Take in some of Namibia’s greatest highlights
Travel by road to some of the country’s most renowned scenic and wildlife locations including Sossusvlei, Walvis Bay, Twyfelfontein and Etosha escorted by an experienced naturalist guide.
This small group tour offers a very personal journey through Namibia. Staying in very comfortable lodges and tented camps, the Ultimate Namibia Safari is accompanied by a professional and experienced naturalist guide. See the world’s highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei, kayak or cruise amongst seals and seabirds in Walvis Bay, track desert-adapted elephants in Damaraland and view wildlife in the famous Etosha National Park. This safari also includes a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Twyfelfontein and a special encounter with the semi nomadic Himba people.
Tour Details
- Marvel at the beauty and majesty of Sossusvlei’s red dunes at sunrise
- Kayak or cruise amongst seals, dolphins and seabirds at Walvis Bay
- View prehistoric rock engravings at Twyfelfontein and meet the Himba
- Track desert-adapted elephant in Damaraland
- Go gameviewing in the fabulous Etosha National Park
The main gateway to Namibia is through Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek. Flights to Windhoek depart daily from Johannesburg, the city where most visitors begin their Namibia itineraries.
US – Flying to Namibia from the United States requires at least one stop over. The easiest way is via Frankfurt, Germany or Doha, Qatar. Both Lufthansa and Qatar Airways fly directly into Windhoek.
UK/Europe – Again, the most direct access is via Frankfurt, Germany or Doha with Qatar Airways. Alternatively, South African Airways and British Airways fly to South Africa’s capital Johannesburg. From there you can fly to Windhoek with South African Airways.
Itinerary
Ultimate Namibia Safari
9 days/8 nights
Days 1/2
Sossusvlei
Depart Windhoek early morning by road for Sossusvlei arriving at Sossus Dune Lodge mid afternoon. Time permitting, visit nearby Sesriem Canyon or explore Elim Dune. On Day 2 enjoy a sunrise tour of the magnificent sand dunes before returning to the lodge for lunch. Afternoon at leisure. LD/BLD
Days 3/4
Swakopmund
Travel by road northwest through desert landscapes (picnic lunch en route) to reach the coastal town of Swakopmund. On Day 4 visit Walvis Bay for a kayaking or motorboat excursion with a chance of viewing Cape fur seals, dolphins and a variety of sea birds. Explore Walvis Bay township before returning to Swakopmund. Overnight guesthouse. BLD
Days 5/6
Damaraland
Drive through a vast landscape of magnificent mountains, rock formations and unique vegetation to Damaraland. Visit the prehistoric Twyfelfontein rock engravings, the Organ Pipes geological site and enjoy a game drive in search of the unique desert adapted elephant. Overnight at Camp Kipwe. BLD
Days 7/8
Etosha National Park
Early morning departure for Etosha National Park. Along the way you will stop for lunch in the park, before visiting some of the different waterholes before arriving at Safari House in the late afternoon. Safari House is in the Etosha Heights Private Reserve, which borders Etosha National Park. On Day 8, enjoy a full day of gameviewing in Etosha Heights Private Reserve. Accommodation at Safari House. BLD
Day 10
Tour ends Windhoek
Early departure for Windhoek today. A picnic lunch is included before arriving in the early afternoon and your safari ends. BL
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