage and take in the
spectacular views of the Klip River Valley. The lodge
offers a Moringa Guided Walk that you may also
want to consider for the afternoon, but the walk
cannot be pre-booked because it only takes place if
the lions are not roaming in the area. The cost is
approximately N$257/person. Later in the
afternoon, you will join a professional lodge guide
for a scenic sundowner drive on the plateau.
- Main Destination:
- Kunene Region
- Accommodation:
- Grootberg Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ancient art and culture
Ancient art and culture
You will be traveling a short distance today from
Grootberg Lodge to Twyfelfontein Country Lodge on
a scenic road through the mountains and the Huab
River Valley.
Here, you can visit the Twyfelfontein (UNESCO
World Heritage Site - Rock Art) to get a peek
into Africa's ancient hunter-gatherer cultures when
you hike through the impressive prehistoric rock art
at Twyfelfontein. The entrance fee is approximately
N$270/person.
You can also visit the Damara Living Museum,
where you'll get a glimpse of a day in the life of the
Damara people and how they live from making fire
to singing and dancing. The entrance fee is
approximately N$130/person.
Damaraland is also a great place to go for a hike on
the trails around the lodge or relax by the pool. This
afternoon at 3 PM, you will join a professional lodge
guide to go for an Ephemeral (Dry) River Bed
off-road adventure exploring the Huab River beds
for desert-adapted elephants.
- Main Destination:
- Damaraland
- Accommodation:
- Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Wildlife and sunsets
Wildlife and sunsets
This morning after breakfast at Twyfelfontein Country
Lodge, you will travel further east to Etosha Safari
Lodge on the western side of Etosha National Park.
The drive time today between destinations will be
approximately 3 hours, 30 minutes. You should
arrive in time to enjoy lunch.
This afternoon, you will join the lodge's afternoon
game drive in Etosha National Park on an open-
sided 4x4 safari vehicle. You will be on the lookout
for lions, elephants, cheetahs, springbok, rhinos,
giraffe and more! Be sure to check with the front
desk at check-in for the departure time of this game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Etosha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Etosha Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Etosha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Game drive trails
Game drive trails
Today it's time for the two of you to explore this vast
national park and its epic waterholes on your own
and marvel at the changing landscape and scenery
as you search for wildlife. Lunch can be enjoyed at
one of the camps in the park. Enjoy the adventure!
Important to Note: do NOT exit your vehicle
unless you are in one of the park's gated enclosures
or camps.
The park entrance fee is N$150/person and N$ 50 per Vehicle.
- Main Destination:
- Western Etosha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Etosha Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Luxury await
Luxury await
Today you will head east through Etosha National
Park to Onguma The Fort. Remember, the park
entrance fee is N$150/person and N$50/vehicle.
You will have the option to explore various
waterholes to see what animals you can find! You
can spend as much or as little time as you want
exploring the park, but we recommend arriving at
The Fort in the early afternoon to give yourself time
to unwind before you join a professional lodge
guide for a Sundowner Drive on the Onguma Private Game Reserve.
- Main Destination:
- Onguma Private Game Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Onguma The Fort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
A Day of reflection
A Day of reflection
After breakfast this morning at Onguma The Fort,
you will have an opportunity for game viewing from
an Onkolo Hide at Onguma Game Reserve
before departing for Otjibamba Lodge. You will
drive south through the towns of Tsumeb and Otavi
on your way to the lodge in Otjiwarongo. The drive
from Onguma to Otjibamba is approximately 3h 55 min.
- Main Destination:
- Otjiwarongo (City)
- Accommodation:
- Otjibamba Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Conservation insight
Conservation insight
Today after breakfast at Otjibamba Lodge, you have
the option to do a Day Centre Visit to
Okonjima Nature Reserve on your way back to
Windhoek. The entrance fee is N$880/person. It is
approximately 80km from the lodge to Okonjima.
We wish you safe travels home and hope you will
forever enjoy the incredible Namibian safari
memories you are taking with you!
- Main Destination:
- Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
