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Explore Namibia

Duration

10 Nights 11 Days

Starting from

R

83916

A life-changing and authentic African adventure awaits in this action-packed 10-night trip across the Namib Desert

We are proud to be a Travelers’ Choice Awards' Best of the Best Winner

Highlights

  • Etosha National Park

  • Himba Village

  • Swakopmund

  • Sossusvlei

  • Fish River Canyon

  • Private/Guided Tour

Description

Namibia is a country with extraordinary landscapes and as you travel across the desert you will be amazed by the vastness of the land. This 11-day overland tour departs from Windhoek, the country’s capital, and journey’s north to Etosha National Park. Etosha, meaning ‘great white p...

Day 1: Windhoek

Olive Grove Guesthouse

  • Collected at Windhoek Airport – please look out for a board on which your names will be displayed
  • Transfer to your hotel/guesthouse
  • This afternoon we will have a brief city tour of the capital and get an overview of the history of the country
  • Welcome dinner at a local restaurant that provides a wonderful introduction to Namibian culture
  • Overnight: Windhoek Hotel

Olive Grove is a small upmarket accommodation establishment situated close to the city centre in a quiet, peaceful area.

Day 2: Etosha National Park

Etosha Village

  • Collected from Windhoek and travel to Etosha Village, located 2km from the entrance to Namibia’s Animal Kingdom (the drive is approximately 5.5 hours)
  • A warm welcome awaits as we check in and walk around the ‘village’ that has been designed to reflect a traditional Namibian rural village with a few extras for guests’ comfort
  • This afternoon kick back and relax by the pool
  • Authentic African Dinner Experience
  • Overnight: Etosha Village DBB

Uniquely positioned amid an indigenous Mopane forest, the accommodation units at Etosha Village ensure maximum privacy and tranquillity.

Day 3: Etosha National Park

Etosha Village

  • Early morning departure for a full day safari in Etosha National Park looking for Africa’s wildlife
  • Return to the village for a delicious dinner
  • Overnight: Etosha Village DBB

Uniquely positioned amid an indigenous Mopane forest, the accommodation units at Etosha Village ensure maximum privacy and tranquillity.

Day 4: Damaraland

Damara Mopane Lodge

  • This morning we depart for Damaraland stopping off at a Himba Village enroute. The Himba are an indigenous people, and we can meet them and tour their village
  • We continue to Damaraland where we will stay for the night
  • As the earth glides towards twilight, ascend the hill to the viewing platform. Before you lies a sweeping vista of mopane woodland illuminated by the setting sun, with the fan-shaped lodge nestled at its heart. Raise your sundowner drink to toast life and its opportunities, stories and blessings
  • Overnight: Damara Mopane Lodge BB

Every room has its own garden, surrounded by a low wall. The rooms are spacious, have twin beds, and en suite bathrooms. All the rooms have air-conditioning and complimantary tea and coffee facilities.

Day 5: Swakopmund

Brigadoon Boutique Guesthouse

  • After a leisurely breakfast we take a long, but adventurous, drive to Swakopmund
  • Arrive in Swakopmund in the afternoon
  • Check in to guesthouse
  • The rest of the day is at leisure to stretch your legs and explore the town
  • Overnight: Swakopmund Guesthouse BB

Brigadoon Boutique Guesthouse, located in the heart of the coastal town of Swakopmund at the Atlantic Ocean, is a quiet and peaceful haven with each of the 7 comfortable guest rooms having access to a landscaped garden in its heart.

Day 6: Swakopmund

Brigadoon Guesthouse

  • Today is yours to do as you wish: Visit the local market; walk along the jetty; explore the town with its shops and cafes; relax on the beach; or partake in additional activities such as quad biking; a 4x4 desert eco tour; hot air-ballooning; Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Experience
  • Overnight: Swakopmund Guesthouse BB

Brigadoon Boutique Guesthouse, located in the heart of the coastal town of Swakopmund at the Atlantic Ocean, is a quiet and peaceful haven with each of the 7 comfortable guest rooms having access to a landscaped garden in its heart.

Day 7: Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei Lodge

  • Early morning departure for Sossusvlei through the Namib desert
  • Stop off enroute in the unique desert town of Solitaire for a relaxing break
  • Arrive at our lodge in the late afternoon
  • The rest of the day is at leisure to experience the true wonder of desert life from the comfort of the lodge
  • Overnight: Sossusvlei Lodge

Situated at the Entrance Gate to the Namib Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei Lodge offers direct access to the towering red sand dunes, the famous pan of Sossusvlei, the scorched black trees of Dead Vlei and the remarkable depths of the Sesriem Canyon.

Day 8: Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei Lodge

  • As the sun rises, we enter the Namib Naukluft National Park and are met by the startling red dunes of Sossusvlei
  • Opportunity to climb Dune 45, or Big Daddy for those who are super fit!
  • Visit Deadvlei, a photographer’s dream!
  • Return to the lodge in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day relaxing under the desert sky
  • Overnight: Sossusvlei Lodge

Situated at the Entrance Gate to the Namib Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei Lodge offers direct access to the towering red sand dunes, the famous pan of Sossusvlei, the scorched black trees of Dead Vlei and the remarkable depths of the Sesriem Canyon.

Day 9: Fish River Canyon

Canyon Lodge

  • Our journey continues to the Fish River Canyon – the second largest canyon in the world
  • This afternoon take a break from the road and relax in these vast and unique surroundings
  • Overnight: Canyon Lodge

Offering character and charm, without the glitz, the lodge's down-to-earth attractiveness and homeliness is perfect for the rugged Fish River Canyon surrounds.

Day 10: Fish River Canyon

Canyon Lodge

  • Today we take a guided drive to the Fish River Canyon to be inspired by new perspectives - you are taken to the two major lookout points along the Fish River Canyon. Our guide will tell you all about the canyon's fascinating geology. (Approx. 3 hours)
  • All guests are invited to wrap up the day with a short excursion to our very own ‘local’ mountain. Have a drink and watch the sun go down
  • Overnight: Canyon Lodge

Offering character and charm, without the glitz, the lodge's down-to-earth attractiveness and homeliness is perfect for the rugged Fish River Canyon surrounds.

Day 11: Windhoek

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  • Road transfer to Windhoek

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Additional Tour Info

  • 1 night Windhoek Guesthouse DBB

  • 2 nights Etosha National Park DBB

  • 1 night Damaraland BB

  • 2 nights Swakopmund Guesthouse BB

  • 2 nights Sossuvlei BB

  • 2 Nights Fish River Canyon BB

  • Certified guide

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Airport ‘Meet & Greet’

  • Transfer from airport to guesthouse

  • City Tour

  • Welcome dinner

  • Road transfer ex Windhoek to Etosha National Park

  • Wildlife safari

  • Park fees

  • Himba Cultural Tour

  • Damaraland

  • Road transfer ex Damaraland to Swakopmund

  • Market visit

  • Beach

  • Road transfer ex Swakopmund to Sossusvlei

  • Namib-Naukluft National Park

  • Sossusvlei Dunes

  • Deadvlei

  • Park fees

  • Road transfer ex Sossusvlei to the Fish River Canyon

  • Fish River Canyon Tour

  • Road transfer ex Fish River Canyon to Windhoek

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