10-Day Safari around Namibia

The Etosha National Park, Windhoek, the Namib Desert, and Swakopmund are highlights of this 10-day Namibia safari. You will explore key locations across the country.

Description

Day 1: Windhoek

Welcome to Namibia! Upon arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport, transfer to your hotel. After settling in, join a 3-hour guided tour of Windhoek to learn about its history and see important sites such as the Church of Christ, Sam Nujoma statue, and Supreme Court. End the day back at the hotel.

Day 2: Windhoek – Namib Desert

After breakfast, depart for the Namib Desert in a 4x4 vehicle. After settling into your accommodation, enjoy a walking tour on desert paths, culminating in a sunset view from Elim Dune. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Day 3: Namib Desert

Leave early for sunrise views over the desert, observing the changing colors of the dunes. Explore Deadvlei and hike Big Daddy. Enjoy a picnic lunch at Sossusvlei before visiting Sesriem Canyon and returning for dinner.

Day 4: Namib Desert – Swakopmund

Depart the Namib Desert for Swakopmund, stopping at Solitaire for apple pie. Travel along the coast, passing the Tropic of Capricorn and reach Walvis Bay. Overnight in Swakopmund.

Day 5: Swakopmund

Free day to explore Swakopmund, with options for activities like sandboarding and quad tours.

Day 6: Swakopmund – Damaraland

Leave Swakopmund for Damaraland, stopping at the Zeila Shipwreck and visiting Cape Cross to see sea lions. Dinner and overnight in Damaraland.

Day 7: Damaraland

Experience dawn in Damaraland and learn about desert elephants. After lunch, visit Twyfelfontein to see petroglyphs before returning to the hotel.

Day 8: Damaraland – Etosha National Park

Travel to Etosha National Park after breakfast, visiting Okaukuejo Campsite. Enjoy a safari to spot various wildlife. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Day 9: Etosha National Park

Explore Etosha National Park throughout the day. Overnight at Onguma Campsite.

Day 10: Etosha National Park – Windhoek

Conclude your safari with breakfast and a visit to the leopard reserve. Stop at a local market for souvenirs before returning to Windhoek airport by 5 pm.

Accommodation

This safari includes 9 nights of accommodation with breakfast in double beds at:
Windhoek (1 night): The Windhoek Luxury Suites (3*) or similar.Namib Desert (2 nights): Dead Valley Lodge (4*) or similar.Swakopmund (2 nights): The Delight Swakopmund (3*) or similar.Damaraland (2 nights): Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp (3*) or similar.Etosha National Park (2 nights): Okaukuejo Resort (3*) and Onguma Bush Camp (4*) or similar.

Important

The tour on the first day starts at 2 pm; ensure your flight arrives in Windhoek by 12 pm to participate.