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7-Day Relaxed Namibian Adventure

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Overview

For those who have limited time, this trip is designed to cover the major highlights of Namibia: Etosha National Park, the beautiful coastal city of Swakopmund and the world's oldest desert: the stunning Namib Desert with popular destinations like Sossusvlei.

Your stay in the Namib Desert will be at Namib Naukluft Lodge, which is the best spot to experience this living desert. Namib Naukluft Lodge offers sundowner and nature drives to experience the beautiful scenery.
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Drive to Etosha National Park

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Drive to Etosha National Park

Leave the city behind at around 8.30 to head to the famous Etosha National Park. This journey will take around five hours. When we arrive, we'll head out on our first game drive. The park is well known for its huge herds of antelope and zebra which you will be guaranteed to spot on your first game drive experience.

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    Accommodation

    Okaukuejo Camp

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Game Drive in Etosha National Park

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport to Okaukuejo Camp

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Okaukuejo

    Oshikoto Region

Day 2

Etosha National Park

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Etosha National Park

A full day in the park lies ahead of us. With the exception of rainy season, Etosha’s animals are dependent on artificial waterholes and natural springs. More than 114 mammal species are found in the park. With a bit of luck, we have the chance to encounter some big mammals like elephants and rhino as well as fearsome predators like lions and cheetahs during your exploration of the park.

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    Accommodation

    Okaukuejo Camp

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Etosha Game Drive

    Game Drive in Etosha National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Okaukuejo

    Oshikoto Region

Day 3

Etosha National Park to Swakopmund

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 Etosha National Park to Swakopmund

After breakfast and a brief game drive in the early morning hours, we’ll leave the park and head towards Omaruru, where we’ll visit the Kristall Kellerei for a wine tour and lunch. After the tour, continue the drive to Swakopmund. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. You might want to go for a walk in the city or at the beach to stretch your legs. Swakopmund has plenty of excellent restaurants – the choice is yours.

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    Accommodation

    Hansa Hotel Swakopmund4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Etosha Game Drive

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Etosha National Park to Swakopmund

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Okaukuejo

    Oshikoto Region

    Swakopmund

Day 4

Swakopund's Moon Landscape

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Swakopund's Moon Landscape

The whole morning in Swakopmund is at leisure. You may want to join one of the activities available like quad-biking or sand-boarding in the dunes just outside Swakopmund. In the afternoon, your guide will take you through the ‘moon landscape’, the Swakop riverbed, the ancient and endemic plant Welwitschia Mirabilis and the lichen fields.

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    Accommodation

    Hansa Hotel Swakopmund4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Moon Landscape Sundowner

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Swakopmund

    Erongo Region

Day 5

Walvis Bay and the Namib Desert

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Walvis Bay and the Namib Desert

This morning we shall drive along the coastline to the harbour town Walvis Bay. We will participate in a catamaran boat trip on the beautiful lagoon in Walvis Bay. Often these cruises are accompanied by dolphins and seals. Enjoy the prolific birdlife with pelicans and flamingos! Snacks and a variety of beverages are offered and included onboard the boat. We depart at around 1 pm from Walvis Bay, travelling to the Namib Desert.

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    Accommodation

    Namib Naukluft Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Walvis Bay Boating Trip

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Walvis Bay to Namib Desert

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Swakopmund

    Walvis Bay

    Hardap Region

Day 6

Namib Desert Sunrise Tour

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Namib Desert Sunrise Tour

Start your day in the early morning with a snack then depart to reach Sesriem, the park’s gate at around sunrise. Your tour route takes you along across the Tsauchab dry riverbed until it reaches the claypan – the Sossusvlei. Enjoy the day exploring, breakfast will be served and return to the lodge for lunch.

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    Accommodation

    Namib Naukluft Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sossusvlei, Dead Vlei and Sesriem Canyon Excursion

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Hardap Region

Day 7

Namib Desert to Windhoek

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Namib Desert to Windhoek

Thank you for choosing to visit Namibia. Depart from the lodge and transfer to Windhoek. The recommended departure time depends on the season.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Namib Desert to Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hardap Region

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 7 activities
  • 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • International flights
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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