Overview
We understand that not everyone has plenty of time for traveling. This is why we created this Namibia Short Guided Tour. On this 9-day tour, our guide will take you to the best attractions while respecting your tight schedule.
For the fast travelers who want to see what Namibia has to offer, this is the ideal tour.
Top-class accommodations are selected to offer you the best comfort while traveling through the country.
Trip Highlights
- Sossuvlei
- Swakopmund
- Damaraland
- Etosha National Park
- Windhoek
Itinerary
Your guide joins you for breakfast to brief you about your upcoming journey. After breakfast, you start making your way to the Namib desert. As you drive, you will be surrounded by picturesque natural landscapes, providing great opportunities to take pictures.
You will arrive at the lodge for a late lunch. You are free to relax and enjoy the lodge for the rest of the day.
Accommodation : Sossusvlei Lodge
A sunrise drive will bring you to the entrance of the Namib-Naukluft National Park. A scenic drive of around 60 km takes you to many scenic spots including Sesriem Canyon, Dune 45, and Big Daddy Dune. The most adventurous can try to climb the enormous dunes.
Your guide will bring you back to the lodge in the afternoon. Take the rest of the day to enjoy the lodge.
Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge
Start the day with a scenic drive to Namibia’s coast. While passing by Solitaire, we suggest you stop to try their infamous apple pie and take pictures of the old cars decorating the place.
Other attractions on the way include the tropic of the Capricorn Sign and the Kuiseb Canyon. You will arrive in Swakopmund in the late afternoon. You can then enjoy free time to walk around and have a nice dinner.
Accommodation: Hansa Hotel
Today is perfect to enjoy coastal activities and have some fun. The Namibia Short Guided Tour includes the Living Desert Tour starting in the morning and ending around 12:30. This gives you the perfect day exploring the Namib Desert and gives you the afternoon free in Swakopmund to explore the town.Â
Dinner in Swakopmund at one of the local restaurants, the perfect opportunity to try some Namibian seafood.Â
Accommodation: Hansa Hotel
After an early breakfast, your guide brings you on a scenic drive up the coast before heading inland towards Damaraland. While traveling, there will be plenty of opportunities to capture the stunning landscapes in pictures.
On the way, you visit the Damara Living Museum to learn about the Damara culture, one of the oldest nations in Namibia.
Accommodation: Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
Heading to Etosha (meaning, “The Great White Place”) gives you more amazing scenery as you drive through Damaraland. On the way, you will stop to the Omapaha Himba Village to learn about the Ovahimba lifestyle and culture. This is a memorable and very interesting experience.
After arriving at the lodge, you can sit back and observe the animals as they approach the waterhole.
Accommodation: Ongava Lodge
If you’re excited to see animals, this is the day for you: a full day of game drive in Etosha National Park. Your guide will bring you the best viewing spots frequented by animals. The park fees are included in the tour. This is considered a highlight of the tour for many!
Accommodation: Ongava Lodge
It is time to head back to Windhoek, where the trip has started and say bye to your guide. You have completed the 8-day loop of Namibia. You’ve now visited some of the main attractions the country has to offer and we hope it has left you wanting more.
Arriving in Windhoek mid-afternoon, you can take time to explore the city on your own, unwind, and have dinner at your leisure.
Accommodation: Am Weinberg
After breakfast, it is time to catch your transfer to the airport as you say goodbye to Namibia, or maybe see you later if this trip left you wanting more.
What's included?
Costs Included
- Guide
- Vehicle
- Fuel
- Airport pick up and drop off
- Park Entrance Fees
- Accommodation
- Water in the vehicle
- Listed Meals
- Listed activities
Costs Excluded
- Travel Insurance
- Additional activities
- Item of a personal nature