Experience Namibia’s entirety. Let yourself be captivated by the surreal dunes at Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei. Discover UNESCO and RAMSAR World Heritage sites and the ancient Damara culture. You will encounter marvellous creatures of the wild in Etosha National Park - 4 out of the Big Five: Lions, Elephants, Leopards & Rhinos!
Africa
Extraordinary Namibia – Self Drive Tour
14 Days, Departs – Daily. Contact for pricing.
Details
Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- World’s largest sand mass – Kalahari Desert
- World’s highest dunes on earth at Sossusvlei & Dead Vlei
- World’s 2nd largest canyon
- 2 UNESCO & 1 RAMSAR World Heritage Sites
- Experience the Damara culture
- Wildlife discovery in the Etosha National Park
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Windhoek
- Day 2-3: Kahalari Desert
- Day 4: Namib Desert
- Day 5: Sossusvlei
- Day 6-7: Swakopmund
- Day 8: Damaraland
- Day 9-11: Etosha National Park
- Day 12-13: Otjihavera Mountains
- Day 14: Departure
Travelling with Eclipse
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- Eclipse Travel is Australian owned and run, and an ATAS accredited travel agent.
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- We provide all the information you need to organise your visas and vaccinations, making travel preparation stress-free.
- No currency surcharges. Once your deposit is paid, your price is guaranteed.
Specialists
- Our consultants are true destination experts, with firsthand experience and extensive travel in the regions we offer.
- Expect quick, professional responses and dedicated service from our knowledgeable team.
- We conduct regular checks on destinations, hotels, and services to ensure quality for every trip.
Authentic Travel
- Tailor-made itineraries designed around your unique requirements.
- Freedom to select your preferred style and standard of accommodation.
- Unique itineraries that take you beyond the major highlights, immersing you in each location.
- Committed to responsible travel: we reinvest in the environment and local communities across our destinations.
Day 1 - Windhoek: Arrival
Arrival
Having arrived at the international airport, you collect your vehicle at the relevant car rental company kiosk and travel a short distance to Windhoek. Having checked into your guest house, enjoy the day at leisure or explore the city centre with its colonial-style buildings, street cafes and craft markets.
Day 2 - Kalahari Desert: 2 Days in Kalahari Desert
2 Days in Kalahari Desert
In the morning you travel into the largest sand mass on earth, the Kalahari Desert. The bushman refer to it as the “Soul of the World”, an emotive description for this area! With its deep red sand dunes and endless grass plains interspersed with acacia’s and shrubs, it is the only form of survival for a vast amount of specially adapted wildlife such as oryx, springbok and ostrich. Enjoy the opportunity to experience the fauna and flora that has survived this desert environment for thousands of years on a optional guided nature drive in the late afternoon, ending the day with a sun downer drink on one of the dunes. On the following day you will take part in a walk guide by a bushman, taking you over the dunes of the Kalahari.
Dinner included.
Day 4 - Namib: Namib Desert
Namib Desert
This morning you travel via endless plains and along striking mountain ranges into the Namib Desert. Your lodge is situated near the gate to two of Namibia’s most celebrated attractions: Sossusvlei, with some of the highest dunes on Earth, and Sesriem Canyon. Both are visited the next day.
Breakfast and Dinner included.
Day 5 - Swakopmund: 2 Days in to Swakopmund
2 Days in to Swakopmund
We travel to the Atlantic Ocean town of Swakopmund. Having arrived in Swakopmund, the rest of the day is spent at leisure.
Swakopmund is often fondly referred to as the “playground of Namibia”. There are a number of activities to choose from including Living Desert Tours, Quad Biking in the Namib Desert, Catamaran Adventure to Walvis Bay and Pelican Bay, or Scenic Desert Flight tours.
Breakfast included.
Day 8 - Damaraland: Drive to Damaraland
Drive to Damaraland
On your way to the Damaraland you can visit large lichen fields. You travel into Damaraland past Namibia’s highest mountain, the majestic Brandberg Mountain, which reminds of the volcanic era millions of years ago. Your lodge for the following night is situated near the Vingerklip, and you can enjoy the cooler part of the afternoon at a sun downer spot that overlooks the surrounding plains.
Dinner included.
Day 9 - Etosha National Park: Drive to Etosha National Park
Drive to Etosha National Park
After a relaxed breakfast, travel north to one of the most famed National Parks in Africa, where you will spend the next three nights. Your lodge is situated on a hill with a magnificent view over the Mopane landscape.
Breakfast and Dinner included.
Day 10 - Etosha National Park: Game Drives
Game Drives
Travel to the western side of the Etosha National Park, and in the afternoon experience a game drive through the Etosha National Park with Guide.
Next couple of days are spend on game drives in Etosha National Park.
Breakfast included.
Day 12 - Otijihavera Mountains: 2 Days in Otjihavera Moutains
2 Days in Otjihavera Moutains
In the morning you travel back south into the vicinity of Windhoek, where your guest farm is situated next to a dry riverbed and within the majestic Otjihavera Mountain range. The remainder of the day is spent at leisure along the sparkling pool or the viewing deck. The following day you have the option of exploring the rich diversity of game species on an open-vehicle drive or a scenic walk.
In the afternoon enjoy a sundowner drive on the lodge property.
Breakfast included.
Day 14 - Otijihavera Mountains: Depart to Windhoek
Depart to Windhoek
After a hearty breakfast you travel back to Windhoek or the international airport, where your tour ends.
Breakfast included.
Standard Accommodation
Windhoek, Namibia - The Elegant Guesthouse
Kalahari Desert, Namibia - Camelthorn Kalahari Lodge, Intu Afrika
Namib, Namibia - The Elegant Desert Lodge
Swakopmund, Namibia - Intermezzo Guest House
Damaraland, Namibia - Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
Etosha National Park, Namibia - Etosha Village
Otijihavera Mountains, Namibia - Midgard Country Estate
Whats included?
- Accommodation
- Hotel taxes
- Entrance fees
- Standard Car Hire recommended for this tour*
- Transfers
- Activities as specified
- Meals as specified
- Deluxe Travel Planner
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Travel insurance
- Any additional car hire options**
- Vehicle delivery and collection fees***
- Optional activities
- Gratuities
- Any items not listed as included
Notes
*Car Hire
Rates have been based on the recommended Standard Car Hire option for this tour (Renault Duster). All Vehicle rates and inclusions are subject to change depending on Car Hire Company; Vehicle; additional extra options; delivery and collection; one way + crossing boarder fees (if applicable).
**Please note: Vehicle delivery and collections fees has not been included in the rate as this will be based on distance between your hotel and chosen Car Hire Office.
Please ask our consultant for full details regarding inclusions and exclusions for the vehicle.
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
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