6 days 5 Nights Namibia Sand Dunes & Wildlife Safari Tour

Experience the most interesting parts of Namibia from the highest point of Sand Dunes in Namibia mixed with the cultural excursions of the Himba native people and finally the game drives in the heart of Etosha National Park, our Namibia Sand Dunes and wildlife safari tour is one of the most affordable and highly recommended for the guests with few holidays in Southern Africa, Wildlife African Tours excursions in Namibia, experience from our camping or accommodated trips from Windhoek to Sesriem, Swakopmund, Kamanjab and finally Etosha national park, an exhilarating moment of a life time.



Day 1: Windhoek to Sesriem National Park (Sossusvlei)
You will be collected from your guesthouse/hotels at 08:00am for the pre-departure talk by our Guide. Have your breakfast early morning before departure, heading to Solitaire Guest farm; embark on an optional Activity at Cheetahs tracking, depending on the time of arrival where we join a biologist to track wild cheetahs at the N/a'ankuse Namib Conservation Centre and we arrive at Sesriem campsite in the afternoon where you will be dropped at your place, for an overnight in twin share rooms/ tents
Main Destination: Sesriem / Sossusvlei National Park (Namibia)

Accommodation: Camping Twin Sharing Dome Tents Campsite inside Sesriem National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

Dinners (Breakfast & Lunch not included)
Mineral Water included during transfers & activities, but excluded at the Lodge.
Activity of the Day:

Climbing Elim Dune for Sunset (Excluding ZAR/N$80p/p per day)
Day 2: Sesriem National Park (Sossusvlei) to Swakopmund

: - Dawn departure around 04:30 from camp to arrive at the Sand Dune 45 before sunrise, we drive down an ancient river bed surrounded by towering dunes to the 2 x 4 wheel parking place (around 55kms) and take a 4x4 shuttle into the Sossusvlei area to appreciate the beauty of this place in early morning light and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the region. We explore this unique area on foot before heading into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever-changing colours. We can either walk or take the 4x4 shuttle back to our vehicle. As we drive back to our accommodation, we will stop at the famous Dune 45 and climb this dune if we wish or just wander around the base. We return to Sesriem and visit the nearby Sesriem Canyon, one of the few permanent water sources before arriving back at our lodge late afternoon to watch the sunset over this spectacular desert. After exhausting all the dunes, we then depart for Swakopmund, we will have our lunch while travelling to Swakopmund, passing through the Welvis bay for the Flamingo watching arriving in Swakopmund around late afternoon. Overnight at Swakopmund Luxury Suites in Swakopmund en-suite double rooms or twin rooms. Your guide will be happy to recommend a good restaurant for your evening meal (own expense).

Main Destination: Swakopmund (Namibia)

Accommodation: Alte Bruke Resort Hotel Mid-range hotel close to the Beach Swakopmund.

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast (Lunch & Dinners not included)
Mineral Water included during transfers & activities, but excluded at the Lodge.
Activity of the Day:

Visit and climb dune 45, Visit the dead Vlei, climbing Big Daddy Dune and finally the Sossusvlei where you can climb Big Mama sand dune, Watching the Flamingos along the Welvis bay, (Excluding ZAR/N$80p/p per day)
Day 3: Swakopmund Via Kamanjab for Himba Village Tour to Otjo

Enjoy an early morning breakfast or packed breakfast and departure from your lodge is at 06h00. We arrive in Swakopmund which gives you time to explore this quaint seaside town on foot. On the drive up the Skeleton Coast we explore the remains of a small shipwreck. Your route today takes you into the dramatic and beautiful scenery of Damaraland.
You have the chance to meet the wonderful Herero ladies who sell their handmade arts and crafts to support their rural families. A light roadside lunch is served en-route in the shadow of Namibia's tallest mountain, the Brandberg, Travel to the Himba Village for your optional Himba tour and you can interact with some of these colourful local characters who live in this harsh environment.

Main Destination: Himba Village

Accommodation: Etotongwe Lodge (Mid-Budget lodge located in or near Himba Village)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast (Lunch & Dinners not included)
Mineral Water included during transfers & activities, but excluded at the Lodge.
Activities Included:

Visiting the ship wreck, Visit the Himba Native People, (Cultural Village Entrance fees: ZAR/ N$250p/p)
Day 4: Otjo to Etosha National Park

After breakfast check out and depart Otjo and we continue with our journey to the national park and enjoy an optional light lunch, before entering Etosha National Park through the Anderson Gate. We enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park visiting waterholes looking for predators as well as zebra, giraffe, elephant, rhino and many different species of antelope. We arrive at our lodge just before sunset and settle into our rooms, with en-suite bathroom and tea/coffee facilities. We highly recommend spending time at the floodlit waterhole while you will be waiting for your dinner at the lodge, sit over an open fire and a late night is recommended.

Main Destination: Etosha National Park (Namibia)

Accommodation: Camping Twin Sharing Dome Tents Campsite inside Etosha National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & Dinner (Lunch not included)
Mineral Water included during transfers & activities, but excluded at the Lodge.
Activities Included:

Afternoon Game Drive
Optional activity, Night game drive only done by the National Parks (Excludes Park Entrance fees of ZAR/ N$80p/p)


Day 5: Etosha National Park

We start our first game drive at sunrise to catch the predators while they are still active, visiting many waterholes and return to Halali for breakfast. Our second game drive mid-morning takes us to the impressive Etosha Pan “great white place” where you can get out of the vehicle and experience this 4500 sq km “saline desert” before continuing your game drive to look for the Big 5, our final game drive across the park towards Okaukuejo calling into some well-known waterholes and leave the park later before the sunset as the park closes soon after sunset.

Main Destination: Etosha National Park (Namibia)

Accommodation: Camping Twin Sharing Dome Tents Campsite inside Etosha National Park.

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included
Mineral Water included during transfers & activities, but excluded at the Lodge.
Activities Included:

Morning & Afternoon Game Drive (Excludes Park Entrance fees of ZAR/ N$80p/p)
Optional activity, a Night game drive only done by the National Parks
Day 6: Etosha National Park to Windhoek City

After breakfast we leave going straight to Windhoek arrival time 16:00hrs and we do not recommend booking a flight on this day, For those wishing to travel onwards today we do NOT recommend booking any flight prior to 17h00 in case there are delays returning from a safari, transfers to the airport can be organized by the Central Reservation office on request and can be own expense.

Main Destination: Windhoek City (Namibia)

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)
Mineral Water included during transfers & activities, but excluded at the Lodge.

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Tips on what to pack on your Desert Hiking and Safari Tour

1. Sunscreen
Sunscreen is a must. Put it on always during the trip. Make sure the sunscreen you bring in is non-aerosol. The bands go on later in the evening.
2. Hat
You don’t want your scalp to peel. A scalp sunburn is like the worst, ever. Bring a hat.
3. Comfortable shoes, Sand Boots can be ideal
You’re also going to be on your feet and rocking out. Also, heels are not a great idea — you’ll sink in the sand.
4. Bandana or scarf
This is my desert must. If it’s too hot, you can soak a bandana in water and put it on your neck to cool off during the day. Be aware that it gets windy in the desert and the scarf or bandana can be used as a dust mask on the paths back to the parking lots. I like the infinity scarves that can also double as a shawl if it gets too cold.
5. External battery and phone charger
Your phones are, probably going to die at Desert Trip. And you probably won’t be able to call or text or tweet once everyone is in the field. But, one way to keep your phone alive to snap photos and just in case of an emergency, is to bring along a small external battery. They’re inexpensive and will often give your phone a full charge.
6. Ear plugs
It’s going to be loud. Plan ahead and bring some ear plugs.
7. Hand sanitizer
With tens of thousands of people and walking around in a big field, you’re probably going to want this.
8. Empty Camelback or water bottle
Dehydration is serious business. Take care of yourself, especially in the heat, and bring in a bottle (up to 1ltr) to fill up with water on site. Trust me, you will want this.
9. Sweatshirt or jacket
Even with the warmer temperatures during the day, the breeze can kick in early mornings and after sundown and it can get downright cold. Be prepared with layers.
10. A good pair of Sun glasses
11. Binoculars and a camera with lots of film! For digital ensure batteries are charged- there is no electricity in the bush (we can charge via the cigarette lighter) Please bring something to cover your valuable as it gets wet during highwater seasons (December - May)
12. There will be times when you are exposed to the sun so a thin long sleeve shirt may come in handy.
13. Please attempt to travel as light as possible- space is always an issue on Full Day Safari Trip.
14. Last but not least, a sense of humour …………this is Africa!