12-Day Damaraland, Etosha NP & Swakopmund Mid-Range 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 will meet you and transfer you to your mid-range guesthouse in the city, where you can settle in after your flight. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge and enjoy the lush garden, or explore the highlights of Windhoek on a short city tour. You could visit Independence Avenue, the Christuskirche, or the local craft markets. In the evening, savor a welcome dinner at your accommodation, sampling traditional Namibian cuisine and meeting your guide to discuss the itinerary for the days ahead.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City)

Accommodation:

Villa Vista Guesthouse

• Mid-range guest house

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Etosha National Park Safari

After breakfast in Windhoek, you depart the city and drive north to Etosha National Park. Along the way, observe the changing landscapes as you leave the urban centre behind and journey through savannah and farmland. Upon arrival at the park, check in at Okaukuejo Camp, your mid-range accommodation located inside the park. After lunch, embark on your first game drive to explore the waterholes near Okaukuejo, which attract an abundance of wildlife including elephants, zebras, giraffes, and antelopes. As evening sets in, enjoy a sunset game drive and watch animals gather at the camp's floodlit waterhole. Dinner is served 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 rest camp located inside Etosha NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day in Etosha

Spend a full day exploring the salt pans and plains of Etosha National Park. Wake before sunrise to embark on an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, spotting elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes and more. Return to camp for lunch and relax during the midday heat, watching animals visit the waterhole. In the afternoon head back out for another exciting game drive, ending the day by the floodlit waterhole as nocturnal creatures make their appearance.

Main Destination:

Etosha National Park

Accommodation:

Okaukuejo Resort

• Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

More Etosha Game Drives

Today you continue your exploration of Etosha National Park, venturing to different regions such as Halali and Namutoni to see how the terrain and wildlife vary across the vast park. Set off early for a morning game drive, stopping at various waterholes where herds gather and predators lurk. Your guide will share insights into the park’s ecology and the adaptations that allow animals to thrive here. After a midday break at your rest camp, return to the bush for an afternoon drive, scanning for elusive species and soaking up the changing light. As dusk falls, relax at camp and reflect on your wildlife encounters under the starlit Namibian sky.

Main Destination:

Etosha National Park

Accommodation:

Halali Resort

• Mid-range lodge located inside Etosha NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Damaraland and Twyfelfontein

Today you depart Etosha and journey west into Damaraland, a region known for its rugged mountains and sweeping desert plains. En route you might stop to marvel at ancient trunks at the Petrified Forest or the surreal hues of Burnt Mountain. On arrival in Twyfelfontein you explore the UNESCO-listed rock engravings that tell stories of early hunter‑gatherers and keep an eye out for desert‑adapted elephants that roam this arid landscape. Settle into your lodge for dinner amid dramatic scenery.

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
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Damaraland Exploration

Spend a full day discovering Damaraland’s varied landscapes and cultural heritage. In the morning visit the Organ Pipes, impressive basalt columns carved by volcanic activity, and learn about the geology of this rugged region. Then meet with members of the Damara community to hear stories about their traditions and daily life. Later you can hike through rocky hills surrounding your lodge, taking in panoramic desert vistas and watching for desert-adapted wildlife such as elephants. As evening approaches, enjoy sundowners overlooking the dramatic scenery before sitting down to a delicious dinner at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Twyfelfontein (Rock Art)

Accommodation:

Twyfelfontein Country Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Damaraland

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Skeleton Coast and Swakopmund

Today you travel from Damaraland towards the Atlantic coast, following the legendary Skeleton Coast where dunes meet the ocean. Along the way you'll see scattered shipwrecks half-buried in the sand and stop at Cape Cross to marvel at the noisy seal colony. Arriving in the German colonial town of Swakopmund by early afternoon, you have time to stroll along its palm-lined streets, relax on the beach or browse local cafés and shops. Dinner tonight is on your own, giving you the chance to sample one of the town's excellent restaurants.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City)

Accommodation:

Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Swakopmund Adventure Day

Spend the day at leisure in Swakopmund, a charming coastal town where the desert meets the Atlantic. This is your opportunity to tailor your adventure: soar down the towering dunes on a sandboard, rev up a quad bike for an exhilarating ride across the Namib sands, or head to nearby Walvis Bay for a dolphin and seal cruise. You can also simply wander through the town's cafes and craft shops, admire its colonial architecture and sample fresh seafood. With no set schedule, this is a chance to relax and soak up the sea air.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City)

Accommodation:

Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Spitzkoppe and Brandberg

Travel inland to the striking granite peaks of Spitzkoppe or the towering Brandberg massif, nicknamed the "Matterhorn of Namibia". Spend the day hiking among soaring rock formations and balancing boulders, soaking up the expansive desert vistas. A local guide can explain the region's geology and point out hidden San rock art sites, including the famous White Lady painting at Brandberg or ancient petroglyphs at Spitzkoppe. In the evening, enjoy a campfire dinner under a canopy of stars, with the silhouettes of the mountains creating a dramatic backdrop.

Main Destination:

Spitzkoppe (Damaraland)

Accommodation:

Spitzkoppe Lodge

• Mid-range hotel

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Erongo Wilderness

Spend a full day immersed in the rugged beauty of the Erongo Mountains. Join your lodge's guides for morning and afternoon nature walks through the volcanic rock formations, learning about the unique flora and geology while keeping an eye out for klipspringer, rock hyrax, and colourful birdlife. Between walks, relax on your private veranda with views over the ancient granite boulders or take a leisurely scenic drive to explore hidden valleys and prehistoric rock art sites. As the day draws to a close, enjoy sundowners as the sun paints the mountains in golden hues before returning to your comfortable tented lodge for a wholesome dinner and a tranquil night under the star-studded Namibian sky.

Main Destination:

Erongo Mountains (Mountain Range)

Accommodation:

Erongo Wilderness Lodge

• Mid-range lodge

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to Windhoek

Depart the Erongo area and journey back towards Namibia’s capital. Your driver navigates scenic mountain passes such as Remhoogte or Gamsberg, offering sweeping views of the rugged countryside. Arrive in Windhoek by mid-afternoon and check into your comfortable guesthouse. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps exploring craft markets for souvenirs or visiting local attractions like the Christuskirche. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at your guesthouse or a recommended restaurant, reflecting on your adventures across Namibia.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City)

Accommodation:

Villa Vista Guesthouse

• Mid-range guest house

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Departure

After breakfast, enjoy some free time in Windhoek depending on your flight schedule. You might stroll through local markets, relax at the guesthouse, or take a short excursion to a nearby attraction. At the appropriate time, your driver will transfer you to Hosea Kutako International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your Namibian adventure.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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