Namibia Dream Private Safari
12 DAYS, 11 NIGHTS
PER PERSON
GUIDED TOURS
What to expect
Embark on Your Namibia Dream
Welcome to your Namibia Dream, an adventure like no other. Feel the thrill as you traverse the dramatic landscapes and encounter wildlife that will steal your heart.
Discover the Majestic Namib Desert
Begin your journey in the bare plains of the Namib Desert. Here, the vast open spaces stretch endlessly, inviting you to lose yourself in their beauty. The whispering wind carries tales of ancient sands and endless skies. Marvel at the apricot-coloured dunes of Sossusvlei, where the soft sand slips beneath your feet, and the sun casts golden hues across the landscape. It’s a symphony of colours, a dance of light and shadow.
Experience Romantic Swakopmund
Next, venture to Swakopmund, a quaint coastal town where the desert meets the sea. Stroll along the charming streets, taste the salty sea air, and feel the , warm sun on your face. The rhythm of the ocean waves and the desert’s silence create a perfect harmony. Enjoy a romantic sunset that paints the sky with fiery hues, leaving an indelible mark on your Namibia Dream.
Conquer the Rugged Damaraland
Your adventure continues in Damaraland, a land of rough terrain and rugged beauty. Here, ancient rock formations tell stories of time immemorial. The landscape challenges and inspires, promising unforgettable moments. Capture the essence of the wild as you explore this untamed wilderness, where every step reveals a new marvel.
Witness Wildlife in Etosha National Park
Finally, immerse yourself in the abundant wildlife of Etosha National Park. Gaze upon majestic elephants, graceful giraffes, and the elusive big cats. The park is a sanctuary, a haven for nature’s wonders, offering you a chance to witness the circle of life in its purest form. Every encounter is a reminder of the beauty and fragility of our world.
Customise Your Namibia Dream
This Namibia Dream can be tailored to suit your desires. Choose accommodations that reflect your style, ensuring a perfect balance of comfort and adventure. Personalise your experiences to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Answer the call of adventure. Let your Namibia Dream come to life, and be prepared for a journey that will captivate your soul and awaken your spirit.
Accommodation
BED, BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER
ON-SITE RESTAURANT
Itinerary
Day 1: Windhoek City Tour
Windhoek is a city of many contrasts. Modern skyscrapers blend with historic buildings dating from the turn of the century. Several German colonial-era buildings have been preserved and restored to fulfill useful functions in the community today. On your tour, you will see the Parliament Building, also known as the Ink Place, the Lutheran Church, and the railway station. Walking around the city is very pleasant. The city’s cleanliness is astounding in Windhoek—the streets are spotless! The remarkable church in the center of town is stunning. The last visit you will make is to the Katutura market, where you can try the local style. You will love the atmosphere
Day 2: Kalahari Desert
After breakfast, you’ll depart from Windhoek and drive via Rehoboth to the red dunes of the Kalahari Desert. In the late afternoon, you will participate in a guided game drive to learn about the flora and fauna of the Kalahari Desert. Kalahari Anib Lodge, situated 20km (12 mi) from Mariental, offers you an afternoon game drive. During this game drive, you can expect sights of various game such as giraffe, kudu, zebras, oryx, blue wildebeest, and elands. You can experience breathtaking views of the reserve, which has some of the highest dunes in the region, with views over the pan. The Kalahari has more than 150 bird species for guests who are bird enthusiasts. The well-known suricate, more commonly known as a meerkat, can also be seen. As the day draws to a close, you’ll treated to a sundowner on the dune, complemented by refreshments and Namibian snacks, while enjoying a breathtaking sunset over the Kalahari.
Day 3: Sossusvlei
You’ll travel further south via Maltahöhe onto the low plains of the Namib Desert to Desert Camp, near the Sossusvlei dunes’ entrance gate. You’ll spend the afternoon leisurely, with an overnight stay at Desert Camp, with dinner and breakfast the following day.
Situated in a private nature reserve spanning 25,000ha (15,500km²) from the Namib Desert to the Naukluft Mountains. This lodge offers you a desert feel. It is a nature lover’s dream. The game wanders freely here. Kudu, oryx, antelopes, springbok, and klipspringers are a common sight. You’ll arrive here after a long drive from Mariental to be welcomed by lovely staff, and they will show us the beautiful air-conditioned rooms. There is a definite need to dive into the pool to cool off! Later in the day, you can go to the viewpoint about 10 minutes away and see more game. Alternatively, you can take a self-guided walk around the trails to enjoy this beautiful natural landscape. You’ll come back and enjoy dinner around 7:30 pm
Day 4: Namib-Naukluft National Park
This day is very exciting! It is the one we have been waiting to see! You’ll depart very early, around 5:00 am, into Namib-Naukluft National Park to witness one of Namibia’s most scenic attractions—Sossusvlei and the highest dunes in the world. You’ll visit the nearby Deadvlei, a dried-out natural water pan with dead acacia tree trunks rising to the blue sky.
Sesriem and Deadvlei are about 80km (50 mi) from your lodge. Here, you’ll first see and climb Dune 40, a massive and exciting climb. A few kilometers away, you will find Dune 45, the most popular dune to climb (there are usually many people, and it can get crowded). Then, your journey continues to Deadvlei, where you will see the picturesque desert formations. The Sesriem Canyon is another attraction worthwhile seeing en route back to the lodge. A relaxing sundowner on the nearby ridge ends an unforgettable day in the desert.
Day 5: Swakopmund
The route takes you north via the Kuiseb Canyon to Swakopmund. Highlights en route include a drive to the Moon Landscape and the ancient desert plant, Welwitschia mirabilis. You will enjoy the seemingly endless drive to this town, a rugged, extraordinary landscape with fantastic rock formations. The numerous land types of rocks and the start of the desert white sands will lead miles and miles to the desert, kissing the oceans. This quaint desert town, with its old-world charm and relaxed atmosphere, hedged by desert and sea, is enhanced by lush green lawns and palm trees. You’ll spend the afternoon at leisure. You will find a massive influence of German culture in this town from food, language, and architecture. You will spend the rest of the day leisurely and try seafood and German dishes later in the evening. Exploring the town on foot is lovely since it has a long beach.
Day 6: Walvis Bay
A dolphin cruise has been booked for you today. You will be picked up at your accommodation and driven to the nearby town of Walvis Bay, where your boat cruise with Laramon Tours (or similar) departs. Please ensure you have had breakfast and are ready to leave Swakopmund by approximately 8:00 am, as you are requested to be at the check-in counter at the Walvis Bay Waterfront by approximately 8:45 am. Your cruise today departs from the Walvis Bay Yacht Club at approximately 9:00 am. It takes you through the harbor, passing moored Russian trawlers en route and on to Pelican Point, where inquisitive seals will swim up to the boats looking for something to eat, all while pods of bottlenose dolphins swim alongside the boat.
The scenic drive from Swakopmund to Walvis Bay takes about 30 minutes. Remember to bring a hat, sunscreen, and a warm jacket. After three exciting hours, the catamaran will dock, and your guide will return you to the guesthouse.
Day 7: Damaraland
You’ll depart from Swakopmund along the Atlantic Coast towards the north. You’ll visit the Lichen Fields near Wlotzka’s Baken before continuing to Henties Bay, a small holiday resort, and onwards to the seal colony at Cape Cross.
After visiting the seals, the journey continues via Ugabmund to the southern Skeleton Coast National Park to inspect a shipwreck. Though there is not much left of the shipwrecks, there are still a couple of them that you will see and a few skulls of the sea animals. You will have your packed lunches while enjoying the views. You will leave the Skeleton Coast National Park in the early afternoon and travel via Springbok Water. You will experience the harsh transition from the Namib Desert to the Damaraland Highlands with its impressive landscape and rugged valleys. This is your last scenic drive on your way to Palmwag Lodge. The journey to Palmwag Lodge is long, a total of 5 hours. You will settle in for two nights as you explore this region.
Day 8: Damaraland
A highlight today will be the rhino tracking excursion with the lodge. Palmwag Lodge, in a joint venture with the Torra Conservancy, Anabeb Conservancy, and Sesfontein Conservancy offers rhino tracking in the Palmwag Concession and in the Torra Conservancy. The communities and conservancies directly benefit from these excursions since part of the income generated through rhino tracking is paid to the conservancies. Rhino tracking excursions are guided by a qualified guide from Palmwag Lodge and a qualified tracker from the Rhino Rangers or Save the Rhino Trust. Full-day and half-day tracking excursions are available and both options include breakfast. Lunch is included in the full-day tracking package. This is our last activity, you will go back to your lodge. Rhino tracking is not on foot is by car.
You will join the rhino-guided tour with qualified guides for the day. There is an opportunity for a self-drive in our vehicle if you feel like you need to enjoy the scenery.
Day 9: Etosha National Park
The drive route to the national park is very interesting since it drives through small goat farming communities which is not very common in this part of the country, sit back and enjoy this amazing landscape as you head to the park.
Leaving Palmwag Lodge, you’ll travel via the Grootberg Pass to Kamanjab and further to the Etosha National Park. The Etosha National Park presents you with a wilderness experience that is unmatched in terms of privacy and landscape viewing.
If time permits, your guide will drive into the National Park with you this afternoon for a game drive.
Your overnight stay will be at Mondjilla Safari Lodge which is 20km away from the gate (or similar) (on a dinner and breakfast basis) Etosha South. After leaving Palmwag Lodge, you’ll travel via the Grootberg Pass to Kamanjab and further to the Etosha National Park. You will check in and then head off to the park for an afternoon drive with a guided safari tour vehicle with a knowledgeable guide.
Day 10: Etosha National Park
You’ll discover the mysteries of the African bush in Etosha National Park whilst traveling in an eastern direction through the park. You’ll spend the day doing game drives in the park and visiting the numerous waterholes that attract a large diversity of animal and bird species, many of these being endemic to the country.
Your overnight stay will be on a dinner and breakfast basis.
Day 11: Etosha National Park
Mushara Bush Lodge to Etosha East
This is another day to discover the mysteries of the African bush in Etosha National Park whilst traveling in an easterly direction via Halali and Namutoni to your overnight lodge.
Your overnight stay will be at Mushara Bush Camp or similar (on a dinner and breakfast basis).
Day 12: Windhoek
Your return journey via Okahandja to Windhoek
Okahandja is an important center for woodcarvers from the north. They practice their ancient skills at the Woodcarvers Market next to the main road. This is a good place to pick a last souvenir. Your arrival in Windhoek will be around 5:00 pm with a transfer to Hosea Kutako Airport for check-in on your outbound flight.
You will bid farewell to Namibia, we wish you a safe journey home.
Inclusions
* Airport transfers * Guided tours * Park entry fees
Exclusions
* Flights * Car rental * Guided tours not mentioned * Meals not mentioned * Travel insurance * Gratuities * Personal expenses
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Attractions and Activities
Windhoek
Mariental
Sossusvlei
Swakopmund
Damaraland
Etosha National Park
Game Drives
Nature Hikes
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