Desert Roads & Elephants - 14 Days Budget Glamping Experience in Namibia

Upon arrival you will be welcomed by one of our representatives, for the delivery of everything you need for your self-drive safari; from accommodation vouchers to a map marked with your route and a full safari briefing. You will also be assisted in taking charge of your rental vehicle and receive a full vehicle briefing.

Depart from the airport with your rental vehicle and continue to Suricate Tented Lodge, where you will stay for one night, along the way you explore the extraordinary landscape of the Kalahari desert, the rest of the afternoon is free with the possibility of taking part in an optional game drive in the Intu Africa private reserve.

After breakfast, continue to your destination of the day, Desert Camp, where you will stay for two nights, along the way you explore the extraordinary attractions of the Namib Desert. The rest of the afternoon is free at Desert Camp to enjoy the desert landscapes and relax by the pool.

The next day you will have to get up at dawn for a captivating excursion. You will enter the park at sunrise to capture the dunes while the light is soft and the shadows accentuate their towering shapes and curves, you will have the opportunity to observe some of the highest sand dunes in the world, the formation of the Namib desert and its myriad of fascinating creatures and plants that have adapted to survive these rugged surroundings.

Having explored Sossusvlei, Dead Vlei and the surrounding dune fields, you can enjoy a relaxing picnic brunch under the shade of a Camelthorn tree.

Return to the Desert Camp in the early afternoon, with the rest of the day at your leisure (from experience, this is usually welcomed after an exhilarating morning in the dunes).

If sowanted you have the opportunity for an optional sunset drive at Sossusvlei Lodge, to see the sunset from a vantage point while wine, beer, and the traditional sundowner cocktail Gin & Tonic will be served.

From Sossusvlei to Tsondab Valley Lodge is only a short drive away. On the way stop in Solitaire to taste the famous freshly baked apple crumple that made this desert outpost famous beyond the country's borders. You arrive at the lodge in the late morning. In the afternoon you will have various optional activities to choose from.

After dinner, retire to the roof of your bungalow and sleep under the dome of the Milky Way. Marvel at the myriad of twinkling stars as you hear the calls of geckos and jackals in the distance.

Today’s fascinating journey takes you northwest through the beautiful and ever-changing desert landscapes of Namib Naukluft National park, including the Gaub and Kuiseb canyons. You will reach the coast and the port town of Walvis Bay, where you will have the chance to visit the lagoon famous for its rich variety of birdlife, pelicans, flamingos and other seabirds, before continuing north to Swakopmund. This afternoon you have the chance to explore the shops, the waterfront and the handicraft market before heading to one of the famous restaurants in town for dinner. Dinner tonight is on your account as there are a number of great restaurants to choose from.

The next day, after breakfast, free day at leisure to explore Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and the surrounding areas. You could climb the coastal dunes at Langstrand or Dune 7, explore Swakopmund's shops, cafes, museums and waterfront, or join one of the many adventure activities on offer such as sandboarding, boat cruises, kayaking and scenic flights (all for one cost additional). This morning we recommend that you join a morning catamaran cruise with dolphins and seals or a kayaking excursion in the harbor and lagoon of Walvis Bay, where you will see seals, pelicans and flamingos among other marine life and, with a little luck, you will also see Heaviside and bottlenose dolphins.

Another possibility would be to explore the desert area by participating in the fascinating and informative "Living Desert Tour". This desert tour focuses on exploring the dune belt between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, taking special care not to damage the gravel plains and cause unnecessary damage to the dune ecosystem. Highly recommended, it is also a half or full day excursion to Sandwich Harbor, the most important wetland and feeding area on the west coast of southern Africa for many migratory birds.

After breakfast we leave for the Cape Cross seal colony. Visit the Zeilah ship wreck en route a few kilometers before Henties Bay. The seal reserve is the largest breeding colony of the Cape seal on the entire west coast of southern Africa and is easily accessible because it is located on the coast. After your visit return to Henties Bay and turn inland and through the mining town of Uis you will reach Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp in the late afternoon. Check in, relax and enjoy a sunset drink before dinner.

The next morning visit the engravings at Twyfelfontein, Namibia's first world heritage site, organ pipes and the burnt mountain. Upon your return, visit the Damara Living Museum and learn about the culture and tradition of the Damara people. In the afternoon you have the opportunity to undertake an optional excursion in search of the desert elephants that the lodge offers. This excursion returns to the base after dark in time for dinner.

Today continue with your safari and reach the Eagle Tented Lodge. You will be able to participate in activities offered by the lodge which include game drives, in the morning, afternoon and at night in the private reserve of Epacha, clay pigeon shooting, and a spa treatments.

Enter Etosha National Park today and explore and stop at various water holes in search of thrilling wildlife sightings. You can have lunch (on your own) at any of therest camps within the park. At night, the Okaukuejo waterhole is illuminated: you can just sit and watch the wildlife come by and drink all night: zebras, giraffes, impalas, elephants, black rhinos, lions and more.

Full day dedicated to wildlife observation in Etosha National Park, crossing the reserve to reach Namutoni Camp located at the eastern park border. Namutoni Camp and Okaukuejo Camp are approximately 140km away - driving slowly between the two camps in search of animals is a wonderful way to spend a day in Etosha.

After breakfast you will depart and head to the Waterberg Valley Lodge, located on a hill in a broad valley of the Waterberg mountain range. Visit the Hoba meteorite along the way.

The Waterberg Valley Lodge overlooks the green valley and the red cliffs of the mountain. There is time to participate in the lodge's activities: excursions, game spotting, or simply enjoying the landscape.

Accommodation: Waterberg Valley Lodge

Treatment: Bed and Breakfast

After breakfast, you will depart for Windhoek in the late morning, passing through the town of Okahandja. If time permits, you will have the chance to visit the woodcarver craft market in Okahandja to shop at the last minute before continuing on to Windhoek. Upon your arrival in Windhoek, return your rental vehicle in time for your international flight back to Italy.