We Love —
- Experiencing an unforgettable adventure at your own pace, discovering the country's main sites at the wheel of your hire car: Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha, etc.
- Staying in lodges for an even more immersion and a truly authentic trip.
- Prolonging the adventure with a 13-night extension in the Fish River Canyon region!
Your Itinerary in Brief —
More than just a road trip, this 10- or 13-night tour of Namibia will be an extraordinary journey through time. From north to south in your rental car, the surreal dunes of Sossuvlei will captivate you.
YOUR ITINERARIES
11 days/10 nights
Day 1: Windhoek
Day 2: Etosha National Park - Onguma Private Game Reserve
Day 3: Etosha National Park
Day 4: Etosha National Park
Day 5: Damaraland
Day 6: Swakopmund
Day 7: Swakopmund
Day 8: Namib Desert
Day 9: Sossusvlei
Day 10: Kalahari Desert
Day 11: Return to Windhoek
14-day/13-night tour
Day 1: Windhoek
Day 2: Etosha National Park - Onguma Private Game Reserve
Day 3: Etosha National Park
Day 4: Etosha National Park
Day 5: Damaraland
Day 6: Swakopmund
Day 7: Swakopmund
Day 8: Namib Desert
Day 9: Sossusvlei
Day 10: Lüderitz
Day 11: Fish River Canyon
Day 12: Fish River Canyon
Day 13: Garas Quiver Tree Forest
Day 14: Return to Windhoek
Please note that the order of activities may be changed without affecting the interest of the itinerary.
Enjoy a truly authentic experience! This tour takes you through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes. In some regions, accommodation options are exclusively no-frills (yet authentic). We invite you to embrace the allure of uncharted territories, immersing you in the genuine essence of each region. Our unwavering dedication to excellence has led us to meticulously select the best establishments that align with local standards. If you crave extraordinary destinations, boundless expanses of untouched beauty, and soul-enriching cultural revelations, look no further – this extraordinary expedition awaits, tailored exclusively for adventurers like you!
Your Itinerary in Detail —
10-night tour
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN WINDHOEK
On arrival in Namibia, you will collect the rental vehicle from the international airport before heading to Windhoek to spend the afternoon at your leisure.
DAY 2: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK - ONGUMA PRIVATE RESERVE (APPROX. 530 KILOMETRES)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Etosha National Park, in the Onguma Private Game Reserve.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 3: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
While you're in the park, take the opportunity to meet the African fauna on a safari (optional at extra cost)!
Breakfast, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 4: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
For over 100 years, zebras, elephants, giraffes, oryx, blue wildebeest, gazelles, kudu and a variety of other rare animals have roamed the park in peace. Tourist vehicles meandering along the dusty gravel roads are barely noticeable. If you're lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of nocturnal predators such as lions, leopards, hyenas or jackals roaming the savannah. But birdwatchers will also be in for a treat with hundreds of species of birds.
The Etosha Basin is a large salt pan which, depending on the season, is dry and dusty in the midday heat or attracts thousands of migratory birds after heavy rain.
Breakfast, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 5: DAMARALAND (APPROX. 328 KILOMETRES)
Drive to Damaraland. Discover its magnificent landscapes, made up of inselbergs, and isolated island-shaped rocks. As you approach Uis, you will admire the country's highest mountain, the Brandberg, which at 2,573 metres is home to Bushman paintings, the most famous of which is the White Lady.
Breakfast, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 6: Swakopmund
Before setting off for Swakopmund, you can opt for an optional visit to the Petrified Forest, the town of Twyfelfontein or the village of Damara!
Breakfast and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 7: SWAKOPMUND
Swakopmund is a city with an important historical past and a seaside resort on the Atlantic Ocean prized by Namibians. Built-in the early days of German colonisation to serve as a port, this town of particular charm, built according to the references of Germanic architecture, has managed to retain its unique character over time and through political changes.
Breakfast and overnight at the hotel.
DAY 8: NAMIB DESERT (APPROX. 365 KILOMETRES)
From Swakopmund, you'll head into the Namib Desert. This is the gateway to the Sesriem Canyon and Sossusvlei, where some of the world's highest sand dunes rise above the white plains of the desert.
Breakfast and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 9: SOSSUSVLEI
Set off early today to witness the sunrise with magnificent views along the road to Sossusvlei. Shortly after sunrise, enter the Namib Naukluft National Park where the first rays of the sun colour the sand mountains in shades of apricot, red and orange, against a clear blue sky. Admire surreal Deadvlei, surrounded by some of the highest dunes in the world, and Sossusvlei, where the dried-up Tsauchab River ends abruptly between the dunes. Take the opportunity to climb one of these majestic dunes and admire the desert landscape at the top.
Descend along the rocks towards the Sesriem Canyon. Those who don't know this canyon exists could easily miss it!
Breakfast and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 10: KALAHARI DESERT (approx. 310 km)
It's time to head to the Kalahari Desert and its typical savannah! Once you've arrived at your lodge, you can opt, as an optional extra, for a guided excursion into the desert by car.
Breakfast, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 11: FLIGHT BACK (APPROXIMATELY 254 KILOMETRES)
Back to Windhoek to return the rental car to the airport and catch the plane, with memories flooding your mind...
Breakfast.
13-night tour
Please note that the programme from day 1 to day 9 is similar to the 10-night self-drive programme.
DAY 10: LÜDERITZ (APPROX. 347 KILOMETRES)
Take advantage of your last day in the Namib Desert to visit the charming village of Lüderitz, in the south of the territory. This village is inhabited by the Nama people, who live off livestock and agriculture. It forms a stage town between the desert and the Fish River Canyon, the extension of your adventure!
Breakfast and overnight at the lodge.
DAYS 11 TO 12: FISH RIVER CANYON (APPROX. 287 KILOMETRES)
During your days there, you can discover the spectacular scenery of the Canyon, as you wind your way along the roads to the ghost town of Kolmanskop, or marvel at the viewpoint over the Fish River.
Breakfast and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 13: KALAHARI DESERT (approx. 449 km)
It's time to head out into the Kalahari Desert and its savannah typical! Once you've arrived at your lodge, you can opt, as an optional extra, for a guided excursion into the desert by car. You can also visit the Garas forest, an essential part of the region.
Breakfast, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
DAY 14: FLIGHT BACK (APPROXIMATELY 254 KILOMETRES)
Back to Windhoek to return the hire car at the airport, before boarding the plane, memories flooding your head...
Breakfast.
Your Hotels —
Hand-Picked Just for You
Maximum room capacity
During this magnificent stay in Namibia, you will be accommodated in various hotels and lodges, so that you can rest comfortably after your days of discovery:
Your accommodation :
Windhoek: The Elegant Guesthouse
Etosha National Park: Onguma Bush Camp and Etosha Village
Damaraland: Vingerklip Lodge
Swakopmund: Swakopmund Sands
Sossusvlei: The Elegant Desert Lodge
Kalahari Desert: Intu Africa Camelthorn Lodge
Fish River Canyon extension (for the 13-night tour only): Klein Aus Vista Desert Horse Inn and Canyon Lodge
Hotels listed in the programme; if unavailable, accommodation in hotels of a similar category.
The maximum room capacity is 3 adults or 4 adults, depending on the tour chosen. Single rooms are not available.
Your dining choices
During your tour, you will enjoy breakfast every day, to get your days off to a great start! Some dinners (excluding drinks) are also included at certain stages of your itinerary (see itinerary).
Your Optional Excursions —
Catamaran cruise: AM Dolphin and Seal Cruise (Walvis Bay, Swakopmund region)
We set sail between 08:45 and 09:00 (check-in 08:30) every morning from our jetty on the Walvis Bay waterfront for an educational marine tour of the bay area in search of the marine Big 5: whales, dolphins, Mola, leatherback turtles and seals.
We round the point and head out to sea. In season (July to November), large mammals such as the southern right whale and the humpback whale are often seen, while other whale species such as the grey whale and the pygmy right whale have made appearances. Bottlenose dolphins, Heaviside dolphins and dusky dolphins are regularly seen, as are moon fish and leatherback turtles. Our three catamarans are accompanied by a wide variety of seabirds, including marsh gulls, Hartlaubs' gulls, pelicans and Cape cormorants. We hoist the sails of our four sailing catamarans whenever possible, switch off the engines and let our guests experience the real sailing. They can even help set the sails and adjust the ropes.
Our journey from Pelican Point takes us past some of the bay's most interesting ships and oil rigs. We serve fresh oysters with sparkling wine, savoury snacks and desserts, as well as light drinks, soft drinks and mineral water. Return to the Waterfront around 12.30 pm.
The price includes :
Fresh Atlantic oysters served with bread, lemons, black pepper and Tabasco sauce Seafood platters Meat platters Canapés platters with various cocktail cakes Soft drinks, fruit juices, beer, mineral water, coffee and tea
The price does not include :
Please note that transfer/pick-up is not included in the activity price, but can be arranged. Please note that this is an additional charge. There are no rules regarding clothing. However, we advise you to bring warm clothing (jacket or similar) as Walvis Bay is known for its rapid weather changes.
Duration: 3 hours
Maximum: 20 people per tour
Minimum: 2 people per tour
Languages: English, German
Visit to the Charly Desert: AM Living Dunes Experience (Swakopmund)
Join us for an extraordinary exploration of the coastal dune belt just outside Swakopmund. To the untrained eye, the dunes are just a pile of sand, but our knowledgeable and experienced guides will show you a wealth of life.
The price includes :
Mineral water is provided with all tours. If other or additional drinks are requested, a supplement will be charged.
The price does not include :
Any additional drinks
Duration: 3 hours
Maximum: 10 people per tour
Minimum: 2 people per tour
Languages: English and German
Safari in Etosha National Park - Onguma Private Reserve
Safaris in Etosha National Park take place in the afternoon and are led by expert guides in open-air vehicles. Etosha is home to around 114 species of mammal. These include the black-faced impala - there is no southern impala in the park - and the endangered black and white rhinos.
The price includes :
Drinks and entrance fees
The price does not include :
Everything not mentioned in the "price includes" section
Duration: 4 hours
Maximum: 9 people per tour
Minimum: 2 people per tour
Language: English
Sandwich Harbour 4x4
Leaving the Walvis Waterfront, we take a short break at the Walvis Bay lagoon to observe the masses of flamingos and other coastal birds that reside in and around the lagoon at different times of the year.
Several archaeological sites dating back a thousand years exist on the site. Human activities include fishing, guano collection and hunting. If our vehicles are unable to drive along the beach to Sandwich Harbour due to high tide, you will have the opportunity to view the lagoon area from one of our many beautiful vantage points and have time to walk and explore. We'll have time to walk and explore. We'll have time to stop along the way for photos.
When it's time to eat, your guide simply finds a suitable spot to stop and serve a selection of oysters and snacks along with sparkling wine, beers and soft drinks. We usually do this at the top of a high dune overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, between the dunes or on the beach.
Our excursion will introduce us to the typical flora and fauna of the region. Animals that have adapted to the desert include the black-backed jackal, the fog beetle, the dancing spider (white lady of the Namib), the golden mole, the flat-nosed lizard, the palm gecko, the springbok, the oryx, the brown hyena and the ostrich.
The return route passes spectacularly high dunes and guests can experience an exhilarating 4x4 drive, before returning to the beach for an easy cruise home.
The price includes :
4x4 excursion with light lunch and refreshments
The price does not include :
Everything not mentioned in the price includes
Duration: 4 hours
Maximum number of participants: 10 per tour
Minimum number of participants: 3 per tour
Languages: English, German
Sunset tour from Elegant Desert Lodge
For the most spectacular sunsets, we'll take you for a sundowner at the edge of the mountains, where you can admire the vast plains stretching out before you like a blanket. See how the magnificent mountains rise up to the clear blue sky. Watch herds of gemsbok and their young graze on the plains or climb the nearby koppies.
The price includes :
Drinks and snacks
The price does not include :
Everything not mentioned in the "price includes" section
Duration: 2 hours
Maximum: 9 people per tour
Minimum: 2 people per tour
Language: English
Your Journey to Namibia —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your Destinations —
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.
