A true adventure awaits as you travel through some of Namibia’s most prominent highlights- from the highest sand dunes in the world at Sossusvlei, endless activities or just fantastic sightseeing in Swakopmund, Damaraland’s Desert dwelling elephants, a UNESCO world heritage site at Twyfelfontein to Etosha National Park with abundant wild Animals ending with sight-seeing in Windhoek and a true Namibian Night-Out-On-The-Town. This tour is IDEAL for a busy traveler seeking adventure and relaxation all in one - The African Dream.
Days | Accommodation | Basis | Activities Included |
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Day 1 | N/a'an ku se Lodge | Dinner & Breakfast | Arrival |
Day 2 | Sossusvlei Lodge | Dinner, Breakfast + Lunch on the way | |
Day 3 | Sossusvlei Lodge | Full Board | |
Day 4 | Wolwedans Dune Camp | Full Board | Wolwedans: Sun-downer Drive |
Day 5 | Hansa Hotel | Breakfast + Lunch on the way | |
Day 6 | Hansa Hotel | Breakfast + Lunch Platter | Catamaran Cruise |
Day 7 | Mowani Mountain Camp | Dinner, Breakfast + Lunch on the way | Mowani: Twyfelfontein Excursion |
Day 8 | Mowani Mountain Camp | Full Board | Mowani: Nature Drive & Guided Walk |
Day 9 | Epacha Wildlife & Wellness Resort | Dinner, Breakfast + Lunch on the way | Petrified Forest Epacha: Wellness Spa |
Day 10 | Mushara Lodge | ||
Day 11 | Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp | Full Board | Leopard Viewing Game Drive |
Day 12 | Okonjima Luxury Bush Camp | Full Board | Okonjima: Game drives/ nature trails/ large carnivore tracking/ bird watching |
Day 13 | The Olive Exclusive All-Suite Hotel | Breakfast | Windhoek: Sight-seeing |
Day 14 | Breakfast | Departure |
You will collect the rental car at Windhoek International Airport and from here your journey will begin at N/a’an ku se Lodge, as your first stop, where you will experience your first encounter with one of the Big Five. Set in the stunning African savannah this beautiful lodge offers a chance to become part of the tranquillity and joy of the wild. Depending on your flight time you can enjoy various activities (not included): Carnivore feeding tour, Guided Nature Walk, Cheetah walk, Caracal walk or Ancient san stories under the stars.
Overnight with Dinner & Breakfast at N/a’an ku se Lodge
From Windhoek you will travel south-west till you reach Sossusvlei lodge situated in the oldest desert in the world. . Shaded by camel thorn trees, the Lodge blends in perfectly with the spectacular desert surroundings and bear testament the ingenuity of an eco-friendly design.
Not Included Option: Go on a sundowner drive Departing from Sossusvlei Lodge in the late afternoon on a leisurely drive on the Lodge’s private reserve. Watch the shadows lengthen as your guide takes you out to a panoramic location where sundowner drinks will be served as you relax and watch the spectacular sunset. The inner tranquility that a desert sunset imparts while you sit amongst nature is really something special…
Overnight with Dinner & Breakfast at Sossusvlei Lodge + Lunch on the way
Today’s visit includes the fantastic Sossusvlei, Dead Vlei and Sesriem Canyon. This area is characterized by high sand dunes of vivid pink-to-orange color, a consequence of a high percentage of iron in the sand and consequent oxidation processes. The oldest dunes are those of a more intense reddish color and the best time to view is at sunrise and sunset as the colors are strong and constantly changing.
Not Included Option: At Sossusvlei- start this day up in the sky in a Hot Air Balloon. After landing, you came back to earth with an “Out of Africa” style Champagne breakfast set up in the middle of nowhere.
Overnight with Full Board at Sossusvlei Lodge
Travel a short distance through The Namib Naukluft National Park till you reach Wolwedans Dune Camp. Situated at the edge of a 250-meter high dune, the charm of the camp lies in its tranquil, intimate atmosphere, capturing the romance of a bygone era. From your room you can experience the tranquility of the surrounding and wildlife. Enjoy a sun-downer drive to complete the day.
Overnight with Full Board at Wolwedans Dune Camp
From here you will travel across the Namib Desert. Along the way, the ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis Desert plant and moon landscape may be visited till reaching the beloved coastal town Swakopmund.
Not Included Option: You can end this great day with a sun-downer on the Jetty, looking onto the sun as it shimmers on the cold Atlantic Ocean. Swakopmund has a variety of excellent restaurants to choose from with great food and beautiful view.
Overnight with Breakfast at Hansa Hotel + Lunch on the way
OUR GIFT TO YOU: Experience low flying pelicans, sea gulls and cormorants with dolphins and seal swimming right next to the Catamaran as you cruise through Walvis Bay Harbour, Bird Island, Pelican Point and Oyster Farms with Champagne and fresh oyster platter.
Not Included Option: In the afternoon you can visit Crystal Gallery, do some shopping and sightseeing in this German architectural town. Scenic Flight over Desert & Salt Pans or go Skydiving, Quad Bike ride in Dunes, Living desert Tour, the options are endless.
Overnight with Breakfast at Hansa Hotel + Lunch Platter
Traveling north to Damaraland you will pass the BrandBerg Mountain till you reach Mowani Mountain Camp. Dwarfed by massive ocher boulders, the camp is absorbed into the landscape. Every soft curve of ragged edge frames the landscape in a different way. There is a Twyfelfontein excursion in the afternoon, where you will see a large collection of rock engravings and paintings making this a World Heritage Site, also visiting the wonders of the Organ Pipes.
Overnight with Dinner & Breakfast at Mowani Mountain Camp + Lunch on the way
Early morning your day will start with a Nature drive where ancient dry riverbeds reveal life that in its sparseness reminds us just how special it is, Sprinbok, Gemsbok, Jackal and rare Desert Dwelling Elephants roam these plains. These exclusive desert elephants have learnt ingenious skills in order to survive in such a harsh environment to go days without water. Afternoon you can enjoy the pool or go on a guided walk to experience the sights, smells and sounds of the African bush on foot.
Pause. Breath-in. And know that this is luxury as nature intended it.
Overnight with Full Board at Mowani Mountain Camp
On the way to the lovely Epacha Private Game Reserve near Etosha National Park, you will have the pleasure to visit the Petrified Forest, boasting with tree trunks that are more than 200 million years old. Epacha is situated on the top of a hill overlooking the reserve, this lodge with its unique Victorian décor style offers a pleasant Wellness Spa experience to ensure you relax whist enjoying nature. Here you will have the chance to be treated like the king of the jungle while you get pampered from head to toe. Each chalet offers a stunning view over the Reserve where you will have the opportunity to see lions, leopards, Elephants, Giraffe, Black Rhino and Kuku among the wildlife that roam these plains.
Overnight with Dinner & Breakfast at Epacha Private Game Reserve + Lunch on the way
A full day of game viewing in Etosha National Park as you travel through this unique park various different animals can be seen, from elephant, lions, eland, springbok, Black Rhino, impala, leopard, 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species. End this day at the Mushara Lodge with its great décor, which is an eclectic blend of traditional African and modern works of art mixed with original older painting making this a beautiful lodge to relax.
Overnight with Dinner & Breakfast at Mushara Lodge + Lunch on the way
Travel south to Okonjima Bush Camp, the extensive ‘Camelthorn’ shape Lapa encompasses the reception area and curio-shop, a cosy lounge with rustic inside fire-place and dining are all overlooking a waterhole. Go on a Leopard Viewing Game Drive the afternoon where you will have the opportunity to observe these magnificent predators. The leopards roan freely and catch their own prey within the 20 000ha rehabilitation nature reserve. End the day around a campfire…
Overnight with Full Board at Okonjima Bush camp
Game drives, nature trails, large carnivore tracking on foot and bird watching are just some of the activities you can enjoy on this day, visit The Africat Foundation or The Cheetah Project and learn about these organisations and how they are set up to conserve and protect threatened cheetah, leopard and other wild carnivores of Namibia. You will be able to observe some of this programme at work and learn more about these amazing animals.
Overnight with Full Board at Okonjima Bush camp
Do some curio shopping on the way back to Windhoek. Enjoy some sight-seeing in the capital or go on a shopping spree. Overnight at The Olive Exclusive All-Suite Hotel it is the first ultra-luxurious sanctuary of its kind in the Namibian capital – is cool, contemporary and stylish but with a warm heart and authentic African soul. The suites are individually decorated so each reflects a different region in Namibia, and each has its own lounge area with fireplace and dining room, for private dining.
Not Included Options: You can go to the legendary Joe’s Beerhouse. A place where you can pull up a chair and relish in good, old-fashion hospitality. Where the portions are generous, the beer is ice cold and good conversation is abundant. This will make your last night in Namibia unforgettable.
Overnight with Breakfast at The Olive Exclusive All-Suite Hotel
Namibia Craft Center is a sure stop as it has quality Namibia handcrafts, also the best place to find Namibian and African books, photography and local delicacies.
Travel back to Windhoek International Airport where the return of the rental car takes place and departure.