Explore Namibia Safari

The Explore Namibia Safari starts and ends in Windhoek, Namibia.

A intensive exclusive camping Safari of Namibia taking in a good number of the highlights on offer in this scenic desert country.

Highlights include the Waterberg Plateau, Namibia's premier Reserve - the Etosha National Park where we will go in search of Africa's wildlife, Ruacana Falls, Epupa, Palmweg, Spitzkoppe, the coastal village of Swakopmund, the towing sand dunes of Sossusvlei, and Windhoek.

An African cultural, wildlife and scenic journey of this amazing desert country.

DAY 1: Windhoek – Namibia

At the start of the Explore Namibia Safari you will be picked up at Windhoek (Eros) Airport and transferred to your lodge. The rest of the day is free for leisure. You'll meet your guide and the rest of the group and can arrange last minute things in Namibia's capital before our journey starts. In the afternoon we go on an orientation city tour around Windhoek.

Accommodation: Roof of Africa Lodge (Double rooms with en-suite bathroom, restaurant, bar & swimming pool)
Meal Plan: Dinner

DAY 2: Windhoek to Waterberg Plateau – Namibia

Early in the morning, we leave Windhoek and drive north to our next destination, the Waterberg Plateau. The Waterberg Plateau towers 400 meters above the surrounding plains, and 1878 meters above sea level dominating the landscape for miles around. The oldest rock stratum is 850 million years old and dinosaurs left their tracks here 200 million years ago. After arrival and setting up our camp we are taken on an open vehicle game drive through the National Park. If time allows you have the option to go on guided walks through the park.

Distance:    280 km  /  Departure:  08h00
Lunch Stop:    Picnic spot en route
Accommodation:    Waterberg National Park Camp (inside the National Park, ablutions with hot and cold water, toilets)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 3 & 4: Waterberg National Park to Etosha National Park – Namibia

We leave the Waterberg behind us and travel towards Namibia's well-known highlight of the north - Etosha National Park. After arrival we go on our first game drive through the park hopefully spotting a variety of wildlife. Etosha Game park was declared a National Park in 1907, it is home to approx 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and, surprisingly, one species of fish.

On Day 4 of the Explore Namibia Safari we'll spend as much time as possible driving through the ‘Great White Place' (translation for Etosha) trying to get closer to some of Africa’s Big Five.

Day 3:
Distance: 280 km (on the river)
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en route
Accommodation: Etosha National Park (Okaukuejo, Namutoni or Halali), Camping - Camps have a bar, restaurant and swimming pool as well as convenience store.

Day 4:   

Distance: 150 km of game driving
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en route
Accommodation: Etosha National Park (Okaukuejo, Namutoni or Halali), Camping - Camps have a bar, restaurant and swimming pool as well as convenience store.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)

DAY 5: Etosha to Ruacana National Park – Namibia

We leave the wilderness and wildlife of Etosha National Park behind us and enter the rural areas of northern Namibia. We travel through many small rural villages before arriving in Ruacana and set up our Camp at Hippo Pools. Ruacana lies on the border of Angola and Namibia and you will experience a totally different lifestyle to ours. 

Distance: 400km  /  Departure:  08h00
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en route
Accommodation: Eha Lodge camping
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 6 & 7: Ruacana Falls and Epupa  – Namibia

After an early start, we will get up early and hike to Ruacana Falls (1 hour), on day six of this Namibian Safari. The dramatic Ruacana Falls are 120m and 700m wide in full flood and are sometimes referred to one of the most spectacular sights on the continent. After our hike to the falls we start our expedition deeper into the Kunene Region, exploring the real life of the Himba Tribe. Already on our drive to Epupa, we will see here and there Himbas passing us. When we arrive in Epupa we set up our camp and will be able to explore the beauty and remoteness of this area, bordering Angola.

On Day 7 we will take part in a Himba Experience and visit one of their local villages to explore their culture and traditions.

Epupa means 'falling water' in the Herero and Himba languages. Epupa is Namibia's largest system of waterfalls and cataracts, and it lies on the Kunene River in northern Kaokoland. You’ll be spoilt with beautiful scenery and have the option to take a walk to the Epupa Falls or try some other hikes in the valley.

Distance: 300 km (bad road)  / Departure:  08h00
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en route.
Accommodation:    Omarunga Camp (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool, situated on the banks of the Kunene River).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x2)

DAY 8: Palmwag – Namibia

Day eight of the Explore Namibia Safari is a long one! We leave the Northern part of Namibia and drive through the Joubert Pass to Palmwag. Palmwag and surroundings is home of the desert elephants and after reaching our destination for today we will try and find these majestic animals. We are going on a walk after asking the locals in which direction they have seen the desert elephants last, trying to spot them and get closer to them.
Back in our camp our guide will prepare dinner for the group and we will enjoy another beautiful African Sunset.

Distance: 250 km  / Departure:  08h00
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en route
Accommodation:    Campsite at Palmwag Lodge (bar, restaurant, swimming pool)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 9: Spitzkoppe – Namibia

Our destination today is Spitzkoppe, known as the ‘Matterhorn of Namibia'. Rising to an altitude of about 1 800 meters, the Spitzkoppe is by no means Namibia's highest mountain, however, due to its striking outlines it is regarded as the most well-known mountain in the country. Situated in an endless dry plain, the island of mountains can be seen from far away.
We will leave Palmwag early so that there is enough time to go on a hike at Spitzkoppe.

Distance: 320 km  / Departure: 8h00
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en-route
Accommodation:  Spitzkoppe Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 10 & 11: Swakopmund – Namibia

Today we only have a short drive to Swakopmund, but if you want to, you can take part in a few of the many optional activities that are offered in Swakopmund like Quad biking, Sand boarding or Sky diving. But of course you can also just go and enjoy the little German coastal town and explore its beauty, beaches and charm.
This evening you can enjoy a typical Namibian meal in one of the many restaurants (at your own expense).

Distance: 200 km / Departure:  08h00
Lunch Stop:  Picnic Spot en-route
Accommodation: Villa Wiese (double rooms with en-suite bathroom, several bars and restaurants in town, internet café in town).
Meal Plan: Breakfast (x2) & Lunch (x1)

DAY 12 & 13:  Sossusvlei – Namibia

An early morning start takes us from Swakopmund south through Walvis Bay on our way to Sesriem in considered the oldest desert - Namib Desert.
We visit the world's highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei on this part of the Explore Namibia Safari. There is an option of taking the shuttle into the dunes. (Own expense) At sunset these red sand dunes, which can reach heights of over 300 m, are absolutely spectacular and provide for a fantastic photo opportunity. With luck, there may even be water in the vlei (lake).

Distance: 345 km (day one) / Departure:  08h00
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en-route
Accommodation: Hammerstein Campsite (ablution blocks with hot and cold water)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 14: Sossusvlei to Windhoek – Namibia

We leave the dramatic open desert landscapes behind us and travel back to Windhoek. This will be a long day but we will be driving through beautiful countryside and taking short stops to rejuvenate along the way.

In the evening we'll arrive back in civilization in Windhoek and enjoy if you want a hearty meal in one of the many restaurants (own expense) and celebrate our last evening of the tour.

Distance: 500 km / Departure:  08h00
Lunch Stop: Picnic Spot en-route
Accommodation: Roof of Africa Lodge (double rooms with en-suite bathrooms, bar, restaurant and shops in town, swimming pool)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

DAYS 15: Windhoek – Namibia    

After we meet one last time to enjoy breakfast together, you will still have time to explore the town of Windhoek on your own depending on when your onward flight leaves.

You will be transferred to the airport for your flight and we hope to welcome you back on one of our African adventures sometime soon.

Meal Plan: Breakfast