Description
Set off on an unforgettable 17-day road trip through Namibia, blending spectacular safaris, breathtaking landscapes, and nights under the stars in the wild. From Windhoek to the majestic dunes of Sossusvlei, through Etosha National Park, iconic rock formations, and arid deserts, each stop reveals a new treasure to explore with your family.
Day 1 – Windhoek
Pick-up at the airport, reception of the rental car, briefing on the use of the roof tents. After some shopping, we head for Mariental for our first night in a tent under a starry sky.
Days 2 to 4 – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
3-day safari in the KTP park, famous for its vast semi-arid landscapes, stealth leopards and majestic black-maned lions. Stay at three different campsites to maximize your chances of discovering the diversity of wildlife.
Day 5 – Kalahari
Last game drive in the park, then on to the red dunes of the Kalahari. Overnight in a private reserve where you can enjoy the calm and beauty of the desert landscape.
Day 6 – Aus
Set course for Aus, where the vast plains of the Kalahari give way to rugged mountains. This small village is famous for its varied landscapes and wild desert horses. Settle into a campsite nestled in the heart of the mountains, offering the perfect setting for relaxation and nature observation.
Day 7 – Kanaan
After a morning dedicated to observing Aus’s famous desert horses, set off on a spectacular drive through endless desert panoramas. At Kanaan, settle into a secluded camp surrounded by dunes and rock formations, ideal for admiring the sunset.
Day 8 – Sesriem
Drive to Sesriem, gateway to the Sossusvlei dunes. Visit Sesriem Canyon, a gorge carved by millennia of erosion, before setting up camp under a star-studded sky.
Day 9 – Walvis Bay
Wake up at dawn to climb the mythical Dune 45 and admire the sunrise bathing the dunes in orange-red hues. Then discover Big Daddy, the highest dune in Sossusvlei, and explore Deadvlei, a clay bowl dotted with fossilized trees. Drive to Walvis Bay and check into a guesthouse.
Day 10 – Sandwich Harbour
Morning at sea with a cruise to observe colonies of seals, dolphins and flamingos. After an afternoon at leisure, embark on an unforgettable 4×4 experience in the Sandwich Harbour dunes, where the desert meets the Atlantic Ocean. End the day with a sunset aperitif in the sand. Overnight in a guesthouse.
Day 11 – Spitzkoppe
Drive to Spitzkoppe, nicknamed the “Matterhorn of Namibia”. This spectacular site is home to imposing rock formations and ancient rock paintings. Settle into a camp at the foot of the mountains, offering the perfect setting for a blazing sunset.
Day 12 – Twyfelfontein
Continue your adventure to Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its famous rock engravings, witnesses to prehistoric life. On the way, look out for desert elephants, then settle into a camp nestled among the rocks.
Day 13 & 14 – Etosha
Two days’ safari in Etosha National Park, renowned for its salt plains and waterholes, home to an abundance of wildlife: elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes and much more. Accommodation in two different camps to diversify experiences.
Day 15 – Onguma
Enjoy an exclusive safari in the Onguma Private Game Reserve, at the gateway to Etosha. Observe a rich variety of wildlife, before spending the night in camp.
Day 16 & 17 – Okonjima
Last stop at Okonjima Reserve, famous for its cat conservation programs. Follow in the footsteps of the leopards during a captivating tracking session. The next day, return to Windhoek for your flight back to Brussels.
