Day 1

Kalahari Desert

Upon your arrival at Windhoek International Airport, our welcoming staff will greet you and guide you to your rental vehicle. During this time, they will provide a thorough orientation, addressing any inquiries you may have. Once everything is in order, you’re ready to begin your exciting safari adventure!

Embark on a roughly three-hour journey south to reach the captivating Kalahari Desert, where Zebra Kalahari Lodge awaits your accommodation. Nestled within the Intu Afrika Private Game Reserve, spanning 10,000 hectares of stunning wildlife and flora, the lodge offers a perfect base for exploration.

 Activity Day 1

Afternoon

Sundowner Drive & Cheetah Excursion, Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch

 Accommodation Day 1

Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch

Lodge

Your journey takes you approximately four hours south to reach the captivating Kalahari Desert, where you will be accommodated at Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch. This luxurious lodge is renowned for its sweeping dunes, abundant wildlife, which includes meerkat families, and the enduring culture of the Koi-San people. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a cheetah excursion, allowing you to get up close to these graceful predators. Afterwards, take a sundowner drive to witness the enchanting sight of the setting sun casting a warm glow over the crimson dunes. Later, savor a delectable meal, marking your first night in the tranquil beauty of Namibia.

Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner Drinking water

Days 2 & 3

Namib-Naukluft National Park

One of Namibia’s best-protected areas, Namib-Naukluft National Park includes within its boundaries some of the country’s most stirring natural attractions. These include the sand dunes of Sossusvlei and the Naukluft Mountains and its hiking trails. Wildlife is scarce and can be elusive, but there’s a good chance you’ll see gemsbok, and there may be other surprises too.

 Activity Day 2

Afternoon

Sundowner Drive, Namib-Naukluft National Park

Activity Day 3

Optional Day 3

Early Morning

Self-drive Sossusvlei, Deadvlei & Sesriem Canyon Excursion, Namib-Naukluft National Park

Sundowner Drive

Accommodation Day 2 & 3

Sossusvlei Lodge

Lodge

After breakfast your journey takes you west onto a gravel road for an approximately four-hour drive to the Namib-Naukluft National Park.

Sossusvlei Lodge is located near the park’s entrance, providing you with easy access to its rolling dunes and uniquely adapted wildlife. Take a moment to refresh at the lodge while the staff caters to your needs before embarking on a sundowner drive to the dunes.

The next morning, you need to arrive at the park gate before sunrise to avoid the midday heat. It’s approximately an hour’s drive to reach Sossusvlei, with notable landmarks along the way like Dune 45. Afterward, continue your exploration of Sossusvlei, with its stunning vistas. You can choose to ascend Big Daddy Dune for a breathtaking view or opt for a leisurely walk across smaller dunes to reach the ancient trees of Deadvlei. Conclude your day with a stop on your return to enjoy the coolness of Sesriem Canyon.

An optional hot air balloon activity can be arranged at extra cost.

Restaurant Dinner Buffet

Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner Drinking water

Days 4 & 5

Swakopmund

The following morning, continue your journey along the gravel road for approximately an hour until you arrive at the quaint town of Solitaire. Here, you can enjoy some of their famous apple pie and a refreshing beverage. During the next three hours, you have interesting stops like Kuiseb Canyon and Vogberg.

Activity Day 4

Afternoon

During your stay, prepare for some thrilling excursions. Enjoy a quad bike adventure through the dunes. 

Activities Day 5

Morning

Catamaran Dolphin and Seal Cruise, Walvis Bay

Optional Day 5

Afternoon

Sandwich Harbour 4×4 Excursion, Sandwich Harbour

Quad Biking

Walvis Bay

Accommodation Day 4 & 5

Atlantic Garden Boutique Hotel

Hotel

Nestled in the heart of Swakopmund, you’ll find the Atlantic Villa Boutique Hotel, located within easy walking distance of most attractions. Explore the interesting architecture, take a stroll along the pier, or savor delightful meals at the town’s great restaurants and bars.

During your stay, prepare for some thrilling excursions. Enjoy a quad bike adventure through the dunes. The next morning, we set sail on a catamaran cruise in Walvis Bay. Observe the playful seals and majestic pelicans, and, if lucky, catch a glimpse of dolphins while sipping sparkling wine and indulging in locally sourced oysters.

Afterward, indulge in a 4×4 expedition to Sandwich Harbour, an isolated lagoon serving as a bird sanctuary, culminating in a sundowner amidst the breathtaking vistas of the desert.

Common lounge area

Meal Plan Breakfast Drinking water

Day 6

Damaraland

You’re in one of Namibia’s most beautiful corners as you explore the northern region of Damaraland. Apart from the beautiful and rugged landscape, where brown mountains shelter numerous prehistoric rock art sites, you might see desert-adapted elephants, giraffes, rhinos, or even lions, especially in the river valleys.

 Activities Day 6

Afternoon

Desert Adapted Elephant Drive, Damaraland

Optional Day 6

Afternoon

Twyfelfontein, Burnt Mountain & Organ Pipe Excursion, Damaraland

Accommodation Day 6

Camp Kipwe

Lodge Inside Damaraland

The following day you’ll drive an hour along the Skeleton Coast, stopping at the Zeila Shipwreck en enroute to the town of Hentiesbaai. From here you`ll travel three hours northeast toward the savannah plains and rocky outcroppings of Damaraland.

Nestled among these distinctive boulders is Camp Kipwe, a lodge that not only offers comfort but also provides stunning vistas of the surrounding landscapes. As the sun sets, relish delicious dinners under a star-studded canopy.

Throughout your stay, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the natural wonders of the region. Embark on a guided desert-adapted elephant and nature drive along the dry Huab River, or optionally venture on your own to the Brandberg Mountain, Namibia’s largest mountain, known for the famous “White Lady” rock painting. Marvel at Bushmen rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, the nation’s first heritage site, and witness ancient petrified forests and towering rock organ pipes that seem to stretch endlessly toward the sky.

Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner Drinking water

Days 7 & 8

Etosha National Park

You’re going to love Etosha National Park, which is one of the best places to see wildlife in all of southern Africa. Watch for lions hunting by the waterholes, and you can’t miss the elephants cloaked in white Etosha dust. Rhinos draw near to the waterholes by the camps after dark, and leopards are also possible here. And don’t forget the scenery: the vast and mesmerizing salt pans that are such a feature of the park are simply stunning.

Optional Day 7

Afternoon

Self-Guided Game Drive, Etosha National Park

Sundowner, Etosha Safari Lodge

Optional Day 8

All Day

Self-Guided Game Drive, Etosha National Park

Accommodation Days 7 & 8

Etosha Safari Lodge

Lodge  Just outside Etosha National Park

The next day involves another estimated four-hour drive inland, bringing you to one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations, Etosha National Park. This sanctuary derives its name from the massive salt pan that lies within the park. Just a short distance from the park’s central gate, Etosha Safari Lodge boasts a prime location, affording picturesque views of the mopane woodlands.

Enhance your stay with a full-day game drive within the park itself, where you’ll discover its abundant wildlife, birdlife, and stunning scenery at your own pace. Alternatively, relax at the lodge, take a refreshing swim in the pool, and savor the wilderness.

For a more guided experience, the lodge offers a range of activities, including full-day excursions into Etosha National Park, half-day game drives, and guided walks. These activities can be arranged at the lodge for an additional cost. Morning game drives commence before sunrise, while afternoon game drives typically conclude with a sundowner at a scenic location.

Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner; Drinking water

Day 9

Okonjima Nature Reserve

Combine conservation with a wildlife safari at Okonjima Nature Reserve, a private sanctuary run by the AfriCat Foundation, which is doing important work in protecting some of southern Africa’s most important species. While you’re here, go looking for leopards, African wild dogs, and cheetahs. Sightings of pangolins and brown hyenas are also possible.

Activity Day 9

Afternoon

Leopard Tracking, Okonjima Nature Reserve