Itinerary

1. Day 1: Windhoek to Weldevrede Guest Farm

   • Collection takes place at 09h:00 from anywhere within Windhoek.
   • Depart the city and travel through the scenic Eros Mountains and the Khomas Hochland Range.
   • Descend from the central plateau as the landscape changes into grassy desert savannah.
   • Stop at Solitaire for fuel and an optional afternoon tea break.
   • Continue to the lodge near the Namib-Naukluft National Park.
   • Learn about Sossusvlei, home to iconic red sand dunes rising to nearly 400 metres.
   • Discover that these dunes are among the highest in the world and glow dramatically in morning and evening light.
   • Observe desert wildlife such as oryx, springbok, ostrich, and reptiles found in the area.
   • Hear about Deadvlei, Big Daddy dune, and the photographic appeal of the region.

2. Day 2: Weldevrede Guest Farm to Solitaire Country Lodge

   • Depart very early in the morning for a guided Sossusvlei excursion.
   • Leave the lodge before sunrise to be among the first vehicles entering the national park.
   • Drive from Sesriem deeper into the desert area.
   • Experience excellent photography opportunities created by the early morning desert light.
   • Arrive at the 4x4 parking area and continue exploration on foot.
   • Walk around Deadvlei and Sossusvlei and observe the striking white clay pans and surrounding dunes.

3. Day 3: Solitaire Country Lodge to Swakopmund

   • Travel from the desert interior towards the Atlantic Swakopmundcoast, showcasing Namibia’s dramatic contrasts.
   • Cross the Tropic of Capricorn during the journey.
   • Traverse the Gaub Pass and the Kuiseb Pass.
   • Descend into the dry riverbed at the base of the Kuiseb Canyon.
   • Climb out of the canyon while viewing expansive desert landscapes.
   • Stop at Walvis Bay to view flamingos and other birdlife in the lagoon areas.
   • Continue to Swakopmund and settle in for the night.
   • Learn about Swakopmund’s shops, open air curio market, beach, museum, and National Marine Aquarium.

4. Day 4: Swakopmund and Cape Cross

   • Travel north of Swakopmund for an excursion to the Cape Cross Seal Colony.
   • Observe thousands of Cape fur seals at close range in their natural habitat.
   • Return to Swakopmund for free time.
   • Explore the seaside town independently, including the beach, shops, museum, curio market, and aquarium.
   • Receive information about optional activities available in Swakopmund, including boat cruises, scenic flights, fishing, quad biking, sandboarding, skydiving, and other adventure experiences.

5. Day 5: Swakopmund to Etosha National Park

   • Depart Swakopmund after breakfast and continue north towards Etosha National Park.
   • Enter one of Africa’s most significant wildlife reserves.
   • Learn about Etosha National Park’s diverse ecosystems and landscapes.
   • Discover that the park is home to more than 100 mammal species, 340 bird species, and 110 reptile species.
   • Spot wildlife such as elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, giraffe, zebra, hyena, springbok, and eland.
   • Learn about the Etosha Pan, a vast white salt pan that was once a lake.
   • Understand how seasonal rains attract flamingos and other wading birds.
   • Visit waterholes that draw large concentrations of wildlife.
   • Hear about the famous floodlit waterhole at Okaukuejo Resort and its wildlife viewing opportunities.

6. Day 6: Etosha National Park Game Viewing

   • Depart early in the morning for a game drive with breakfast packs provided.
   • Stop briefly for breakfast before continuing the safari experience.
   • Drive from waterhole to waterhole in search of wildlife, especially during the dry season.
   • Observe predator and prey species gathering at shared water sources.
   • Learn why Etosha’s waterholes are vital for animal behaviour observation and wildlife photography.
   • Spend the day maximising opportunities for exceptional wildlife sightings.

7. Day 7: Etosha National Park to Windhoek

   • Depart Etosha National Park after breakfast.
   • Travel south back towards Windhoek.
   • Conclude the tour upon arrival in Windhoek, marking the end of the journey.