Day 1 – Arrival in Windhoek
Upon arrival, you are warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to Windhoek. Your elegant hotel offers a swimming pool and wellness area, perfect for relaxing after your flight. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided city tour before heading to the Sky Bar for a sundowner drink and panoramic views over Klein Windhoek. Dinner follows at the hotel’s restaurant.
(Approx. 45 km, 45 minutes)
Overnight: The Weinberg Hotel – Courtyard Room
Day 2 – Into the Kalahari Desert
After breakfast, journey south via Rehoboth and Kalkrand into the red-sand landscapes of the Kalahari. Your tented lodge is perched on a high dune overlooking an expansive clay pan. In the late afternoon, set off on a sundowner nature drive in an open 4x4 vehicle, exploring the rolling dunes and spotting oryx, springbok, and other desert-adapted wildlife.
(Approx. 260 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Intu Afrika Suricate Camp + Sundowner Drive
Day 3 – To the Fish River Canyon
Travel through semi-arid country dotted with quiver trees – a species once used by the San people to make arrow quivers. Visit the Quiver Tree Forest and the fascinating “Giant’s Playground,” a field of ancient dolerite boulders shaped by time into fantastic formations. Hidden between granite boulders, your stone-built chalets at Canyon Lodge offer a unique and atmospheric stay.
(Approx. 450 km, 6 hours)
Overnight: Canyon Lodge
Day 4 – Fish River Canyon and Onward to Aus
This morning, visit the awe-inspiring Fish River Canyon – the second largest in the world. Stretching 160 kilometres in length and up to 550 metres deep, the canyon winds through stark rock formations towards the Orange River. Continue west to Aus, where your lodge sits at the foot of the Aus Mountains. Built in the style of an old farmhouse, it exudes tranquillity and offers sweeping views across the desert plains.
(Approx. 330 km, 4–5 hours)
Overnight: Klein-Aus Vista – Desert Horse Inn
Day 5 – Day Excursion to Lüderitz
Drive west to the historic coastal town of Lüderitz, once a centre of the diamond trade. En route, stop at the ghost town of Kolmanskop, where wind-blown sand fills the abandoned houses. In Lüderitz, visit the Great Bay and Diaz Point, before returning to Aus. Along the way, look out for the famous wild horses of Garub – a symbol of Namibia’s desert freedom.
(Approx. 250 km, 2–3 hours)
Overnight: Klein-Aus Vista – Desert Horse Inn
Day 6 – To Sesriem / Sossusvlei
Today’s drive takes you north along the edge of the Namib Desert, through one of Namibia’s most striking and open landscapes. The Little Sossus Lodge offers wide views of the plains and mountains, perfectly framing the beauty of the Namib. Optional sundowner drives are available in the late afternoon.
(Approx. 350 km, 6 hours)
Overnight: Little Sossus Lodge
Day 7 – Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
An early start brings you into the Namib-Naukluft Park to witness the sunrise over the world’s highest dunes. The soft morning light bathes the sands in golden and red hues, their sharp crests casting deep shadows. A short walk leads to Deadvlei, where ancient camelthorn trees stand as haunting sculptures. Visit Sesriem Canyon on your way back to the lodge and enjoy a relaxed afternoon.
(Approx. 130 km, 2½ hours)
Overnight: Little Sossus Lodge
Day 8 – To Swakopmund
Journey northwards via Solitaire, where a stop for the famous apple pie is a must. Cross the central Namib Desert, keeping an eye out for ostriches, zebras, oryx and springboks. Arrive at the coastal town of Swakopmund – a delightful mix of sea breeze, German colonial architecture, and African charm. Dinner is arranged at a local restaurant overlooking the ocean.
(Approx. 350 km, 6 hours)
Overnight: Villa Margherita
Day 9 – Swakopmund and Walvis Bay
Embark on a catamaran cruise in Walvis Bay Lagoon, where dolphins, seals, pelicans, and flamingos accompany your boat. The afternoon is at leisure for shopping, relaxing by the beach, or joining optional excursions such as quad biking in the dunes, sandboarding, or a scenic flight along the coast.
(Approx. 40 km, 30 minutes)
Overnight: Villa Margherita + Catamaran Cruise
Day 10 – Erongo Mountains
Leave the coast behind and travel towards the impressive Erongo Mountains. En route, admire the majestic Spitzkoppe – Namibia’s “Matterhorn” – rising dramatically from the plains. Your lodge nestles among massive granite boulders, offering stunning views of the surrounding savannah. Relax by the pool or join the guided sunset walk to explore this striking landscape.
(Approx. 190 km, 2½–3 hours)
Overnight: Ai Aiba Lodge + Guided sunset walk
Day 11 – To Twyfelfontein
Travel past the towering Brandberg Massif to reach Twyfelfontein, Namibia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sandstone formations here date back over 180 million years. On a guided walk, discover the world-famous rock engravings depicting ancient hunting scenes and wildlife.
(Approx. 240 km, 4 hours)
Overnight: Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp
Day 12 – Desert-Adapted Elephants of Damaraland
Today, enjoy a scenic 4x4 excursion through the dry riverbeds of the Huab and Aba-Huab, where you may encounter the elusive desert-adapted elephants. These remarkable animals have evolved to thrive in this arid environment. The drive also offers magnificent landscapes and unique photographic opportunities.
Overnight: Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp + Elephant Exursion
Day 13 – Through Damaraland
Continue via Khorixas, stopping to visit the Petrified Forest — a collection of 280-million-year-old fossilised tree trunks. Your destination, Huab Lodge, lies peacefully on the banks of the dry Huab River. The lodge features natural hot springs and comfortable bungalows with beautiful views over the valley – the perfect place to unwind.
(Approx. 190 km, 3–4 hours)
Overnight: Huab Lodge
Day 14 – To Etosha National Park
Head north towards Etosha National Park – one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations and home to over 110 mammal species. Your lodge, just south of the park entrance, sits on a hilltop with superb views across the bush. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in the park.
(Approx. 200 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Etosha Safari Lodge
Day 15 – Across Eastern Etosha
Spend the day exploring the eastern reaches of Etosha, visiting several waterholes and observing the park’s diverse wildlife – from elephants and giraffes to lions, zebras, oryx and springboks. Exit the park via the Von Lindequist Gate to reach your charming bush camp nearby, where you enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars.
(Approx. 190 km, 3 hours plus game drives)
Overnight: Onguma Bush Camp
Day 16 – Etosha National Park
A final day to savour the abundance of Etosha. Enjoy relaxed game viewing at the waterholes or leisure time at your lodge. In the evening, enjoy your last dinner surrounded by the tranquil atmosphere of the bush.
Overnight: Onguma Bush Camp
Days 17 & 18 – Otjiwarongo
Depart Etosha and travel via Tsumeb to Otjiwarongo. The Otjiwa private reserve spans 12,000 hectares and is home to 25 species of wildlife, including rhinos, sable, and roan antelopes. Your luxurious tented camp combines authentic bush charm with comfort and privacy. Enjoy a memorable game drive during your stay.
(Approx. 330 km, 4 hours)
Overnight: Otjiwa Thorn Bush Tented Camp + Game Drive
Day 19 – Departure
After breakfast, your guide drives you via Windhoek to the airport, where your unforgettable Namibian adventure comes to an end.
(Approx. 260 km, 3 hours)
