Exploring Classic Namibia: Small Group

From Windhoek to Windhoek

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable Namibia tour with a small group of up to 16 travelers, exploring the country's most spectacular highlights. Departing from Windhoek, our journey begins with a visit to the awe-inspiring Fish River Canyon, where you'll witness the grandeur of the second-largest canyon in the world and soak in the breathtaking vistas.

Next, we venture to the mesmerizing Namib Desert, where towering dunes and ever-changing landscapes await. Prepare for unforgettable sunrises and sunsets over the red sand dunes of Sossusvlei and explore the surreal landscapes of Deadvlei, a photographer's paradise.

Our adventure continues to the coastal town of Swakopmund, where the rugged beauty of the Atlantic coastline meets the charm of a quaint German-influenced town. Enjoy thrilling activities such as dune boarding, quad biking, or a marine cruise, or simply relax and soak in the coastal atmosphere.

We then venture into the mystical Damaraland, a region defined by dramatic rock formations, ancient petroglyphs, and the chance to encounter desert-adapted wildlife, including elephants and the elusive desert rhino. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the local communities and learn about their traditions and way of life.

Our journey concludes with a visit to the renowned Etosha National Park, where a diverse range of wildlife roams freely across vast savannahs and a shimmering salt pan. Embark on thrilling game drives, seeking out majestic elephants, lions, giraffes, and countless other species in their natural habitat.

Finally, we return to Windhoek, enriched by the extraordinary landscapes, wildlife encounters, and cultural experiences that define Namibia.

This small group tour ensures an intimate and personalized experience, allowing you to create lasting memories of this remarkable journey through one of Africa's most captivating countries.

Note - Please enquire for the supplement if you would like Dinners can be included on the Classic tour or for the Superior upgraded tour (with maximum 6 guests).

Viva's Best Bits...

History galore! Twyfelfontein is home to one of the largest concentrations of rock engravings in Africa. The nearby Petrified forest dates back millions of years. The Welwitschia mirabilis plant is one of the oldest living desert plants on Earth.

The vastness of Fish River Canyon, the rugged rock formations, and the dramatic cliffs create a stunning and awe-inspiring landscape - its one of the most breathtaking natural wonders in Africa

It is a place of living deserts, where one can't help but be captivated by the ever-changing natural colors that paint the horizon. Explore the Deadvlei, an ancient clay pan surrounded by towering sand dunes, creating a mesmerizing and otherworldly lands

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Windhoek Kahalari Desert

Travel into the Kalahari Desert, with deep red dunes and endless grass plains. Enjoy an
optional nature drive.

Classic: Overnight at Intu Afrika Collection
Superior option: Overnight at Intu Afrika Collection – light lunch, Dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 2
Fish River Canyon

Travel south to the unique Garas quiver tree forest and Giant’s Playground with the boulders stacked mysteriously. At the lodge, we can explore the area on foot or an optional guided nature drive.

Classic: Overnight at Canyon Village - Breakfast
Superior option: Overnight at Canyon Lodge – Breakfast, light lunch, Dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 3
Luderitz

Our morning starts on the edge of the Fish River Canyon. Continue to Naute Kristall Cellar and Distillery to enjoy an optional liquor tasting. Head towards the coastal town of
Lüderitz, stopping en route at Garub, a viewing point for the wild horses. The following day we visit Kolmanskop, a deserted diamond-mining town. We also visit Diaz Point. Back in Lüderitz we explore this historic town.

Classic: Overnight at Lüderitz Nest Hotel - Breakfast
Superior: Overnight Lüderitz Nest Hotel Superior Room – Breakfast, light lunch, Dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 4-5
Namib Desert

After breakfast, we travel to our lodge in the Namib Desert. Spend the afternoon relaxing
or participate in optional activities. The next day we enter the Namib Naukluft National Park
shortly after sunrise. The Deadvlei is surrounded by some of the highest dunes in the world and Sossusvlei. We visit the Sesriem Canyon and enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

Classic: Overnight at The Elegant Desert Lodge - Breakfast
Superior: Overnight Sossusvlei Lodge – Breakfast, light lunch, Dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 6-7
Swakopmund

We approach the little settlement of Solitaire, before travelling towards the harbour town of
Walvis Bay. Visit the shallow lagoon before we reach Swakopmund, where the next 2 days are spent at leisure. Explore this quaint town or take part in optional activities

Classic: Overnight at Hansa Hotel - Breakfast
Superior: Overnight Strand Hotel – Breakfast & Marine Cruise

Day 8-9
Damaraland

Today our journey continues through Uis past the Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain (2 579m), into the Damaraland. This harsh, rocky environment is home to the elusive desert elephant, the black rhino and free-roaming antelope species. We arrive at our lodge and the rest of the day is spent at leisure. The next day, embark on a nature drive exploring the area. If you are lucky, you might see the elusive desert elephant. The rest of the day you can relax next to the pool or follow one of the walking trails.

Classic: Overnight at Ondjamba Hills - Breakfast
Superior: Overnight at Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp – Breakfast, light lunch, Dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 10
Etosha National Park

Day spent in Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO heritage site where Bushman communities engraved and painted over 2 500 pictures some 6 000 years ago! After a visit to the nearby Living Museum of the Damara, we proceed to the Petrified Forest. Our onward journey takes us to the Etosha National Park.

Classic: Overnight at Etosha Safari Camp - Breakfast
Superior: Overnight at Epacha Game Lodge & Spa– Breakfast, light lunch, Dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 11
Etosha National Park

Today is devoted purely to the abundant wildlife found in the Etosha National Park, which surrounds a parched salt desert known as the Etosha Pan. The park is home to 4 of the
‘Big 5’ - elephant, lion, leopard and rhino. Despite the size of the Etosha National Park, only the southern edge of the pan is accessible to visitors. Game viewing in the park is primarily focused around the waterholes, some of which are spring fed and some supplied from a borehole, ideal places to sit and watch over 114 different game species, or for an avid birder, more than 340 bird species.

Classic: Overnight at Etosha Safari Camp - Breakfast
Superior: Overnight at Epacha Game Lodge & Spa– Breakfast, light lunch, Dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 12
Etosha National Park

Enjoy a morning game drive in the Etosha National Park where we may encounter animal
species we have not seen the previous day and look forward to any new surprises at the
different waterholes visited. In the afternoon, we continue to our lodge, and spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Classic: Overnight at La Rochelle Lodge - Breakfast
Superior: Overnight at Mushara Collection - Breakfast and dinner (incl. selected local beverages)

Day 13
Departure

After breakfast, we travel back to Windhoek. You will be dropped off at your accommodation or transferred to the international airport.

Classic: Breakfast.
Superior: Breakfast.

What’s Included

Accommodation
  • Included Copy 20 12 nights accomodotion
  • Included Copy 31 Upgrade to Superior accommodation available
Food
  • Included Copy 20 All meals as specified in the itinerary
Fees & Services
  • Included Copy 20 Entrance fees, porterage, Still mineral water on bus, Tourism levies
  • Included Copy 20 Services of registered driver guide throughout the tour
  • Included Copy 7 Any flights, visas, Insurance, personal expenses, activities not specified or gratuities

Activities

  • Included Discover the red dunes and plants as you search for desert adapted wildlife in the Kalahari desert
  • Included Visit the unique and mysterious Garas quiver tree forest
  • Included Spot the Wild Horses of the Namib Desert
  • Included Be amazed at the breathtaking vistas found at Fish River Canyon
  • Included Explore Kolmanskop ghost town, a deserted Diamond Mining Town.
  • Included Be amazed at the spectacular desert landscapes found in Namib Desert
  • Included Walk along the narrow canyon floor of Sesriem Canyon
  • Included Explore the amazing Deadvlei, a surreal pan surrounded by ancient dead camel thorn trees
  • Included Explore the ancient rock formations and spot desert adapted wildlife found in Damaraland
  • Included Discover the charming streets lined with German colonial-era buildings in Swakopmund
  • Included Wildlife spot in Etosha National Park and visit the vast salt pan
  • Included Visit Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO heritage site, home to ancient bushman engraved and painted pictures
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Duration

13 days

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$2,841 USD

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