12 Days Namibia Northern Part
Accommodation: Hotels, Lodges and Camping
Highlights Namibia
Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei is one of Namibia’s most spectacular natural wonders, famous for its towering red sand dunes, some of the highest in the world. Located in the Namib Desert, it offers striking landscapes with white salt pans, ancient dead trees, and ever-changing light conditions that attract photographers and nature lovers alike. Visitors can climb iconic dunes like Dune 45 or Big Daddy and experience unforgettable desert scenery, especially at sunrise and sunset.
Etosha Nationalpark
Etosha National Park is one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations, centered around a vast salt pan that attracts large concentrations of animals, especially during the dry season. Visitors can expect exceptional game viewing, including elephants, lions, rhinos, and large herds of antelope gathering at waterholes. Its open landscapes and well-maintained roads make it ideal for self-drive safaris and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Spitzkoppen
Spitzkoppe is a striking group of granite peaks rising dramatically from the flat Namib Desert, often referred to as the “Matterhorn of Namibia.” Known for its rugged beauty, ancient rock formations, and San rock art, it offers a unique blend of natural and cultural heritage. Visitors can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and unforgettable stargazing under some of the clearest night skies in Africa.
Day 1 – Arrival in Windhoek
Arrival at Windhoek International Airport / meet-and-greet & briefing with the local guide from Chilombo Safaris / refresh and relax at the hotel after the long journey / dinner with your guide
Day 2 – Waterberg
Scenic drive from Windhoek to Waterberg / short hike up the Waterberg Plateau
Days 3–5 – Etosha National Park
Game drives in Etosha National Park
Day 6 – Spitzkoppe
Scenic drive through Damaraland / visit to the rock paintings at Twyfelfontein / rock formations at Spitzkoppe
Days 7 & 8 – Swakopmund
Relax on the Atlantic coast / visit to a seal colony / excursion into the dunes near Swakopmund to discover the “Desert Secrets”
Days 9 & 10 – Sesriem / Sossusvlei
Tropic of Capricorn / apple pie stop in Solitaire / scenic drive through Namib-Naukluft Park / dunes of Sossusvlei including Dune 45, Big Daddy, and hike into Deadvlei
Optional activity: hot air balloon safari
Day 11 – Kronenhof
Scenic drive through the NamibRand Nature Reserve
Day 12 – Windhoek
Scenic drive through the Kalahari to Windhoek / drop-off at Windhoek Airport for onward or return travel the following day
Trip Extension
An extension of the trip with an additional program to southern Namibia or Kaokoveld is available on request.
Package
The package includes a private guide as well as all transfers in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan.
All activities mentioned in the package are included in the price. Optional activities can be booked and paid for on site.
Meals During the Trip
Meals are a mix of home-cooked dishes prepared by your guide (included in the price) and visits to restaurants (not included in the price).
Rates
On request
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