The 10 Day Highlight Namibia Safari Self Drive covers some of Namibia’s main attractions in one flexible route. Guests travel from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, Walvis Bay, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, and Otjiwarongo. This journey includes ancient dunes, Elim Dune, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, coastal activities, desert scenery, and rewarding game viewing in Etosha.
🗓️10 Days | 💰 From US$2,136 | 🌙 10 Days / 9 Nights | 👥 Max People: 26 | 🧒 Min Age: 10+
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Windhoek
Windhoek to Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei to Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay to Swakopmund
Swakopmund to Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park
Etosha to Otjiwarongo
Windhoek
Time/ Distance: 4 min (2.4 km)
You will be met and handed over the Vehicle. You will have leisure time to explore the capital city. Windhoek is often described as a city with a “continental” atmosphere due to its architecture (historical buildings dating back to the German colonial rule), cuisine, culture, dress, and educational institutions.
You can do a city tour during the day and go to Joe’s Beer House where they will enjoy different types of game meat and enjoy their evening.
Arebbusch Travel Lodge offers comfortable accommodation in Windhoek with a peaceful atmosphere, spacious rooms, and convenient access to the city’s attractions, restaurants, and shopping areas, making it an ideal base for exploring Namibia’s capital.
Time/ Distance: 4 hr 45 min (364.8 km)
You will depart in the morning from Windhoek to the Sossusvlei area.
The drive reveals the transition from Kalahari thornveld to the true desert of the Namib; Lilyveld, a valley 30km north of Maltahöhe, springs into bloom for about a week after good rains; Duiwiseb Castle is an interesting diversion 70km south-west of Maltahöhe.
As they are driving guests will have lunch along the way where they will pull over by a big tree and serve lunch at 12h00-13h00. After arrival, guests will have leisure time before going on a Sundowner drive to Elim dune around 17h30 or 18h00.
Desert Quiver Camp offers a comfortable self-catering desert retreat near Sossusvlei. Guests can enjoy spectacular desert scenery, stunning sunsets, and convenient access to the iconic dunes, Deadvlei, and Sesriem Canyon in the Namib Desert.
You will get early breakfast and drive into the park for the Sossuvlei Excursion which includes Dune 45, Deadvlei, Hiddenvlei, and Big Daddy.
You will have regular stops to take pictures and have some exposure to the Dunes. You will be back around lunchtime and will have some leisure time for yourself at the pool.
Desert Quiver Camp offers a unique desert experience near Sossusvlei with comfortable chalets, spectacular landscapes, and easy access to the iconic dunes. Guests can relax by the pool and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the Namib Desert.
Time/ Distance: 4 hr 36 min (374.7 km)
You will depart to Walvis Bay early morning at around 09:00 am from Sossusvlei to the coastal side of Namibia. It’s about 3 hours drive to Walvisbay.
Along the way you will see the endemic Hartmann’s mountain zebra as you leave, stop at Solitaire, about 80km from Sesriem for some home-made bread and an ice-cold drink, Kuiseb Canyon has some shady picnic spots, you can see springbok and pure-bred wild ostrich across the vast gravel plains of the Namib, the lunar landscape, look out for the welwitschia plant.
Once clients have arrived, they will get lunch and after quad biking and Sandboard activity which is about a 2-hour drive. After the act, Other optional activities can be Skydiving, Sandwich harbor, kayaking, desert tour. There are a lot of activities that clients can do in Swakopmund.
Loubser’s B&B/Self Catering and Backpackers offers comfortable accommodation in Walvis Bay with a friendly atmosphere and convenient access to the town’s attractions, lagoon, and nearby coastal activities.
Time/ Distance: 36 min (43.1 km)
You will depart to Swakopmund early morning at around 09:00 am from Walvis Bay along the coastal side of Namibia. It’s about 40 minutes drive to Swakopmund. Once clients have arrived, they will get lunch in Swakopmund after quad biking and Sandboard activity which is about a 2-hour drive.
After the act, Other optional activities can be Skydiving, Sandwich harbor, kayaking, and desert tour. There are a lot of activities that clients can do in Swakopmund.
Pebble Stone House offers comfortable accommodation in Swakopmund with a relaxing atmosphere and convenient access to the town’s beaches, restaurants, and adventure activities. It is an ideal base for exploring Namibia’s popular coastal destination.
Time/ Distance: 4 hr 50 min (491.6 km)
You will grab breakfast and depart to the northern part of Namibia. their journey and the second stop will be in Otjiwarongo, where guests can grab lunch at the shopping center before proceeding to Etosha National Park. The route is almost too short to stop, barring a comfort stop at Outjo and a picture of the Ugab Terrace.
If time permits, enter Etosha for an afternoon game drive. Depending on how often you stop today, On entering the park, the first stop would be Okaukuejo where you pay your entry fee and I suggest you pop in at the local shop to purchase some drinks and snacks and most importantly, a map of Etosha which will show you all the waterholes along the way. Etosha has lions, giraffes, rhinos, zebras, springbok, and elephants.
This on top of many lesser and common plains herds, and abundant birds makes game viewing in Etosha.
Mopane Village Lodge offers comfortable accommodation close to Etosha National Park. Guests can relax in a peaceful setting and enjoy convenient access to one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations, known for its exceptional game viewing and diverse landscapes.
You will take early breakfast and then go on the full day game drive and around 12h00 -13h00 clients will have lunch inside the park and continue with the game drive up till the afternoon and after the game drive, you will have leisure time to enjoy the atmosphere before dinner.
Mopane Village Lodge offers a comfortable stay near Etosha National Park with easy access to exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. Guests can relax in a peaceful environment while exploring one of Namibia’s most renowned safari destinations.
Time/ Distance: 1 hr 36 min (169.0 km)
You will get an early breakfast and depart to Otjiwarongo while enjoying the beautiful landscape Waterberg Region.
Hadassa Guest House offers comfortable accommodation in Otjiwarongo with a welcoming atmosphere and convenient access to the town and surrounding attractions. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay while exploring the scenic Waterberg region.
Time / Distance: 2 hr 22 min (250.5 km)
You will get up and have breakfast then heading to Windhoek. After reach, our guide will drop you at the airport.
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View DetailsOur Namibian tour was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Henzel was both our guide and driver, and he did an outstanding job in both roles. He was incredibly thorough and well-prepared, always sharing detailed insights about the landscapes, wildlife, and local culture. You could tell he truly knew and loved the country.
We did the “7 Days Wildlife Etosha and Sossusvlei Namibian Safari (Accommodated)” with Safari World Tours in December 2023 and it was the best choice for our family! We are experienced travelers (49 countries visited) and found that to travel to Namibia with a small child (4 years old) a tour would the the best option
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