Safari, Sand Dunes & Naukluft Mountains

Namibia in 13 Days • 9 Nights in Destination

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Our most complete tour for a deep dive into the landscapes and culture of Namibia, from sand dunes and safaris to the rock carvings of Twyfelfontein.

Trip Highlights

  1. Etosha National Park
  2. Namib Desert
  3. Swakopmund
  4. Twyfelfontein
  5. Walvis Bay
  6. Windhoek

Included

  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers.

  4. Activities

  5. Some meals

Availability

  1. Departures available until December 2023

  2. Available Group tours

  3. Solo travelers from + $320

  4. Add up to 5 nights to your stay

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charm

From $5,299

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  • Accommodation in Charm category hotels.
superior

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  • Accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.

Accommodation: 9 Nights

Itinerary

Travel to Namibia and discover the most impressive landscapes in Africa. Experience unforgettable safaris in the Etosha National Park. Enjoy the otherworldly landscape of Sesriem, the ancient rock carvings of Twyfelfontein, and surprise yourself with the atmosphere of charming Swakopmund. See the famous red dunes of Sossusvlei and explore the Naukluft Mountains.

1st Day: Canada - Night on board

Arrive at your Canadian departure airport ready to board a flight to Windhoek, the Namibian capital. Night on board.*

* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

2nd Day: Continue your journey to Namibia
Continue your journey to Namibia. As there is a time difference you may lose a day during the outward journey, but this will be recouped on your return trip back home. Don’t worry, you are not in-flight for two days.
3rd Day: Continue your journey to Namibia

Continue your journey to Namibia. As there is a time difference you may lose a day during the outward journey, but this will be recouped on your return trip back home. Don’t worry, you are not in-flight for two days.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Village Boutique or similar

96 Reviews

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Activities

included
Okahandja Craft Market
Moderate
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4th Day: Windhoek - Otjiwarongo

Touch down in Windhoek and meet your guide at the airport. If you arrive early in the day, enjoy a short city tour and stop for a coffee whilst waiting for the rest of the group to arrive before departing to Otjiwarongo. Arrive in Otjiwarongo, set in beautiful countryside and depending on your arrival time, enjoy a visit at the local wood carvers market in Okahandja. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay in Otjwarongo.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Toshari Lodge or similar

423 Reviews

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Activities

included
Visit a Himba Village
Moderate
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included
Etosha Game-Viewing
Light
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5th Day: Otjiwarongo - Etosha National Park

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, set off for Etosha National Park, home to a diverse array of wildlife. On the way, stop at a traditional Himba Village to experience the culture of this unique community.* Continue into the wilds of Etosha and enjoy spectacular game-viewing on the way to the lodge, admiring the landscapes dotted with wildlife such as lions, giraffes, elephants and rhinos. Arrive at the lodge and get comfortable, soaking up the amazing landscapes. Be sure to make time to watch the sunset over the vast plains of Etosha. Overnight stay in Etosha.

* Important: For the visit to the Himba Village, a mandatory fee of NAD 450.00 (local currency) must be paid at the destination.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Toshari Lodge or similar

423 Reviews

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Activities

included
Full-day Etosha Safari in a 4x4 vehicle
Light
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6th Day: Etosha National Park

After breakfast at the lodge, set off on an unforgettable full-day game drive through abundant Etosha National Park in a special open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle. Keep an eye out for large predators, beautiful game species as well as colorful and unique bird species. Snap photos, take in the landscapes and look out for wildlife. Etosha is home to 114 mammal species and 340 varieties of bird. Overnight stay in Etosha.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Madisa Camp or similar

253 Reviews

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Activities

included
Landscapes of Damaraland
Active
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7th Day: Etosha National Park - Damaraland

Breakfast at the lodge. Continue your adventure the morning as you depart for Damaraland, an untamed, rugged and beautiful desert landscape. Known for its spectacular rock formations, see the regions most iconic sights such as the ancient rock engravings of Twyfelfontein, the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe and the huge Brandberg Mountain. Explore the impressive Petrified Forest and unearth the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Twyfelfontein. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Damaraland.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Swakopmund Sands or similar

205 Reviews

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Activities

included
Drive to Swakopmund
Light
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8th Day: Damaraland - Swakopmund

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, set off to Swakopmund, Namibia's most famous coastal city, known for its charming German colonial architecture. Along the way, pay a visit to the settlement of Uis and continue along the coast. Arrive at the hotel in Swakopmund and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, enjoying the sandy Atlantic coastline and the colorful buildings that line the beach. Overnight stay in Swakopmund.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Swakopmund Sands or similar

205 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Dolphin Cruise
Moderate
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9th Day: Swakopmund

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Swakopmund. Explore this unique coastal oasis, nestled between the Atlantic and the dunes of the Namib desert. See the half-timbered Woermannhaus, a relic of German architecture, today a public library, examine precious gems at the Kristall Galerie museum, home to a huge collection of precious stones and jewels, or explore the famous Skeleton Coast. We recommend an optional Dolphin Cruise on Walvis Bay.* Overnight stay in Swakopmund.

Optional Dolphin Cruise on Walvis Bay: Experience the biodiversity of Walvis Bay on an exciting dolphin-spotting cruise. Look out for friendly seals and pods of dolphins as you cruise on Walvis Bay and enjoy fresh oysters and champagne on board. 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Agama River Camp Lodge or similar

463 Reviews

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Activities

included
Landscapes of Sossusvlei
Light
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10th Day: Swakopmund - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains

Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to explore Namibia's most famous landscapes in Sossusvlei, a photographers paradise known for its huge red sand dunes. Pass through Namib Naukluft Park, between the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and the edge of the Great Escarpment, and continue to the breathtaking Naukluft Mountains, known for their rich wildlife including mountain zebras and leopards. Take in the spectacular views of red sand dunes, strange welwitschia plants, endemic to the Namib desert, along the way and transfer to the lodge. Dinner and overnight stay in the Naukluft Mountains.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Agama River Camp Lodge or similar

463 Reviews

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Activities

included
Dune 45, Deadvlei & Sesriem Canyon
Challenging
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11th Day: Naukluft Mountains - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains

After breakfast at the lodge, set off early into the vast landscapes of Soussusveli to explore the Sesriem Canyon, shaped by the Tsauchab River over millions of years. Appreciate the breathtaking rock formations and learn about how the canyon has been an important source of water in an otherwise arid region. See the gravity-defying Dune 45 and the breathtaking white clay pan of Deadvlei before returning to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in the Naukluft Mountains.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Elegant Guesthouse or similar

226 Reviews

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Activities

included
Windhoek City Tour
Moderate
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12th Day: Naukluft Mountains - Windhoek

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free morning before transferring back to the lively city of Windhoek. This afternoon, enjoy a city tour to learn more about the capital. See its most emblematic sights such as the Old Fort before visiting a local township, a vibrant neighborhood where you can experience authentic Namibian culture. Overnight stay in Windhoek.

13th Day: Windhoek - Night on board

Breakfast* at the hotel. Spend the morning at your leisure and then check-out. Transfer to the airport for a return flight back to Canada. Night on board.

* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

13 days trip including flights*

10 days and 9 nights in destination

1

YTO - WDH

2

YTO - WDH

3

YTO - WDH

Otjiwarongo

4

Etosha

5

Etosha

6

Twyfelfontein

7

Swakopmund

8

Swakopmund

9

Sesriem

10

Sesriem

11

Windhoek

12

WDH - YTO

13

WDH - YTO

* It may change depending of your departure city, departure date and arrival date.

The calendar does not display internal flights, trains or other transportation included in the itinerary.

Included activities

Included
Duration 00:30h Approx.
Physical rating:
Moderate

Okahandja Craft Market

Enjoy a visit at the local wood carvers market in Okahandja.

more information
Included
Duration 01:00h Approx.
Physical rating:
Moderate

Visit a Himba Village

Stop at a traditional Himba Village to experience the culture of this unique community.

more information
Included
Duration 04:00h Approx.
Physical rating:
Light

Etosha Game-Viewing

Enjoy watching animals on the way to the lodge, admiring the landscapes dotted with wildlife such as lions, giraffes, elephants and rhinos.

more information
Included
Duration 08:00h Approx. Pick up time: 06:00 Approx
Physical rating:
Light

Full-day Etosha Safari in a 4x4 vehicle

Set off on an unforgettable full-day game drive through abundant Etosha National Park in a special open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle.

more information
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Available Activities

Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
Optional
Duration 03:00h Approx. Pick up time: 07:00 Approx
Physical rating:
Moderate

Dolphin Cruise

Experience the biodiversity of Walvis Bay on an exciting dolphin-spotting cruise. Look out for friendly seals and pods of dolphins as you cruise on Walvis Bay and enjoy fresh oysters and champagne on board.

more information

The price includes

  • premium care
    Included in all our trips. more information
  • Departures from main Canadian airports.
  • International flights: Canada - Windhoek - Canada.
  • 9 nights hotel accommodation in Charm category hotels.
    See hotels included
  • 9 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
  • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.
    See itinerary
  • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
  • Game Drive in Etosha National Park in an open-sided 4x4 vehicle.
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

Not included

Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

Please note: For the visit to the Himba Village, a mandatory fee of NAD 450.00 (local currency) must be paid at the destination.

Important: The airport transfer on departure is not included when adding additional nights to the itinerary. If required, a departure airport transfer can be added for an additional cost.

  • Entry requirements
    Valid passport with at least six months validity and at least two blank pages.
  • Visa
    No visa is required.
  • Currency
    Namibian Dollar
  • Language
    English
  • Electricity
    220V. Adapter required.
  • Health
    There are no mandatory vaccinations, however an up to date vaccinations are recommended for hepatitis, typhus, tetanus and diphtheria. Please consult your doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis.
  • Time zone
    UTC + 01:00.
  • Other useful information
    Always drink bottled water and avoid ice in drinks, salads and fruit where possible. It is advised to bring medication for diarrhoea and mosquito repellent.
  • Tourist Office website
    http://www.namibiatourism.com.na/

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.

Children: 5 - 11 years.

If you have reduced mobility/require the use of a wheelchair and prefer to go at your own pace, please contact our customer service team at +1 778 807 9750 or via our contact form.

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