Day 6 & 7: Swakopmund, Namibia

After a brief photo stop while crossing the Tropic of Capricorn, you travel towards the Atlantic coast and the adventure capital of Namibia, Swakopmund. Often there are Flamingos at the Walvis Bay lagoon. You will be briefed on the many optional adventure activities, such as sandboarding or quad biking. After that, there is time to explore the town before dining out at one of the local restaurants in Swakopmund.

Day 7 is free to relax. Explore the town or try out some adventure activities. Taking a walk around Swakopmund’s shops and having a leisurely lunch is also a great way to spend your day. Breakfast and lunch on day 6 included. Breakfast and dinner on day 7.

Day 8: Spitzkoppe, Namibia

Leaving the Atlantic Coast and Swakopmund, you drive through arid landscapes to Spitzkoppe Mountain. The enormous limestone monoliths dominate the otherwise flat landscape. You set up camp in the wild plain at the base of Spitzkoppe.

This afternoon you can enjoy a walk to explore the unique rock formations and San (Bushmen) rock art. The more adventurous among you may want to try some mountain climbing behind camp for some stunning views of this landscape in Damaraland, Namibia. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Day 9: Himba Tribes, Namibia

After some early morning exploration of the Spitzkoppe area you continue north and drive towards Kamanjab. Today you have the chance to experience life within a Himba tribe. The Himba are a pastoral people and predominantly breed cattle or goats.

They are easily recognisable by their unique style of dress. The Himba have been extremely diligent about upholding the roots of their culture, but they are also very curious about visitors to their home. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Day 10 & 11: Etosha National Park, Namibia

Etosha National Park is the venue for some of the most unique safari experiences in Africa. The sparse grasslands allow great opportunities to see African wildlife normally hidden in dense vegetation. You will go on various game drives and spend the evenings at the abundant water holes for some excellent wildlife photography. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Day 12: Windhoek, Namibia

After an early morning game drive in Etosha National Park you set off towards Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia. On the way you stop at a popular craft market where you can barter for handmade gifts to take home.

Windhoek is not only the capital, it is also the cultural, social and economic centre of Namibia. On arrival in Windhoek you can enjoy a short city tour. Joe’s Beer House is an exciting dining experience for our optional dinner out. Breakfast and lunch included.

Day 13: Ghanzi, Botswana

Early in the morning you cross into Botswana and drive to Ghanzi. After setting up camp, you meet with a local Bushman (San) community and experience some traditional tribal dancing. There are also some traditional bushman huts that you have the opportunity to stay in for a nominal fee. Breakfast, lunch, dinner.