Tour overview

This 10-day journey explores Namibia’s deserts, coast and wildlife in comfort, in a group of no more than twelve. A local leader travels with you throughout. You stay nine nights in boutique hotels and lodges, including two nights at Sossusvlei Lodge by the gate of the Namib-Naukluft park, with breakfast daily and seven other meals.

From Windhoek you drive south to Sesriem for a nature drive with sundowners, then rise early for Sossusvlei, the red dunes of Dune 45, the white clay pan of Deadvlei and Sesriem Canyon. Passing Solitaire and its famous apple pie, you reach the coast at Swakopmund for two nights, with a visit to Walvis Bay and a free day for optional activities.

Read more

Inland in Damaraland you see the ancient rock engravings of Twyfelfontein, a World Heritage Site, and the Petrified Forest. Your journey ends with two nights at Etosha National Park, including a full-day 4WD safari around its waterholes in search of elephants, lions and rhinos, before you return to Windhoek.

The physical rating is medium. This journey suits travellers who want to see Namibia’s highlights with comfortable lodges.

Trip highlights

  • Sundowners in the Namib (Day 2)
  • Sossusvlei and Deadvlei (Day 3)
  • Swakopmund and Walvis Bay (Days 4–5)
  • Twyfelfontein’s rock art (Day 7)
  • A full-day Etosha safari (Day 9)

Your route

13 stops from Windhoek to Windhoek

10-day route: Windhoek – Sesriem – Sossusvlei – Swakopmund – Damaraland – Etosha – Windhoek
  1. Windhoek Day 1
  2. Sesriem Days 2–3
  3. Sossusvlei Day 3
  4. Solitaire Day 4
  5. Walvis Bay Day 4
  6. Swakopmund Days 4–5
  7. Cape Cross Day 5
  8. Damaraland Days 6–7
  9. Twyfelfontein Day 7
  10. Petrified Forest Day 7
  11. Etosha Safari Lodge Days 8–9
  12. Etosha National Park Day 9
  13. Windhoek Day 10

Why choose this tour

Namibia’s highlights in comfortable lodges. A small group of no more than twelve.

Best suited to

  • Travellers who value comfort
  • Photographers
  • Wildlife and desert lovers
  • Couples and solo travellers
Ancient dead trees on the white clay pan of Dead Vlei, Namibia

Day-by-day itinerary

10 days from Windhoek, Namibia to Windhoek, Namibia

  1. Day 1 · Windhoek Windhoek

    A welcome dinner.

    Hotel
    The Weinberg Boutique Hotel
    Meals
    Dinner
  2. Day 2 · Sesriem Sesriem

    Sundowners in the desert.

    Hotel
    Sossusvlei Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Day 3 · Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Dune 45, Sesriem Canyon Sossusvlei

    The great dunes.

    Hotel
    Sossusvlei Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
  4. Day 4 · Solitaire, Walvis Bay, Swakopmund Swakopmund

    To the coast.

    Hotel
    The Delight
    Meals
    Breakfast
  5. Day 5 · Swakopmund Swakopmund

    A free day.

    Hotel
    The Delight
    Meals
    Breakfast
  6. Day 6 · Damaraland Damaraland

    Into Damaraland.

    Hotel
    Damara Mopane Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
  7. Day 7 · Twyfelfontein, Petrified Forest Twyfelfontein

    Ancient rock art.

    Hotel
    Damara Mopane Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  8. Day 8 · Etosha National Park Etosha

    An afternoon in Etosha.

    Hotel
    Etosha Safari Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
  9. Day 9 · Etosha National Park Etosha

    A full-day safari.

    Hotel
    Etosha Safari Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
  10. Day 10 · Windhoek Windhoek

    The trip ends.

    Meals
    Breakfast
A shipwreck on the Skeleton Coast near Swakopmund, Namibia

Where you stay

  • Windhoek (1 night) The Weinberg Boutique Hotel
  • Sesriem (2 nights) Sossusvlei Lodge
  • Swakopmund (2 nights) The Delight
  • Damaraland (2 nights) Damara Mopane Lodge
  • Etosha (2 nights) Etosha Safari Lodge

Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation 9 nights in hotels and lodges
  • Meals 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 7 dinners
  • Private transport and 4WD safari vehicles
  • Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Dune 45 and Sesriem Canyon
  • Twyfelfontein and the Petrified Forest
  • Full-day Etosha game drive
  • Local leader throughout

Not included

  • Flights
  • Meals not included 6 lunches and 2 dinners
  • Optional activities in Swakopmund
  • Travel insurance and personal spending
Elephants at a waterhole in Namibia

This trip might not be for you if…

Honest disclaimer — please read

  • You want a budget trip
  • You dislike long drives
  • You want to camp
  • You want flights included — they are not

Good to know

Meals by day Breakfast: Days 2–10 · Lunch: Days 2 and 7 · Dinner: Days 1–3 and 6–9
FCDO advice UK FCDO travel advice for Namibia
The rocky desert of Damaraland

In pictures

Departures & prices

From £4,311 per person, twin share, tour only. 30 upcoming departures.

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this tour?

Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.

What financial protection do I get?

Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.

How early is the Sossusvlei visit?

Very early, to reach the dunes in the cool morning light.

Are there long drives?

Yes, distances are large, broken up with stops.

Do I need a visa?

UK citizens can get a visa on arrival in Namibia. Check the latest advice before travel.

What can I do in Swakopmund?

Optional quad biking, sandboarding, a dolphin cruise or a scenic flight.

Is there a single supplement?

Yes, single rooms are available for a supplement.

How many people travel together?

No more than twelve travellers, with a local leader.

Can you tailor the trip?

Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.

What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?

If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.

ATOL protected 100% financially protected in a Trust bank account PTS 6035 4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option

Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.

If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.

Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary

Similar routes

14 days · 58 departure dates

Namibia Discovery: Cape Town to Etosha Overland – 14 Days

From £2,254
12 days · 9 departure dates

Namibia Adventure with Flights: Sossusvlei to Etosha – 12 Days

Flights included From £4,590 incl. flights
12 days · 16 departure dates

Namibia Lodge Safari – 12 Days

From £3,620
14 days · 5 departure dates

Solo Namibia: Tribes & Natural Wonders with Flights – 14 Days

Flights included From £5,779 incl. flights

More tours in Namibia

13 days · 17 departure dates

Discover Namibia by Lodge: Sossusvlei to Etosha – 13 Days

On offer · save up to 20% From £2,843
23 days · 57 departure dates

Amazing Southern Africa: Cape Town to Victoria Falls – 23 Days

From £5,752
14 days · 36 departure dates

Luxury Southern Africa Safari: Kruger to the Okavango – 14 Days

From £5,992
14 days · 6 departure dates

Luxury Highlights of Namibia – 14 Days

From £5,710
10 days · 62 departure dates

Botswana Adventure: Okavango Houseboat to Victoria Falls – 10 Days

From £2,956
9 days · 4 departure dates

Botswana Highlights: Okavango Delta & Chobe Safari – 9 Days

From £1,637

Combine with

Tours in neighbouring countries.

11 days · 7 departure dates

Southern Africa Safari: Kruger, Zululand & Mozambique Coast – 11 Days

On offer · save up to 20% From £2,521
15 days · 7 departure dates

South Africa Walking & Wildlife: Kruger to the Drakensberg – 15 Days

On offer · save up to 20% From £2,496
12 days · 23 departure dates

Cape Town & the Garden Route: Addo to Table Mountain – 12 Days

On offer · save up to 20% From £1,677
12 days · 7 departure dates

Cycling the Cape & Winelands – 12 Days

On offer · save up to 20% From £2,329

Explore more

From £4,311
See dates & prices