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Offered by - Motema Tours and Safaris
Tour Features
Explore the diverse landscapes, wildlife, and culture of Namibia on this comprehensive ten-day journey. Begin in Windhoek and head north to Etosha National Park, where salt pans, savannahs, and waterholes provide thrilling wildlife encounters with elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras. Continue to Damaraland, discovering ancient rock formations, desert-adapted wildlife, and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Twyfelfontein with its remarkable rock engravings. Travel west to the coastal towns of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean, offering adventure, scenic boat cruises, and charming colonial architecture. Journey south to the iconic Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, exploring towering red dunes, clay pans, and Sesriem Canyon. Conclude your adventure in the Kalahari Desert, experiencing vast red sands, unique desert wildlife, and tranquil landscapes before returning to Windhoek. This tour combines wildlife, desert, coast, and culture, providing a complete Namibian experience.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Private tour | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Normal 4x4. |
Route & Activities
Namibia
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
| 1-2 | Namutoni Camp No images available | Breakfast, Dinner Included |
| 3 | Okaukuejo Resort No images available | No meals selected |
| 4 | Mowani Mountain Camp No images available | Breakfast Included |
| 5-6 | Bay View Resort Namibia No images available | Breakfast, Dinner Included |
| 7-8 | Namib Desert Lodge, Gondwana Collection No images available | Breakfast, Dinner Included |
| 9 | Kalahari Anib Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Dinner Included |
| 10 | Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Dinner Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day 1 - Windhoek – Etosha | Namutoni
Depart Windhoek after breakfast and head north toward Etosha National Park, traveling through scenic savannahs and farmlands. Arrive at Namutoni Camp in the afternoon and check in at your lodge.
Enjoy your first game drive in Etosha, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and antelope at the park’s waterholes. In the evening, relax at the camp and observe wildlife gathering at the floodlit waterhole.
Suggested Accommodation: Namutoni Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Windhoek to Etosha
- Afternoon game drive in Etosha National Park
- Evening wildlife viewing at Namutoni waterhole
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Accommodation: Namutoni Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Etosha | Namutoni
Spend a full day exploring Etosha National Park from your base at Namutoni Camp. Embark on morning and afternoon game drives to encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of antelope species across the park’s salt pans and savannahs.
Relax at the lodge between drives and enjoy wildlife activity at the floodlit waterhole in the evening, where nocturnal animals often appear. This day provides excellent opportunities for photography and an immersive safari experience.
Suggested Accommodation: Namutoni Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Morning and afternoon game drives in Etosha
- Wildlife observation at Namutoni waterhole
- Photography opportunities of Namibia’s iconic animals
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Accommodation: Namutoni Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Etosha | Namutoni – Etosha | Okaukuejo
After breakfast, check out from Namutoni Camp and travel west through Etosha National Park toward Okaukuejo Camp, stopping at waterholes along the way to spot wildlife such as elephants, lions, giraffes, and antelope.
Arrive at Okaukuejo in the afternoon and enjoy a guided game drive or relax at the lodge. In the evening, observe animals gathering at the floodlit waterhole, offering a memorable nocturnal wildlife experience.
Suggested Accommodation: Okaukuejo Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive through Etosha National Park
- Wildlife spotting at various waterholes
- Evening wildlife observation at Okaukuejo floodlit waterhole
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Accommodation: Okaukuejo Resort
Meals & Drinks: No meals selected
- Day 4 - Damaraland
After breakfast, depart Okaukuejo and head southwest toward Damaraland, traveling through scenic landscapes of savannah, rocky outcrops, and dry riverbeds. Keep an eye out for desert-adapted elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife along the route.
Arrive at your lodge in Damaraland in the afternoon. Explore nearby sights or relax while enjoying the dramatic rock formations and rugged desert scenery that define this unique region.
Suggested Accommodation: Mowani Mountain Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Etosha to Damaraland
- Spot desert-adapted wildlife en route
- Explore rugged landscapes and rock formations
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Main Destination: Damaraland
Accommodation: Mowani Mountain Camp
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
- Day 5 - Damaraland – Swakopmund
After breakfast, depart Damaraland and drive west toward the coastal town of Swakopmund, passing through the dramatic Namib Desert landscapes. Stop at notable sights along the way for photos and short breaks.
Arrive in Swakopmund in the afternoon and check in at your lodge. Enjoy free time to explore the town’s German colonial architecture, beaches, and local markets, or relax and take in the refreshing Atlantic coast atmosphere.
Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort Namibia or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Damaraland to Swakopmund
- Photo stops along the Namib Desert route
- Afternoon free to explore Swakopmund
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Main Destination: Swakopmund
Accommodation: Bay View Resort Namibia
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 6 - Swakopmund | Walvis Bay
After breakfast, enjoy a day of coastal exploration between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. Embark on a Walvis Bay boat cruise to spot dolphins, seals, and seabirds while enjoying the fresh Atlantic breeze.
In Swakopmund, explore the town’s German colonial architecture, local markets, and beaches, or choose optional adventure activities such as quad biking, sandboarding, or scenic flights over the Namib Desert. Return to your lodge in the afternoon to relax.
Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort Namibia or similar
Highlights:
- Walvis Bay boat cruise to spot marine wildlife
- Explore Swakopmund town and beaches
- Optional adventure activities (quad biking, sandboarding, scenic flights)
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Accommodation: Bay View Resort Namibia
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 7 - Swakopmund - Sossusvlei
After breakfast, check out and drive southeast toward the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei, passing through vast desert landscapes and scenic viewpoints. Stop at Solitaire for refreshments and photos of this charming desert outpost.
Arrive at your desert lodge in the late afternoon. Enjoy the sunset over the towering red dunes and relax in the serene desert environment.
Suggested Accommodation: Namib Desert Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Swakopmund to Sossusvlei
- Stop at Solitaire for photos and refreshments
- Sunset over the Namib Desert
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Accommodation: Namib Desert Lodge, Gondwana Collection
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 8 - Sossusvlei
Wake up early for a full day exploring the Namib Desert. Begin with a sunrise visit to Dune 45, climbing for panoramic views over the red dunes. Continue to Sossusvlei, the vast salt and clay pan, and explore Deadvlei with its iconic white clay floor and ancient camel-thorn trees.
In the afternoon, visit Sesriem Canyon, a natural gorge carved by the Tsauchab River, offering insight into the desert’s geology. Return to your lodge to relax and enjoy the tranquil desert surroundings.
Suggested Accommodation: Namib Desert Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia or similar
Highlights:
- Sunrise climb at Dune 45
- Explore Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
- Visit Sesriem Canyon
- Evening relaxation at the desert lodge
Accommodation: Namib Desert Lodge, Gondwana Collection
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 9 - Sossusvlei - Kalahari Desert
After breakfast, depart Sossusvlei and drive southeast toward the Kalahari Desert, passing through the vast Namibian landscapes and scenic stops along the way. Enjoy the changing scenery as the red dunes of the Namib give way to the golden sands of the Kalahari.
Arrive at your Kalahari lodge in the afternoon. Relax, explore nearby dunes, or enjoy a short guided walk to observe the desert flora and fauna. Experience the sunset over the Kalahari, appreciating the tranquility of this vast desert environment.
Suggested Accommodation: Kalahari Anib Lodge or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Sossusvlei to the Kalahari Desert
- Explore nearby dunes and desert landscapes
- Sunset over the Kalahari
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Accommodation: Kalahari Anib Lodge
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 10 - Kalahari Desert – Windhoek
After breakfast, check out from your lodge and drive north back to Windhoek, passing through the central Namibian highlands and scenic landscapes. Enjoy short stops along the way for photos and to stretch your legs.
Arrive in Windhoek in the afternoon for a transfer to your hotel or Hosea Kutako International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable 10-day Namibian adventure.
Suggested Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from the Kalahari Desert to Windhoek
- Final views of Namibia’s desert and highland landscapes
- End of the 10-day Beauty of Namibia tour
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Rates Per Person
Nov 12, 2025 - Nov 12, 2026
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
The majority of international visitors arrive at Windhoek's international airport, Hosea Kutako, via Johannesburg, South Africa, or Frankfurt, Germany. You can self-drive or take a bus from Botswana, Zambia, or South Africa if you are already in the region.
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is Namibia's main airport, located 40 kilometres/25 miles east of the capital, Windhoek. Travel to the next destination is by small plane or car. Many people prefer self-drive because of Namibia's excellent roads and safety. In most cases, your local tour operator will arrange airport pickup and all additional transportation as part of the tour.
This tour starts in Windhoek and ends in Windhoek, Namibia
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- A passport with a six-month validity period and at least six blank passport pages.
- Except for ordinary passport holders visiting Namibia from a visa-exempt jurisdiction, visitors must obtain a tourist visa. Check the visa exemption list to see if you need a visa.
- Visas can be obtained on arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport or Walvis Bay Airport for visitors from 41 countries.
- Visitors from endemic countries must be immunised against yellow fever and carry a yellow fever certificate for verification.
Getting There
The majority of international visitors arrive at Windhoek's international airport, Hosea Kutako, via Johannesburg, South Africa, or Frankfurt, Germany. You can self-drive or take a bus from Botswana, Zambia, or South Africa if you are already in the region.
Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) is Namibia's main airport, located 40 kilometres/25 miles east of the capital, Windhoek. Travel to the next destination is by small plane or car. Many people prefer self-drive because of Namibia's excellent roads and safety. In most cases, your local tour operator will arrange airport pickup and all additional transportation as part of the tour.
This tour starts in Windhoek and ends in Windhoek, Namibia
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- A passport with a six-month validity period and at least six blank passport pages.
- Except for ordinary passport holders visiting Namibia from a visa-exempt jurisdiction, visitors must obtain a tourist visa. Check the visa exemption list to see if you need a visa.
- Visas can be obtained on arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport or Walvis Bay Airport for visitors from 41 countries.
- Visitors from endemic countries must be immunised against yellow fever and carry a yellow fever certificate for verification.
Offered By
Motema Tours and Safaris
Botswana
Namibia
South Africa
Tanzania
Zimbabwe
Motema Tours & Safaris is a leading Namibian tour operator offering tailor-made safaris, guided tours, and self-drive adventures across Namibia and Southern Africa. We specialize in creating personalized itineraries that combine wildlife safaris, desert and coastal explorations, cultural encounters, and adventure experiences. With our team of passionate local guides and travel experts, we ensure every journey is seamless, safe, and unforgettable, paying attention to every detail — from accommodations and transportation to activities and insider experiences. At Motema, we believe travel is about connecting with nature, discovering cultures, and creating lasting memories, delivering experiences that are immersive, authentic, and tailored to each traveler’s interests.
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