$6,141 to $6,446 pp (USD)
This tour is offered in NAD.
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Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Windhoek - First Glimpse of Namibia's History
Arrival in Windhoek - First Glimpse of Namibia's History
Arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport, where your private guide will be ready to welcome you and remain at your full disposal throughout the journey. Depending on your flight arrival time, there may be an opportunity to begin discovering Windhoek’s history with a visit to Christuskirche and the Tintenpalast, two of the capital’s most recognisable landmarks.
Continue to Hotel Thule, where you can settle in and enjoy panoramic views over Windhoek before relaxing for the evening. As the sun sets over the capital, enjoy dinner at the hotel while taking in the city lights and reflecting on the first impressions of Namibia.
- Main Destination:
- Windhoek (City)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Thule
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Windhoek to the Kalahari - Into the Southern Landscapes
Windhoek to the Kalahari - Into the Southern Landscapes
After breakfast, depart Windhoek with your private guide and travel south towards the vast landscapes of the Kalahari. As the scenery changes from the capital to open plains and desert wilderness, your guide will share fascinating insights into Namibia’s landscapes, people and history.
A relaxed lunch stop can be made along the route, providing an opportunity to stretch your legs and enjoy a meal before continuing deeper into the southern landscapes or alternatively have lunch at the lodge.
Arrive at Kalahari Anib Lodge, where you can settle in and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure to relax at the lodge or take in the Kalahari scenery.
As evening approaches, the colours of the Kalahari begin to deepen across the horizon. Enjoy dinner at the lodge before settling into a peaceful evening surrounded by the quiet beauty of the desert.
- Main Destination:
- Kalahari Region
- Accommodation:
- Kalahari Anib Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Kalahari to Fish River Canyon - Bushmen Wisdom & Ancient Landscapes
Kalahari to Fish River Canyon - Bushmen Wisdom & Ancient Landscapes
After breakfast, experience a guided Bushmen Wisdom Experience, offering a fascinating insight into traditional knowledge, survival techniques, medicinal plants, hunting traditions and the deep relationship between the San people and the natural environment.
Continue south towards the Fish River Canyon, stopping along the way at the extraordinary Quiver Tree Forest. Among hundreds of these distinctive trees, your guide will share the natural and cultural stories surrounding this remarkable landscape.
A packed lunch will be enjoyed beneath the vast southern skies, making the journey itself part of the experience before continuing towards Canyon Roadhouse.
Upon arrival, settle into this atmospheric desert retreat and enjoy some time to relax.
As evening settles over the southern landscape, unwind at Canyon Roadhouse and enjoy dinner in the atmospheric surroundings of this much-loved desert property.
- Main Destination:
- Fish River Canyon (|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld TP)
- Activities:
- Nature hikes/walks
- Accommodation:
- Canyon Roadhouse
Wildlife in |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld TP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Fish River Canyon - One of Africa's Great Natural Wonders
Fish River Canyon - One of Africa's Great Natural Wonders
After breakfast, set out with your guide on a morning excursion to the Fish River Canyon, taking in some of the most spectacular viewpoints while learning about the extraordinary geological and human history of this immense landscape.
Return to Canyon Roadhouse around midday for a relaxed lunch, followed by time to rest and enjoy the lodge during the warmer hours of the afternoon.
Later, head out once again with your guide for an afternoon and sundowner drive, experiencing the canyon landscape as the light changes and the surrounding mountains take on their evening colours.
Return to the lodge after sunset and enjoy dinner in the relaxed atmosphere of Canyon Roadhouse, surrounded by the rugged character of the region.
- Main Destination:
- Fish River Canyon (|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld TP)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Normal 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Canyon Roadhouse
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Fish River Canyon to Lüderitz - A Town Steeped in History
Fish River Canyon to Lüderitz - A Town Steeped in History
Night 5 of 9
After breakfast, travel west through the stark landscapes of southern Namibia towards Lüderitz.
Along the way, learn about the historic railway network that connected the interior with the Atlantic coast and played an important role in the development of the region.
Arrive in Lüderitz and explore the historic town, with its striking German colonial architecture and colourful buildings.
Check into Lüderitz Nest Hotel overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Historical focus: Railway development, German colonial history and the growth of Lüderitz.
- Main Destination:
- Lüderitz (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Luderitz Nest Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Diamonds in the Desert – Kolmanskop & Lüderitz
Diamonds in the Desert – Kolmanskop & Lüderitz
After breakfast, journey into the desert to Kolmanskop, the legendary ghost town created by Namibia’s diamond rush. Explore the abandoned buildings and hear the stories of the people, wealth and industry that once transformed this remote settlement into a thriving mining town.
Continue to Diaz Point, where Portuguese explorer Bartolomeu Dias erected a stone cross in 1488, marking one of the earliest European encounters along this coastline.
Following your morning exploration, pause for lunch at a local restaurant or return to Lüderitz Nest Hotel, before enjoying some time to relax and take in the distinctive atmosphere of the coastal town.
As evening arrives, enjoy dinner at the hotel or select from Lüderitz’s range of restaurants for another taste of this historic coastal settlement.
- Main Destination:
- Lüderitz (Town)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Normal 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Luderitz Nest Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lüderitz to Aus - Railway Heritage with Sundowner Experience
Lüderitz to Aus - Railway Heritage with Sundowner Experience
After breakfast, leave Lüderitz behind and travel towards Aus, a small settlement whose history is closely connected to Namibia’s early railway network and the movement of people and goods through this remote region.
Arrive in Aus and take time for lunch before settling in and enjoying the surrounding landscapes. Your guide can share further insight into the history of the railway, the settlement and its importance in connecting Namibia’s remote south.
Later, head out with your guide for a sundowner tour of Aus, discovering the history of the settlement and its surrounding landscapes while enjoying the changing colours of the desert.
Pause at a scenic location to enjoy snacks and drinks as the sun sets over the rugged landscape, creating a memorable end to the day.
Return to the lodge as darkness settles across the desert and enjoy dinner in the peaceful surroundings of Aus.
- Main Destination:
- Aus (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Bahnhof Hotel Aus
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Aus to the Namib Desert - From History to Desert Wilderness
Aus to the Namib Desert - From History to Desert Wilderness
After breakfast, continue towards the magnificent Namib Desert, travelling through some of southern Namibia’s most dramatic and remote landscapes.
Arrive at Le Mirage around midday, where you can enjoy lunch before settling into your desert surroundings. With time to slow down after the journey, the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your own pace.
Depending on your preference, choose an optional lodge activity or simply relax and take in the tranquillity of this remarkable desert retreat.
As the desert cools beneath the evening sky, enjoy dinner at Le Mirage and the distinctive atmosphere of this secluded desert sanctuary.
- Main Destination:
- Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
- Accommodation:
- Desert Homestead Lodge
Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Sossusvlei – Namibia's Iconic Desert Landscape
Sossusvlei – Namibia's Iconic Desert Landscape
An early start takes you deep into the ancient Namib Desert on a full-day guided Sossusvlei excursion. Travel through the spectacular dune sea towards some of Namibia’s most iconic landmarks, including Dune 45, Big Daddy, Deadvlei and Sesriem Canyon.
Your guide will provide insight into the extraordinary desert environment, its history and the remarkable adaptations that allow life to exist in one of the world’s oldest deserts.
A packed lunch will be enjoyed during the excursion, providing a relaxed pause amid the extraordinary desert scenery before continuing your exploration of Sossusvlei and its surrounding landscapes.
Return to Le Mirage in the late afternoon to relax after a memorable day among the dunes. As evening settles over the Namib, enjoy dinner and a peaceful final night surrounded by the vast desert landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Normal 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Desert Homestead Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Namib Desert to Hosea Kutako - Farewell to Namibia
Namib Desert to Hosea Kutako - Farewell to Namibia
After breakfast, depart the Namib Desert and begin the journey back towards Hosea Kutako International Airport.
Depending on your flight departure time, there may be an opportunity for some final souvenir shopping or a short stop along the way. Your guide will remain at your disposal and assist with the final arrangements before your departure.
A relaxed lunch stop can be arranged along the route, depending on your flight schedule, before continuing towards the airport.
Your historical journey through Namibia comes to an end, having travelled from the heritage of Windhoek and the traditions of the Kalahari to the diamond stories of Lüderitz, the railway history of Aus and the timeless landscapes of the Namib Desert.
- Main Destination:
- Windhoek (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
