- Arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport, Windhoek, where you'll be met and transferred to Windhoek Luxury Suites.
- No meals included due to varying arrival times.
- Accommodation: Windhoek Luxury Suites
About This Tour
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the heart of the desert on this 8 day Namibia tour, a land of contrasting landscapes, where the red dunes of the world’s oldest desert meet the expansive wildlife-rich plains of Etosha National Park.
This 8 day Namibia safari provides an opportunity to explore diverse terrains, from the vast salt pans of Etosha to the hauntingly beautiful dunes of the Namib Desert. You will experience Namibia’s natural beauty, rich wildlife, and cultural heritage as you explore everything from the bustling capital of Windhoek to the coastal charm of Swakopmund.
The adventure includes game drives in Etosha National Park, where you will see wildlife up close, scenic drives along the Skeleton Coast, and an immersion into the pristine desert environment.
Whether you're photographing wildlife at waterholes or marveling at the towering sand dunes of Sossusvlei, this trip promises an incredible journey for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.
Optional Activities
- Quad Biking: Explore the dunes on a quad bike, with options for a 30-minute or 1-hour ride.
- Sandboarding: A thrilling way to descend the dunes, perfect for adrenaline seekers.
- Cultural Dinner: Enjoy a traditional Oshiwambo meal at Hefeni Traditional Restaurant, a true taste of Namibian cuisine.
Highlights
- Etosha National Park: A vast wildlife reserve that is home to 114 species of mammals, 350 bird species, and over 100 reptiles.
- A visit Namib Desert, The world’s oldest desert, featuring red sand dunes, ancient riverbeds, and striking landscapes.
- Visit Sossusvlei, astunning clay pan surrounded by the world’s highest dunes, perfect for sunrise photography.
- Opportunities to meet local Himba, Herero, and Damara tribes and explore traditional markets.
- Learn about efforts to protect cheetahs and capture incredible photos with these magnificent animals.
- Visit Dead Vlei the ancient pan surrounded by towering dunes, featuring skeletal camelthorn trees.
Inclusions
- Meet and greet services at Hosea Kutako International Airport
- Transport in a 4x4 air-conditioned vehicle
- Service of a professional English-speaking guide
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- All National Park entrance fees
- Activities as indicated in the itinerary
- Mineral water provided in safari vehicles
- Pick-up and drop-off within Windhoek city limits
- International and domestic flights
- Cultural dinner at Hefeni Traditional Restaurant (pay for what you order)
- Quad biking (30 minutes - USD 25, 60 minutes - USD 30)
- Personal medical and travel insurance
- Visas for Namibia
- Driver and guide gratuities (recommended USD 20 per person per day)
- All items not mentioned in the inclusions
Tour Itinerary
Expand allCollapse allArrival in Windhoek
Etosha National Park
- After breakfast, depart for Etosha National Park, a 4-hour journey.
- Begin a game drive within the park, stopping at waterholes for wildlife sightings.
- Check in at Halali Resort for an overnight stay. Enjoy dinner and a night game drive.
- Accommodation: Halali Resort
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Etosha National Park
- Early morning game drive, seeking out wildlife such as elephants, lions, and rhinos.
- Visit additional waterholes within the park for more wildlife encounters.
- Overnight at Taleni Etosha Village, where you’ll have a chance to unwind after a thrilling day.
- Accommodation: Taleni Etosha Village
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Swakopmund
- Depart early for Swakopmund via the scenic Skeleton Coast, passing through Outjo and Damaraland.
- In the afternoon, explore the colonial architecture of Swakopmund, visit local shops, and meet members of the Himba, Herero, and Damara tribes.
- Overnight at Hotel Pension a La Mer.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Namib Desert
- After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to the Namib Desert, one of the driest places on Earth.
- Arrive at Desert Camp and explore the surrounding area.
- In the evening: Relax and enjoy a meal at Desert Camp while watching the colors of the desert shift at sunset.
- Accommodation: Desert Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei
- Depart early for Sossusvlei to photograph the towering dunes during the golden hours of sunrise.
- Visit Dead Vlei, a surreal landscape of ancient trees set against the backdrop of colossal red dunes.
- Return to Desert Camp for an overnight stay.
- Accommodation: Desert Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Cheetah Conservation Project & Return to Windhoek
- After breakfast, travel to Solitaire and visit a local cheetah conservation project. Learn about conservation efforts and get up close with the world’s fastest mammal.
- Stop at the small communities of BullsPort and Rehoboth before heading back to Windhoek.
- Arrive in Windhoek and check into Windhoek Luxury Suites.
- Accommodation: Windhoek Luxury Suites
- Meals: Breakfast
Departure from Windhoek
- Depending on your flight time, enjoy a final shopping trip or leisure time in Windhoek.
- Transfer to Hosea Kutako International Airport for your departure flight.
- Meals: Breakfast
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