Your journey begins…
Discover the main highlights in Namibia, from the awe inspiring seas of sand of the Namib desert, the cultures and awesome landscapes of Damaraland and the variety and amounts of wildlife. This tour showcases the major highlights of the country.
Inclusions
Accommodation: As specified
Meals: All meals as specified in the itinerary
Classic: 8 Breakfasts
Superior: 8 Breakfasts, 8 lunches and 6 dinners
Drinks: Selected beverages (incl. in superior only)
Entrance Fees: Namib Naukluft National Park, Twyfelfontein, Petrified Forest, Living Museum of the Damara, Etosha National Park
General: Still mineral water on the bus, tourism levy and government taxes where applicable, 24hrs medical evacuation insurance
SOA Green Seat
Exclusions
All International / Domestic Flights and taxes
Visas
Travel and Personal accident insurance
Personal Expenses
Excursions / Activities not specified
Gratuities
Day 1 | Wednesday
NAMIB DESERT
Departing Windhoek, we travel to the Namib Desert. This is the gateway to Sesriem Canyon and Sossusvlei, with some of the highest dunes in the world. The afternoon is spent relaxing at the pool or taking part in optional activities offered at our lodge.
Classic: Overnight at The Elegant Desert Lodge.
Superior: Overnight at Sossusvlei Lodge – Light lunch and dinner.
Day 2 | Thursday
SOSSUSVLEI / NAMIB DESERT
Entering the Namib Naukluft National Park shortly after sunrise. Be captivated by the surreal Deadvlei and Sossusvlei. Continue to the Sesriem Canyon, before returning to our lodge to enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Classic: Overnight at The Elegant Desert Lodge – Breakfast. Superior: Overnight at Sossusvlei Lodge – Desert breakfast, light lunch and dinner.
Day 3-4 | Friday – Saturday
SWAKOPMUND
Continue your journey to Solitaire, on the edge of the Namib Naukluft National Park, before travelling via the Kuiseb Valley towards the Atlantic Ocean. Reaching the coastal harbour town of Walvis Bay, visit the shallow lagoon, before continuing along the scenic route, we reach Swakopmund, often fondly referred to as the “playground of Namibia” where the rest of the day is spent at leisure.
Classic: Overnight at Hansa Hotel – Breakfast.
Superior: Overnight at Strand Hotel – Breakfast and marine cruise (light lunch day 3).
Day 5 | Sunday
DAMARALAND
Today our journey continues through Uis past the Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain (2 579m), into the Damaraland, one of the least populated and most geologically diverse areas in Africa. This harsh, rocky environment is home to the elusive desert elephant, the black rhino and free-roaming antelope species. We arrive at our lodge in the afternoon, where we have the remaining day at leisure. Classic: Overnight at Ondjamba Hills – Breakfast.
Superior: Overnight at Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp or similar – Breakfast, light lunch and dinner.
Day 6 | Monday
DAMARALAND / BRANDBERG
Enjoy a hearty breakfast overlooking the breathtaking scenery of Damaraland. Embark on a nature drive exploring the area. If you are lucky, you might see the elusive desert elephant. The rest of the day you can relax next to the pool or follow one of the walking trails.
Classic: Overnight at Ondjamba Hills – Breakfast, picnic light lunch Superior: Overnight at Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp or similar – Breakfast, light lunch and dinner.
Day 7 – 8 | Tuesday – Wednesday
ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Start our day in Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO heritage site where Bushman communities engraved and painted over 2 500 pictures some 6 000 years ago! After a visit to the nearby Living Museum of the Damara, we proceed to the Petrified Forest – a geological phenomenon. View the Welwitschia mirabilis plant – the oldest living desert plant in the world. Our onward journey takes us to the wildlife heaven of Namibia – the Etosha National Park. The next morning embark on a full day guided game drive in the Etosha National Park.
Classic: Overnight at Eldorado Lodge – Breakfast.
Superior: Overnight at Epacha Game Lodge & Spa – Breakfast, light lunch and dinner.
Day 9 | Thursday
ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Today your guide takes you on a morning game drive through the Etosha National Park. We may encounter animal species we have not seen the previous day.
Classic: La Rochelle Lodge – Breakfast.
Superior: Overnight at Mokuti Etosha – Breakfast, light lunch and dinner.
Day 10 | Friday
DEPARTURE
Time permitting, en route to Windhoek, we may stop at the famous wood carvers market in Okahandja or the craft market in Windhoek. Spend the afternoon at your accommodation in Windhoek or transferred to the international airport.
Classic: Breakfast.
Superior: Breakfast and light lunch.
