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A bespoke self-drive journey through iconic landscapes

The Journey

Journey overview

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure. This route is part of our Namibia safari packages, a 15-day self-drive journey designed for families, beginning in the capital, Windhoek, then travelling north to the leopard country of Okonjima and the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha, explored from both the Onguma reserve and the park's southern side. From there it crosses into rugged Damaraland — Palmwag, the Khowarib gorge, and the ancient rock art of Twyfelfontein — before reaching the granite domes of Spitzkoppe and the Atlantic coast at Swakopmund. The route then turns south to the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei at Sesriem, the Naukluft mountains, and the red sands of the Kalahari, returning to Windhoek. Crafted for independent travellers of all ages, it blends big-game wilderness, desert landscapes, dramatic mountains, and the wild Atlantic shore.

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Olive Grove Guesthouse

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Windhoek

Windhoek

Situated in Central Namibia, the cosmopolitan city of Windhoek serves as the capital of the country.

Okonjima

Okonjima

Midway between the spectacular Etosha National Park and the capital city of Windhoek, lies the well-known Okonjima Nature Reserve.

Onguma Reserve

Onguma Reserve

Situated east of Etosha, bordering Fisher's Pan, Onguma Game Reserve is one of Namibia's best-kept secrets.

Etosha South

Etosha South

Located just south of the boundary of Etosha National Park in northwestern Namibia, Etosha South makes up the southern region of this wild paradise.

Palmwag

Palmwag

Palmwag is a nature reserve idyllically located along a palm-lined tributary of the Uniab River, halfway between Swakopmund and Etosha, providing an id

Khowarib

Khowarib

Khowarib is a tiny village between Kaokoland and Damaraland in northwestern Namibia.

Twyfelfontein

Twyfelfontein

Set in the Kunene Region of northwestern Namibia, Twyfelfontein is a spectacularly scenic area, featuring one of the largest and most important concent

Spitzkoppe

Spitzkoppe

Situated in Namibia’s desolate, awe-inspiring Namib Desert, between Usakos and Swakopmund and about two hours’ drive from Swakopmund, the Spitzkoppe ar

Swakopmund

Swakopmund

Set between the rolling dunes of the Namib Desert and the icy Atlantic coastline, Swakopmund is a relaxed seaside town in western Namibia known for its

Sesriem

Sesriem

As there is no accommodation at Sossusvlei, visitors to this desert wilderness are likely to end up staying at Sesriem, 65 kilometres away, where camps

Naukluft Mountains

Naukluft Mountains

Located in Central Namibia, the Naukluft Mountains cut a fine silhouette against the vast open skies of this incredibly beautiful country.

Kalahari

Kalahari

Spreading across Botswana, South Africa and Namibia, the Kalahari, meaning 'the great thirst', is an exceptionally beautiful living desert.

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Your Days

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Day 1
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Situated in Central Namibia, the cosmopolitan city of Windhoek serves as the capital of the country. It is 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 an old fort, the 1896 Christuskirche Christ Church, and the more contemporary Supreme Court.

Your home for these nights is Olive Grove Guesthouse.

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Olive Grove Guesthouse

Day 2
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Midway between the spectacular Etosha National Park and the capital city of Windhoek, lies the well-known Okonjima Nature Reserve. The 22 000 hectare nature reserve is home to AfriCAT, a carnivore sanctuary, which gives the captive cats a second chance to be released back into the wild and become completely independent hunters in a protected area right in the middle of commercial cattle farmland.

Visitors can enjoy a stay at a variety of excellent accommodation options including everything from luxury villas to secluded camping. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy thrilling cat-tracking guided safaris, leopard-spotting, off-road night drives and learn about local San culture along the Bushmen trail.

You'll be based at Okonjima African Villa while you explore the area.

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Okonjima African Villa

Day 3
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Situated east of Etosha, bordering Fisher's Pan, Onguma Game Reserve is one of Namibia's best-kept secrets. The reserve offers visitors the opportunity to experience Africa in all her beauty and diversity. Onguma Game Reserve features over 35 480 hectares of protected land scattered with a variety of wildlife including plains game, black rhino, kudu, giraffe, zebra, lion, cheetah, leopard and more than 300 bird species.

The seasonal rains attract thousands of migrating birds to the Fisher’s Pan wetland area. The neighbouring Etosha National Park is home to a rich array of wildlife, including 4 of the Big 5.

For this part of the journey, you stay at Onguma Trails Camp.

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Onguma Trails Camp

Day 4
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Located just south of the boundary of Etosha National Park in northwestern Namibia, Etosha South makes up the southern region of this wild paradise. The area is comprised of a collection of world class private game reserves. The national park can be accessed via the southern entrance at Andersson’s Gate. Visitors can catch a glimpse of a variety of wildlife including: lion, giraffe, elephant, white and black rhino, and a multitude of plains game.

Popular activities include: enjoying an open 4x4 safari with an expert guide, half day or full day drives with the option of a picnic lunch with wine on the full day game drive.

Your base in the region is Etosha Safari Lodge.

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Etosha Safari Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia

Day 5
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Palmwag is a nature reserve idyllically located along a palm-lined tributary of the Uniab River, halfway between Swakopmund and Etosha, providing an ideal base from which to see the sights of the Kunene region or embark on one of the many local hiking trails. Water is scarce in this area, so the river’s presence often lures elephants closer to the camps.

The reserve is notable for its unusual species of palm tree, the hyphaene petersiana, and for being home to the largest population of southwestern black rhinos in Africa. Animal lovers can also get a peek at leopard, lion, cheetah, mountain zebra, Angolan giraffe, springbok, kudu, and African bush elephant.

Settle in at Hoada Campsite for your time here.

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Hoada Campsite

Day 6 - 7
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Khowarib is a tiny village between Kaokoland and Damaraland in northwestern Namibia. Just minutes away lies the Hoanib River - one of the few free-flowing rivers in this part of the world - and the dramatic scenery of the Khowarib Gorge. You can go hiking along the river bed and through the gorge, or experience the region’s birds and animals on a guided drive or walk.

Though the climate is harsh, the wildlife is surprisingly rich and includes jackals, genets You may even be lucky enough to encounter a rhino or rare desert elephant. It is also possible to pay a visit to a local Himba village, where the people live an extremely traditional lifestyle that has changed little over the centuries.

Overnight, you stay at Khowarib Lodge and Safaris.

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Khowarib Lodge and Safaris

Day 8
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Set in the Kunene Region of northwestern Namibia, Twyfelfontein is a spectacularly scenic area, featuring one of the largest and most important concentrations of rock art in Africa. The name ‘Twyfelfontein’ translates to ‘Fountain of Doubt’, which refers to the perennial spring situated in the impressive Huab Valley flanked by the slopes of a sandstone table mountain.

It was this spring that attracted Stone Age hunters over six thousand years ago, and it was during this time that the extensive group of rock engravings and paintings were produced.

Your home for these nights is Mowani Campsite.

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Mowani Campsite

Day 9
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Situated in Namibia’s desolate, awe-inspiring Namib Desert, between Usakos and Swakopmund and about two hours’ drive from Swakopmund, the Spitzkoppe are a group of bald granite peaks forming one of Namibia’s most recognizable and dramatic landmarks. These enormous towering domes are a mecca for hikers and mountaineers, from beginners interested in guided historic walks to professional climbers seeking an adrenaline boost.

Numerous ancient rock paintings can be visited as part of a guided walking tour. The extreme, barren landscapes and striking rock formations create an excellent setting for photography.

You'll be based at Spitzkoppe Rest Camp while you explore the area.

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Spitzkoppe Rest Camp

Day 10 - 11
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Set between the rolling dunes of the Namib Desert and the icy Atlantic coastline, Swakopmund is a relaxed seaside town in western Namibia known for its German colonial architecture, cool coastal climate, and adventurous spirit. Palm-lined streets, historic buildings, and ocean fog create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the country. Travellers visit for desert activities such as quad biking, sandboarding, and scenic flights over vast dunes and shipwreck-strewn shores.

Cafés, bakeries, and small museums add to the town's laid-back charm, though the Atlantic waters are brisk rather than tropical. With its striking desert-meets-ocean setting and mix of adventure and history, Swakopmund is one of Namibia's most distinctive destinations.

For this part of the journey, you stay at Sea Breeze Guesthouse.

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Sea Breeze Guesthouse

Day 12
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As there is no accommodation at Sossusvlei, visitors to this desert wilderness are likely to end up staying at Sesriem, 65 kilometres away, where camps and lodges serve as a base from which to explore the dunes. Sesriem Canyon, a deep chasm carved through the rocks by water, is a striking natural feature of the area that is best explored on foot.

Stony walls rise up sharply on both sides of the canyon, while birds roost in its crags and lizards dart along the ledges. The canyon’s name was coined when early settlers used it as a water source, using six lengths of leather (‘ses riem – six thongs) tied together to lower buckets into the water at the base of canyon.)

Your base in the region is Desert Quiver Camp.

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Desert Quiver Camp

Day 13
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Located in Central Namibia, the Naukluft Mountains cut a fine silhouette against the vast open skies of this incredibly beautiful country. Private farms occupy the northern reaches and to the south, the range falls within the spectacular Namib-Naukluft National Park. Rising steeply from the vast plains of Central Namibia, the rugged landscape holds a fascinating history, interesting geology and a boasts a variety of deep gorges, caves, small streams and beautiful waterfalls.

These mountains support an array of wildlife including over 50 mammal species such as leopard, mountain zebra; various antelope species and almost 200 species of bird.

Settle in at Bullsport for your time here.

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Bullsport

Day 14
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Spreading across Botswana, South Africa and Namibia, the Kalahari, meaning 'the great thirst', is an exceptionally beautiful living desert. The landscape is characterised by a large semi-arid sandy savannah, draped over a gently rolling inland sea of sand that covers most of Botswana and large parts of Namibia and South Africa.

It is inhabited by the indigenous San people, with the modern world having enveloped all the other areas they once roamed. The Namibian portion is made up of red sands covered in thin, wispy, mostly golden grass and dotted with acacia trees and wide-ranging wildlife, including gemsbok, impala, jackals and cheetah.

Overnight, you stay at Eningu Kalahari Lodge.

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Eningu Kalahari Lodge

Day 15
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After a final morning in the red dunes of the Kalahari, your family safari comes to an end as you return to Windhoek and Hosea Kutako International Airport for your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories of leopard country at Okonjima, the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha, the rugged mountains and rock art of Damaraland, the windswept Atlantic coast at Swakopmund, and the towering dunes of Sossusvlei.

What You Pay For

Includes / Excludes

Fully Inclusive

  • Premium 4x4 Vehicle Rental
  • Luxury Accommodation exactly as indicated
  • Meals & Beverages as per itinerary specifications
  • VIP Airport Meet & Greet and Private Transfers
  • 24/7 Dedicated In-Country Support Concierge
  • Comprehensive Custom Digital Tour File & App

Excluded

  • International Flights
  • Personal Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended)
  • Visas & Visa Applications
  • Optional Excursions not listed in the plan
  • Vehicle Fuel (Self-Drive segment)
  • Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Every journey leaves a story behind.

Discover the raw, unfiltered voices of our guests as they share their Desert Tracks adventures across Namibia and Botswana. Their words capture the magic better than we ever could.

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Thank you to Desert Tracks for creating a fabulous holiday around Namibia. Right from the early planning, we really felt that Desert Tracks had a fabulous depth of knowledge of Namibia - I guess that's the benefit of talking to a team in country rather than a team from the UK. Namibia is a stunning country, and thanks to the choices that Desert Tracks helped up with, we stayed at some stunning places and got into some fabulous locations and critically, got there ahead of the crowds.
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Desert Tracks were suggested to us for our first trip to Namibia, and we were delighted not only by the way our booking was handled, but also by the actual trip they put together by us. Viola and Jaun were always quick to respond, helpful, polite and professional, and they listened to our initial ideas and expectations and came up with a fit-for-purpose holiday. Everything went well during the trip itself - the car, lodges and other bookings were just what we would have wished for. DT also provided lots of background info and suggested excursions, etc. and the Travel Key app gave us relevant day to day information, including a Google Map link to the day's road journey. All in all, a great holiday, professionally organised. No hesitation in recommending DT when booking your trip!
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Werner Behner
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Unsere Reise war hervorragend vorbereitet und organisiert. Die gebuchten Unterkünfte konnten nicht besser sein. Super Service durch das jeweilige Personal, sehr freundlich und herzlich, besser kann man es nicht beschreiben. Die Reiseroute war toll zusammengestellt und sehr gut beschrieben. Die gebuchten Aktionen vor Ort bzw. die vor Ort noch zugebuchten Aktivitäten übertrafen unsere Erwartungen. Insgesamt ein unvergesslicher Urlaub! Vielen Dank dafür!
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Thomas Meyer
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Grandiose Natur und Tierwelt, Gastfreundschaft und aussergewöhnliche Lodges in einem wunderbaren Land; das ist Namibia. Die perfekte Organisation machte den Aufenthalt zu einem entspannten und ereignisreichen Urlaub.
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Simon H
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I cant speak highly enough of Desert Tracks as our partner for our holiday in Namibia. Viola was fantastic throughout. From the start as we developed our ideas about a possible holiday to Africa, through to firming up a brilliantly balanced itinerary, and then whilst we were in country checking in, offering advice and sharing the excitement of our amazing holiday. Namibia is a fantastic place to holiday; beautiful, friendly, varied and safe. We loved it. And this was made possible by Viola and Desert Tracks. I am not normally someone who rights reviews fro products or services, but in this instance I couldn't not - sharing with others is the right thing to do because it will hopefully allow more people to benefit from Desert Track's expertise and for more people to experience Namibia. If i could award 6, or 7, or 8 stars I would!!! Thanks Viola. You made 2 people smile a lot.
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Excellence! Thank you for my trip . As a solo experienced traveler I am glad I have found “ desert tracks “ for my first trip to Namibia . The whole itinerary was quickly adjusted to my interests , considering it was last minute booking . Joan replied on my request on Sunday ( same day I sent my message ) . The guide is very knowledgeable and very experienced.
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🌍 Kingsmen Namibia Highlights Safari – A Once-in-a-Lifetime Expedition For our elite sales team, we curated an extraordinary 11-day journey across Namibia – a land of breathtaking contrasts and raw beauty. This wasn’t just a trip; it was a celebration of achievement, camaraderie, and nature at its finest. ✈️ Arrival & Overview We flew into Namibia with a group of ten men of mixed ages, all top performers in our sales division. The excitement was palpable as we embarked on what we proudly call the Kingsmen trip – a tradition of rewarding excellence with unforgettable experiences. 🏜️ The Route Our adventure took us through: Sossusvlei in the Namib-Naukluft Park – home to the towering red dunes of the Great Sand Sea. The hauntingly beautiful Skeleton Coast, north of Swakopmund. Rugged Damaraland, where desert-adapted elephants and rhinos roam. Remote Kaokoland, rich in culture and wilderness. Wildlife-rich Etosha National Park. The serene Epako Reserve, where we ended our journey in style. 🚙 The Experience We travelled in 4x4 Land Cruisers with rooftop tents, alternating between wild camping and luxurious lodges. The terrain was dramatic and ever-changing – from vast desert plains to rocky outcrops and lush watering holes. One of the highlights was a hot air balloon safari over the Namib Desert – a surreal and soul-stirring experience that left everyone speechless. 🔥 Team Bonding This trip wasn’t just about the sights – it was about the people. We cooked our own meals, shared stories around the campfire, and laughed over our driving antics. The bond between the team grew stronger each day, creating memories that will last a lifetime. 🧭 Organisation & Guides The logistics were flawless. Every detail was meticulously planned, from the route to the accommodations. Our guides were exceptional – knowledgeable, passionate, and deeply connected to the land. Their storytelling and expertise elevated the entire experience.
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A reliable and very helpful agency. For various reasons, adjustments were necessary, and they were always quick to find alternative solutions that, above all, met the needs expressed. I think it's especially challenging to meet the needs within the budgets provided, but Desert Track and Safari has always been quick and effective in providing proposals. It would be wonderful to travel to Namibia every year. If I could, I would always turn to Desert Track and Safari.
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Daphne Karras
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Desert tracks organised a flawless 2 week trip around Namibia this summer for our family. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who wants to travel there. Thanks again
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Natalie Wood
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Viola and Jaun organised an amazing trip that gave us a very good understanding of the country from both a natural and historical point of view. Everything was set up extremely well from the logistics, (quality of) lodging and transportation. They have been very responsive also during our travel. Highly recommended. We will surely use their services again on any next trip to Namibia or Botswana Natalie & Mario
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