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15 Day Private Guided Namibia Safari to Deserts, Wildlife & Iconic Sights
15 Day Private Guided Namibia Safari to Deserts, Wildlife & Iconic Sights
African Overland Tours
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Price From
R118,950
Price Disclaimer: NAD 118950 (Valid till 30 Jun 2026) | NAD 133950 (01 Jul 26 – 31 Oct 26) | Tour price for 2 persons sharing (Price fluctuates based on the number of people joining the tour. For more information please confirm with your consultant)
*Currency estimated. Tours are Based in South African Rand (ZAR) and converted on the day. Some Tours are Based in EUR/USD
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Length
15 days
Tour SKU
ACS1115
Starts
Windhoek
Comfort Level
Premier
Ends
Windhoek
Age Range
All Ages
Tour Type
Accommodated
Operated in
English Guided
Group Size
Min 2
Tour Highlights
- Windhoek
- Kalahari
- Fish River Canyon
- Aus
- Luderitz
- Namib Desert
- Sesriem
- Sossusvlei
- Deadvlei
- Dune 45
- Swakopmund
- Damaraland
- Twyfelfontein
- Etosha National Park
Why You'll love this tour
Embark on a 15 day Namibia’s Private Guided Adventure safari meticulously covering 5000kms of breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural encounters across the nation. Witness the colossal Fish River Canyon, explore the eerie ghost town of Kolmanskop, and stand in awe amidst the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei, including the iconic Deadvlei and the challenging Big Daddy. Engage with the vibrant Himba, Herero, and Damara people, delve into ancient rock art at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Twyfelfontein, and search for elusive desert elephants in Damaraland. Experience thrilling game drives in Etosha National Park, a premier wildlife haven where predators and prey converge at waterholes, offering unparalleled photography opportunities. With your expert guide handling all the driving and planning, you can simply relax in quality, mid-range to luxury accommodations and absorb every unforgettable moment of this incredible journey.
ITINERARY
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1
Arrive at Windhoek International Airport and meet your dedicated guide. Depending on your arrival time, settle into Windhoek Luxury Suites or embark on an optional City & Township Tour to get acquainted with the capital before dinner. Explore the city center on foot with your guide if you wish
Accommodation
Windhoek Luxury Suites
Included Highlights
Airport Transfer
Optional Activities
Windhoek City and Township Tour
2
Depart Windhoek by 09:00am, heading south into the captivating Kalahari Desert. A relatively short drive brings you to Kalahari Anib Lodge by lunchtime, allowing ample time to settle in. In the afternoon, embark on a nature drive to explore the unique surrounding area and enjoy a sundowner as the desert sky ignites with color
Accommodation
Kalahari Anib Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Kalahari Desert Sundowner Drive
3
After breakfast, journey south from the Kalahari to the awe-inspiring Fish River Canyon, the world’s second-largest canyon. Spend the late afternoon witnessing a spectacular sunset over this enormous expanse. A visit here is a must for any geology enthusiast, offering thousands of years of history etched into the landscape
Accommodation
Canyon Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Visit to Fish River Canyon viewpoint
4
Begin your day with an optional guided walk in the Gondwana Canyon Reserve, learning about its rich history, flora, and fauna. After breakfast, travel west through the Namib Desert plains to the historical town of Luderitz, where you’ll spend two nights at Alte Villa Guesthouse. Conclude your day with a sunset visit to Agate Beach
Accommodation
Alte Villa Guesthouse
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
Morning guided walk at Canyon Lodge & sunset at Agate Beach
5
An early start for an optional boat cruise to Halifax Island to spot African Penguins. Then, delve into the desert to explore the infamous Kolmanskop Ghost Town, a once-prosperous diamond mining village now reclaimed by the sands. The afternoon offers leisure time or a scenic drive south to Diaz Point with a chance to see flamingos
Accommodation
Eagles Rock, Klein Aus Vista
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Guided tour to Kolmanskop
Optional Activities
Halifax Island Boat Cruise
6
Hit the road early for a long, incredibly scenic drive north into the Namib Desert. Witness a range of breathtaking landscapes, from mountains to vast desert expanses, before arriving in the Sesriem area mid-afternoon. Prepare for your first unforgettable Namib Desert sunset
Accommodation
Desert Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
7
Rise before dawn for an early excursion to Sossusvlei, aiming to be among the first to enter the park. The 60km drive from Sesriem offers incredible photography opportunities. Explore Dead Vlei and Sossusvlei on foot, and for the adventurous, hike Big Daddy, the tallest dune in the region, offering panoramic views of the sand sea. Return towards Sesriem, stopping at the vital Sesriem Canyon. This day is a photographic feast, perfect for those looking to capture the true essence of Namibia.
Accommodation
Desert Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Guided excursion to Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Dune 45 & Sesriem Canyon
Optional Activities
Afternoon quad-biking excursion
8
Drive through the stunning Gaub and Kuiseb passes. Stop at Solitaire, a vital desert outpost known for unique photographic moments. Continue through changing desert landscapes to Walvis Bay, home to a RAMSAR listed wetland site. Visit the Walvis Bay Lagoon, an ornithologist’s paradise, famous for Greater & Lesser Flamingos and the endemic Damara Tern. A short drive brings you to Swakopmund for two nights at Hotel A La Mer.
Accommodation
Hotel A La Mer
Meals
Breakfast
Included Highlights
Stops at Solitaire, Tropic of Capricorn, Walvis Bay Lagoon
9
Enjoy a free day in Swakopmund, Namibia’s adventure capital. Choose from exhilarating options like a boat cruise to see seals and dolphins, sandboarding, quad biking in the dunes, a scenic flight along the Skeleton Coast, or even skydiving. For a calmer pace, visit the aquarium or simply enjoy the unique blend of German and Namibian culture in this walkable town. Indulge in local seafood specialties
Accommodation
Hotel A La Mer
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
Sandwich Harbour excursion, Walvis Bay boat cruise, living desert tour, sandboarding, quad biking, visit to the aquarium, Scenic flight along the skeleton coast, sky diving
10
Head north along the dramatic Skeleton Coast. Your first stop is the Zeila shipwreck, a recent victim of the Benguela current. Then, turn inland to Damaraland, stopping to meet the Himba, Herero, and Damara people, gaining insights into their vibrant cultures. Arrive at Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp in time for an epic Damaraland sunset.
Accommodation
Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Visit to Zeila Shipwreck & stops with the Himba, Herero & Damara people
11
Dedicate a full day to exploring Damaraland. After a leisurely breakfast, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Twyfelfontein, home to the world’s largest collection of ancient rock etchings. Enjoy an informative tour with a local guide. In the afternoon, embark on a Huab River drive, searching for the elusive desert elephant
Accommodation
Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Morning excursion to Twyfelfontein & afternoon Huab River nature drive
12
After breakfast, journey east to Etosha National Park, one of Southern Africa’s premier game reserves. This park is a biodiversity hotspot, home to approximately 340 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and even fish. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon game drive through to your lodge, stopping at various waterholes to spot incredible wildlife
Accommodation
Okaukuejo/Halali
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Afternoon game drive inside Etosha National Park
Optional Activities
Night drive in Etosha National Park
13
Dedicate a full day to exploring the vast Etosha National Park, which spans 22,000km². Game drive morning and afternoon, or opt for a full day exploring across the park, visiting the famous Etosha Pan (visible from space!). Due to limited natural water sources, wildlife congregates at waterholes, offering some of Southern Africa’s best photography opportunities to capture both prey and predators together. Enjoy the floodlit waterholes at camp for nighttime animal viewing.
Accommodation
Okaukuejo/Halali
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Highlights
Full day game drive inside Etosha National Park
Optional Activities
Night drive in Etosha National Park
14
Make the most of your last morning with a final game drive inside Etosha National Park before departing by noon. Journey south back to Windhoek, with time permitting for a stop at the Okahandja woodcarvers market – a perfect chance to practice your bargaining skills for unique souvenirs
Accommodation
Windhoek Luxury Suites
Meals
Breakfast
Included Highlights
Morning game drive inside Etosha National Park
15
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and perhaps some last-minute shopping, depending on your flight schedule. Your guide will then provide an airport drop-off for your onward flight
Meals
Breakfast
Included Highlights
Airport Transfer
UPCOMING DEPARTURE DATES
Included in the Tour Price
- Kalahari Desert Sundowner Drive
- Visit to Fish River Canyon viewpoint
- Guided tour to Kolmanskop
- Guided excursion to Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Dune 45 & Sesriem Canyon
- Stops at Solitaire, Tropic of Capricorn, Walvis Bay Lagoon
- Visit to Zeila Shipwreck & stops with the Himba, Herero & Damara people
- Morning excursion to Twyfelfontein & afternoon Huab River nature drive
- Afternoon and Morning game drives inside Etosha National Park
- Full day game drive inside Etosha National Park
- Windhoek City and Township Tour
- Morning guided walk at Canyon Lodge & sunset at Agate Beach
- Halifax Island Boat Cruise
- Afternoon quad-biking excursion
- Sandwich Harbour excursion, Walvis Bay boat cruise, living desert tour, sandboarding, quad biking, visit to the aquarium, Scenic flight along the skeleton coast, sky diving
- Night drive in Etosha National Park
Optional Activities available on this tour at your own expense. If you would like participate in any additional activities please liaise with your tour consultant ahead of time.
INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
Expand All- Meals – 14 Breakfasts, 9 Dinners
- Accommodation – 14 Nights Lodges, Hotels and Rest Camps
- Transport
- Airport Transfers
- Kalahari Desert Sundowner Drive
- Visit to Fish River Canyon viewpoint
- Guided tour to Kolmanskop
- Guided excursion to Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Dune 45 & Sesriem Canyon
- Stops at Solitaire, Tropic of Capricorn, Walvis Bay Lagoon
- Visit to Zeila Shipwreck & stops with the Himba, Herero & Damara people
- Morning excursion to Twyfelfontein & afternoon Huab River nature drive
- Afternoon and Morning game drives inside Etosha National Park
- Full day game drive inside Etosha National Park
- International Flights
- All optional activities
- Sleeping bag and pillows
- Personal taxes (including departure and border taxes)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Personal spending money
- Restaurant meals (other than those listed)
- Laundry
- Travel insurance (Get Adventure Travel Insurance)
Price From
R118,950
Price Disclaimer: NAD 118950 (Valid till 30 Jun 2026) | NAD 133950 (01 Jul 26 – 31 Oct 26) | Tour price for 2 persons sharing (Price fluctuates based on the number of people joining the tour. For more information please confirm with your consultant)
*Currency estimated. Tours are Based in South African Rand (ZAR) and converted on the day. Some Tours are Based in EUR/USD
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