$4,392 to $4,536 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Welcome to Namibia
Welcome to Namibia
Arrive at the airport early in the morning as the tour departs at 08h00. Chat with us for some options if you require a pre-night in Windhoek. Our guide will meet you and depart in a 4x4 SUV or double cab.
Just before Mariental, we drive east into the Kalahari Desert to overnight at Kalahari Anib Lodge. The stylish, spacious, and refreshing lodge is imbued with the spirit of the Kalahari with its burnished sand, ostrich eggshell light, and camelthorn trees. Dinner at the hotel is included.
- Main Destination:
- Kalahari Region
- Accommodation:
- Kalahari Anib Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
A Day in the Kalahari
A Day in the Kalahari
After a leisurely morning, enjoy a drive to the Kalahari Farmhouse to visit the Self-Sufficiency Centre which supplies local lodges with 70% of its fresh produce, all cultivated in the unusually lush setting. Treat yourself to a wholesome and delicious lunch in the Farmhouse’s peaceful garden.
A highlight of a stay at Kalahari Anib is a wonderfully relaxing afternoon nature drive into the Kalahari. Later, toast life from the top of a dune as the sand turns a fiery red. Dinner at the lodge is included.
- Main Destination:
- Kalahari Region
- Accommodation:
- Kalahari Anib Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Drive to Sossusvlei
Drive to Sossusvlei
After a good night’s sleep and a full breakfast, it is time for a taste of the ancient Namib Desert.
The route takes you past the majestic Namib Naukluft Mountains near Büllsport before reaching the Namib with its combination of spectacular desert scenery and majestic mountains.
We arrive by late afternoon and have time to relax and cool off before dinner and overnight. The Namib Desert Lodge is set below an impressive ridge of fossilized sand dunes, formed 20 million years ago. Dinner at the lodge is included.
- Main Destination:
- Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
- Accommodation:
- Namib Desert Lodge
Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Desert and Dunes
Desert and Dunes
An early start to the day awaits. Drive to Sossusvlei and enter the park as the sun rises. Much of the day is spent climbing the highest sand dunes in the world. Big Daddy offers a strenuous climb, but the view along the crest is completely worth it.
Upon descent, the whispering sands of the Namib lead to the ancient camelthorn trees of Dead Vlei – one of the most photographed areas in Sossusvlei - before returning to the lodge.
Dinner at the hotel is included.
- Main Destination:
- Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
- Accommodation:
- Namib Desert Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Drive to the Coastal Swakopmund
Drive to the Coastal Swakopmund
Enjoy a buffet breakfast at Namib Desert Lodge before the journey through the fascinating desert landscape to Swakopmund.
The first stop is the desert outpost of Solitaire, famous for its apple pie. The route crosses the Tropic of Capricorn, marking the sun’s turning point at 23˚ south on its annual journey before meandering through the Gaub and Kuiseb Canyons. The cool and often misty town of Swakopmund, which lies between the crashing Atlantic Ocean and the Namib Desert, balances the day’s journey perfectly. Old German architecture, wide streets, and a plethora of restaurants, coffee, and curio shops make this coastal town a joy to explore.
The Delight Hotel is a fresh breeze in the desert, providing a delightful home for your stay in Swakopmund. Meals are at leisure during your stay here. Your guide can also give you some recommendations.
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Delight Swakopmund
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Explore or Leisure Day
Explore or Leisure Day
A highlight of a stay at The Delight is its scrumptious breakfast spread. Pour yourself a glass of champagne and freshly squeezed orange juice and savor Walvis Bay oysters before heading off to explore the town. Otherwise, you can choose an activity or a half-day or full-day excursion.
Swakopmund is the adventure capital of Namibia and excursions range from Living Desert tours, kayaking in the Walvis Bay Lagoon, and dolphin cruises to sandboarding, quad-biking, and skydiving. Your guide can assist you, depending on your requirements and preferences.
You can also choose to just relax, walk through the town and its long sandy beach, and end the day in one of Swakopmund’s popular restaurants.
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Delight Swakopmund
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Drive to the Damaraland
Drive to the Damaraland
Continue northwards to Henties Bay along the coast before veering inland towards Uis and the Brandberg Massif. As you near the Ugab River, look out for the striking Herero women with their colourful stalls.
The next stop is the Petrified Forest, a testament to the Earth’s intriguing geological history.
Your overnight stop, Damara Mopane Lodge, is 30km east of Khorixas. Built in a semi-circular labyrinth design with a turquoise pool at its centre, the lodge is a lovely surprise. Each chalet has its very own garden with fresh vegetables, sunflowers and the occasional scarecrow peeking out.
Stroll up the koppie (little dune) in the late afternoon to watch the sunset and appreciate the expansive view over the mopane woodland before the inviting aromas of dinner call you back to the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Damaraland
- Accommodation:
- Damara Mopane Lodge
Wildlife in Damaraland
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Rock Art and Burnt Mountain
Rock Art and Burnt Mountain
Rock art is on the agenda today with a visit to Twyfelfontein, home to a treasure trove of ancient rock engravings. The area was once visited by groups of hunters and gatherers, who congregated at the rock pools in the Dry season. Their shamans beseeched the gods for rain, healing for their people, and luck for the hunt, hammering their prayers into the sandstone rock. The desert environment has preserved these engravings for thousands of years.
Other geological stops include the Organ Pipes and the Burnt Mountain. For some local culture, you’ll visit the Damara Living Museum.
Return to the lodge to cool off. Do not miss the afternoon walk to the sunset deck for a sundowner drink and an exceptional view of the landscape. Dinner at the hotel is included.
- Main Destination:
- Damaraland
- Accommodation:
- Damara Mopane Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Drive to Etosha South
Drive to Etosha South
Today, travel via Outjo into the heart of the country, Etosha National Park.
After departing Damara Mopane, you may visit a Himba village before continuing to the Etosha National Park area. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
This relaxed and down-to-earth camp has a quirky restaurant based on the shebeens (taverns) of old. Musicians strum guitars in the courtyard and sing local tunes while the guests relish the good fare. Tap your toes and sing along at this lively, fun venue before returning by starlight to your comfortable room and the peace of an Etosha night. Dinner at the hotel is included.
- Main Destination:
- Etosha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Etosha Safari Camp
Wildlife in Etosha NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Game Viewing in Etosha
Game Viewing in Etosha
Explore Etosha and its many waterholes where the wildlife gathers to quench their thirst.
Every season has its own beauty in this special conservation area. The full-day drive gives you the chance to view the array of sleek African wildlife in their natural surroundings.
Return in the afternoon to the friendliness of Etosha Safari Camp for your last night of the tour. Dinner at the hotel is included.
- Main Destination:
- Eastern Etosha National Park
- Accommodation:
- Etosha Safari Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Back to Windhoek
Back to Windhoek
Breakfast is enjoyed at the camp before the drive southwards back to Windhoek via Okahandja’s popular Woodcarver’s Market.
You arrive in Windhoek in the late afternoon where your guide will drop you off at your chosen accommodation in the capital city. This night is not included, but you can chat with us about different options. If you have a late flight, the guide can transfer you to the airport for your onward flight.
- Main Destination:
- Windhoek (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
