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18-DAY SAFARIOverview
An 18-day exploration of Namibia's hidden treasures — the Kalahari, Fish River Canyon, Lüderitz, Sossusvlei, the wild Damaraland and Kaokoland regions, and the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha.
Destinations
Windhoek
DESTINATION
Situated in Central Namibia, the cosmopolitan city of Windhoek serves as the capital of...
Kalahari Namibia
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Spreading across Botswana, South Africa and Namibia, the Kalahari meaning 'the great...
Fish River Canyon
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Carving out an epic rocky wonderland in southern Namibia, the Fish River has created...
Luderitz
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Sandwiched between the rugged and stark Atlantic Coast and the arid desert of Namibia,...
Sossusvlei
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Located in the scenic Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei is where you will find the...
Swakopmund
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Set along Namibia's spectacularly scenic coast, the seaside town of Swakopmund is known...
Twyfelfontein
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Set in the Kunene Region of northwestern Namibia, Twyfelfontein is a spectacularly scenic...
Opuwo
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Opuwo, meaning 'the end' in Herero, lies in the north western Kunene region of Namibia....
Epupa Falls
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Epupa Falls lies in Namibia’s remote far north, on the Kunene River close to the Angolan...
Etosha West
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Situated in the western part of Etosha National park, a world-famous wildlife sanctuary...
Etosha South
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Located just south of the boundary of Etosha National Park in northwestern Namibia,...
Greater Windhoek
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Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, lies at the heart of the country, encircled by...
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(Start in Windhoek & Ends in Windhoek)Where Will Your
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Day-By-Day Itinerary
Day 1 - 2
Touch down in Windhoek and ease into Namibia's capital — a relaxed blend of German colonial architecture, modern African life, and excellent restaurants. Settle in at The Weinberg, set on a hillside above the city.
Spend your first day acclimatising — wander Independence Avenue, visit the Christuskirche, browse craft markets, or simply enjoy a sundowner from the Sky Lounge as the city lights flicker on below.
The Weinberg Windhoek
Day 3 - 4
Your journey heads south to the edge of the Kalahari, a landscape of deep red sand dunes and ancient camel thorn trees. Bagatelle Boutique Farmhouse sits among savanna grasslands with views straight onto the dune line.
Optional activities include guided dune walks at sunset, cheetah feeding experiences, and stargazing under some of the clearest skies on earth.
Bagatelle Boutique Farmhouse
Day 4 - 6
Continue further south to the rim of the Fish River Canyon — the second-largest canyon in the world. Fish River Lodge perches right on the canyon edge, with breathtaking views straight across the abyss from your private deck.
Take guided rim walks, scenic drives along the canyon edge, or simply soak in the silence as the light changes over a billion years of geology.
Fish River Lodge
Day 6 - 8
Drive west to the wild Atlantic coastline and the colonial outpost of Lüderitz. Colourful Art Nouveau buildings, ocean views, and the haunting Kolmanskop Ghost Town — slowly being reclaimed by desert sand — give this stretch its unique atmosphere.
Spot flamingos, seals, and penguins on coastal excursions, or simply enjoy the salt air and quiet of this remote town.
Alte Villa
Day 8 - 10
Enter the heart of the Namib Desert. Hoodia Desert Lodge sits in the wide Sesriem valley with uninterrupted views of the surrounding mountains. Early mornings are reserved for the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei, the white clay pan of Deadvlei, and the depths of Sesriem Canyon.
Optional hot-air balloon flights and scenic flights over the dune sea complete the experience.
Hoodia Desert Lodge
Day 10 - 12
Cross the Tropic of Capricorn to the cool Atlantic coast and the German-flavoured town of Swakopmund. Strand Hotel sits directly on the beachfront, with the desert rolling up to one side and the ocean stretching out to the other.
Optional adventure activities — quad biking, sandboarding, scenic flights over Sandwich Harbour — sit alongside coffee shops, breweries, and excellent seafood restaurants.
Strand Hotel Swakopmund
Day 12 - 13
Head north into Damaraland — a region of red sandstone outcrops, dry riverbeds, and ancient rock art. Camp Kipwe is built around enormous granite boulders, with rooms that blend almost seamlessly into the rocks.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Twyfelfontein engravings, search for desert-adapted elephants along the Aba Huab river, and stand in awe of the petrified forest and Burnt Mountain.
Camp Kipwe
Day 13 - 14
Continue further north into the remote Kunene region. Opuwo Country Lodge sits on a high plateau with sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and traditional Himba villages scattered across the plains.
Optional cultural visits to a Himba village offer a respectful, guide-led introduction to one of Africa's last semi-nomadic peoples — restorative, quietly exhilarating, and a day of welcome stillness.
Opuwo Country Lodge
Day 14 - 16
Drive deeper into Kunene to the thundering Epupa Falls, where the Kunene River cascades through a series of channels framed by makalani palms and baobabs. Omarunga Camp sits right on the riverbank within sound of the water.
Settle into the rhythm of the bush — early morning walks, sundowners over the falls, evenings around the fire under a sky full of stars.
Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp
Day 16 - 17
Cross south into the wilder, less-visited western side of Etosha National Park. Dolomite Resort sits dramatically atop a dolomite hill with panoramic views in every direction — a quiet, exclusive entry point to the great salt pan.
Game drives in this section feel intimate and remote, with sightings of elephant, giraffe, lion, and the rare black rhino against extraordinary backdrops.
Dolomite Resort
Day 17 - 19
Traverse the length of Etosha to the southern gate, ending each day at Etosha Oberland Lodge — a peaceful base just outside the park. Floodlit waterholes, sunrise game drives, and unforgettable Etosha sunsets define this stretch.
Wildlife sightings here are exceptional — elephant herds at Okaukuejo, large prides of lion, springbok and oryx in their thousands.
Etosha Oberland Lodge
Day 19 - 20
Drive south to Okapuka Safari Lodge, a private game reserve set in the rugged Otjihavera mountains just north of Windhoek. The perfect close to your safari — a final wilderness retreat moments from the capital.
Enjoy a final game drive, a quiet sundowner over the reserve, and a reflective last dinner under the African sky.
Okapuka Safari Lodge
Day 20
After breakfast, your 18-day journey through Namibia's hidden treasures comes to an end as you make your way to Hosea Kutako International Airport for your onward flight, taking with you unforgettable memories of red dunes, ancient canyons, Atlantic mists, Himba homelands, and Etosha sunsets.
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
Enquire About This Safari
Our team will tailor this journey to your travel dates, preferences, and pace — ensuring a seamless and unforgettable Namibian experience.
Lodge Selection
The Weinberg Windhoek Gondwana Collection Namibia
Windhoek
Bagatelle Boutique Farmhouse
Kalahari
Fish River Lodge
Fish River Canyon
Alte Villa
Lüderitz
Hoodia Desert Lodge
Sossusvlei
Strand Hotel Swakopmund
Swakopmund
Camp Kipwe
Twyfelfontein
Opuwo Country Lodge
Opuwo
Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp Gondwana Collection Namibia
Epupa Falls
Dolomite Resort
Etosha West
Etosha Oberland Lodge
Etosha South
Okapuka Safari Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia
Windhoek
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