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Offered by - Motema Tours and Safaris
Tour Features
Embark on a comprehensive 12-day journey through Namibia, a land of dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. This tour combines the country’s iconic highlights — from the vast sand dunes of Sossusvlei and the haunting beauty of Deadvlei, to the wildlife-rich Etosha National Park and the rugged wilderness of Damaraland. Experience thrilling safari drives, explore the unique Okahandja craft markets, and immerse yourself in Namibia’s diverse cultures, including interactions with local communities. Discover the serene coastal charm of Swakopmund and the wildlife-packed waterways of the Caprivi Strip or northern regions, depending on your chosen route. Designed for travelers seeking a full Namibia experience, this tour blends adventure, wildlife, and culture, offering both iconic sights and hidden gems, making for a truly memorable journey across the country.
| 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 |
| 1-12 | 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 | Okaukuejo
After arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport, meet your guide and begin your journey north to Etosha National Park, a premier wildlife destination in Namibia. Enjoy the scenic drive across central Namibia’s savannah landscapes, with opportunities for photos and short breaks along the way.
Arrive at Okaukuejo Camp, check in, and relax before an optional evening game drive at the waterholes, where elephants, rhinos, and other wildlife congregate.
Suggested Accommodation: Okaukuejo Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Windhoek to Etosha
- Optional evening game drive at Okaukuejo waterholes
- First encounter with Etosha wildlife
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 2 - Etosha | Okaukuejo
Spend a full day exploring the wildlife-rich Etosha National Park. Begin with a morning game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, including open savannahs and salt pans, where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and rhinos.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing in the afternoon to explore other areas, including the famous Okaukuejo waterhole, ideal for photographing animals as they gather to drink. Return to your camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Suggested Accommodation: Okaukuejo Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Full-day game drives in Etosha National Park
- Wildlife spotting: elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras
- Visit Okaukuejo waterhole for photography
- Picnic lunch surrounded by nature
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 3 - Etosha | Okaukuejo – Damaraland
After breakfast, check out and depart Etosha National Park for the scenic drive west toward Damaraland, a region known for its rugged landscapes, granite mountains, and unique desert-adapted wildlife.
Along the way, enjoy stops for photography and sightseeing, including potential encounters with desert elephants, oryx, and other wildlife. Arrive at your lodge in Damaraland in the late afternoon to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Suggested Accommodation: Damaraland Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Etosha to Damaraland
- Possible wildlife sightings: desert elephants, oryx
- Explore Damaraland’s unique landscapes
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 4 - Damaraland
After breakfast, embark on a full day exploring Damaraland, a region of dramatic landscapes, rugged mountains, and ancient geological formations. Visit the Twyfelfontein rock engravings, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring thousands of prehistoric petroglyphs.
Optional activities include guided nature walks to spot desert-adapted elephants, black rhinos, and other wildlife, or a visit to local Himba villages to learn about traditional culture. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Suggested Accommodation: Damaraland Camp or similar
Highlights:
- Visit Twyfelfontein rock engravings
- Wildlife spotting: desert elephants, black rhinos
- Cultural experience with local Himba communities
- Explore Damaraland’s unique landscapes
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 5 - Damaraland – Swakopmund
After breakfast, depart Damaraland and drive southwest to the coastal town of Swakopmund, where the desert meets the Atlantic Ocean. En route, enjoy scenic stops to photograph rugged landscapes, granite mountains, and dry riverbeds.
Arrive in Swakopmund in the afternoon and check in at your lodge. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the town’s German colonial architecture, craft markets, and seaside promenade, or relaxing at your accommodation.
Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Damaraland to Swakopmund
- Explore Swakopmund town and German colonial architecture
- Leisure time along the Atlantic coast
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 6 - Swakopmund | Walvis Bay
After breakfast, embark on a morning boat cruise in Walvis Bay Lagoon, searching for dolphins, sea lions, pelicans, and cormorants. Enjoy a light lunch on board while taking in the stunning coastal scenery.
In the afternoon, return to Swakopmund for leisure or optional activities such as Sandwich Harbour 4×4 excursions, quad biking, or scenic flights over the Namib Desert dunes. Evening at leisure in Swakopmund.
Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort or similar
Highlights:
- Morning Walvis Bay boat cruise for marine wildlife
- Stunning views of the Atlantic coast
- Optional desert adventure activities
- Leisure time in Swakopmund
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 7 - Swakopmund – Sossusvlei
After breakfast, depart Swakopmund and drive southeast toward the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei. Enjoy scenic stops along the way, capturing the vast desert landscapes, rugged mountains, and unique flora.
Arrive at your lodge near Sossusvlei in the late afternoon, check in, and relax as you prepare for the next day’s desert adventures.
Suggested Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Swakopmund to Sossusvlei
- Photography stops along the Namib Desert
- Relax at your lodge and prepare for desert exploration
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 8 - Sossusvlei
Wake up early to explore the iconic Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. Climb the famous Dune 45 for panoramic views of the desert’s red sands and surrounding landscape. Wander through the striking Deadvlei clay pan, where ancient camel-thorn trees contrast against the white pan and vibrant dunes.
In the afternoon, visit Sesriem Canyon, a natural gorge carved by the Tsauchab River, offering insight into the desert’s geological history. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Suggested Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge or similar
Highlights:
- Early morning climb of Dune 45
- Explore Deadvlei and Sossusvlei salt pans
- Visit Sesriem Canyon
- Photography and wildlife spotting
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 9 - Sossusvlei – Lüderitz
After breakfast, depart the Namib Desert and drive southwest toward the coastal town of Lüderitz, passing the vast desert plains and scenic landscapes of southern Namibia. Enjoy stops along the way to photograph the unique terrain, including the famous Diamonds Coast area.
Arrive in Lüderitz in the late afternoon, check in at your lodge, and take time to explore the town’s colonial German architecture and quaint streets.
Suggested Accommodation: Lüderitz Nest Hotel or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Sossusvlei to Lüderitz
- Photo stops along the southern Namib Desert
- Explore Lüderitz’s German colonial architecture
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 10 - Lüderitz – Fish River Canyon
After breakfast, depart Lüderitz and drive inland toward the Fish River Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world. Travel through the vast southern Namibian landscapes, with opportunities to stop for photographs and enjoy the dramatic scenery along the way.
Arrive at your lodge near the canyon in the afternoon. If time permits, visit the Fish River Canyon viewpoint to witness the breathtaking panorama and capture memorable photos of this natural wonder.
Suggested Accommodation: Canyon Roadhouse or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Lüderitz to Fish River Canyon
- Stop at viewpoints for photography
- Explore one of the world’s largest canyons
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included
- Day 11 - Fish River Canyon – Kalahari Desert
After breakfast, depart the Fish River Canyon area and drive northeast toward the Kalahari Desert, enjoying the vast open landscapes and striking red dunes along the way. Stop for photos and short breaks to take in the beauty of southern Namibia.
Arrive at your Kalahari lodge in the afternoon. Relax and enjoy the tranquil desert environment, preparing for optional evening activities such as sunset dune walks or cultural experiences with local communities.
Suggested Accommodation: Kalahari Anib Lodge or similar
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Fish River Canyon to Kalahari Desert
- Photography stops along the red dunes
- Relax in the serene Kalahari environment
- Optional sunset activities or cultural experiences
- Overnight at suggested accommodation
Meals & Drinks: Dinner Included
- Day 12 - Kalahari Desert – Windhoek
After breakfast, check out from your lodge and drive back to Windhoek, passing through the central Namibian savannah and scenic landscapes. Enjoy short stops along the way for photos or refreshments.
Arrive in Windhoek in time for your onward flight or to conclude your Namibian adventure.
Suggested Accommodation: N/A (end of tour)
Highlights:
- Scenic drive from Kalahari Desert to Windhoek
- Photo opportunities along the route
- End of an unforgettable 12-day Namibian journey
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 Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- 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 Taxes/VAT
Excludes
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- 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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