Classic Namibia

Itinerary Summary

Day	Place	Highlights	Hotel Options
1 - 2	Windhoek	Cultural History at Owela Museum, Township Tour, Joe’s Beerhouse, Ink Palace	Galton House, The Olive Exclusive Boutique Hotel
2 - 4	Sossusvlei	Highest Sand Dunes of the World, Spectacular Sunrises & Sunsets, Sesriem Canyon, Skeleton Coast	Kulala Desert Lodge, Little Kulala
4 - 7	Damaraland (Twyfelfontein)	Ruggedly Beautiful Rock Formations, Desert-Adapted Elephants, Ancient Rock Art	Doro Nawas Camp, Damaraland Camp
7 - 10	Etosha (Anderson Gate)	Intensive Safari Experiences, Open Bush Vegetation, Large Black Rhino Populations, Surreal Salt Pan	Little Ongava
10 - 10	Windhoek	Cultural History at Owela Museum, Township Tour, Joe’s Beerhouse, Ink Palace

Itinerary Details

Day 1 - 2

International Arrival

Transfer to your accommodation (45 mins)

Windhoek Early Check In / Late Check Out

Windhoek

1 Day

Windhoek, Namibia’s small capital yet the largest city, lies in a beautiful valley bordered by the Eros Mountains in the north and the Auas mountains in the south.

Hotel Options

Galton House – Opt 1

Room	Standard Room
Meals	Full Board plus Activities
Style	Boutique

The Olive Exclusive Boutique Hotel – Opt 2

Room	Junior Suite
Meals	Full Board & Drinks
Style	Boutique

Day 2 - 4

Transfer from Windhoek Hotel to Eros Airport (45 mins)

Flight to Sossusvlei (2 hrs)

Transfer to your Accommodation

Sossusvlei

2 Days

The sand dunes of Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert are often referred to as the highest dunes in the world.

Included Activities

Kulala Desert Lodge: Morning Excursion to SossusvleI, visit of Sesriem Canyon, scenic drives in Kulala Nature Reserve, guided nature walks
After morning coffee and rusks, head out to explore the spectacular Sossusvlei. Enter the Namib-Naukluft National Park through a private gate with marvelous views of the Namib Sand Sea. Enroute, you’ll see small game such as oryx, bat-eared fox, brown hyena and more, during your guided drives on the Kulala Nature Reserve. Visit the stunning white pans of Deadvlei, and the towering golden-orange sand dunes of Sossusvlei. After a light breakfast on the dunes, take guided walks around camp with the backdrop of stunning mountains. Set out on a nature trail along the dry river bed of Tsauchab, observing insects, reptiles, and rodents that live in these harsh conditions. Once you have worked up an appetite, enjoy lunch on a beautifully laid out table under the canopy of camelthorn trees. Later, saunter along the Sesriem Canyon floor admiring its beautiful formations before returning to lodge as the sunlight fades away.

Little Kulala: Morning Excursion to Sossusvlei, visit of Sesriem Canyon, scenic drives in Kulala Nature Reserve, guided nature walks, Quad biking, Star gazing and scorpion night walk
Discover the shape-shifting, chameleon-like epic landscape of Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei that’s forever changing with the wind and the sun. Guided excursions to these ancient Namib clay pans skirted by sandy dunes are among the driest spots on our planet. Visit the primeval wonder of Sesriem Canyon with its distinct geological layers. Spot the region’s native wildlife of oryx, bat-eared fox, brown hyena and exotic birdlife on guided nature drives to the private Kulala Wilderness Reserve. Stretch your legs on guided walking trips along the dry riverbed of the Tsauchab River, and watch the small wonders of unbound nature. Let the adventurer within you discover the exhilaration of quad biking through the Kulala Wilderness Reserve with its spectacular views of the vast desert and its wild denizens. (Fitness Level: Moderate; Please bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, binoculars and don’t forget your cameras).

Hotel Options

Kulala Desert Lodge – Opt 1

Room	Luxury Tent
Meals	Full board & local drinks
Style	Lodge

Little Kulala – Opt 2

Room
Meals	Full Board & Activities
Style	Camp

Day 4 - 7

Transfer to the airstrip

Flight to Damaraland (Twyfelfontein) (2-3 hrs)

Transfer to your accommodation

Damaraland (Twyfelfontein)

3 Days

Damaraland is one Namibia’s most scenic areas with its huge and ruggedly beauty, ideal for adventurous guests.

Destination Damaraland (Twyfelfontein) in Namibia

Included Activities

Doro Nawas Camp: Nature drives, Cultural activities, Nature walks and Rock art excursions
Unearth the treasures of Damaraland in Namibia. Marvel at stunning geological phenomena – from the prehistoric San rock art at Twyfelfontein, and the fossilized tree trunks at the Petrified Forest, to the Organ Pipes rock formations, and the solidified lava flow of the Burnt Mountain. Set out on nature drives in open Land Rovers, presenting panoramic vistas of Etendeka Mountains and red sandstone cliffs around you. See desert-adapted elephants, springboks, and gemsboks, and a variety of birdlife in the Huab River Valley. You may occasionally encounter a wandering cheetah or the endangered black rhino too. Scenic hikes and riverside lunches showcase the utter wilderness in a different light. For a taste of local history and cultural immersion, visit the Doro !Nawas Conservancy and the Damara Living Museum nearby. You’ll enjoy guided night walks showcasing the Namib’s nocturnal wonders including UV fluorescent scorpions. Namibia’s unpolluted clear skies are ideal for stargazing and learning about the cosmos!

Damaraland Camp: Nature drives, Cultural activities, Nature walks and Rock art excursions
Explore the dramatic landscape of Damaraland, with its dry plains and valleys hemmed in by rocky desert mountains. Spot endangered black rhinos, rare desert-adapted elephants and lions, as well as Namibian gemsbok, zebra and giraffe on morning and afternoon game drives – that’s when wildlife is best viewed. Visit local farms and communities of the Nama-Damara, Herero, Ovambo, and the displaced Riemvasmaak of South Africa. Learn more about their cultural heritage, traditions, rituals and daily lives on your interactions with the local community. Go on guided walking trips and watch the small wonders of unbound nature at Damaraland. Explore its ancient geological past and look out for its unique desert-adapted plant and animal life. Hidden among the wild red-rock mountains, at an extra cost, discover some of the finest prehistoric rock art to be found in Africa. (Fitness Level: Moderate; Please bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, binoculars and don’t forget your cameras).

Hotel Options

Doro Nawas Camp – Opt 1

Room	Chalet
Meals	Full Board, Drinks & Laundry
Style	Camp

Damaraland Camp – Opt 2

Room	Luxury Chalet
Meals	Full Board & Laundry
Style	Camp

Day 7 - 10

Transfer to the airstrip

Flight to Damaraland (Twyfelfontein) (2-3 hrs)

Transfer to your accommodation

Etosha (Anderson Gate)

3 Days

Discover ‘the big white place of dry water’! Etosha National Park is home to over 100 mammals, including rare black rhinos, elephants, wildebeest, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, hyenas, lions, cheetahs and leopards.

Destination Etosha (Anderson Gate) in Namibia

Included Activities

Andersson’s at Ongava: Game Drives, Bush Walks, Rhino Tracking
Experience Namibia’s finest private game reserve that lets you observe the wildlife and vegetation in ways you never imagined. Guided game drives in the morning, afternoon, and evening across the Ongava Game Reserve are a great way to savor the sights of an arid land and ample game. The feeling of being so close to nature at the camp is a learning experience. You can also opt for the seasonal and guided walks through the area to connect better with the surrounding terrain, unusual flora and fauna, and the exhilarating opportunity of rhino tracking. The thrill of spotting rhinos, sometimes, a herd, is a high that will last for a lifetime.

Little Ongava: Game Drives, Bush Walks, Rhino Tracking
Experience Namibia’s finest private game reserve that lets you observe the wildlife and vegetation in ways you never imagined. Guided game drives in the morning, afternoon, and evening across the Ongava Game Reserve are a great way to savor the sights of an arid land and ample game. The feeling of being so close to nature at the camp is a learning experience. You can also opt for the seasonal and guided walks through the area to connect better with the surrounding terrain, unusual flora and fauna, and the exhilarating opportunity of rhino tracking. The thrill of spotting rhinos, sometimes, a herd, is a high that will last for a lifetime.

Hotel Options

Little Ongava – Opt 1

Room	Luxury Chalet
Meals	Full Board & local drinks
Style	Lodge

Day 10 - 10

Transfer to the airstrip

Flight to Windhoek (1-2 hrs)

Transfer to the international airport (45 mins)

Windhoek

0 Days

Windhoek, Namibia’s small capital yet the largest city, lies in a beautiful valley bordered by the Eros Mountains in the north and the Auas mountains in the south.

International Departure

Price & Inclusions

Option 1 From $ 11,590 /person
Option 2 From $ 17,090 /person

Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.

Price Includes

Accommodation in one double room for 10 days / 9 nights.
Meals as indicated
Economy flights for all sectors :
- Windhoek – Sossusvlei
- Sossusvlei – Damaraland (Twyfelfontein)
- Sossusvlei – Damaraland (Twyfelfontein)
- Etosha (Anderson Gate) – Windhoek
All activities as listed :
- Sossusvlei: Kulala Desert Lodge: Morning Excursion to SossusvleI, visit of Sesriem Canyon, scenic drives in Kulala Nature Reserve, guided nature walks
- Sossusvlei: Little Kulala: Morning Excursion to Sossusvlei, visit of Sesriem Canyon, scenic drives in Kulala Nature Reserve, guided nature walks, Quad biking, Star gazing and scorpion night walk
- Damaraland (Twyfelfontein): Doro Nawas Camp: Nature drives, Cultural activities, Nature walks and Rock art excursions
- Damaraland (Twyfelfontein): Damaraland Camp: Nature drives, Cultural activities, Nature walks and Rock art excursions
- Etosha (Anderson Gate): Andersson’s at Ongava: Game Drives, Bush Walks, Rhino Tracking
- Etosha (Anderson Gate): Little Ongava: Game Drives, Bush Walks, Rhino Tracking

Self-driven car during your journey as follows:
- Vehicle Type: Toyota Hilux 4×4 Double Cabin Manual (for automatic gear contact your Travel Consultant)
- Unlimited mileage
- X days
- Pick-up: Date & Location
- Drop-off: Date & Location
- Namibia Road Map and detailed description of your routing
- GPS navigation system
- One additional driver
- Two spare wheels and extra fuel tank
- Cooler Box and First Aid Kit
- Towing charges in the event of mechanical failure
For your rental car we book the best cover possible with the following services:
- STLW Super Theft Loss Waiver
- SCDW Super Collision Damage Waiver
- Tyre and Glass Cover
The general business terms apply
Game drives in high quality and well maintained safari vehicle with professional English-speaking driver-guide. In case the game drives are booked through your lodge/camp, they will be shared with other guests with a maximum of 9 guests per vehicle.
All airport and hotel transfers as indicated above
Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact, supporting you during your trip
Welcome kit including all important documents and information regarding your itinerary
Fees and taxes

Itinerary Summary

Ideal For

Itinerary Details

Windhoek

Sossusvlei

Damaraland (Twyfelfontein)

Etosha (Anderson Gate)

Windhoek

Price & Inclusions

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