About the Safari

From $14,250 to $15,500 per Person

Namibia is a vast country, even by African standards, covering an area approximately twice the size of California and four times the size of the United Kingdom, but with a population of a mere 2 million. This gives one of the lowest population densities in the world. It is also an ‘ageless land’; visible through a heritage of rock art created by stone-age artists and geological attractions such as the petrified forest where fossilized tree trunks have lain for over 280 million years. When added to the space and silence, these factors all contribute to a feeling of antiquity, solitude and wilderness.

This Ultimate Namibia Safari affords you the chance to experience this magnificent and memorable country in a very personal way. You will have your own professional and experienced safari guide who will enhance your enjoyment of this unique country by making it a fascinating and stress-free journey of discovery amidst very dramatic scenery. The knowledge, experience, and character of our guides are critical to a successful safari which is why we ensure that they are both personable and very professional. Your guide will have an intimate knowledge of each area and camp/lodge that you visit, allowing them to share the local insights and highlights whilst adding continuity and depth to your safari.

Daily Itinerary

Your trip is 100% customizable. The following itinerary provides a starting point to craft your own journey.

Day 1

Windhoek

Windhoek is Namibia’s capital, home to an international airport and a plethora of restaurants, shops, entertainment venues and accommodation options. The city is clean, safe and well-organised, with a colonial legacy that is reflected in its many German eateries and shops, and the widespread use of the German language. Windhoek has an interesting mix of historical architecture and modern buildings, many of which are worth a look, including the Alte Feste...

Day 2

Okonjima

This morning you will be picked up by your guide and leave Windhoek in a northerly direction. You have the option to stop off in Okahandja to visit the local craft market before heading on to Okonjima in time for lunch. After a short afternoon siesta you will head out on one of the many activities on offer to explore the world renowned AfriCat Foundation project, which is particularly well known...

Day 3

Onguma Game Reserve

Situated on the eastern side of Etosha, bordering Fisher’s Pan, Onguma Game Reserve is one of Namibia’s best kept secrets! Here you will be afforded the opportunity of experiencing Africa in all her beauty and diversity. Onguma Game Reserve has more than 34,000 hectares of protected land and wildlife. Our nature reserve boasts over thirty different animal species consisting of plains game including kudu, giraffe, eland, oryx, hartebeest, zebra, impala and...

Day 4

Etosha National Park

The defining feature of the National Park is the huge Etosha Pan, which appears to be the remnant of a large inland lake that was fed by rivers from the north and east. Etosha is so special because of the concentration of water-holes which occur around the southern edges of the pan. As the dry season progresses, these increasingly draw the game. In fact, often the best way to watch animals...

Day 5

Etosha National Park

Travel through the Etosha National Park today on a full day drive visiting the many waterholes and viewpoints along the way to reach the southern boundary of the park and exit before sunset.

Day 6

Damaraland

From the glorious rock formations of Spitzkoppe, Erongo and the Brandberg in the south to the equally glorious red-rock, wild-desert mountains around Palmwag in the north, Damaraland is one of Namibia’s most dramatic collections of landscapes. Hidden in the rocky clefts is Twyfelfontein, which along with the Brandberg contains some of Southern Africa’s finest prehistoric rock art and engravings, and there’s even a petrified forest nearby, as well as palm-fringed, oasis-like...

Day 7

Damaraland

Head out early this morning with your private guide, traversing dry riverbeds in search of the elusive desert adapted elephants and other fauna and flora.

This afternoon you can either relax and enjoy the camp’s facilities or opt for a scenic drive with your guide.

Day 8

Swakopmund

Founded in 1892 as the main harbour for German South West Africa, Swakopmund is often described as being more German than Germany. Now a seaside resort, Swakopmund is the capital of the Skeleton Coast tourism area and has plenty to keep visitors happy. The quirky mix of German and Namibian influences, colonial-era buildings and the cool sea breeze make it very popular.

Drive to Swakopmund today, passing by the rusting shipwreck...

Day 9

Swakopmund

Head towards the harbour town of Walvis Bay for a morning boat cruise exploring the waters of the Atlantic, the oyster platforms and marveling at the seal colony at Pelican Point, enjoying champagne and snacks on board (including fresh oysters).

You return by lunch time and the afternoon can be spent at leisure before heading out for dinner with your guide.

Day 10

Sossusvlei

This morning you will be taken to the Swakopmund Airport where you will depart on a scenic flight over Sandwich Harbour, abandoned mining camps, shipwrecks and the great dune sea before landing and being collected for your road transfer to Camp Sossus. NOTE – your guide will drive from Swakopmund to Sossusvlei and should arrive in the afternoon.

This afternoon may either be spent at leisure or on a scenic drive...

Day 11

Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei is where you will find the iconic red sand dunes of the Namib. The clear blue skies contrast with the giant red sand dunes to make this one of the natural wonders of Africa and a photographers heaven. Aside from the attractions at Sossusvlei – Dune 45, Hiddenvlei, Big Daddy and Deadvlei – other attractions in the area include the Sesriem Canyon and Namib-Naukluft National Park, where the mountains of...

Day 12

Depart

After a leisurely breakfast you bid farewell to your guide as you take to the skies on your flight to the Windhoek International Airport, getting you there in time to check in for your departing flight back home.

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