Namibia Self-Drive

Overview

Adventurous self-drive tour from and to Windhoek. Enjoy the highlights of Namibia at your own pace. This suggested itinerary offers insight into the wonders of Namibia. Experience Etosha National Park, rock-art at Twyfelfontein, the old German town of Swakopmund and finally the red sand dunes of the Namib Desert.

Trip Highlights

Visit the Alte Festung
Safari in Etosha National Park
Bordered by Windhoek, the Kalahari Desert, the Namib Desert and Ovamboland, Damaraland is a unique Namibian attraction
When it comes to having fun, you’ll be able to choose from an exciting range of activities to enjoy while on your Namibian safari!
Explore the Sossusvlei area

Day 1:
On arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport in Namibia’s capital, Windhoek, please proceed to the Avis Car Hire depot to collect your hire car and drive to your accommodation. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend at leisure.
Day 2:
After breakfast leave Windhoek and drive north to your first destination, Okonjima Game Reserve in the Otjozondjupa Region. Okonjima is nestled among the “Omboroko Mountains” and roughly translated means “Place of the baboons”. In the afternoon you have the option to visit the Cheetah Project and learn more about these endangered animals.
Day 3:
Today you will travel to Namibia’s well-known Highlight of the North – Etosha National Park. Your accommodation is just outside Etosha Park. You will be able to embark on optional game drives through the park hopefully spotting a variety of wildlife during your stay. The resorts also offer fabulous floodlit waterholes, which provide excellent game viewing at night.
Day 4:
Today have the opportunity to safari in Etosha National Park.
Day 5:
Today have the opportunity to explore the area surrounding Etosha National Park or enjoy another safari.
Day 6:
This morning bid farewell to the wild animals of Etosha and head to Kamanjab where you have the opportunity to visit a local Himba village to find out more about their traditions & lifestyle. In the afternoon move onto Twyfelfontein and view the ancient Bushmen paintings and engravings. You can also stop at the Petrified Forest, the trees of which are estimated to be 250 million years old.
Day 7:
Heading southwest out of Namibia make your way town to the charming coastal town of Swakopmund, where you will have the opportunity to partake in a few optional activities that are offered. Alternatively you can just soak up the atmosphere of this little German town and enjoy its beauty and beaches. This evening why not enjoy a typical Namibian meal in one of the many restaurants (own expense).
Day 8:
Today explore Swakopmund at your leisure.
Day 9:
An early morning start takes you from Swakopmund south through Walvis Bay on your way to the Namib Naukluft National Park. On the way there why not make a stop at the small settlement of Solitaire where you will have a chance to sample their world renowned Apple Crumble. That evening you have the opportunity to embark on a wild cat walk at the lodge.
Day 10:
Today we recommend to wake up early in order to visit the world’s highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. We also recommend a stop to view the Sesriem Canyon, which was carved millions of years ago by the Tsauchab River.
Day 11:
Today you leave the desert behind you and travel back to Windhoek, through the beautiful countryside. Once you arrive the rest of the afternoon can be spent at leisure, and dinner can be enjoyed in one of the many fabulous restaurants in the city.
Day 12:
This morning, after breakfast, drive to Windhoek International Airport to drop off your hire car in time for your departure flight.

Price from $1,699 per person

Included

Avis Car Hire, group B (VW Polo Vivo or similar) for 12 days
Accommodation and meals as per itinerary

Excluded

Flights
Optional activities
Travel insurance and visas
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, tips etc
Park fees unless stipulated
Any meals & drinks not stipulated

Africa

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