Namibia Tour: Classic Self-Drive
⁍ Journeys ◦ Africa ◦ Namibia ◦ Safari ◦ Nature ◦ Family ◦ Couples ◦ Rental Car
Highlights
Namibia in 14 Days: Wildlife, Deserts, and Starry Skies
✓ Go wildlife spotting on your own in Etosha National Park, with wildlife viewing at waterholes and safaris in your own car.
✓ Stay at iconic lodges such as Onguma The Fort and Onduli Ridge, where the location and views become part of the experience.
✓ Explore Damaraland, with its rugged rock formations, San rock art, and rare desert elephants.
✓ Sleep under an exceptionally clear starry sky in the NamibRand Nature Reserve, a certified Dark Sky area.
Customized Tour of Namibia
Namibia is a destination that embodies freedom. On this luxurious self-drive tour, you set your own pace as you drive through landscapes that never cease to amaze: savannas teeming with wildlife, rocky deserts, endless dunes, and coastlines where the ocean meets the sand. You’ll stay in carefully selected lodges in exceptional locations, where comfort is always in harmony with the surroundings. This is experiencing Africa with space, tranquility, and an unfiltered connection to nature.
Itinerary
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After arriving in Windhoek, pick up your rental car and drive to The Olive Exclusive, a stylish boutique hotel just outside the city center. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore the city. Windhoek surprises visitors with its blend of African vibrancy and German colonial influences. A peaceful and comfortable start to your trip.
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You’ll drive north to Okonjima Nature Reserve, located in the Waterberg region and surrounded by the Omboroko Mountains. The reserve is known for its commitment to protecting big cats through the Africat Foundation. You’ll combine self-drive explorations with guided safaris. The savanna, the silence, and the proximity to wildlife make for an unforgettable first safari experience.
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Today you’ll arrive at Etosha National Park, one of southern Africa’s most impressive wildlife parks. You’ll stay at Onguma The Fort, spectacularly situated with views of the Etosha plain and an active waterhole. From the terrace and during self-drive safaris, you’ll spot giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and predators. Here, safari and comfort come together perfectly.
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You’ll drive straight through Etosha toward the south, with the route itself becoming a safari. Waterholes and lookouts offer plenty of opportunities for wildlife viewing. Just outside the park, you’ll stay at Etosha Oberland Lodge, located in a private game reserve. The lodge overlooks popular watering holes and serves delicious meals.
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The journey takes you to the rugged heart of Damaraland, a region of granite cliffs, open valleys, and prehistoric traces. You’ll visit Twyfelfontein with its San rock paintings, Burnt Mountain, and the Organ Pipes, among other sites. With a bit of luck, you might spot desert elephants that have adapted to this harsh landscape. You’ll stay at Onduli Ridge, an architectural gem integrated into the rocks.
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After spending days in nature, you’ll reach the Atlantic coast and the charming town of Swakopmund. The town exudes a German colonial past and offers a pleasant change of pace. From Walvis Bay, you can take a boat tour past seals, dolphins, and pelicans, with flamingos in the lagoon. If you’d like, you can also climb Dune 7 for stunning views and a bit of adventure.
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You’ll drive through desolate landscapes and the Kuiseb Canyon toward the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei. Little Kulala Lodge is located in a private concession and offers early access to the dunes. At sunrise, you’ll visit Dead Vlei, Big Daddy, and Dune 45, when light and shadow transform the landscape. Sesriem Canyon is also nearby.
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The journey ends in the NamibRand Nature Reserve, a vast private area featuring dunes, mountains, and gravel plains. You’ll stay at Wolwedans Dune Camp, situated on the edge of a high dune with panoramic views. During the day, you’ll explore the reserve; in the evening, you’ll enjoy sunsets and a starry sky free from light pollution. A serene and impressive finale.
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Located on the edge of a high dune, this tented camp offers unparalleled views of the NamibRand. The atmosphere is intimate, unpretentious, and thoughtfully designed. Here, luxury lies in simplicity, space, and tranquility.
Practical Information
Duration 14 days, 13 nights
Indicative price €9.635 per person
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This price is subject to change. The estimated price includes a private driver and accommodations but does not include flights.
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Our highlight of the trip
“For me, NamibRand is the absolute highlight: the silence there is so intense that you can almost feel it, and at night the starry sky seems endless. It’s the place where this journey truly comes together.”
Veerle Van Damme, Luxury Travel Advisor
Featured lodges
Onguma The Fort, Etosha
An exceptional lodge with an almost theatrical setting on the edge of Etosha. From the fort, you look out over an active waterhole where animals gather. Here, safari and architecture complement each other in a unique way.
Onduli Ridge, Damaraland
Onduli Ridge blends seamlessly into the granite landscape of Damaraland. The open-air suites bring nature and comfort together. A destination for travelers who want to combine design and wilderness.
Wolwedans Dune Camp, NamibRand
Located on the edge of a high dune, this tented camp offers unparalleled views of the NamibRand. The atmosphere is intimate, unpretentious, and thoughtfully designed. Here, luxury lies in simplicity, space, and tranquility.
Featured experiences
Sandwich Harbour
Sandwich Harbour is one of the most unique spots on the Namibian coast, where towering sand dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean. In the lagoon, you can spot flamingos, pelicans, and other bird species.
Stargazing in NamibRand
NamibRand is a certified Dark Sky Reserve. Free from light pollution, an impressive starry sky unfolds at night. An experience that redefines the concept of “space.”
Desert elephants in Damaraland
In Damaraland, you live in tune with the rhythm of a rugged, untamed landscape. The desert elephants that roam here are exceptionally well-adapted. An encounter that leaves a lasting impression.
“We’re still basking in the afterglow of an amazing trip to Namibia. The trip was fully arranged by Pegase; everything was perfect. Both the hotels and the activities were fantastic. During the activities, we always received detailed explanations and plenty of food and drinks. A huge plus!”
Jolin H.
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