7 Days - Namibia in a Nutshell
Experience the essence of Namibia on a 7-day guided adventure that combines breathtaking landscapes, cultural encounters and exceptional wildlife. Starting and ending in Windhoek, this journey takes you from the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei to the cool Atlantic coast of Swakopmund, and onward to the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha National Park. With comfortable accommodations and full-board hospitality, this safari blends discovery, relaxation and value in perfect harmony.
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Day 1: Arrive in Windhoek
Arrive in Windhoek, where a warm Namibian welcome awaits. Meet your private guide for a short city orientation before setting off to the legendary Namib Desert. The journey offers a preview of Namibia’s grandeur - endless open spaces, distant mountain ranges and ever-changing colours. On arrival at your accommodation, settle into your chalet and enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Take a dip in the pool, enjoy a drink at the bar, or simply relax and absorb the silence of the desert. As evening falls, a hearty dinner is served beneath the vast star-filled sky.
| Full Board | Desert Quiver Camp |
Day 2: Sossusvlei / Deadvlei
Rise early to enter the Namib-Naukluft National Park as the gates open at sunrise. Watch the dunes come alive with colour as you drive toward Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. Climb the famous Big Daddy or Dune 45 for sweeping views, then explore the white clay pan scattered with ancient camelthorn trees. Enjoy a picnic lunch beneath the acacias or return to camp for a midday break. In the afternoon, visit Sesriem Canyon, a natural chasm carved deep by the Tsauchab River, before returning to camp for a spectacular desert sunset and dinner under the stars.
| Full Board | Desert Quiver Camp |
Day 3: Swakopmund
After breakfast, your route heads west through the Namib Desert, passing gravel plains and rugged passes before the landscape softens into coastal dunes. Arrive in Swakopmund, a charming town where German architecture meets African vibrancy. Check into your guesthouse and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure - stroll the promenade, browse curio shops or enjoy fresh seafood at a local restaurant.
| Breakfast | Namib Guest House |
Day 4: Swakopmund & Walvis Bay
Today’s highlight is a Marine Dune Excursion, a spectacular combination of ocean and desert. Begin in Walvis Bay with a morning boat cruise to spot dolphins, seals, and flamingos, then continue by 4×4 into the dunes toward Sandwich Harbour, where the Atlantic Ocean collides dramatically with towering sands. The shifting colours and solitude make this one of Namibia's most photogenic experiences. Return to Swakopmund in the late afternoon for another comfortable night at your guesthouse.
| Breakfast | Namib Guest House |
Day 5: Etosha Park & Himba Cultural Visit
Depart early and travel north toward Etosha National Park. En route, visit a traditional Himba village to learn about the customs, beliefs and daily life of this semi-nomadic community. Continue to Okaukuejo Resort, your base inside the park, and settle into your chalet before heading out on an afternoon game drive. As night falls, gather at the resort’s renowned floodlit waterhole, where elephants, rhinos, and antelope come to drink - a truly unforgettable sight.
| Full Board | Okaukuejo Resort |
Day 6: Etosha Park
Spend the day exploring Etosha National Park, one of Africa’s premier wildlife sanctuaries. Morning and afternoon game drives reveal ever-changing scenes - lions resting in the grass, herds of zebra crossing the plains, and giraffes bending gracefully to drink. With its open landscapes and shimmering salt pan, Etosha offers superb photography and wildlife viewing opportunities. Return to Okaukuejo for dinner and one last evening beside the waterhole, soaking in the sounds of the African night.
| Full Board | Okaukuejo Resort |
Day 7: Windhoek
After breakfast, begin the drive south to Windhoek, taking in the vastness of Namibia's landscapes one final time. Arrive in Namibia's capital by afternoon, where your safari concludes - your heart and camera full of memories, from desert dawns to starlit nights and the endless horizons.
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Additional Info
This tour is "Private" and the price is based per person sharing a vehicle:
- 1 person - US$1935 (= N$31000)
Subject to the general terms and conditions of Great Explorations Namibia
Highlights
- Sossusvlei / Namib Desert
- Swakopmund & Walvis Bay
- Etosha National Park
Included
- English speaking guide: his/her accommodation, meals & expenses
- Vehicle and fuel for specified routing
- Accommodation & meals as specified in the itinerary
- Excursions as specified
- Entrance fees: Sossusvlei & Sesriem; Etosha
- Airport transfers
- Porterage’s
- Bottled water on board the vehicle on travel days
- 15% vat & bed levies