10-Day Namibia Mid-Range Safari & Desert Explorer Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Windhoek

Arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek. A driver meets you and transfers you to your mid‑range guesthouse. Depending on arrival time, relax at the lodge or enjoy a short city tour to see Independence Avenue, the Christuskirche and vibrant markets. Dinner is served at the lodge's restaurant. This day sets the tone for your Namibia adventure.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City)

Accommodation:

Villa Vista Guesthouse

• Mid-range guest house

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Etosha National Park Safari

After breakfast, depart Windhoek for Etosha National Park. Arrive at Okaukuejo Camp in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive around the Okaukuejo waterhole, famous for its wildlife concentrations. Spend the evening watching animals gather at the illuminated waterhole and enjoy dinner at the camp restaurant.

Main Destination:

Etosha National Park

Best Time To Visit May to October (Animals come to water)

High Season July to November (The park gets crowded)

Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Etosha NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

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HyenaOccasional

White RhinoVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

CheetahVery Rare

BuffaloNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Okaukuejo Camp

• Mid-range lodge located inside Etosha NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

More Etosha Safari

Continue exploring different waterholes and the vast Etosha salt pan to maximize wildlife sightings, and return to camp for meals and relaxation between the drives. Spend a full day exploring Etosha’s plains and salt pans. Morning and afternoon game drives offer opportunities to spot elephants, lions, rhinos and giraffes. Between drives, relax at Okaukuejo Camp or watch wildlife gather at the waterhole.

Main Destination:

Etosha National Park

Accommodation:

Okaukuejo Camp

• Mid-range lodge located inside Etosha NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Damaraland & Twyfelfontein

Drive west into the rugged landscapes of Damaraland. Visit the UNESCO-listed Twyfelfontein rock engravings, which showcase ancient San rock art. En route you may see desert-adapted elephants wandering the arid plains and dry riverbeds. After exploring the rock formations, head to your lodge, where you can enjoy sundowners overlooking the dramatic scenery. Dinner will be served at the lodge, giving you time to relax and reflect on the day's sights.

Main Destination:

Twyfelfontein (Rock Art)

Best Time To Visit May to October (Animals are easier to see)

High Season July to November (Some places can get quite busy)

Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Damaraland

ElephantOccasional

GiraffeOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LionRare

LeopardVery Rare

ZebraRare

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CheetahVery Rare

HyenaVery Rare

White RhinoNone

BuffaloNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Twyfelfontein Country Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Damaraland

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Skeleton Coast & Swakopmund

Today we leave Damaraland and continue westward towards the Atlantic coast. The road takes us along the rugged Skeleton Coast, famous for its shipwrecks, desert landscapes and colonies of seals. We'll stop at Cape Cross to visit the world's largest colony of Cape fur seals. Afterward, we continue south towards the charming town of Swakopmund. You will arrive in Swakopmund in time for lunch, and the rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore this coastal town. Take a stroll along the promenade, visit the local museums or simply relax by the beach. Dinner is not included tonight; you can choose from one of the many excellent seafood restaurants in town.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City)

Accommodation:

Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Swakopmund Activities

Today is a free day in the coastal town of Swakopmund. After breakfast at the hotel, you can choose how to spend your time. Swakopmund is renowned for its adventure activities and German colonial architecture. Options include sandboarding down the nearby dunes, quad biking across the desert, or embarking on a boat tour on Walvis Bay to spot dolphins, pelicans, and seals. Those seeking a more relaxed day can wander around the town’s charming streets, visit the local museum, or shop for handicrafts at the open-air markets. Take a stroll along the oceanfront promenade and admire the old lighthouse. Lunch and dinner are on your own account, so you can sample one of Swakopmund’s many cafes or seafood restaurants. Overnight at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City)

Accommodation:

Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Drive to Sossusvlei

This morning you depart from Swakopmund heading south through the ever-changing landscapes of the Namib Desert. The drive offers spectacular vistas as you cross the gravel plains and mountain passes. You'll pass by the Kuiseb Canyon and the Gaub Pass, stopping for photo opportunities along the way. Along the route you'll also see the tropic of Capricorn sign and might encounter desert wildlife like springbok and ostrich. Upon arrival in Sesriem, settle into your mid-range Desert Camp, which offers comfortable tents with en suite bathrooms and stunning views of the desert. The rest of the afternoon is free to relax at the pool or enjoy a sundowner as the sun sets over the distant dunes. Dinner is served at camp.

Main Destination:

Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Less hot)

High Season July to November (Busy; high-season rates apply)

Best Weather May to September (Cooler during the day)

Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP

LeopardRare

CheetahVery Rare

ZebraRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

LionNone

BuffaloNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Desert Camp

• Mid-range self catering accommodation located less than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Sossusvlei & Deadvlei

Rise early to watch the sunrise over the red dunes of Sossusvlei, one of the highlights of any Namibian safari. After a light breakfast, drive into the Namib-Naukluft Park and climb one of the towering dunes such as Dune 45 or Big Daddy for panoramic views. Continue deeper into the desert to reach the surreal white clay pan of Deadvlei, dotted with ancient camelthorn trees. Learn about the unique ecology of this desert environment as you explore. Later visit Sesriem Canyon, a narrow gorge carved by the Tsauchab River. Return to Desert Camp for lunch and a restful afternoon, with time to swim or relax. In the evening, enjoy dinner under the stars at camp.

Main Destination:

Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

Accommodation:

Desert Camp

• Mid-range self catering accommodation located less than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Return to Windhoek

Today you leave the coastal and desert regions behind and make your way back to Windhoek. After breakfast, you set off through the scenic Remhoogte Pass, stopping en route for a picnic-style lunch and to take in the wide open vistas of the Namibian highlands. You arrive in the capital by late afternoon and return to Villa Vista Guesthouse for your final night. Spend the evening relaxing at the guesthouse or exploring more of the city at your own pace. A farewell dinner will be enjoyed either at the guesthouse or at one of Windhoek’s recommended restaurants, reminiscing about the adventure you have just experienced.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City)

Accommodation:

Villa Vista Guesthouse

• Mid-range guest house

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning at your guesthouse or exploring Windhoek, depending on your flight schedule. Take this time to repack your belongings and purchase any last-minute souvenirs. You will then be transferred to Hosea Kutako International Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your 10-day Namibian adventure filled with unforgettable landscapes, wildlife encounters and cultural experiences. We wish you safe travels and hope to welcome you back on another safari soon.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.