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9 Days - Namib Wilderness

Discover Namibia in 9 days, Sossusvlei’s dunes, Swakopmund’s coast, Damaraland’s landscapes, and Etosha’s wildlife, all packed into one unforgettable self-drive adventure.

Highlights

Kalahari desert, Namib desert, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland and Etosha national park


Full Itinerary
Day 1: Windhoek → Kalahari Desert
Begin your journey with a scenic drive south into the Kalahari Desert. Settle into the charming Kalahari Anib Lodge, surrounded by rolling red dunes and endless skies. Enjoy a sundowner drive and your first taste of Namibia’s wilderness.
Activities: Game drive, Hiking, Desert Night Walk.

Day 2: Kalahari Desert → Sossusvlei
Travel west into the heart of the Namib Desert. Arrive at Namib Desert Lodge, where desert views and a touch of comfort await. Relax at the pool or take in the surreal desert sunsets.
Activities: Game drive, Hiking, Desert Night Walk.


Day 3: Sossusvlei & Dead Vlei Excursion
Embark on a full-day adventure to explore the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and the hauntingly beautiful Dead Vlei. Capture breathtaking landscapes before returning to Namib Desert Lodge for a restful evening.
Accommodation: Namib Desert Lodge
Activities: Sossusvlei Excursion


Day 4: Sossusvlei → Swakopmund
Journey through dramatic landscapes via the Kuiseb Canyon and Gaub to the Atlantic coast and the lively town of Swakopmund. Stroll along the promenade, indulge in coastal cuisine. Overnight in a boutique hotel.
Accommodation: Delight Hotel
Activities: Quadbike, Sandwich harbour

Day 5: Swakopmund → Damaraland
Drive north along the Skeleton Coast, passing Cape Cross seal colony (optional stop). Enter Damaraland and arrive at Palmwag Lodge. Afternoon nature drive in search of desert-adapted elephants.
Accommodation: Palmwag lodge
Activities: Guided hike, Game drive, Visit Himba village


Day 6: Palmwag → Damara Mopane Lodge
Travel deeper into Damaraland and check into Damara Mopane Lodge, known for its unique chalet-style rooms and beautiful gardens. Spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring nearby rock engravings at Twyfelfontein (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Accommodation: Palmwag lodge
Activities: Sunset walk, hiking trail


Day 7: Damara Mopane → Etosha National park
Make your way to Etosha Safari Lodge, perched on a hill with sweeping views across the savanna. Prepare for the wildlife adventures ahead with a relaxing evening under the African sky.
Accommodation: Etosha Safari Camping lodge
Activities: Relax by pool


Day 8: Full-Day Safari in Etosha National Park
Spend the day on thrilling game drives in Etosha National Park, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife reserves. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and rhinos at the park’s famous waterholes before returning to Etosha Safari Lodge.
Accommodation: Etosha Safari Camping lodge
Activities: Full day wildlife game drive

Day 9: Etosha → Windhoek (End of Tour)
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back to Windhoek, where your unforgettable 9-day Namibian adventure comes to a close.

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