12 Days | 11 Nights – Where Life and Light Meet Adventure
Embark on a luxurious 12-day journey through Namibia’s most celebrated landscapes. This carefully curated tour pairs comfortable, stylish lodgings with immersive wildlife and cultural experiences. From the Namib Desert’s towering dunes to the wind-swept Skeleton Coast, expect dramatic scenery and thoughtful hospitality.
Day 1 — Windhoek: Arrival
Arrive in Windhoek where a warm welcome and transfer await. Settle into your hotel, take a leisurely orientation walk through the city center and enjoy a relaxing dinner as you prepare for the journey ahead.
Day 2 — NamibRand:
Enter the Dunes Travel south to NamibRand Nature Reserve and check in at Wolwedans Boulders Camp. Spend the afternoon on a guided nature drive and watch the desert’s colors shift at sunset while enjoying sundowners.
Day 3 — NamibRand:
Desert Immersion Today is dedicated to exploring NamibRand’s dune systems and rocky outcrops. Guided walks, photographic viewpoints and a quiet evening beneath the stars make this a highlight of the tour.
Day 4 — Swakopmund:
Coastbound Drive to the coast, crossing Kuiseb Canyon en route. Arrive in Swakopmund and enjoy the town’s seaside charm—cafés, German architecture and the fresh Atlantic breeze.
Day 5 — Swakopmund & Sandwich Harbour
A morning 4×4 excursion to Sandwich Harbour delivers the surreal spectacle where towering dunes meet the sea. Return to Swakopmund for an afternoon at leisure: browse local shops or sample seafood on the promenade.
Day 6 — Skeleton Coast:
Shipwrecks & Wild Coast Venture north along the Skeleton Coast to Shipwreck Lodge. Explore haunting shipwrecks and the raw coastline; evening brings a sense of solitude and wide-open skies.
Day 7 — Damaraland:
Ancient Landscapes Cross into Damaraland, home to dramatic flat-topped mountains and desert-adapted wildlife. Visit rock formations and enjoy a sunset drive to spot elephants and other resilient species.
Day 8 — Damaraland:
Cultural Encounters Spend time learning about local heritage and conservation work. Guided walks through the rugged terrain and visits to archaeological or rock art sites add depth to the day.
Day 9 — Okonjima / Erindi:
Private Reserve Travel to Okonjima or Erindi for a private reserve experience. Enjoy guided game drives and the comforts of intimate bush accommodation.
Day 10 — Etosha:
Classic Safari Head toward Etosha National Park for wildlife-rich waterholes and game drives. Afternoon and night game viewing are excellent here.
Day 11 — Etosha:
Full Day Game Drive A full day in Etosha offers repeated wildlife viewing opportunities. Relax in the evening and reflect on encounters from the day.
Day 12 — Windhoek:
Farewell & Departure Return to Windhoek for final shopping or a city lunch before transfer to the airport and farewell. End of tour.
Accommodation Highlights
The Wolwedans Boulders Camp — Mountain Suite in NamibRand Park; private decks and sweeping views of the desert.
Swakopmund Hotel & Entertainment Centre / The Delight Hotel — comfortable coastal stays with easy access to activities.
Shipwreck Lodge — unique coastal lodge on the Skeleton Coast, close to historical shipwreck sites.
Onduli Ridge, Mowani Mountain Camp, or Kipwe Mountain Camp — exceptional Damaraland camps with intimate settings and cultural access.
Okonjima Private Bush Suite — luxury and wildlife viewing in a private reserve setting.
The Olive Exclusive or Weinberg Hotel — boutique and sophisticated options in Windhoek for arrival and departure nights.
Where you’ll stay
Windhoek (1 night) • NamibRand (3 nights) • Swakopmund (2 nights) • Skeleton Coast (2 nights) • Damaraland (2 nights) • Okonjima/Erindi (1 night) • Windhoek (1 night)