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- Experience the spectacular landscapes and incredible wildlife of Namibia first-hand with a 10-night self-drive tour.
- Watch lions, elephant and antelopes gather around waterholes while on game drives, and marvel at the ochre dunes of the Namib Desert.
- Stay in a range of safari lodges and traditional-style hotels with selected meals included, and travel in comfort in a spacious Renault Duster SUV.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Observe an array of fantastic wildlife in Southern Africa during this 10-night tour. Watch lions, elephants and antelope collect around waterholes out in the grasslands during a game-viewing experience in Etosha National Park.
Observe zebras and giraffes grazing in Damaraland, before taking in the glorious sunset. Next up is Swakopmund, with one of the world’s finest examples of a petrified forest.
Continue on to the vast wilderness Namib Desert, with its ochre-red dunes and rugged Sesriem Canyon. End your tour with a journey through the savannah bushlands of the Kalahari Desert.
Your itinerary:
Day 1: Windhoek (arrival)
Day 2: Windhoek / Etosha National Park
Day 3: Etosha National Park
Day 4: Etosha National Park
Day 5: Etosha National Park / Damaraland
Day 6: Damaraland / Swakopmund
Day 7: Swakopmund
Day 8: Swakopmund / Namib Desert
Day 9: Namib Desert
Day 10: Namib Desert / Kalahari Desert
Day 11: Windhoek (departure)
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Day 1: Windhoek (arrival)
Upon arrival in Namibia, pick-up your rental vehicle at the international airport, drive to Windhoek and spend your afternoon at leisure.
You'll have a meet and greet service at the airport where you'll be escorted to the car hire kiosk to fill our your car rental documents. A representative will be on-hand to answer any questions about your itinerary, and offer advice.
You'll also be given your travel planner which includes 24-hour assistance information, maps, a Sense of Africa Namibia VIP card, and a pre-paid SIM card.
Overnight at The Elegant Guesthouse (or similar).
DAY 2: WINDHOEK / ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Breakfast at the hotel. Then take the road to Etosha National Park (approximately 530 kilometres). Along the way, admire the unique landscapes.
Overnight at Onguma Bush Camp (or similar).
Day 3 & 4: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Breakfasts at the hotel. Each day, enjoy full-day game drives in the National Park.
In the vast arid space of Northern Namibia, this park is one of Southern Africa’s best loved wildlife sanctuaries. The Etosha National Park offers excellent game viewing in one of Africa’s most accessible venues. Zebra and springbok are scattered across the endless horizon, while the many waterholes attract endangered black rhinoceros, lion, elephant and large numbers of antelope.
Dinners (excluding drinks) and overnight at Etosha Village (or similar).
Day 5: Etosha National Park / Damaraland
Breakfast at the hotel. Continue to Damarland. Huge, unspoiled and wildly beautiful, Damaraland is an exceptional landscape of open plains and spectacular rock formations. The main attractions are Spitzkoppe, Brandberg, Twyfelfontein, Vingerklip and the Petrified Forest.
Dinner (excluding drinks) and overnight at Vingerklip Lodge (or similar).
Day 6: DAMARALAND / SWAKOPMUND
Breakfast at the hotel. Go for an optional visit to the Petrified Forest, Twyfelfontein and the village of Damara.
Then take the road to the Swakopmund region (approximately 380 kilometres). With its palm-lined streets, seaside walks and quality accommodation, Swakopmund is Namibia's most popular holiday destination.
Overnight at Swakopmuind Sands (or similar).
DAY 7: SWAKOPMUND
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to explore the region or choose optional excursions. There are plenty of activities on offer, from sandboarding and quad biking to parachuting and camel rides.
Overnight at Swakopmuind Sands (or similar).
Day 8: Swakopmund / Namib Desert
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave for the heart of the Namib Desert (approximately 370 kilometres).
The Namib is the oldest desert in the world. The landscape is remarkably varied, famed for its giant red dunes in Sossusvlei. The desert is home to Welwitschia, a living fossil plant, endemic chameleons, fur seals along the coast, brown hyenas, jackals and, remarkably, one of Africa's largest antelopes, the Gemsbok. The name Namib is of Nama origin and means 'vast place.'
Overnight at The Elegant Desert Lodge (or similar).
DAY 9: NAMIB DESERT
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today, take a tour of Sossusvlei, the surreal Dead Vlei, and Sesriem Canyon. Don't forget your camera!
Overnight at the Elegant Desert Lodge (or similar).
DAY 10: NAMIB DESERT / KALAHARI DESERT
Breakfast at the hotel. Cross the savannah south to reach your lodge in the Kalahari Desert (approximately 310 kilometres). The Kalahari is a living desert of exceptional beauty. The sands are typically red, covered in fine, wispy grass, mostly golden, and dotted with acacia trees and a variety of wildlife including gemsboks, impalas, jackals and cheetahs.
Go for an optional nature tour in the Kalahari Desert for an even more enriching day.
Dinner (excluding drinks) and overnight at Camelthorn Lodge (or similar).
DAY 11: WINDHOEK (DEPARTURE)
Breakfast at the hotel. Return to Windhoek International Airport to drop off your vehicle and take your return flight.
Your Hotels —
HAND-PICKED JUST FOR YOU
Throughout your tour, you'll be accommodated in Standard Rooms in the following lodges and hotels, chosen for your comfort and convenience:
Windhoek: The Elegant Guesthouse (or similar)
Etosha Park: Onguma Bush Camp (or similar)
Etosha region: Taleni Etosha Village (or similar)
Damaraland: Vingerklip Lodge (or similar)
Swakopmund: Swakopmund Sands (or similar)
Namib Desert: The Elegant Desert Lodge (or similar)
Kalahari Region: Camelthorn Lodge (or similar)
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay, with breakfasts included from Day 2 until Day 11. You'll also enjoy included dinners (excluding drinks) on Day 3, 4, 5 and 10.
Your Journey —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers:
Transfers are not included with this offer.
Car Hire:
For the freedom to explore your destination at your own pace, make the most of included car hire with your booking. Please note you cannot be guaranteed a specific make of car within a certain group. The lead name on the booking will be confirmed as the named driver. The named driver must present a credit card in their name when collecting the car (credit cards in other names will not be accepted). The named driver must also present a full valid driving licence on the collection of the vehicle and in some cases, a credit card or cash deposit will be required. Please ensure that you check your car hire documents carefully once received as this will advise if there are any taxes/charges to be paid locally as well as potential mileage restrictions. Other fees may be applicable in addition to the cost of your car rental for any additional products added to your car rental. Important information about offers without a flight:
To ensure that your rental car is available upon arrival, please notify us of your flight schedules within 48 hours of making your reservation by filling out the relevant form in your member account. Without this information, your car may not be available on time.
Your Destination —
Namibia
Located in southwestern Africa, Namibia boasts a well-developed infrastructure, some of the best tourist facilities in Africa, and an impressive list of breathtaking natural wonders. Visitors can explore the capital of Windhoek and discover the lovely coastal town of Swakopmund boasting remnants of the country’s German influence, reflected in the architecture, culture, cuisine and the annual Oktoberfest celebrations.
To properly appreciate this extraordinary country, you will have to venture out of the cities to explore the remarkable natural landscapes Namibia has to offer. These include: the impressive Fish River Canyon; the vast Etosha National Park teeming with abundant wildlife, such as lions, desert-adapted elephants and the Hartmann's Mountain Zebra; the hauntingly beautiful Kalahari Desert; and of course the Namib Desert stretching for over 2000 km along the magnificent Atlantic Coast. Namibia is an ideal destination for travellers seeking an unforgettable African experience in a uniquely beautiful untamed wilderness.
