Includes / Excludes
Cost Includes
- Accommodation
- Guide
- 4X4 Toyota/ Fortuner Car
- Park Fees
- Breakfast
Cost Excludes
- Air Tickets
- Lunches
- Dinner
- Tip
- Activities
12-Day Namibia Desert, Coast & Wildlife Safari
Explore the Sothern Namibia Quiver Tree Forest & Giants Playground
Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon
Atlantic Coast, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Sandwich Harbour, Seals
Damaraland, Ancient rock formations, Camp Kipwe
Etosha National Park, two Nights Wildlife and game drive
Windhoek, Final Night
Tour Highlights
- Southern Namibia Quiver Tree Forest & Giant's Playground
- Namib Desert Sossusvlei • Deadvlei • Big Daddy • Dune 45 • Sesriem Canyon
- Atlantic Coast Swakopmund • Walvis Bay • Sandwich Harbour • Seals
- Damaraland Camp Kipwe • Desert landscapes • Ancient rock formations
- Etosha National Park Two nights of wildlife and game drives
Itinerary
Southern Namibia
Quiver Tree Forest & Giant's Playground
Namib Desert
Sossusvlei • Deadvlei • Big Daddy • Dune 45 • Sesriem Canyon
Atlantic Coast
Swakopmund • Walvis Bay • Sandwich Harbour • Seals
Damaraland
Camp Kipwe • Desert landscapes • Ancient rock formations
Etosha National Park
Two nights of wildlife and game drives
Windhoek
Arrival, final night and airport transfer
Welcome to Namibia!
Your Don Tours Safaris Namibia guide will meet you in Windhoek and transfer you to your hotel.
After check-in, enjoy some time to relax after your journey.
Highlights
- Arrival and welcome
- Windhoek city orientation
- Free time to relax
- Optional city sightseeing
Overnight: Avan
Approx. 500 km | 6–7 hours
After breakfast, we begin our journey south through the beautiful landscapes of Namibia.
The scenery changes from central highlands to the vast open landscapes of southern Namibia.
Highlights
- Scenic drive through Namibia
- Changing desert landscapes
- Arrival in Keetmanshoop
- Relax at the guesthouse
Overnight: Quiver Inn Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, we explore the fascinating surroundings of Keetmanshoop.
Highlights
Quiver Tree Forest
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� Giant's Playground
Photography
Sunset over the southern landscape
The Quiver Tree Forest is one of southern Namibia's most unusual and photogenic landscapes.
After the day's sightseeing, return to your guesthouse and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Overnight: Quiver Inn Guesthouse
Meals: Breakfast
Approx. 400–450 km | 5–6 hours
After breakfast, we leave Keetmanshoop and travel north-west toward the spectacular Namib Desert.
As we approach Sossusvlei, the landscape gradually changes into the famous red-dune scenery of the
Namib.
Highlights
- Scenic desert drive
- Solitaire area
- Namib Desert landscapes
- Arrival at Sossusvlei
- Sunset at the lodge
Overnight: Sossusvlei / Sesriem
Accommodation: To be confirmed according to the selected package
Meals: Breakfast
Early start — approximately 05:00
Today is one of the major highlights of your Namibia adventure.
We enter the park early to experience the dunes during the cooler morning hours and beautiful sunrise
light.
Highlights
Dune 45
Sossusvlei
Deadvlei
Big Daddy Dune
Sunrise photography
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� Sesriem Canyon
For active travellers, there will be time to climb Big Daddy Dune and explore the ancient trees of
Deadvlei.
After the excursion, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.
Overnight: Sossusvl
Approx. 350–400 km | 5–6 hours
After breakfast, we leave the desert and travel west toward the Atlantic Ocean.
Along the way
- Solitaire
- Kuiseb Canyon
- Tropic of Capricorn
- Namib Desert scenery
- Scenic photography stops
Arrive in Swakopmund in the afternoon.
Enjoy a relaxed evening exploring the town.
Overnight: The Delight Swakopmund Gondwana Collection Namibia
Meals: Breakfast
Today is dedicated to the spectacular Atlantic coast.
Morning — Walvis Bay
Depending on your preference, we can arrange a Sandwich Harbour 4x4 excursion, including:
- Sandwich Harbour
- Massive coastal dunes
- Atlantic Ocean
- Seal colonies
- Walvis Bay Lagoon
- Flamingos and other birdlife
- Photography
Return to Swakopmund in the afternoon.
Evening
Enjoy free time in Swakopmund.
You can explore the waterfront, shops, cafés and restaurants or simply relax at the hotel.
Overnight: The Delight Swakopmund
Meals: Breakfast
Approx. 330–350 km | 5–6 hours
Today we leave the coast and travel north into the spectacular landscapes of Damaraland.
This additional day makes the route much more comfortable than driving directly from Swakopmund to
Etosha.
Possible stops
- Spitzkoppe area
- Desert landscapes
- Ancient geological formations
- Twyfelfontein area
- Organ Pipes
- Burnt Mountain
Depending on arrival time and activities, we can also arrange a desert-adapted wildlife experience.
Evening
Arrive at your lodge and enjoy the peaceful Damaraland surroundings.
Overnight: Camp Kipwe
Meals: Breakfast
Approx. 300–350 km | 4–5 hours
After breakfast, we continue toward Namibia's famous wildlife destination — Etosha National Park.
The landscape gradually changes as we travel toward the park.
Afternoon
Arrive at Etosha Village and, depending on timing, begin your first game drive.
Keep your camera ready for possible sightings of:
Lions
Elephants
Rhinos
Giraffes
Zebras
Oryx
Cheetahs
Warthogs
Overnight: Etosha Village
Meals: Breakfast
Early morning start
Today is dedicated entirely to wildlife.
We enter the park early and spend the day exploring different waterholes and wildlife areas.
Safari highlights
- Sunrise game drive
- Wildlife photography
- Waterhole viewing
- Elephant sightings
- Zebra and giraffe
- Oryx and springbok
- Possible lion and rhino sightings
- Afternoon game drive
- Sunset wildlife viewing
Etosha is one of the best places in Namibia to experience wildlife in an open, natural environment.
Overnight: Etosha Village
Meals: Breakfast
Approx. 400–450 km | 5–6 hours
After breakfast, we leave Etosha and begin our journey back to Windhoek.
We travel through the central Namibian landscape with scenic stops along the way.
Arrive in Windhoek during the afternoon.
Evening
Enjoy your final evening in Namibia.
Overnight: Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a relaxed final morning in Windhoek.
Depending on your flight time, there may be an opportunity for:
- Windhoek city sightseeing
- Souvenir shopping
- Local market visit
- Final Namibian lunch
Your Don Tours Safaris Namibia guide will transfer you to Hosea Kutako International Airport for your
onward flight.
Includes / Excludes
Cost Includes
- Accommodation
- Guide
- 4X4 Toyota/ Fortuner Car
- Park Fees
- Breakfast
Cost Excludes
- Air Tickets
- Lunches
- Dinner
- Tip
- Activities
Frequently Asked Questions
The length of the safari can be tailored to your travel plans and interests. The route covers the major highlights of Southern Namibia, including the Namib Desert, Atlantic Coast, Damaraland and Etosha National Park.
Sossusvlei is famous for its spectacular red sand dunes. You will have the opportunity to visit Deadvlei, see Big Daddy and Dune 45, and explore the dramatic desert scenery around Sesriem.
Etosha offers excellent opportunities to see wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, wildebeest, springbok, oryx and other antelope species. Wildlife sightings are naturally dependent on the season and conditions.
Yes. Namibia is an excellent destination for families. We can discuss the ages of your children and recommend the most suitable accommodation, activities and travel arrangements.
We recommend bringing:
- Lightweight, comfortable clothing
- A warm jacket or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Camera and spare batteries
- Binoculars
- Reusable water bottle
- Personal toiletries and medication
Namibia can be visited throughout the year, but the experience changes with the seasons. We can recommend the best travel period depending on whether your priority is wildlife, desert scenery, weather or photography.
With Don Tours Safaris, you can experience Namibia with a personalised safari experience, knowledgeable local guidance and carefully planned routes covering the country's most spectacular landscapes and wildlife areas.
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