Upon arrival at Windhoek's Hosea Kutako International Airport, you will be transferred to Backpackers Lodge near the city center. After check-in and some relaxation time, an optional afternoon excursion awaits for those who arrived before noon. Join us on a drive to the renowned N/a’an ku se Wildlife Sanctuary, situated approximately 50 km east of Windhoek. This sanctuary is dedicated to the rehabilitation of sick, injured, and orphaned animals, with a focus on reintroducing them to their natural habitats. While some animals find permanent homes due to their inability to survive in the wild, we'll have the opportunity to encounter various species, including baboons, caracals, lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, leopards, and other smaller mammals. Witnessing the locals' feeding time is a special experience. In the late afternoon, we'll return to Windhoek. Tonight, you have the freedom to choose your own dinner from the excellent array of restaurants available in Namibia's capital city. Your guide will gladly assist you with recommendations and reservations.

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Accommodation: Hilton Hotel, Windhoek,

Meals & Drinks: Lunch & Dinner Included

You will be picked up from your Windhoek accommodation at 07:00 and taken to our Head Office for a brief meeting. From there, we head north towards Etosha National Park, making a quick stop in Otjiwarongo for supplies. Enjoy a light lunch while we drive through the park, spotting various wildlife and stopping at waterholes along the way. Our overnight stay is at Halali Camp, where you'll have comfortable en-suite rooms with tea/coffee facilities. Make sure to visit the Moringa waterhole, located nearby, as it attracts a variety of species including elephants and the critically endangered black rhino.

Main Destination: Etosha National Park

Accommodation: Halali Resort,

Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

We have a full day ahead to explore Etosha National Park, taking advantage of the park gates opening at sunrise. The early morning is an excellent time for game viewing, especially for witnessing big cats returning from their hunts. After breakfast and loading our vehicle at Halali, we venture back into the park to search for more iconic wildlife. Etosha's desert landscape makes water a precious resource, leading us to visit numerous natural and man-made waterholes where thirsty animals gather. Along the way, we'll also stop to admire the vast Etosha Pan, a dazzling white mineral pan spanning over 4,700 square kilometers, visible even from space. As the day draws to a close, we exit the park through the Anderson gate and reach our comfortable accommodation. Here, you can unwind in spacious twin share rooms with modern en-suite bathrooms. Our guide will prepare a fantastic dinner, allowing you to relax and appreciate the surrounding beauty.

Main Destination: Etosha National Park

Accommodation: Etosha Village, Okaukuejo,

Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

After breakfast, we set off at 07:30 on our scenic route towards the Skeleton Coast. Passing through Damaraland, known for its breathtaking landscapes and encounters with local tribes, we have the opportunity to visit informal shops where Himba, Herero, and Damara tribeswomen sell handcrafted souvenirs. Supporting the local economy through a small purchase is encouraged. Continuing through the stunning terrain, we enjoy a light picnic lunch near the majestic Brandberg mountain, the highest peak in Namibia. Arriving at the chilly Atlantic Ocean, we witness the rugged beauty of the Skeleton Coast, named for its treacherous conditions and shipwrecks. Heading south along the coast, we visit the Zeila shipwreck, which ran aground in 2008 and now provides a captivating photo opportunity. Our final destination is Swakopmund, where we check into the centrally located A La Mer hotel. Swakopmund, founded in 1892, showcases colonial German architecture and offers a variety of excellent restaurants. Your guide will gladly provide recommendations and assist with bookings.

Main Destination: Swakopmund

Accommodation: Hotel A La Mer,

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included

We have the option for a relaxed morning today since we depart from Swakopmund in the mid-morning, with the exact time to be communicated by your guide. If you prefer an early start, Swakopmund offers various activities to keep you entertained, such as exploring the town center on foot or engaging in thrilling adventures like quad biking or sandboarding down sand dunes at exhilarating speeds. Our guide will provide information on all available options and assist with any bookings you may wish to make. At 11:30, we leave Swakopmund and venture east into the desert. Crossing the vast Namib gravel plains, we encounter striking mountain inselbergs amidst the seemingly barren flat terrain. The journey includes traversing two mountain passes: the formidable Kuiseb Pass and the smaller Gaub River canyon. As we exit the mountains, we reach a flat road and cross the Tropic of Capricorn at 23.5 degrees south, marked by a signpost for memorable photos. Our destination for today is Desert Camp, situated near the entrance of Sesriem, the gateway to the dunes at Sossusvlei. The camp offers a pool and bar, and our guide will prepare dinner over an open fire.

Main Destination: Namib Desert

Accommodation: Desert Camp,

Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

Today, we rise early to witness the stunning sunrise in the dunes. The best time for photography is at sunrise and sunset when the sand dunes radiate vibrant shades of orange and red. Departing from Sesriem, we quickly cover the 60 km to the 2x4 car park where we park our two-wheel-drive vehicles. From there, we venture into the ancient Tsauchab River-bed for the final 5 km to Sossusvlei. The Tsauchab River is seasonal, flowing only during periods of sufficient rain. Over time, the riverbeds became filled with wind-blown sand, restricting the flow. While Sossusvlei occasionally experiences flooding after heavy rains, it can no longer reach the Atlantic Ocean due to the sand barriers created by the wind. At Sossusvlei, we explore the striking Dead Vlei, a pan surrounded by dunes adorned with the skeletal remains of camelthorn trees. Afterward, we return the same way, stopping at the famous Dune 45 for those with energy to climb or for a relaxing break at its base. On our way back to Sesriem, we make a short detour to visit the Sesriem Canyon, which was carved by the Tsauchab River over millions of years. In the late afternoon, we return to Desert Camp, concluding our day's adventures.

Main Destination: Sossusvlei

Accommodation: Desert Camp,

Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

Our last day today but excitement is still on the menu. We head back to Solitaire and join an open vehicle to visit one of their local conservation projects, in this case cheetah. Solitaire is home to a number of cheetah that, for different reasons, are unable to be released back into the wild. for different reasons. This excursion allows us the chance to learn all about the cheetah, the work done by local conservation projects, and also get some incredible photos of the world’s fastest land mammal. After the activity our guide will get us a sample of the apple pie that has made this homestead famous. There is some lovely mountain scenery on our drive back to Windhoek. The road climbs up onto and over Namibia’s central plateau and we return to Windhoek via the small community at BűellsPort and the small town of Rehoboth. We arrive mid-afternoon and will be dropped at the accommodation of your choice within Windhoek city limits.

Main Destination: Windhoek

Accommodation: None,

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included