12 Day Classic Namibia Camping Safari
Whats included?
Itinerary
11x Breakfast
11x Breakfast
10x Dinner
10x Dinner
11x Lunch
11x Lunch
Accommodation included: 11 nights
Accommodation included: 11 nights
10 nights camping + 1...
10 nights camping + 1 night accommodation
Camping equipment excluding sleeping bag
Camping equipment excluding sleeping bag
1 full day & 1...
1 full day & 1 afternoon game drive in Etosha National Park
Himba Village experience
Himba Village experience
Visit to Cape Cross Seal...
Visit to Cape Cross Seal Colony
1 day exploring Sossusvlei region...
1 day exploring Sossusvlei region including Sesriem Canyon
Guided tour of Kolmanskop Ghost...
Guided tour of Kolmanskop Ghost Town
Visit to Fish River Canyon...
Visit to Fish River Canyon Viewpoint, Quiver Tree Forest and Giants Playground
Professional English speaking driver &...
Professional English speaking driver & guide
Pick-up and drop-off within Windhoek...
Pick-up and drop-off within Windhoek city limits
Transport in custom built safari...
Transport in custom built safari vehicle with pop up roof
Tap water
Tap water
Entry/Admission - Etosha Pan
Entry/Admission - Etosha Pan
Entry/Admission - Moringa Waterhole
Entry/Admission - Moringa Waterhole
Entry/Admission - Otjikandero Himba Orphan...
Entry/Admission - Otjikandero Himba Orphan Village
Entry/Admission - Hoada Campsite
Entry/Admission - Hoada Campsite
Entry/Admission - Cape Cross
Entry/Admission - Cape Cross
Entry/Admission - Dune 45
Entry/Admission - Dune 45
Entry/Admission - Deadvlei
Entry/Admission - Deadvlei
Entry/Admission - Sesriem Canyon
Entry/Admission - Sesriem Canyon
Entry/Admission - Gondwana-Desert-Collection Klein-Aus Vista
Entry/Admission - Gondwana-Desert-Collection Klein-Aus Vista
Entry/Admission - Kolmanskop Ghost Town
Entry/Admission - Kolmanskop Ghost Town
Entry/Admission - Klein-Aus Vista Desert...
Entry/Admission - Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite
Entry/Admission - Fish-River-Canyon Lookout
Entry/Admission - Fish-River-Canyon Lookout
Entry/Admission - Quivertree Forest and...
Entry/Admission - Quivertree Forest and Giant's Playground
Not included:
Sleeping bag
Sleeping bag
Drinks, including mineral water, soft...
Drinks, including mineral water, soft drinks, alcohol
Snacks
Snacks
Gratuities
Gratuities
Optional activities
Optional activities
Personal Travel Insurance
Personal Travel Insurance
Airport transfers
Airport transfers
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Itinerary
Day 1: Okonjima Nature Reserve
Stop At: Chameleon Backpackers, Voight Street, Windhoek, Namibia
We meet all together for brief pre-departure talk at Chameleon Backpackers before departing Windhoek.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Okahandja Mbangura Woodcarvers Craft Market, Southern Entrance to the city of Okahandja close to, B1, Okahandja, Okahandja Namibia
We stop briefly at the Okahandja Wood carving markets. Woodcarvers from all over Namibia, who practice their ancient skill, come here to sell their goods. This is the perfect opportunity to practice your haggling skills all while supporting the local community.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: AfriCat Foundation, Okonjima Game Reserve 200 square kilometres amongst Omboroko Mountains, Namibia
Our next stop is Okonjima Nature Reserve. Okonjima is home to the AfriCat Foundation, whoโs mission has been to make significant contributions to conservation, at the same time trying to ensure the survival of Namibiaโs predators in their natural habit.
We aim to arrive at camp before lunch, giving us ample time to set up camp and enjoy lunch before we join the afternoon activity. This afternoon you have the chance to see some of the cheetahs currently part of the AfriCat rehabilitation programme. The aim of the rehabilitation programme is to re-introduce these animals into the wild. The aim of the rehabilitation programme is to re-introduce these animals into the wild. After our educational tour, we join an afternoon game drive on the reserve all while enjoying a Namibian sunset
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Okonjima campsite
Day 2: Etosha National Park
Stop At: Otjiwarongo, Otjiwarongo, Otjozondjupa Region
We depart from camp after a leisurely breakfast and stop briefly at Otjiwarongo, a small town north of Okonjima to gather some fresh supplies, before continuing on to Etosha National Park, one of Southern Africaโs premier wildlife areas.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Etosha National Park, Etosha National Park, Oshikoto Region
Upon entering the gate, we start our search for wildlife. We enjoy a short game drive through to Okaukuejo, where we set up our camp and enjoy a delicious lunch, before heading out on an afternoon game drive. Etosha is unlike any other, and our game drives take us from waterhole to waterhole in search of predators as well as plains game, birds and if we are lucky, even reptiles. We return to camp just before sunset, and whilst dinner is cooking, we have the chance to visit the excellent floodlit waterhole where rhino, elephant, giraffe, lion and hyena are frequent visitors. Dinner is prepared by our guide over an open fire.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Okaukuejo campsite.
Day 3: Etosha National Park
Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
We start our first game drive at sunrise, to catch many of the predators still active, visiting various waterholes, making our way across the park, where we enjoy breakfast at one of the (fenced) picnic spots within the park. After breakfast we continue our journey arriving at the Etosha Pan โgreat white placeโ where we can get out of the vehicle and experience this 4500 sq km โsaline desertโ before continuing our game drive to look for the Big 4.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Moringa Waterhole, Halali, Etosha National Park Namibia
We make our way across the park to Halali, the central camp, where we can take a dip in the pool, visit the waterhole and enjoy lunch.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Okaukuejo, Okaukuejo, Oshikoto Region
After lunch we game drive back to Okaukuejo camp, visiting many waterholes, arriving at camp by sunset. Enjoy our last night camping in Etosha, and a visit to the waterhole after dinner is highly recommended.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Okaukuejo campsite
Day 4: Hoada Campsite, Kunene Region
Stop At: Etosha National Park, Etosha National Park, Oshikoto Region
Another early start where we can take in a spectacular sunrise whilst having breakfast and enjoy a final game drive as we exit the park.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Otjikandero Himba Orphan Village, Road C40, Kamanjab Namibia
After a short drive we arrive in the small town of Kamanjab, where we stop to visit the Otjikandero Himba Village. The Himba people are one of the last tribes in Namibia who still embrace their traditional culture and customs and during a guided tour around the village we will have the chance to not only gain an in-depth insight into the Himba way of life, but to get to know the Himba people to share a little of our own culture with them.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hoada Campsite, C40, Kamanjab, Namibia
After our visit to the Himba village we continue to the Hoada Community Campsite, situated between large granite boulders and mopane trees, creating the illusion of a serene home in the wilderness. Here we set up camp and have some lunch before enjoying a leisurely afternoon and watching the sunset from the Hoada deck. Dinner is prepared by our guide over an open fire.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Hoada campsite
Day 5: Cape Cross on the Skeleton Coast
Stop At: Skeleton Coast National Park, Skeleton Coast National Park, Khomas Region
Today our adventure today takes us all the way to the Atlantic Ocean and our final destination at Cape Cross. We travel westwards through to the Skeleton Coast, where we enter the Skeleton Coast National Park. The coast line itself is a very hostile but a fascinating area known for its numerous shipwrecks over the years, all victims of the thick fog, unpredictable currents and rough seas.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Skeleton Coast, 60km north of Henties Bay Cape Cross Seal Reserve Namibia
We arrive at Cape Cross mid-afternoon where we can set up camp and set up camp for the night. Here we can experience the climate of the coastline in full glory. We have the afternoon at leisure and can take a short walk on the beach and for the brave a dip in the Atlantic Ocean before returning to camp where dinner is prepared by our guide over an open fire.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Cape Cross campsite
Day 6: Swakopmund on the Skeleton Coast
Stop At: Skeleton Coast, 60km north of Henties Bay Cape Cross Seal Reserve Namibia
Today is another early start as we pack up camp and continue our journey south. Our first official stop for the day is the Cape Cross Seal Reserve. The reserve is home to one of the worldโs largest breeding colony of Cape fur seals and during breeding season (November-December) up to a 200 000+ seals can be spotted basking on the beach, certainly a sight and smell to behold.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Zeila Shipwreck, Hentiesbaai Namibia
After our visit to the seal colony, we continue travelling along the coast stopping to view the Zeila Shipwreck, one of the latest victims of the Skeleton Coast from as recent as 2007.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Swakopmund, Swakopmund, Erongo Region
We arrive in Swakopmund early afternoon and have plenty of time to explore this quaint little town on foot, or join some of the optional activities on offer from skydiving to quad biking and more. Dinner tonight is at own expense in one of Swakopmundโs excellent restaurants and our guide will be happy to make recommendations or bookings depending on what we feel like.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
Accommodation included: Overnight in twin share rooms at Hotel A La Mer
Day 7: Namib Desert
Stop At: Swakopmund, Swakopmund, Erongo Region
Today we leave Swakopmund at 11h30 so we have the option to enjoy a rare sleep in and a leisurely breakfast or the chance to join one of the many optional activities. For the adrenaline junkies this could be flying down a sand dune head first at 60km/h on a sandboard or exploring the dune field on a quad biking tour.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Solitaire, Solitaire, Khomas Region
We depart Swakopmund no later than 11h30 and drive through the Namib Desert via the Kuiseb Pass, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn, stopping briefly in Solitaire where we can stop for a snack and leg stretch.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sesriem, Sesriem, Hardap Region
We arrive at our camp late afternoon where we can set up our tents, and enjoy the sunset over the Namib Desert. Pool and bar available, and dinner is prepared by our guide. An early night is recommended.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: Variety of cereals, yoghurt, fruit, cooked breakfast, toast, juice, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Sesriem campsite in the Namib Desert
Day 8: Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert
Stop At: Dune 45, 45 kilometers From the Park Entrance Gate, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
A pre-dawn departure from camp this morning means we can enjoy the dunes at first light. We drive down an ancient river bed, surrounded by towering dunes and our first stop is at the famous Dune 45 where we have the chance to climb to the top to enjoy the sunrise. On descent we replenish our energy and enjoy breakfast.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sossusvlei, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park
We continue on into Sossusvlei area. We explore this unique are on foot.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Deadvlei, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
We then head into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever changing colours.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sesriem, Sesriem, Hardap Region
We return to Sesriem around lunch time for lunch and a swim or siesta during the heat of the day.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Sesriem Canyon, 4.5km from the entrance gate of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sesriem 6900 Namibia
Later that afternoon we visit the Sesriem Canyon, a must see when in the area.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter.
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Sesriem campsite in the Namib Desert
Day 9: Klein Aus Vista, Namib Desert
Stop At: Sesriem, Sesriem, Hardap Region
We pack up camp this morning and then enjoy a leisurely breakfast before starting our journey through the southern Namib Desert.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gondwana-Desert-Collection Klein-Aus Vista, Farm Klein-Aus, 2km west of Aus on the B4, Aus, Namibia
Today we head south through Namibiaโs Namib Rand Nature Reserve, home to some of the most spectacular desert landscapes in Southern Namibia. Our destination today is the small outpost of Klein Aus, nestled in the Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park. We arrive at camp late afternoon and we can set up our tents and then have the afternoon at leisure to enjoy one of the many short hiking trails. We enjoy a beautiful sunset and dinner prepared by our guide over an open-fire.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Klein Aus Vista campsite
Day 10: Kolmanskop & Luderitz
Stop At: Kolmanskop Ghost Town, Luderitz Namibia
After an early breakfast we make our way from Klein Aus to the ghost town, also known as Kolmanskop, situated 15km outside of Luderitz. During a diamond boom in 1910 Kolmanskop quickly became one of the richest towns in Africa boasting the southern hemisphereโs first X-ray machine, a bowling alley and luxury housing. As the diamond boom came to an end and the townโs inhabitants abandoned the area, Kolmanskop became a ghost town.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Luderitz, Luderitz, Karas Region
After our tour of the ghost town, we continue our adventure to the small town of Luderitz, situated on the rocky shores of the Atlantic Ocean and is well known for its unique and colourful colonial-style buildings.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Diaz Point, A sud di Luderitz, Luderitz Namibia
We stop at Diaz Point, the famous site of the Original Diaz Cross.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Wild Horses of Aus, 4 National Rd B, Aus Namibia
On return to Aus, we keep our eyes peeled for the wild horses of the Namib Desert that roam between Luderitz & Klein Aus. While the details of how these horses came to live in the desert are still a mystery, the mere fact that they have survived in the harshest of conditions is impressive, and any sighting of them is one to celebrate.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite, On the B4 main road to Luederitz, Aus, Namibia
We arrive back at camp late mid-afternoon and can relax for the afternoon before enjoying another incredible sunset over the Aus Mountains. Dinner tonight is prepared by our guide.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Klein Aus Vista campsite
Day 11: Fish River Canyon & Quiver Tree Forest
Stop At: Fish-River-Canyon Lookout, Namibia
We enjoy an another early start this morning as we pack up camp and head east. Our first official stop is at the well-known Hell`s Bend viewpoint of the Fish River Canyon. Here we have the opportunity to overlook the second largest canyon in the world. The Fish River Canyon was formed millions of years ago by water erosion and the collapse of the valley due to movements in the earthโs crust.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Quivertree Forest and Giant's Playground, Keetmanshoop Namibia
After lunch we continue our adventure heading to our last destination; The Quiver Tree Forest. It is located just north-east of Keetmanshoop and here approximately 250 quiver trees can be found. The forest grew spontaneously and the oldest trees are estimated to be around 200-300 years old. The quiver tree (kokerboom in Afrikaans) is also Namibiaโs national tree, and the forest was declared a national monument in 1995. The last night on our adventure is spent camping under the stars with meals prepared by our guide. This is an excellent location for photographing the stars should you be an avid photographer (permits not included for night photography).
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Quiver Tree Forest campsite
Day 12: Windhoek
Stop At: Quivertree Forest and Giant's Playground, Keetmanshoop Namibia
After lie in and a leisurely breakfast we start the day with a visit the Giants Playground, a geological phenomenon of dolerite rocks that appear to have been stacked by giants.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Windhoek, Windhoek, Khomas Region
From here, we begin our journey back to Windhoek travelling the small towns of Mariental and Rehoboth before arriving in Windhoek late afternoon where we will be dropped off at our accommodation. No flights recommended on this day.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Okonjima Nature Reserve
Stop At: Chameleon Backpackers, Voight Street, Windhoek, Namibia
We meet all together for brief pre-departure talk at Chameleon Backpackers before departing Windhoek.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Okahandja Mbangura Woodcarvers Craft Market, Southern Entrance to the city of Okahandja close to, B1, Okahandja, Okahandja Namibia
We stop briefly at the Okahandja Wood carving markets. Woodcarvers from all over Namibia, who practice their ancient skill, come here to sell their goods. This is the perfect opportunity to practice your haggling skills all while supporting the local community.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: AfriCat Foundation, Okonjima Game Reserve 200 square kilometres amongst Omboroko Mountains, Namibia
Our next stop is Okonjima Nature Reserve. Okonjima is home to the AfriCat Foundation, whoโs mission has been to make significant contributions to conservation, at the same time trying to ensure the survival of Namibiaโs predators in their natural habit.
We aim to arrive at camp before lunch, giving us ample time to set up camp and enjoy lunch before we join the afternoon activity. This afternoon you have the chance to see some of the cheetahs currently part of the AfriCat rehabilitation programme. The aim of the rehabilitation programme is to re-introduce these animals into the wild. The aim of the rehabilitation programme is to re-introduce these animals into the wild. After our educational tour, we join an afternoon game drive on the reserve all while enjoying a Namibian sunset
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Okonjima campsite
Day 2: Etosha National Park
Stop At: Otjiwarongo, Otjiwarongo, Otjozondjupa Region
We depart from camp after a leisurely breakfast and stop briefly at Otjiwarongo, a small town north of Okonjima to gather some fresh supplies, before continuing on to Etosha National Park, one of Southern Africaโs premier wildlife areas.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Etosha National Park, Etosha National Park, Oshikoto Region
Upon entering the gate, we start our search for wildlife. We enjoy a short game drive through to Okaukuejo, where we set up our camp and enjoy a delicious lunch, before heading out on an afternoon game drive. Etosha is unlike any other, and our game drives take us from waterhole to waterhole in search of predators as well as plains game, birds and if we are lucky, even reptiles. We return to camp just before sunset, and whilst dinner is cooking, we have the chance to visit the excellent floodlit waterhole where rhino, elephant, giraffe, lion and hyena are frequent visitors. Dinner is prepared by our guide over an open fire.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Okaukuejo campsite.
Day 3: Etosha National Park
Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
We start our first game drive at sunrise, to catch many of the predators still active, visiting various waterholes, making our way across the park, where we enjoy breakfast at one of the (fenced) picnic spots within the park. After breakfast we continue our journey arriving at the Etosha Pan โgreat white placeโ where we can get out of the vehicle and experience this 4500 sq km โsaline desertโ before continuing our game drive to look for the Big 4.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Moringa Waterhole, Halali, Etosha National Park Namibia
We make our way across the park to Halali, the central camp, where we can take a dip in the pool, visit the waterhole and enjoy lunch.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Okaukuejo, Okaukuejo, Oshikoto Region
After lunch we game drive back to Okaukuejo camp, visiting many waterholes, arriving at camp by sunset. Enjoy our last night camping in Etosha, and a visit to the waterhole after dinner is highly recommended.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Okaukuejo campsite
Day 4: Hoada Campsite, Kunene Region
Stop At: Etosha National Park, Etosha National Park, Oshikoto Region
Another early start where we can take in a spectacular sunrise whilst having breakfast and enjoy a final game drive as we exit the park.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Otjikandero Himba Orphan Village, Road C40, Kamanjab Namibia
After a short drive we arrive in the small town of Kamanjab, where we stop to visit the Otjikandero Himba Village. The Himba people are one of the last tribes in Namibia who still embrace their traditional culture and customs and during a guided tour around the village we will have the chance to not only gain an in-depth insight into the Himba way of life, but to get to know the Himba people to share a little of our own culture with them.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hoada Campsite, C40, Kamanjab, Namibia
After our visit to the Himba village we continue to the Hoada Community Campsite, situated between large granite boulders and mopane trees, creating the illusion of a serene home in the wilderness. Here we set up camp and have some lunch before enjoying a leisurely afternoon and watching the sunset from the Hoada deck. Dinner is prepared by our guide over an open fire.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Hoada campsite
Day 5: Cape Cross on the Skeleton Coast
Stop At: Skeleton Coast National Park, Skeleton Coast National Park, Khomas Region
Today our adventure today takes us all the way to the Atlantic Ocean and our final destination at Cape Cross. We travel westwards through to the Skeleton Coast, where we enter the Skeleton Coast National Park. The coast line itself is a very hostile but a fascinating area known for its numerous shipwrecks over the years, all victims of the thick fog, unpredictable currents and rough seas.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Skeleton Coast, 60km north of Henties Bay Cape Cross Seal Reserve Namibia
We arrive at Cape Cross mid-afternoon where we can set up camp and set up camp for the night. Here we can experience the climate of the coastline in full glory. We have the afternoon at leisure and can take a short walk on the beach and for the brave a dip in the Atlantic Ocean before returning to camp where dinner is prepared by our guide over an open fire.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Cape Cross campsite
Day 6: Swakopmund on the Skeleton Coast
Stop At: Skeleton Coast, 60km north of Henties Bay Cape Cross Seal Reserve Namibia
Today is another early start as we pack up camp and continue our journey south. Our first official stop for the day is the Cape Cross Seal Reserve. The reserve is home to one of the worldโs largest breeding colony of Cape fur seals and during breeding season (November-December) up to a 200 000+ seals can be spotted basking on the beach, certainly a sight and smell to behold.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Zeila Shipwreck, Hentiesbaai Namibia
After our visit to the seal colony, we continue travelling along the coast stopping to view the Zeila Shipwreck, one of the latest victims of the Skeleton Coast from as recent as 2007.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Swakopmund, Swakopmund, Erongo Region
We arrive in Swakopmund early afternoon and have plenty of time to explore this quaint little town on foot, or join some of the optional activities on offer from skydiving to quad biking and more. Dinner tonight is at own expense in one of Swakopmundโs excellent restaurants and our guide will be happy to make recommendations or bookings depending on what we feel like.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
Accommodation included: Overnight in twin share rooms at Hotel A La Mer
Day 7: Namib Desert
Stop At: Swakopmund, Swakopmund, Erongo Region
Today we leave Swakopmund at 11h30 so we have the option to enjoy a rare sleep in and a leisurely breakfast or the chance to join one of the many optional activities. For the adrenaline junkies this could be flying down a sand dune head first at 60km/h on a sandboard or exploring the dune field on a quad biking tour.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Solitaire, Solitaire, Khomas Region
We depart Swakopmund no later than 11h30 and drive through the Namib Desert via the Kuiseb Pass, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn, stopping briefly in Solitaire where we can stop for a snack and leg stretch.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Sesriem, Sesriem, Hardap Region
We arrive at our camp late afternoon where we can set up our tents, and enjoy the sunset over the Namib Desert. Pool and bar available, and dinner is prepared by our guide. An early night is recommended.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: Variety of cereals, yoghurt, fruit, cooked breakfast, toast, juice, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Sesriem campsite in the Namib Desert
Day 8: Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert
Stop At: Dune 45, 45 kilometers From the Park Entrance Gate, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
A pre-dawn departure from camp this morning means we can enjoy the dunes at first light. We drive down an ancient river bed, surrounded by towering dunes and our first stop is at the famous Dune 45 where we have the chance to climb to the top to enjoy the sunrise. On descent we replenish our energy and enjoy breakfast.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sossusvlei, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park
We continue on into Sossusvlei area. We explore this unique are on foot.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Deadvlei, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
We then head into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever changing colours.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Sesriem, Sesriem, Hardap Region
We return to Sesriem around lunch time for lunch and a swim or siesta during the heat of the day.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Sesriem Canyon, 4.5km from the entrance gate of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sesriem 6900 Namibia
Later that afternoon we visit the Sesriem Canyon, a must see when in the area.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter.
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Sesriem campsite in the Namib Desert
Day 9: Klein Aus Vista, Namib Desert
Stop At: Sesriem, Sesriem, Hardap Region
We pack up camp this morning and then enjoy a leisurely breakfast before starting our journey through the southern Namib Desert.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gondwana-Desert-Collection Klein-Aus Vista, Farm Klein-Aus, 2km west of Aus on the B4, Aus, Namibia
Today we head south through Namibiaโs Namib Rand Nature Reserve, home to some of the most spectacular desert landscapes in Southern Namibia. Our destination today is the small outpost of Klein Aus, nestled in the Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park. We arrive at camp late afternoon and we can set up our tents and then have the afternoon at leisure to enjoy one of the many short hiking trails. We enjoy a beautiful sunset and dinner prepared by our guide over an open-fire.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Klein Aus Vista campsite
Day 10: Kolmanskop & Luderitz
Stop At: Kolmanskop Ghost Town, Luderitz Namibia
After an early breakfast we make our way from Klein Aus to the ghost town, also known as Kolmanskop, situated 15km outside of Luderitz. During a diamond boom in 1910 Kolmanskop quickly became one of the richest towns in Africa boasting the southern hemisphereโs first X-ray machine, a bowling alley and luxury housing. As the diamond boom came to an end and the townโs inhabitants abandoned the area, Kolmanskop became a ghost town.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Luderitz, Luderitz, Karas Region
After our tour of the ghost town, we continue our adventure to the small town of Luderitz, situated on the rocky shores of the Atlantic Ocean and is well known for its unique and colourful colonial-style buildings.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Diaz Point, A sud di Luderitz, Luderitz Namibia
We stop at Diaz Point, the famous site of the Original Diaz Cross.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Wild Horses of Aus, 4 National Rd B, Aus Namibia
On return to Aus, we keep our eyes peeled for the wild horses of the Namib Desert that roam between Luderitz & Klein Aus. While the details of how these horses came to live in the desert are still a mystery, the mere fact that they have survived in the harshest of conditions is impressive, and any sighting of them is one to celebrate.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite, On the B4 main road to Luederitz, Aus, Namibia
We arrive back at camp late mid-afternoon and can relax for the afternoon before enjoying another incredible sunset over the Aus Mountains. Dinner tonight is prepared by our guide.
Duration: 18 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Klein Aus Vista campsite
Day 11: Fish River Canyon & Quiver Tree Forest
Stop At: Fish-River-Canyon Lookout, Namibia
We enjoy an another early start this morning as we pack up camp and head east. Our first official stop is at the well-known Hell`s Bend viewpoint of the Fish River Canyon. Here we have the opportunity to overlook the second largest canyon in the world. The Fish River Canyon was formed millions of years ago by water erosion and the collapse of the valley due to movements in the earthโs crust.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Quivertree Forest and Giant's Playground, Keetmanshoop Namibia
After lunch we continue our adventure heading to our last destination; The Quiver Tree Forest. It is located just north-east of Keetmanshoop and here approximately 250 quiver trees can be found. The forest grew spontaneously and the oldest trees are estimated to be around 200-300 years old. The quiver tree (kokerboom in Afrikaans) is also Namibiaโs national tree, and the forest was declared a national monument in 1995. The last night on our adventure is spent camping under the stars with meals prepared by our guide. This is an excellent location for photographing the stars should you be an avid photographer (permits not included for night photography).
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
โข Dinner: A different dish each night โ curries, pasta, braai (BBQ), stirfries etc
Accommodation included: Overnight camping at Quiver Tree Forest campsite
Day 12: Windhoek
Stop At: Quivertree Forest and Giant's Playground, Keetmanshoop Namibia
After lie in and a leisurely breakfast we start the day with a visit the Giants Playground, a geological phenomenon of dolerite rocks that appear to have been stacked by giants.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Windhoek, Windhoek, Khomas Region
From here, we begin our journey back to Windhoek travelling the small towns of Mariental and Rehoboth before arriving in Windhoek late afternoon where we will be dropped off at our accommodation. No flights recommended on this day.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
โข Breakfast: 3 varieties of cereal, yoghurt or bananas, toast with a choice of 3 toppings, tea/coffee
โข Lunch: Cold meats and fresh salads with bread rolls or soup and bread in winter
No accommodation included on this day.
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