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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

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    Etosha National Park
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    Namib Desert
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    Swakopmund
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    Twyfelfontein
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    Walvis Bay
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    Windhoek

Included

  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. All transfers

  4. Activities

  5. Some meals

Availability

  1. Departures available until December 2025

  2. Available Group tours

  3. Solo travelers from + $370

  4. Add up to 5 nights to your stay

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  • Accommodation in Charm category hotels.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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100 Reviews

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4th Day: Windhoek - Otjiwarongo
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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
tripadvisor rating

474 Reviews

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Activities

included
Etosha Game-Viewing

Light

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Visit a Himba Village

Moderate

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5th Day: Otjiwarongo - Etosha National Park
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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
tripadvisor rating

474 Reviews

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Activities

included
Full-day Etosha Safari in a 4x4 vehicle

Moderate

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6th Day: Etosha National Park
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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
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267 Reviews

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Activities

included
Landscapes of Damaraland

Active

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7th Day: Etosha National Park - Damaraland
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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, 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 Hotel or similar
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218 Reviews

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Activities

included
Drive to Swakopmund via Walvis Bay

Light

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8th Day: Damaraland - Swakopmund
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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 Hotel or similar
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218 Reviews

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Activities

Optional
Dolphin & Seal Cruise in Walvis Bay

Moderate

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9th Day: Swakopmund
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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
tripadvisor rating

489 Reviews

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Activities

included
Landscapes of Sossusvlei

Moderate

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10th Day: Swakopmund - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains
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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
tripadvisor rating

489 Reviews

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Activities

included
Dune 45, Deadvlei & Sesriem Canyon

Challenging

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11th Day: Naukluft Mountains - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains
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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
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247 Reviews

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Activities

included
Windhoek City Tour

Moderate

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12th Day: Naukluft Mountains - Windhoek
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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
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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.

Included activities

Included

Okahandja Wood Carver’s Market

Included activity for day 3 in Windhoek

Enjoy a visit at the local wood carvers market in Okahandja for you to stock up on souvenirs that will last you a lifetime.

Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:30 Approx

Physical rating:

Light

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Included

Etosha Game-Viewing

Included activity for day 4 in Etosha National Park

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

Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

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Included

Visit a Himba Village

Included activity for day 4 in Population of the Himba & Herero

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

Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: 10:00 Approx

Physical rating:

Moderate

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Included

Full-day Etosha Safari in a 4x4 vehicle

Included activity for day 5 in Etosha National Park

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

Duration 08:00h Approx. Pick up time: 07:15 Approx

Physical rating:

Moderate

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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
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Morning activity, available from 8.00h to 13.00h.

Dolphin & Seal Cruise in Walvis Bay

Suggested activity for day 8 in 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.

Duration 04:00h Approx. Pick up time: 07:30 Approx

Physical rating:

Moderate

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The price includes

  • 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.
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  • 9 breakfasts and 3 dinners.
  • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.
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  • 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, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 778 807 9750 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.

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