Day 1: Arrival at Windhoek Int’l Airport
Arrive at Hosea Kutako international airport in Namibia, here our local representative from Avens will be waiting for you – meet and greet after clearing through immigrations, then transfer to the accommodation for your stay, refreshment and overnight. A complementary massage today is included to rejuvenate from the long flight.
Overnight: The Olive Exclusive
Day 2: To Sossusvlei -Namib Desert
Have a hearty breakfast at the hotel in Windhoek, embark on the journey roughly 5-hours southwards to the renown Sossusvlei via the picturesque Spreetshoogte Pass – a mountain pass in central Namibia connecting the Namib desert with the Khomas highland. Here you’ll have a stop at the public view point to take in the boundless view of the Namib. Enjoy lunch break at Solitaire oasis before you continue the journey arriving at the camp in Sossusvlei where you’ll have your stay.
Overnight: Sossusvlei Desert lodge
Day 3: Sossusvlei
Today is the day to explore in detail the Sossusvlei, behold the beauty of these iconic dunes that come to life at sunrise and sunset, drawing photography enthusiasts from around the globe. Sossusvlei is home to a variety of desert wildlife including oryx, springbok, ostrich and a variety of reptiles and other wildlife that has adapted to this landscape. Visitors can climb "Big Daddy", one of Sossusvlei’s tallest dunes and also explore Deadvlei, a white-salt claypan dotted with ancient trees.
Return to the lodge in the evening to a sumptuous meal, evening stargazing and overnight.
Overnight: Sossusvlei Desert lodge
Day 4: To Swakopmund
Today after breakfast, you’ll transfer from the desert to sea and behold the magnificent contrast of Namibia. On your journey you’ll cross the Tropic of Capricorn – traverse the Gaub and the Kuiseb passes, driving down the dry river bed at the bottom of the Kuiseb Canyon before climbing up the other side and taking in the stunning desert landscape unfold before you. You detour at the coast at Walvis Bay to watch the beautiful birds including the Flamingos. Dimmer and overnight at the lodge in Swakopmund.
Overnight: The Strand Hotel
Day 5: Explore Swakopmund
Today after breakfast, explore Swakopmund at leisure – there’s various excursions and experiences to delve into to discover the beauty and diversity of this unique coastal town of Namibia. Walks along the coast, adventures like Quad-biking, boat excursions, local history at Museum and German architecture, the Sandwich harbor tour and Pelican Point which reveals to you Seals and Dolphins, Kayaking and so much more can be done here our local expert will be ready to assist according to your interest.
Overnight: The Strand Hotel
Day 6: To Skeleton Coast - Damaraland
Bid farewell to Swakopmund after breakfast, embark on the safari journey along the Skeleton Coast. On this epic journey, you’ll explore the Shipwrecks later continue to witness the massive Cape Cross Seal colony, behold the beauty of unique desert and its shifting dunes then continue to Brandberg Damaraland, one of Namibia’s most magnificent places – later on to the camp
On arrival check-in at the lodge/camp where you’ll have dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Camp Kipwe
Day 7-8: Damaraland
Have meals at the camp, you’ll explore the treasures of Damaraland, browse its mysterious and magical landscape on game drives to discover odd plants and creatures, the desert-adapted Elephants, track Black Rhinos and much more wildlife that has managed to learn how to existence in this harsh landscape. You’ll visit the famous San Bushman petroglyphs and rock art paintings of Twyfelfontein, witness artworks created by the hands of hunter-gatherers from another era.
Rest of the day enjoying views at the back of camp, sundowners and stargazing at night. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Top of FormOvernight: Camp Kipwe
Day 9-10: Explore Etosha National Park
On the 9-day, depart Twyfelfontein – Damaraland to Etosha national park. During your stay in the park, you’ll browse its stunning landscapes which shelter a variety of remarkable wildlife including Lions, Leopards, Elephant, Hyenas, Springbok and much more. egion of this wild paradise. The park has a collection of world-class private game reserves where visitors can encounter both species of prey and predator. You’ll take on game drives in Ongava private reserve and Etosha – morning and sunset, walking safaris view wildlife at waterholes and a guided safari is one perfect way to enjoy the rewards of this wilderness sanctuary.
Overnight: Little Ongava
Day 11: Departure
Have a hearty breakfast bid farewell to Etosha, travel back to Windhoek arrive at the airport in time for your flight.
