Fly-in Safaris
6-Day Etosha, Swakopmund and Sossusvlei Self-Drive Explorer
Details:
This is what I believe would be a great tour for you, and can help you experience some of the highlights of Namibia, while taking into account your time constrains. An Etosha safari is a perfect getaway for an authentic safari experience, and the coast will help you relive some interesting history while you’ll explore nature at its best when in the Namib desert.
Departures:
Any day of the week.
Price:
Starting from as low as N$25,480 pp sharing.
Includes:
- Accommodation as specified in this itinerary and subject to availability at the time of reservation
- Meals as indicated on this itinerary
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All vehicle insurance – tyres and glass
- Etosha National Park entrance & park fees
- Dolphin Cruise Activity in Walvis Bay
- Sossusvlei National Park entrance & park fees
- Roadbooks & Maps
- Administration fees
Excludes:
- International flights
- Regional and Domestic flights
- Fuel
- GPS
- Insurance for lost luggage, cancellation, medical repatriation, visas…
- Extra activities not displaying in this itinerary or marked by the symbol “Not Incl.”
- Drinks, tips, curios etc…
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Windhoek to Etosha National Park – 433km (269miles) - ±4H25min
You can depart between 08:00 and 08:30, as your journey takes you to the northern part of Namibia. A long drive this morning to the Etosha National Park will see you passing through farmland and possible short stops in towns of Okahandja, Otjiwarongo and Outjo along the way; as you should aim to arrive at the Etosha National Park at shortly after noon, in time for lunch.
Thereafter, you have the option to depart for your first official game drive in the Etosha National Park with the NWR Game/Safari viewing vehicle or in your own vehicle, attempting to spot all of your favourite animals!
Day 2: Etosha National Park
Today you can get better acquainted with the routes around the southwestern and eastern end of the Etosha National park, as you can make your way from the Okaukuejo area all the way to the area around Halali and back with your vehicle. You can visit the various waterholes to see the waterholes and vegetation of this great park after the recent heavy rains, and more of what it has in store for you as you should set off early on your game drive.
You are welcome to utilize the bar and pool facilities in Halali before you continue your afternoon game drive. You should return back to your accommodation, the Okaukuejo Camp before sunset.
Day 3: Etosha National Park to Swakopmund - 510km (317miles) - ±5H25min
Today, your journey continues with a scenic drive to the cosy town of Swakopmund on the mighty Atlantic Ocean. On this drive, you will pass the famous Spitzkoppe area, as well as the Erongo mountain ranges. On 4 of August 1892 the crew of gunboat called ”Hyena” erected two beacons to mark the landing site which symbolized the laying of the foundation stone of Swakopmund.
You’ll arrive in time for a little walk around the town to acquaint yourselves with, and book a few activities that you might want to enjoy, i.e. living desert tour, skydiving, sandboarding, paragliding, scenic flights and much more, after which you can enjoy a fine seafood dinner overlooking the ocean.
Day 4: Swakopmund
This coastal town is known for its variety of activities that it offers to travellers, and we have taken the liberty in arranging a dolphin cruise for you this morning on a catamaran in the town of Walvis Bay.
Although they cannot guarantee marine life sightings, guests are highly likely to encounter seals, pelicans, flamingos and seagulls throughout the year. Dolphins can also be spotted year-round. Other animals which can be seen on a seasonal bases include turtles, Mola Mola, penguins and whales..
The afternoon is a relaxed one, where our guests can do some curio shopping or just wonder the lively markets of this unique city.
Day 5: Swakopmund to Sossusvlei - 376km (234miles) - ±4H50min
You start our journey with a drive south-west to the Namib Naukluft Park, one of the most scenic landscapes in Namibia. In 1966 “Game Reserve No. 3” was de-proclaimed, and the Namib Desert Park was established in its stead. The Namib Desert Park included a small area north of the Swakop River where the Welwitschia grow, as well as the Moon Landscape east of Swakopmund. In 1979 two more large areas were added. The Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park was included such that the Naukluft Mountains now formed part of the protected area. It previously comprised 14 commercial farms that were bought by government to protect the Hartmann mountain zebra.
On route to the Sesriem area, which is the gateway to the mighty dunes of Sossusvlei, you will pass Kuiseb and Gaub mountain passes, where you also have time for brief stops to take more of Namibia’s beauty in.
Solitaire is a great stopover for a lunchtime snack and houses one of the most famous bakeries in the country, which is situated in the heart of the Namib Desert. You will arrive in the late afternoon at your lodge, and so you will have a chance to recover from the long drive before enjoying a lovely dinner in the Namib Desert.
Day 6: Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
This morning you will head into the Sosusvlei National Park, as you should depart quite early and drive into this great sand sea this morning. You’ll embark on a short journey in discovering the famous Deadvlei and Sossusvlei areas, but before you get there, you may stop at dune 45 where you will have a chance to climb this high dune. You will walk amongst the great dunes and photograph this captivating landscape. You may also decide to climb one of the World’s highest climbable dunes, the ‘Big Daddy’.
Upon your return from the dunes, you should visit the Sesriem canyon, another amazing geological feature in the area before your afternoon at the lodge and a wonderful buffet dinner.
Day 7: Sossusvlei to Windhoek - 332km (206miles) - ±4H20min
Today you have reached the end of your journey and head back to the capital city Windhoek via a few small settlements in the southern part, and the town of Rehoboth.
You can stop in Klein-Aub for a unique coffee tasting experience, before transiting to Windhoek, as you hope for an afternoon arrival.
Programme Overview
| Day | Location | Accommodation | Food |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Etosha National Park | Lodge ★★★ | D |
| Day 2 | Etosha National Park | Lodge ★★★ | HB |
| Day 3 | Swakopmund | Hotel ★★★ | B |
| Day 4 | Swakopmund | Hotel ★★★ | B, L |
| Day 5 | Sesriem | Lodge ★★★ | HB |
| Day 6 | Sesriem | Lodge ★★★ | HB |
| Day 7 | Windhoek | – | B |
B – Breakfast
L – Lunch
D – Dinner
SC – Self Catering
FB – Full Board (All meals)
FB+ – Full Board Plus (All meals & Activities)
HB – Half Board (Breakfast & Dinner)
HB+ – Half Board Plus (Dinner, Breakfast & Activities)
Price Per Person
Per Person Sharing: N$ 25,480
Single Supplement: +N$ 5,500
Solo travellers and groups welcomed
Prices Effective From:
Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2026
