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Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Windhoek to Kalahari Desert - 282km (175miles) +/-3H30min
Windhoek to Kalahari Desert - 282km (175miles) +/-3H30min
You will start your journey from Windhoek heading in the southerly direction on the B1 main highway, travelling via the thin strip of the Kalahari Desert that is visible to the eastern side. Rehoboth will be your first town on the route, here you can stock up on snacks and some basic items. Commonly known as the home of the Baster people, the mixed-race community. Afterwards, you’ll then continue to Kalkrand. It is not until you’re close to Mariental that you bid the main road B1 farewell and make your way east into the Kalahari.
The Kalahari is a fossil desert, thus don’t expect to see tall Sossusvlei-style dunes devoid of greenery here. The Kalahari is usually greener than Namibia, and with this vegetation comes the ability to support more flora and fauna than a true desert.
Upon arrival, your lodge offers scenic drives, game viewing activities, as well as e-bike activities and nature trails. The sunsets are fabulous and a good excuse here before a lovely dinner at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Mariental (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Suricate Tented Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Kalahari Desert to Sesriem Area - 311km (193miles) +/-5H25min
Kalahari Desert to Sesriem Area - 311km (193miles) +/-5H25min
Today is a lengthy drive across the country to yet another desert on the opposite spectrum on the western part of Namibia. You will set off quite early, after your breakfast, and enjoy one of the most scenic drives. Mariental will be the first stop on the route, an ideal filling station, and a chance to buy some water and snacks perhaps. You’ll reach the small town of Maltahöhe next.
The Naukluft Park is one of the largest parks in Africa and the world at over 49,000sq km (19,000sq miles). The Namib Naukluft Park also contains some of the most iconic attractions of the country, like the towering sand dunes of Sossusvlei. Other attractions include the desert-adapted vegetation.
Upon arrival, you will reach your beautiful camp late in the afternoon. Here, you will have a chance to book the optional activities for tomorrow morning, such as the Hot Air Balloon over the dunes, nature drives and scenic flights with the helicopter.
- Main Destination:
- Sesriem (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Desert Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
A pre-dawn start is a must this morning in order to appreciate the wonders that this area has on offer. The Sossusvlei area offers visitors some of the picturesque and indescribable landscapes in the world, with unbelievable colour contrasts at sunrise and after sunset along with amazing photographic opportunities.
Sossusvlei is the very end of the Tsauchab River, approximately 55km from the Atlantic Ocean, which on rare occasions turns into a true water-filled oasis after heavy rainfall. This phenomena has not been evident for the last few years, as this area is predominantly bone-dry throughout the year averaging around 20mm of rainfall per annum. You'd return to your camp just before noon in order to enjoy some lunch and some pool time. Your late afternoon activity would be to visit the Sesriem Canyon.
Upon arrival, enter Sossusvlei at sunrise the next morning and remember to take plenty of water, sun cream, a hat, walking shoes, camera batteries and film/memory.
- Main Destination:
- Deadvlei (Sand Dunes)
- Accommodation:
- Desert Camp
Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Sossusvlei Area to Swakopmund - 343km (213miles) +/-5H30min
Sossusvlei Area to Swakopmund - 343km (213miles) +/-5H30min
You'll leave the Sossusvlei area early enough to enjoy a cool scenic drive to the coastal town of Swakopmund along the mighty Atlantic Ocean as you get closer. You will also transit via the Gaub and Kuiseb Mountain passes which warrant short stops, as the geology around these areas is extraordinary.
Upon arrival in Swakopmund, you can park your vehicle and relax at your accommodation after a long drive before embarking on a short afternoon walking tour to see the town’s historical monuments. You can look forward to the Dolphin tour scheduled for the following day in Walvis Bay.
On arrival, Visit restaurants, shops and attractions in Swakopmund. Spend an extra day making the most of the cool air and refreshing sea. Among the many activities on offer here, we recommend a scenic flight over Skeleton Coast; an informative living desert tour, sandwich harbour tour, and other activities like the quad-biking, sandboarding in the dunes, and skydiving for the adventurers.
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Pension Rappmund
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Swakopmund
Swakopmund
This coastal town is known for its variety of activities that it offers to travellers, and we'd highly recommend a dolphin cruise this morning on a catamaran in the town of Walvis Bay.
Although they cannot guarantee marine life sightings, guests are highly likely to encounter seals, pelicans, flamingos and seagulls throughout the year. Dolphins can also be spotted year-round. Other animals which can be seen on a seasonal bases include turtles, Mola Mola, penguins and whales.
The afternoon is a relaxed one, where our guests can do some curio shopping or just wonder the lively markets of this unique city.
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Pension Rappmund
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe - 152km (94miles) +/-2H20min
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe - 152km (94miles) +/-2H20min
Today’s drive will be a relatively short one, therefore, a late morning breakfast would be good. You are also welcome to conduct some last-minute shopping in Swakopmund this morning before heading to the Spitzkoppe.
The Spitzkoppe is undoubtedly one of the most photographed mountain motifs of Namibia. This inselberg prevails above the surrounding plains by 700m with an overall height of 1728m above sea level.
The Spitzkoppe (meaning pointed dome) have a distinctive form, which can be spotted from a great distance. It is also often called the “Matterhorn” of Namibia. Further west we also find the so-called Pontok Mount.
After your arrival, you will have some time to just relax at the camp and enjoy the lovely views that this area has on offer. In the late afternoon, it is worth visiting the bushman paradise site consisting of historical rock paintings by the indigenous San tribe. The famous ‘arch’ is also worth a visit.
- Main Destination:
- Spitzkoppe (Damaraland)
- Accommodation:
-
Spitzkoppe Cabin Camp
Wildlife in Damaraland
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Spitzkoppe to Palmwag Concession - 323km (201miles) +/-4H45min
Spitzkoppe to Palmwag Concession - 323km (201miles) +/-4H45min
This morning would require a very early departure from the Spitzkoppe as you will have a lengthy drive that takes you past the small former mining town of Uis (which would be your fuel stop) on route to the Palmwag rhino concession. On your way, you will pass the Brandberg Mountain, known to be the highest mountain in Namibia at over 2,500m (over 8,400ft) above sea level.
You will also transit through the Twyfelfontein area of Damaraland, which is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site and an optional stopover for our guests who are interested in seeing the iconic rock engravings made by the San people. Some of the artwork dates back to over 6000 years.
Upon your late afternoon arrival at the Palmwag area, you warrant a cold beverage at the beautiful lodge! The Palmwag Concession also pays homage to the desert-adapted elephants and lions of Namibia.
- Main Destination:
- Palmwag (Damaraland)
- Accommodation:
- Palmwag Camping2Go
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Palmwag Concession
Palmwag Concession
The Palmwag Concession is an area covering over 400,000 hectares (988,400 acres) of conservation land. The Palmwag Concession is of pristine semi-desert wilderness and is home to a number of rare, desert-adapted species, such as lion, elephant, giraffe and black rhino.
Palmwag is a private concession, ran in collaboration with a number of conservation and local community organisations. The reserve is specially well-known for providing habitat for the largest population of south-western black rhinos in Africa, under the protection of the organization known as the Save the Rhino Trust.
This afternoon, you can go on a nature walk to explore more of this area and enjoy the wonderful views.
- Main Destination:
- Palmwag (Damaraland)
- Accommodation:
- Palmwag Camping2Go
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Palmwag Concession to Etosha National Park - 298km (185miles) +/-3H55min
Palmwag Concession to Etosha National Park - 298km (185miles) +/-3H55min
This day would need yet another early departure, as you make your way to the famous Etosha National Park. The drive however takes you to the small town of Kamanjab, as your stopover to refuel, and grab a few supplies before making your way to the Etosha National Park.
One of Namibia’s most exceptional adventures is to visit the Etosha National Park. Your journey today will take you to this great game sanctuary through some of the lands belonging to the iconic Himba tribe.
You should arrive around noon in Etosha and just in time for some lunch before going off on your first game drive inside this vast park with your own vehicle. Enjoy beautiful African sunset and game viewing at the waterhole close to your beautiful lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Etosha National Park
- Accommodation:
-
Halali Resort
Wildlife in Etosha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park
You can start early this morning with your game drive to continue looking for your favourite animals today.
The Etosha National Park is famous for African elephant, lion, leopard, hyena, rhino, and other antelope sightings. It offers a very pleasant experience, especially to first-timers in the part. The waterholes are clearly marked and the maps of the park are very clear and simple to follow. Etosha Pan lookout point is a great stopover while enjoying your game drive, to see the vastness of the great white open space.
In the afternoon, you have the option of booking a morning, afternoon, or night game drive offered by Namibia Wildlife Resorts.
- Main Destination:
- Etosha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Halali Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Eastern Etosha National Park
Eastern Etosha National Park
Your safari in the Etosha National Park is booked for yet another full day in order to give you more time to discover the north-eastern end of this vast park maximizing your chances of seeing more wildlife.
This park, which was first proclaimed a national park in 1907, but has significantly decreased in size since then. You can look for more wildlife while seeing a variety of different bird species.
After a full day of game driving in the park, you will have your last evening just outside the northeastern gate of the park, at the Namutoni Resort.
- Main Destination:
- Eastern Etosha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Namutoni Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Etosha National Park to Windhoek - 531km (330miles) +/-4H55min
Etosha National Park to Windhoek - 531km (330miles) +/-4H55min
You will rejoin the main road known as the B1 when heading south from the town of Tsumeb to Otavi, and further south.
You have come to the end of your tour and will continue heading south on the B1 road to the capital city of Windhoek but transiting via Okahandja. Here you can take time to stop and shop, considering that this is home to Namibia’s largest wood carving and craft market.
Your arrival in Windhoek will be late in the afternoon and it's another great chance to see the African sunset from the city.
- Main Destination:
- Windhoek (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
