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Peer into the depths of Africa's largest canyon, admire the stark beauty of Sossusvlei's ancient backdrops and see the shimmering expanse of the Etosha Pan on this expedition through Namibia’s surreal landscapes.
Locations Visited
Windhoek, Uhlenhorst, Kalahari Desert, Keetmanshoop, Fish River Canyon, Aus, Solitaire, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Khorixas, Twyfelfontein, Etosha National Park
Countries Visited
Namibia
Travel Style
Country Explorer
Accommodations
12
nights included
Age Requirements
Minimum age 5
Itinerary
COLLAPSE ALLEXPAND ALL
Day 1
Welcome to Windhoek
Your epic small group encounter with Namibia kicks off in its capital, Windhoek. Shuttle transfers have been arranged to depart from Windhoek Airport. Arrive at your hotel and enjoy time at leisure before meeting your Driver Guide and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and dinner.
Accommodation
Weinberg Hotel
Meals
Dinner
Highlights
Stays with Stories
Originally built in 1901 the Weinberg wine estate was bought by the Stoermer family in the 1950's. Steeped in history this heritage hotel is a true Namibian gem.
Day 2
Depart for the Desert
Embrace the freedom of the open road as we venture into the Kalahari Desert – Namibia’s boundless, sandy beauty. We'll Connect With Locals en route, joining the third generation Seifart family on their agriculture and livestock farm. Head out on a farm tour, meeting some of the resident cattle, goats and sheep and learn about Namibian farm life along the way, before tucking in to a delicious light lunch of homemade specialities during this Be My Guest experience.
Accommodation
Kalahari Anib Lodge Kalahari Desert
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Highlights
Meet the Seifart Family on their Farm in Uhlenhorst
Meet members of the third generation Seifart family on their livestock and agricultural farm, who'll share stories of Namibian farm life over a lunch of home made specialities.
Day 3
Onwards through the Kalahari Desert to Fish River Canyon
See the iconic forest of Quiver Trees – the towering aloes from which the San people fashion their quivers to this day. After a short stop in Keetmanshoop with free time for lunch, travel to Naute Dam before arriving at your motor-themed lodge to savour a spectacular Namibian sunset.
Accommodation
Canyon Roadhouse Hotel Fish River Canyon
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
Keetmanshoop Orientation
Enjoy discovering the beauty of Keetmanshoop.
See Naute Dam
Enjoy the sights as you explore Naute Dam.
Day 4
Admire Fish River Canyon and on to Aus
Peer over the ancient chasm carved by the Fish River to form Africa’s largest canyon. Carved over millennia, the Fish River Canyon’s gigantic ravine provides sanctuary to klipspringer, zebra and even wild horses. We continue our journey to the spectacular Aus Mountains where you’ll spend the afternoon getting close to nature.
Accommodation
Desert Horse Inn Aus
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
See Fish River Canyon
Admire the stunning views at Fish River Canyon.
Day 5
Off to the Solitaire Region
Immerse yourself in the Southern Namib region admiring desert vistas and expansive skies as we conquer the open road. Marvel at Baron von Wolf's Duwisib Castle, a gift of love for his American Wife. Settle in to the comfort of your lodge and spend the afternoon relaxing, before embarking on a nature drive into the desert.
Accommodation
Namib Desert Lodge Solitaire
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
Duwisib Castle Visit
Discover the rich history of Duwisib Castle.
Day 6
Sand Dunes of Sossusvlei and Landscapes of Deadvlei
In a country renowned for its epic landscapes, competition for the top spot is tough. But it is Sossusvlei and Deadvlei that rightly deserve this crown and it is where we begin our adventure today. Gaze up at the towering Dune 45, then meander into the eerie but beautiful photographers' paradise of Deadvlei, to snap iconic photos of dead camel thorn trees on a bed of white clay pans, perfectly framed by towering sand dunes and clear blue skies. Your early morning adventure in Sossusvlei complete, travel on to explore the ravine walls of the Sesriem Canyon, carved out by the Tsauchab River.
Accommodation
Namib Desert Lodge Solitaire
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
Sossusvlei and Deadvlei Scenic Drive
Discover the iconic landscapes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei on your scenic drive.
Day 7
Head to Coastal Swakopmund
After breakfast, we drive to the German-inspired seaside town of Swakopmund, known for its colonial buildings and encroaching desert. Take in striking architectural landmarks like the Woermannhaus and the Kaiserliches Bezirksgericht during an orientation tour. This evening is at leisure, and a perfect opportunity to experience Swakopmund's characteristic local cuisine over dinner.
Accommodation
The Delight Hotel Swakopmund
Meals
Breakfast
Highlights
Swakopmund Orientation
Enjoy the seaside town of Swakopmund.
Day 8
Swakopmund Your Way
During your free time perhaps consider joining an Optional Experience catamaran wildlife cruise in Walvis Bay in search of the marine 'Big 5'. Or make the most of your free time by sampling Black Forest cake and Florentiners at one of the town's quaint German Bäckerei or indulge in some locally brewed Windhoek Lager.
Accommodation
The Delight Hotel Swakopmund
Meals
Breakfast
Day 9
Venture to Damaraland
Follow Namibia’s salt route en route to Damaraland, a place where mysterious flat-topped lava mountains and petrified trees cast shadows across the terracotta-coloured terrain.
Accommodation
Damara Mopane Lodge Damaraland
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
Travel Along Namibia's Salt Route
Discover the mysterious landscapes of Namibia's Salt Route.
Day 10
Continue to Etosha National Park Area
We make an important stop at Twyfelfontein to admire its ancient rock engravings. As we journey north, we visit the Petrified Forest and its unique fossilised tree trunks. Meet members of the OvaHimba tribe with whom we'll Dive Into Culture to gain insights into their hunter-gatherer traditions that have spanned thousands of years. During your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience visit to the village, learn about the OvaHimba culture and traditions.
Accommodation
Etosha Safari Lodge
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
Learn about the Otjikandero Himba Orphan Village Project
Visit an OvaHimba village to learn from the residents about the local culture and traditions.
See Twyfelfontein
Enjoy the beauty of Twyfelfontein.
See the Petrified Forest
The Petrified Forest is a remarkable scene, with numerous fossilised sections of trees dating back to prehistoric times. Take time to contemplate this fascinating scenery during your visit today.
Day 11
Explore Etosha National Park
Explore one of the world’s great wildlife sanctuaries on a full-day safari. Climb aboard your safari vehicle and join your expert guide as you travel between watering holes, renowned as the best spots to view the parks' plentiful wildlife. Track herds of elephants as the matriarch slowly and purposefully leads them to the nearest waterhole, and look out for the big cats seeking refuge in the shade from the heat of the day. After a full day of wildlife spotting you'll return to your accommodation in time to watch a beautiful sunset and perhaps toast to a successful day on safari.
Accommodation
Etosha Safari Lodge
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Highlights
Etosha National Park Tour LS
Spend your day surrounded by the beautiful wildlife at Etosha National Park.
Day 12
Journey Back to Windhoek
We bid farewell to Etosha and travel south back to Windhoek. This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner at one of the city's most famous and lively beer houses to celebrate the end of a magical journey through Namibia.
Accommodation
Weinberg Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 13
Farewell Windhoek
With our journey at its close, we say goodbye to our new-found friends and transfer to Windhoek airport. Shuttle transfers have been arranged to depart at 06:30am and 11:30pm.
Please Note: This Namibia Adventure trip is run on a small group basis. The vehicle operating it will be smaller than a standard coach, relative to the number of guests, and it is standard tour operator practice in Namibia for trips of this group size to have a Driver Guide.
Roads in Namibia are a combination of tarmac roads and dirt/gravel roads where dust levels can be higher than in other parts of the world. The Namibian government implements a road maintenance programme but their condition can vary and sometimes journeys can feel less than smooth and rougher than on the tarmac roads.
Visit Kalahari Desert, Keetmanshoop, Quivertree Forest, Fish River Canyon, Duwisib Castle, Sossusvlei, Dune 45 & Deadvlei, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Twyfelfontein Ancient Rock Art, the Petrified Forest and Etosha National Park
View Naute Dam, Sesriem Canyon and the Moon Landscape valley near Swakopmund
See the Namib-Naukluft Mountains
What's Included
Transport
All transport and transfers shown
Air-conditioned coach or Quantum bus
Travel Director
Driver Guide in Kenya, Tanzania and Namibia
Hotels
Cherry-picked hotels and safari lodges, all tried and trusted
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Sightseeing
Must-see sightseeing
Optionals
Optional Experiences and free time
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