Day 1 – Arrival in Windhoek
Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to Windhoek to collect your rental vehicle. Your elegant hotel, Heinitzburg, sits high above the city and offers magnificent views. Relax after your flight by the pool or enjoy a sunset drink on the terrace.
(Approx. 45 km, 45 minutes)
Overnight: Hotel Heinitzburg, Comfort Deluxe Room (Half board)
Day 2 – Towards Sesriem and the Namib Desert
Enjoy your first Namibian sunrise before driving south via Rehoboth towards the Namib Desert. Your lodge lies deep in the desert at the foot of a mountain, with sweeping views over the plain towards the red dunes of Sossusvlei. Each chalet offers privacy and comfort, perfect for a peaceful desert experience. If time allows, visit Sesriem Canyon in the afternoon.
(Approx. 320 km, 5 hours)
Overnight: Namib Outpost (Full board including local drinks)
Day 3 – Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
Depart early to explore the famous dunes of Sossusvlei at sunrise. As the sun climbs, the dunes glow in shades of red, gold, and amber. Walk to the striking Deadvlei, where ancient trees stand against the brilliant sand, and climb one of the world’s highest dunes for spectacular views. Return to your lodge in the afternoon to relax.
(Approx. 220 km round trip, 4 hours)
Overnight: Namib Outpost (Full board including local drinks)
Day 4 – To Swakopmund
Drive through the Gaub and Kuiseb Canyons and across the central Namib Desert to the Atlantic coast. En route, watch for ostriches, oryx, and springbok. Arrive in Swakopmund, where your luxurious hotel lies directly by the sea. Dinner can be enjoyed at a seaside restaurant (optional).
(Approx. 370 km, 5–6 hours)
Overnight: Strand Hotel, Luxury Room with Sea View (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 5 – Swakopmund and Walvis Bay Lagoon
Embark on a catamaran cruise in Walvis Bay lagoon to see seals, dolphins, pelicans, and flamingos. The afternoon is at leisure to explore Swakopmund’s charming town centre or take part in optional activities such as a scenic flight, quad biking, or visiting the museum or aquarium.
(Approx. 40 km to Walvis Bay, 30 minutes)
Overnight: Strand Hotel Swakopmund, Luxury Room with Sea View (Bed & Breakfast) – Catamaran trip included
Day 6 – To Damaraland
Leave the coast and travel inland, passing the iconic Spitzkoppe, known as the “Matterhorn of Namibia”. Continue via Karibib and Omaruru to Epako Safari Lodge, located at the edge of the Damaraland region. Surrounded by mountains and wildlife, the lodge offers a “fully inclusive” experience – all meals, drinks, and activities included. Join an afternoon game drive to encounter antelope, rhino, and giraffe.
(Approx. 270 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Epako Safari Lodge (Fully inclusive)
Day 7 – To Etosha National Park
Drive north via Outjo to the private Ongava Game Reserve on the border of Etosha National Park. Your thatched chalet overlooks the plains and a nearby waterhole illuminated at night. Spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoy your first game drive in Etosha.
(Approx. 250 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Ongava Lodge, near Anderson Gate (Full board)
Day 8 – Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park is one of Africa’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries. The immense salt pan and surrounding savannah host elephants, lions, rhinos, and countless antelope species. Spend the day exploring the park or join an optional guided drive in Ongava’s private reserve.
Overnight: Ongava Lodge (Full board)
Day 9 – Across Etosha to the East
Drive east through Etosha, stopping at waterholes where wildlife gathers. Exit the park at sunset and arrive at Onguma The Fort, a magnificent lodge offering views of the Etosha Pan and the surrounding wilderness.
(Approx. 190 km, 4 hours plus drives in the park)
Overnight: Onguma The Fort (Half board)
Day 10 – To Rundu
Travel north to the lush banks of the Okavango River, where traditional Kavango villages line the road. Your riverside lodge, surrounded by greenery, is the perfect place to unwind. Enjoy a peaceful sunset boat cruise on the Okavango.
(Approx. 430 km, 5 hours)
Overnight: Hakusembe River Lodge (Half board + Boat trip)
Day 11 – Along the Okavango River
Continue east towards the Caprivi region. Your next lodge, Divava Okavango Lodge & Spa, lies under tall trees overlooking the river near Popa Falls. Relax by the pool or on your deck before an evening boat cruise as the sun sets.
(Approx. 220 km, 2½ hours)
Overnight: Divava Okavango Lodge & Spa (Full board + Boat trip)
Day 12 – Mahango National Park
Embark on a guided game drive in Mahango National Park, one of Namibia’s most scenic reserves. Look for buffalo, hippos, elephants, and the rare sable antelope. Return to your lodge for relaxation or an optional spa treatment.
(Approx. 15 km each way, 15 minutes)
Overnight: Divava Okavango Lodge & Spa (Full board)
Day 13 – The Kwando River and Eastern Caprivi
Continue through Bwabwata National Park to Nambwa Tented Lodge, located deep within the park on the banks of the Kwando River. The lodge offers a true wilderness experience with fully inclusive service. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise or guided game drive through the floodplains.
(Approx. 220 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Nambwa Tented Lodge (Fully inclusive)
Day 14 – Bwabwata National Park
Enjoy a morning game drive in Bwabwata, home to some of southern Africa’s largest elephant herds. The afternoon is free for optional activities such as fishing, guided bush walks, or visiting a nearby craft market.
Overnight: Nambwa Tented Lodge (Fully inclusive)
Day 15 – To the Chobe River, Botswana
Drive to Katima Mulilo and return your rental car. A transfer takes you across the border to Kasane, Botswana, where you board a short boat ride to Chobe Water Villas, located on the Namibian side of the river. Each luxury villa offers panoramic views of the Chobe River and National Park. Enjoy your first afternoon boat cruise.
(Approx. 260 km, 3–4 hours including transfers)
Overnight: Chobe Water Villas (Fully inclusive + Transfer)
Day 16 – Chobe National Park
Experience the beauty of Chobe with guided boat safaris and game drives. The park teems with wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and over 400 bird species. Enjoy the luxurious comfort of your riverside villa between excursions.
Overnight: Chobe Water Villas (Fully inclusive)
Day 17 – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Transfer by boat back to Kasane, then continue by road to Victoria Falls. The iconic Victoria Falls Hotel, a colonial landmark, is just a short walk from the falls. In the afternoon, visit the “Smoke that Thunders” and witness the power of the Zambezi River plunging 110 metres into the gorge. Optional activities include a helicopter flight, sunset cruise, or a visit to the local market.
(Approx. 80 km, 1½–2 hours)
Overnight: The Victoria Falls Hotel, Stables Signature Wing Room (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 18 – Departure
Enjoy your final morning at leisure before transferring to the airport for your onward or homeward flight.
