16 Day Namibia Bucketlist Safari (Camping)

Our adventure in Namibia begins in the Capital city of Windhoek upon arrival when everyone meets at the airport for a short tour briefing. We are taken to our accommodation for the night to settle in before setting off to enjoy the warm hospitality and an own expense dinner at the infamous restaurant “Joe’s Beerhouse”, or a similar restaurant. We spend the night in comfort at our hotel and prepare for the next day’s adventure.

Meals: Dinner own expense
Distance: +- 60 km
Accommodation: Klein Windhoek Guesthouse or similar

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Airport Pickup

This morning, we leave the city behind us and begin our winding journey south into the open plains of the vast Kalahari Desert. Our journey today takes us through remote farming towns that offer us a glimpse of daily life in Namibia. Our journey will take the majority of the day but there will be plenty of scenic beauty to keep us occupied. We will arrive at our overnight accommodation in Keetmanshoop in the late afternoon.

Meals: B L D
Distance: 500 km
Accommodation: Keetmanshoop – Schutzenhaus (or similar)

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Scenic drive through the Kalahari Desert

After a relaxing breakfast, we get back into the truck as we now head south to the Fish River Canyon.
The iconic Fish River Canyon, second only in size to the mighty Grand Canyon is an iconic landmark in Namibia, it is a destination not to be missed and we will spend some time admiring the canyon and surrounding landscape. After exploring the lip of the canyon and having some time to walk along the edge of the canyon we continue our journey further south to the banks of the Orange River where we will settle in for the next two nights.

Tonight we cook up a storm in camp and enjoy the sounds of the river flowing by.

Meals: B L D
Distance: 315 km
Accommodation: Camping (2 Man dome tents)

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Fish River Canyon
- Orange River

We enjoy an early morning breakfast before embarking on the day’s activity. Today we will be exploring the Orange River by canoe, proceeding downstream at a leisurely pace to allow the complete tranquillity to surround and enfold us. The Orange River is the longest river in South Africa, starting in the Eastern Highlands and meandering all the way through the country until it reaches the ocean.
We will enjoy this leisure canoeing experience being on the river for roughly 2,5 to 3 hours encountering some minor rapids along the way – nothing to worry about though.
After our canoeing experience we will stop for a picnic lunch alongside the river enjoying the views and flow of the river. After lunch we proceed back to camp and to our base via vehicle where we will have the rest of the afternoon at leisure in camp with a nice swimming pool and some cold beers.
Meals: B L D
Distance: 0 km Driving, 16 km Canoeing (+- 3,5 to 4 hours)
Accommodation: Camping (2 Man Dome Tent)
Included Highlights/Activity:
- Orange River
- Orange River Canoe Experience

Another relaxed morning, we gather to enjoy our last breakfast on the banks of the Orange River. We will have some time to explore the river’s edge by foot and for those who like can take a morning swim in the river (it is safe to do so)

We will all enjoy an early lunch before setting off to our next destination in Aus. Today we traverse the Ais Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park and enjoy the spectacular drive westward along the Orange River where we will have some time to enjoy the scenery and possibly a swim in the river during lunch, before setting off to an area called Aus, which is a famous area to see some of the wild desert horses. Being Wild animals, there is never a guarantee that they will be around however we will try and spot them at these waterholes.

We spend the next two nights in the small town of Aus, from where we will visit the coastal town of Lüderitz, known for its colonial architecture and wildlife including seals, penguins, flamingos, and ostriches. Here we will also partake in an ocean cruise to try and spot some of the oceanic wildlife that occurs in this area. We also visit the photogenic ghost town of Kolmanskop, an old, abandoned mining town, where sand dunes have invaded houses and where one can see how nature takes over.

The Ghost Town of Kolmanskop - Once the site of a prosperous diamond mine, the town is slowly being reclaimed by the shifting sands of the desert. We enjoy an entertaining walk around the town and through the old buildings that brings the colourful history to life.

Lüderitz is a small harbour town on one of the most inhospitable coasts imaginable. We will visit the cross planted here by Dias in 1487 and will spend some time strolling around town, enjoying the unique architecture.

After exploring these unique attractions in this part of the country, we head to our accommodation for the night and enjoy a nice comfortable bed and own expense dinner.

Meals: B L D, B D (Lunch in Luderitz own expense)
Distance: 313 km on day 5, 250 on day 6
Accommodation: Bahnhof Hotel or similar

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Orange River
- Ghost Town of Kolmanskop
- Luderitz
- Wild desert horses
- Ocean Boat Cruise from Luderitz

Another relaxed morning, we gather to enjoy our last breakfast on the banks of the Orange River. We will have some time to explore the river’s edge by foot and for those who like can take a morning swim in the river (it is safe to do so)

We will all enjoy an early lunch before setting off to our next destination in Aus. Today we traverse the Ais Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier Park and enjoy the spectacular drive westward along the Orange River where we will have some time to enjoy the scenery and possibly a swim in the river during lunch, before setting off to an area called Aus, which is a famous area to see some of the wild desert horses. Being Wild animals, there is never a guarantee that they will be around however we will try and spot them at these waterholes.

We spend the next two nights in the small town of Aus, from where we will visit the coastal town of Lüderitz, known for its colonial architecture and wildlife including seals, penguins, flamingos, and ostriches. Here we will also partake in an ocean cruise to try and spot some of the oceanic wildlife that occurs in this area. We also visit the photogenic ghost town of Kolmanskop, an old, abandoned mining town, where sand dunes have invaded houses and where one can see how nature takes over.

The Ghost Town of Kolmanskop - Once the site of a prosperous diamond mine, the town is slowly being reclaimed by the shifting sands of the desert. We enjoy an entertaining walk around the town and through the old buildings that brings the colourful history to life.

Lüderitz is a small harbour town on one of the most inhospitable coasts imaginable. We will visit the cross planted here by Dias in 1487 and will spend some time strolling around town, enjoying the unique architecture.

After exploring these unique attractions in this part of the country, we head to our accommodation for the night and enjoy a nice comfortable bed and own expense dinner.

Meals: B L D, B D (Lunch in Luderitz own expense)
Distance: 313 km on day 5, 250 on day 6
Accommodation: Bahnhof Hotel or similar

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Orange River
- Ghost Town of Kolmanskop
- Luderitz
- Wild desert horses
- Ocean Boat Cruise from Luderitz

Waking up to the noise of silence, and after enjoying breakfast we travel directly to the dune fields of Sossusvlei where we find some of the biggest dunes on earth. The drive today is very scenic and upon arrival at the camp we set up our tents where we will be based for the next two nights – we prepare our lunch and then head out on an afternoon walk exploring the Sesriem Canyon.

Tonight we camp inside the park allowing for one amazing experience to follow the next morning.

Meals: B L D
Distance: 335 km
Accommodation: Camping (2 Man Dome Tent) – Sesriem Campsite

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Scenic Drive
- Sesriem Canyon Walk

A sunrise you won’t forget!!! This morning we get up really early as we want to see the sunrise in the dunes. Before the sun rises, we need to be at Dune 45 so we can get the play of light on these red sand dunes as the sun slowly make its way higher up into the sky. This morning we take you to climb the dunes while the air is still fresh and cool. The last part of our journey to the dunes will be through the thick sand and for this we use an open 4x4 vehicle which will take us into the heart of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei to explore it further on foot. The varied colours of the ever silent dunes at various times of the day, with the utter starkness of the area create a unique experience.

After our extensive dune experience, we slowly head back to camp and celebrate the great day out on the dunes.

Meals: B L D
Distance: 180 km
Accommodation: Camping (2 Man Dome Tent) – Sesriem Campsite

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Sunrise in the dunes
- Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
- Dune 45
- Scenic Drive through the desert

After breakfast, we make our way towards the seaside town of Swakopmund where we spend the next two nights. Established in 1892, the town is rich with history, culture and adventure. Originally built as a trading and fishing port it was later found that the nearby Walvis Bay was a more suitable location. Today the town is a visitor’s paradise with various local restaurants, shops and a multitude of activities available.

Upon arrival in Swakopmund we check in to our accommodation for the next two nights. Dinner on the first night is own expense at a restaurant in town - the lunch the following day is also own expense and dinner on the second day is included at the accommodation.

In the morning on day 10 – we will first partake in a very exciting kayaking experience where we have a great chance to kayak side by side with a resident seal colony calling this stretch of coastline home. Our kayaking experience is a fun, educational and immersive experience and one does not have to be super fit to partake.

Guests then have the rest of the afternoon for exploring the town of Swakopmund with its beaches, markets, curio shops and huge variety of adventure options that include quad biking, sky diving, dune boarding, and much more (own expense).

We will meet up at night for our own expense dinner out in town.

Meals: B L on day 9 (Dinner own expense), B D on day 10 (Lunch own expense)
Distance: 345 km on day 9, 0 km on day 10
Accommodation: Amanpuri or similar

PS – It is important to not pre-book any optional activities as we need to check availability first. Your guide will advise which companies are the best to use and which ones have the best rates.

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Kayaking experience with seals
- Scenic drive to Swakopmund

Optional Activities:
- Sky Diving
- Quad Biking
- Desert tours
- Dune Boarding

After breakfast, we make our way towards the seaside town of Swakopmund where we spend the next two nights. Established in 1892, the town is rich with history, culture and adventure. Originally built as a trading and fishing port it was later found that the nearby Walvis Bay was a more suitable location. Today the town is a visitor’s paradise with various local restaurants, shops and a multitude of activities available.

Upon arrival in Swakopmund we check in to our accommodation for the next two nights. Dinner on the first night is own expense at a restaurant in town - the lunch the following day is also own expense and dinner on the second day is included at the accommodation.

In the morning on day 10 – we will first partake in a very exciting kayaking experience where we have a great chance to kayak side by side with a resident seal colony calling this stretch of coastline home. Our kayaking experience is a fun, educational and immersive experience and one does not have to be super fit to partake.

Guests then have the rest of the afternoon for exploring the town of Swakopmund with its beaches, markets, curio shops and huge variety of adventure options that include quad biking, sky diving, dune boarding, and much more (own expense).

We will meet up at night for our own expense dinner out in town.

Meals: B L on day 9 (Dinner own expense), B D on day 10 (Lunch own expense)
Distance: 345 km on day 9, 0 km on day 10
Accommodation: Amanpuri or similar

PS – It is important to not pre-book any optional activities as we need to check availability first. Your guide will advise which companies are the best to use and which ones have the best rates.

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Kayaking experience with seals
- Scenic drive to Swakopmund

Optional Activities:
- Sky Diving
- Quad Biking
- Desert tours
- Dune Boarding

Today we head north up the Skeleton Coast, a barren stretch of coastline with scattered ship wrecks along the Atlantic Ocean.

We venture back inland and travel through the desert to visit the towering granite peaks found at Brandberg. After exploring the outcrops in the afternoon, we set up camp and enjoy the play of the light during sunset from our seat in the mountain. We spend the next two nights at the foot of the mountain and will also have to opportunity to go and see the famous Brandberg White Lady Bushman Paintings on a fantastic walk through the Brandberg Massif.

Our time in camp is spent relaxing at the pool and enjoying a cold beer on request as well as partake in some optional activities on offer from the camp.

Meals: B L D, B L D
Distance: 335 km on day 11, roughly 140 on day 12
Accommodation: Brandberg Camping (2 Man Dome Tent)

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Cape Cross Seal Colony
- Brandberg Mountain
- Brandberg White Lady Hike

Today we head north up the Skeleton Coast, a barren stretch of coastline with scattered ship wrecks along the Atlantic Ocean.

We venture back inland and travel through the desert to visit the towering granite peaks found at Brandberg. After exploring the outcrops in the afternoon, we set up camp and enjoy the play of the light during sunset from our seat in the mountain. We spend the next two nights at the foot of the mountain and will also have to opportunity to go and see the famous Brandberg White Lady Bushman Paintings on a fantastic walk through the Brandberg Massif.

Our time in camp is spent relaxing at the pool and enjoying a cold beer on request as well as partake in some optional activities on offer from the camp.

Meals: B L D, B L D
Distance: 335 km on day 11, roughly 140 on day 12
Accommodation: Brandberg Camping (2 Man Dome Tent)

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Cape Cross Seal Colony
- Brandberg Mountain
- Brandberg White Lady Hike

Beginning our Wildlife Adventure, we enter Etosha National Park today, the home to a myriad of animals that have adapted, and thrive in this arid environment. Upon arrival, we take a short game drive on the way to our campsite for the night. After setting up camp and cooking dinner, we enjoy a sun downer or two at the flood lit water hole, watching nocturnal drinking habits and pecking orders of the thirsty animals, only to retire after a tiring but satisfying day.
The next morning, we continue through the reserve on a full day game drive within the park, we continue to our next overnight stop still within the park. Our guide will take time to explain more about the sights and sounds that surround us. We will use the campsites in the park on both nights.

Meals: B L D; B L (Dinner on day 14 own expense)
Distance: 335 km on day 13 and 130 km on day 14 inside the park on game drive
Accommodation: Camping (2 Man Dome Tent) – Park’s Rest Camps

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Etosha National Park
- 2 nights’ camping inside the park
- Full-Day Game Drive

Optional Activities:
- Night Drive in the national park (PS – This has to be booked upon arrival at the reception)

Beginning our Wildlife Adventure, we enter Etosha National Park today, the home to a myriad of animals that have adapted, and thrive in this arid environment. Upon arrival, we take a short game drive on the way to our campsite for the night. After setting up camp and cooking dinner, we enjoy a sun downer or two at the flood lit water hole, watching nocturnal drinking habits and pecking orders of the thirsty animals, only to retire after a tiring but satisfying day.
The next morning, we continue through the reserve on a full day game drive within the park, we continue to our next overnight stop still within the park. Our guide will take time to explain more about the sights and sounds that surround us. We will use the campsites in the park on both nights.

Meals: B L D; B L (Dinner on day 14 own expense)
Distance: 335 km on day 13 and 130 km on day 14 inside the park on game drive
Accommodation: Camping (2 Man Dome Tent) – Park’s Rest Camps

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Etosha National Park
- 2 nights’ camping inside the park
- Full-Day Game Drive

Optional Activities:
- Night Drive in the national park (PS – This has to be booked upon arrival at the reception)

After another morning game drive exploring the area and waterholes around Namutoni, we leave the harshness of the area, and head for the lush lands of the Waterberg Plateau National Park. This impressive plateau gives a slightly different perspective to the uniform flat general lay of Namibia, elevating high above the plains of the Kalahari of Eastern Namibia.

We settle in to camp and then for those who want to can take a leisure hike up the escarpment this afternoon or early the next morning to view this spectacular area from above. The views are truly impressive and the hike is not too strenuous.

Once everyone is back in camp we prepare our last camp dinner as a group and enjoy all the campfire stories of events and things that happened during this adventure.

Meals: B L D
Distance: 370 km
Accommodation: Camping (2 Man Dome Tent) – Waterberg Plateau Camp

Included Highlights/Activity:
- Morning game drive inside Etosha
- Scenic drive through Namibia to the Waterberg
- Waterberg Plateau National Park
- Afternoon Hike/Walk

An early morning, we pack up and begin our journey back to the capital of Windhoek. The drive to Windhoek will take approximately 4 hours and we intend to be back in town by 13h00 latest. Lunch will be enjoyed at your own expense.

Upon arrival in Windhoek we will check in to our accommodation for the night and prepare for our onward journey.

The tour will officially come to an end after dinner.

Meals: B (Lunch and dinner own expense)
Distance: 280 km
Included Highlights/Activity:
- Scenic Drive to Windhoek