Tour

Nomadic Namibia | 2027
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Tour Code: AANNMA27
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Duration: 8 Days
Country: Namibia

Looking for a breathtaking journey through deserts and savannahs of Namibia? This trip takes you from Namibia's bustling capital to the historic coastal town of Swakopmund and the stretching red sand dunes of Sossusvlei. There's also an unforgettable safari through Etosha National Park (its specialties include desert lions and white dusted elephants) with game drives, luxe lodges with swimming pools, desert glamping and interactions with indigenous communities as well as spending time with the indigenous San Bushmen in their village. This is a unique Namibian adventure with the chance to get under the skin of the region's historic nomadic culture and vast and beautiful landscapes – and one that you'll never forget.



Nomadic Namibia Trip Map

Dining Summary

  • 7 Breakfast (B)
  • 2 Dinner (D)

Faqs

Marrakesh: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.

Included Experience

  • Windhoek: We’ll take a drive around the city’s main attractions – including the Christusckkirche, the Memorial Museum and the Parliament Building too. At the end of the tour, we’ll visit the village of Penduka where the local women will tell us all about how they manage the village, contributing towards the economic uplift of skilled individuals.
  • Etosha National Park: Experience life in an African bushman village, as the local people give you a snapshot of their desert lifestyle. 
  • Spitzkoppe: We'll stop off in Spitzkoppe for a bite to eat and a chance to check out the granite peaks that stand out across the glorious desert landscape. Group pic by the famous 'Rock Arch', anyone? 
  • Sossusvlei: Explore Sossusvlei, snap shots of Deadvlei and wander around Big Daddy sand dune

  • Town Lodge, Windhoek (or similar)
  • Ijaba Lodge (or similar)
  • Prost Hotel (or similar)
  • Soft Adventure Camp (or similar)
Day 1 Windhoek

Hello and welcome to the Namibian capital! Tonight we’ll all meet at the hotel and then start the trip in style with a delicious welcome dinner. You’ll also have time to go shopping for any last-minute supplies (AKA snacks, sunblock etc).

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Town Lodge, Windhoek (or similar)

Day 2 Windhoek To Etosha

We’ll make our way to Etosha National Park today, but not before we’ve checked out some of Windhoek’s iconic attractions. We’ll hit the open road with our eyes peeled for beautiful desert scenery, stopping off at a few cultural hotspots too. We’ll have lunch in Otjiwarongo and then after that, it’s all eyes on Etosha!After checking in at the lodge, you’ll have a bit of free time to chill by the pool. Tonight we’ll head out for a walkabout dinner in Outjo – fuelling up before the big safari day tomorrow.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ijaba Lodge (or similar)

Day 3 Etosha

We’ll wake up bright and early this morning, ready to embark on our first big game drive in Namibia. Prepare yourself for a wildlife experience like nowhere else on Earth. Eyes peeled for desert-savvy antelope too! We’ll head back to the lodge for lunch, and then you’ll have some free time to sunbathe and relax. Tonight we’ll take a sunset walk and then enjoy a buffet dinner back at the lodge.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ijaba Lodge (or similar)

Day 4 Etosha To Swakopmund Via Spitzkoppe

Today we’ll head west to the coastal town of Swakopmund. Along the way, we’ll stop off in the Erongo Mountains to visit the San Bushmen of Omandumba. They’ll teach us their local language, and educate us on how they survive and thrive in the harsh desert conditions. You can also check out their handmade arts and crafts too – perfect if you’re hunting for souvenirs.Our next stop-off is the ‘Matterhorn of Namibia’, where we’ll have lunch and bask in the beauty of the towering granite peaks.We’ll check into our hotel together, and then you’ll have a free night to explore and find somewhere to eat.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Prost Hotel (or similar)

Day 5 Swakopmund And Walvis Bay

Here we are in the adventurer’s paradise that is Swakopmund. First up, we’re heading to the ocean…Here in Walvis Bay, we’ll head to Pelican Point for a kayaking trip like no other. Look out for seals, dolphins, and even whales too(!).This afternoon you’re free to explore Swakopmund at your leisure. Check out the local restaurants and bars, hit the dunes for some active adventures, or do both (if you’re feeling ambitious). Tonight we’ll take a township tour where you'll meet local people, learn all about their way of life, and feast on a homemade dinner at a traditional restaurant.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Prost Hotel (or similar)

Day 6 Swakopmund To Sossusvlei

This morning we’ll take a long (but beautiful) drive into the Namibian desert. On the way, we’ll stop for lunch at Solitare – a one-horse town famous for its apple pie.This evening, we’ll arrive at our lodge near the Soussusvlei salt and clay pans! Framed by some of the highest sand dunes in the world, this is one of the most iconic and jaw-dropping attractions in the whole of Namibia. After checking in, you’ll have the chance to have a little swim, and then we’ll head out for a sunset desert drive – followed by a buffet dinner back at the lodge.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Soft Adventure Camp (or similar)

Day 7 Sossusvlei To Windhoek

We’re up early this morning to visit Namib-Naukluft National Park – eyes open for Oryx and other desert-dwelling wildlife. Once we hit the sand dunes, we’ll leave the jeep and go for a walk along Big Daddy sand dune down into nearby Deadvlei. Expect unrivalled 360° views, and to hear yourself constantly saying “So THAT’S where my desktop background comes from!” After lunch, we’ll hit the road for a final picturesque drive back into Windhoek. We’ll Check in, freshen up and then head out for a farewell dinner at the famous Joe’s Beerhouse.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Town Lodge, Windhoek (or similar)

Day 8 Windhoek

Rise, shine, prep your goodbyes and get planning for the big reunion (same time next year, anyone?). But before the trip ends officially, we’ll all enjoy one last hearty breakfast together.

Duration: 1 Day

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