21 Day Namibia Luxury Self Drive Safari

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21 days

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Overview

The open roads of Namibia hold many adventures to be had and you can experience them all on this luxury 21-day self-drive safari. Captivating endless vistas, mesmerising canyons, imperious sand dunes and fascinating wildlife encounters await as you spend three weeks exploring Namibia’s most revered sights and attractions.

This comprehensive self-drive adventure begins in the Kalahari where you will find the legendary San Bushmen. From here you’ll venture on to explore the world’s second largest canyon before arriving at Luderitz and visiting the abandoned ghost town of Kolmanskop.

Trips to the iconic Sossusvlei, coastal Swakopmund and rugged Damaraland make up the middle part of your itinerary before you take time to explore the glorious Etosha region, home to the wildlife rich Etosha National Park.

This self-drive trip of a lifetime concludes with a visit to Central Namibia before you return to the bustling cosmopolitan capital Windhoek.

Over the course of three weeks, you’ll also have plenty of time to relax and unwind as you enjoy stays at some of Namibia’s most luxury and exclusive accommodation offerings. Think award-winning hotels, incredible desert hideouts and spectacular mountain suites: you won’t be disappointed!

Get ready for the trip of a lifetime, this is a safari trip like no other.

Destinations

Kalahari

Kalahari is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Fish River Canyon

Fish River Canyon is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Luderitz

Luderitz is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Swakopmund

Swakopmund is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Damaraland

Damaraland captivates with its rugged mountains, ancient rock art, and desert-adapted wildlife. A destination that offers raw beauty and a deep sense of history.

Etosha National Park

Etosha National Park is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Etosha East

Etosha East is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Etosha South

Etosha South is a captivating destination offering unique experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable adventures for every type of traveler.

Highlights

Fish River Canyon

Witness awe-inspiring views of the world's second largest canyon.

Kalahari

Explore semi-desert landscapes and experience hiking, cheetah encounters, and stargazing.

Sossusvlei

Admire towering red dunes and explore some of the oldest and most spectacular landscapes on the planet.

Etosha National Park

A premier destination for safari, known for its salt pans and abundant wildlife.

What's Included?

Meet & Greet On Arrival

4x4 Vehicle Rental

Accommodation

24/7 In-Country Support

Meals & Beverages As Indicated

Airport Transfers

Tour File With Detailed Itinerary

International Flights

Holiday & Personal Travel Insurance

Visas & Visa Applications

Gratuities

Any Items Of Personal Nature

Park Entry Fees (Self-Drive)

Fuel (Self-Drive)

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Day-by-Day Guide

Explore the details of this itinerary, including carefully selected accommodations, curated activities, and unforgettable highlights. Keep in mind that every itinerary we create is fully customisable to match your unique preferences, interests, and budget.

Day 1 & 2: Kalahari

After touching down in the capital Windhoek you will be welcomed by one of our helpful reps and it’s time for your magical self-drive safari adventure to begin! Your rep will guide you through the vehicle rental paperwork and they’ll also be happy to answer any questions about your itinerary.

Once you’ve familiarised yourself with your car and relevant documents, it’s time to set off on a scenic 2-3 hour drive to the Kalahari, arriving at the splendid Lapa Lange Game Lodge. Over the next two days here you’ll enjoy a range of exhilarating experiences as you explore the world-famous Kalahari.

Encounter the planet’s fastest land animal (the cheetah) and enjoy a wonderfully immersive bushmen walk. Head out on an amazing hike and witness fascinating wildlife on an unimaginable sundowner game drive. After enjoying all of these epic excursions, relax, unwind, and take advantage of the beautiful at Lapa Lange Game Lodge.

Accommodation

DBB

Lapa Lange Game Lodge

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Included Activities

Spa Treatments

Scenic Sundowner Drives

Bushmen Walk

Cheetah Encounter

Day 1 & 2: Kalahari

After touching down in the capital Windhoek you will be welcomed by one of our helpful reps and it’s time for your magical self-drive safari adventure to begin! Your rep will guide you through the vehicle rental paperwork and they’ll also be happy to answer any questions about your itinerary.

Once you’ve familiarised yourself with your car and relevant documents, it’s time to set off on a scenic 2-3 hour drive to the Kalahari, arriving at the splendid Lapa Lange Game Lodge. Over the next two days here you’ll enjoy a range of exhilarating experiences as you explore the world-famous Kalahari.

Encounter the planet’s fastest land animal (the cheetah) and enjoy a wonderfully immersive bushmen walk. Head out on an amazing hike and witness fascinating wildlife on an unimaginable sundowner game drive. After enjoying all of these epic excursions, relax, unwind, and take advantage of the beautiful at Lapa Lange Game Lodge.

Accommodation

DBB

Lapa Lange Game Lodge

Visit website

Included Activities

Spa Treatments

Scenic Sundowner Drives

Bushmen Walk

Cheetah Encounter

Day 3 & 4: Fish River Canyon

Spectacular and deserted, for the next stop on this incredible trip you will reach the Fish River Canyon, second only to the Grand Canyon in terms of size.

On an AM canyon drive you’ll get to witness this geological wonder at its most pristine and finest. Stop to embrace awe-inspiring views as you look out across the rugged, boulder-strewn ravine which reaches depths of 500 meters.

During your Fish River Canyon visit you’ll stay at the marvellous Fish River Lodge, a property packed with plenty of fantastic in-house facilities including an outdoor pool and private terrace.

Fish River Lodge serves as great base from which you can enjoy other activities including a thrilling fat bike cycling tour and a magical sundowner drive.

Accommodation

Dinner & Breakfast

Fish River Lodge

Visit website

Included Activities

Scenic Sundowner Drives

Canyon Drives

Fat Bike Excursion

Day 3 & 4: Fish River Canyon

Spectacular and deserted, for the next stop on this incredible trip you will reach the Fish River Canyon, second only to the Grand Canyon in terms of size.

On an AM canyon drive you’ll get to witness this geological wonder at its most pristine and finest. Stop to embrace awe-inspiring views as you look out across the rugged, boulder-strewn ravine which reaches depths of 500 meters.

During your Fish River Canyon visit you’ll stay at the marvellous Fish River Lodge, a property packed with plenty of fantastic in-house facilities including an outdoor pool and private terrace.

Fish River Lodge serves as great base from which you can enjoy other activities including a thrilling fat bike cycling tour and a magical sundowner drive.

Accommodation

Dinner & Breakfast

Fish River Lodge

Visit website

Included Activities

Scenic Sundowner Drives

Canyon Drives

Fat Bike Excursion

Day 5 & 6: Luderitz

After admiring the beauty of the Fish River Canyon it’s time to journey onwards to Luderitz, a unique and colourful town situated where the rocky Atlantic Ocean coastline meets the Namib Desert.

Over the course of the next two days, you’ll visit the abandoned ghost town of Kolmanskop, a place smothered in Namib Desert sand that offers a fascinating insight into Namibia’s storied past. Aside from visiting Kolmanskop, you’ll also enjoy a spectacular harbour cruise, a captivating coastal tour, and you’ll even get to encounter wild desert horses as they roam the striking landscapes.

Your time in Luderitz is complemented by a stay at the award-winning four-star Nest Hotel. Established in 1998, Nest is one of Namibia s most popular hotels and is located directly on the rocks and sea with its own private tidal beach and walk-on jetty unique in Namibia!

Accommodation

DBB

Nest Hotel

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Included Activities

Kolmanskop Tour

Harbour Cruise

Desert Horses

Coastal Tour

Day 5 & 6: Luderitz

After admiring the beauty of the Fish River Canyon it’s time to journey onwards to Luderitz, a unique and colourful town situated where the rocky Atlantic Ocean coastline meets the Namib Desert.

Over the course of the next two days, you’ll visit the abandoned ghost town of Kolmanskop, a place smothered in Namib Desert sand that offers a fascinating insight into Namibia’s storied past. Aside from visiting Kolmanskop, you’ll also enjoy a spectacular harbour cruise, a captivating coastal tour, and you’ll even get to encounter wild desert horses as they roam the striking landscapes.

Your time in Luderitz is complemented by a stay at the award-winning four-star Nest Hotel. Established in 1998, Nest is one of Namibia s most popular hotels and is located directly on the rocks and sea with its own private tidal beach and walk-on jetty unique in Namibia!

Accommodation

DBB

Nest Hotel

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Included Activities

Kolmanskop Tour

Harbour Cruise

Desert Horses

Coastal Tour

Day 7, 8 & 9: Sossusvlei

Home to towering sand dunes and mystical petrified trees, Sossusvlei is one of Namibia’s most iconic attractions and you’ll spend the next three days of your amazing self-drive safari trip right here. From the plush surroundings of the exclusive Hoodia Desert Lodge, you’ll have easy and convenient access to the Sesriem Gate, the entrance to the world-famous red sand dunes.

From here you can embark on an immersive nature drive whilst adventure lovers can partake in a daring hike. If that isn’t enough to set your pulse racing, experience a thrilling quad bike ride before slowing things down and enjoying a romantic sundowner drive.

Sossusvlei is home to pristine skies making it the ideal location for stargazing. Enjoy an exceptional meal ay Hoodia Desert Lodge before lying back and admiring the star-studded canvas above you.

Accommodation

Fully Inclusive

Hoodia Desert Lodge

Visit website

Included Activities

Stargazing

Hiking Trails

Sundowner Drive

Nature/Game Drives

Quad Biking

Day 7, 8 & 9: Sossusvlei

Home to towering sand dunes and mystical petrified trees, Sossusvlei is one of Namibia’s most iconic attractions and you’ll spend the next three days of your amazing self-drive safari trip right here. From the plush surroundings of the exclusive Hoodia Desert Lodge, you’ll have easy and convenient access to the Sesriem Gate, the entrance to the world-famous red sand dunes.

From here you can embark on an immersive nature drive whilst adventure lovers can partake in a daring hike. If that isn’t enough to set your pulse racing, experience a thrilling quad bike ride before slowing things down and enjoying a romantic sundowner drive.

Sossusvlei is home to pristine skies making it the ideal location for stargazing. Enjoy an exceptional meal ay Hoodia Desert Lodge before lying back and admiring the star-studded canvas above you.

Accommodation

Fully Inclusive

Hoodia Desert Lodge

Visit website

Included Activities

Stargazing

Hiking Trails

Sundowner Drive

Nature/Game Drives

Quad Biking

Day 10, 11 & 12: Swakopmund

Namibia’s biggest coastal town Swakopmund awaits on the next leg of your luxury self-drive safari adventure. Known as the activity centre of Namibia, nowhere else in the country will safari-goers encounter such a large variety of activities to enjoy.

During your stay here you’ll visit the charming Sandwich Harbour, a place best known for its abundant bird species and spectacular dune scenery. Your time in Swakopmund will also encompass plenty of epic water-based activities. Enjoy an unforgettable seal kayaking experience and get up close and personal with dolphins on a dolphin cruise.

Quad biking, a fascinating living desert tour and a township tour can also be enjoyed and when nighttime rolls around it’s time to relax at the stunning Strand Hotel.

sSurrounded by the ocean on three sides, the Strand is a social epicentre and destination in itself. Make the most of the fantastic restaurants, bar, deli and beach kiosk.

Accommodation

Bed & Breakfast

Strand Hotel

Visit website

Included Activities

Sandwich Harbour Tour

Living Desert Experience

Dolphin Cruise

Kayaking with Seals

Quad Biking

Skydiving

Fishing

Scenic Flight

Township Tour

Day 10, 11 & 12: Swakopmund

Namibia’s biggest coastal town Swakopmund awaits on the next leg of your luxury self-drive safari adventure. Known as the activity centre of Namibia, nowhere else in the country will safari-goers encounter such a large variety of activities to enjoy.

During your stay here you’ll visit the charming Sandwich Harbour, a place best known for its abundant bird species and spectacular dune scenery. Your time in Swakopmund will also encompass plenty of epic water-based activities. Enjoy an unforgettable seal kayaking experience and get up close and personal with dolphins on a dolphin cruise.

Quad biking, a fascinating living desert tour and a township tour can also be enjoyed and when nighttime rolls around it’s time to relax at the stunning Strand Hotel.

sSurrounded by the ocean on three sides, the Strand is a social epicentre and destination in itself. Make the most of the fantastic restaurants, bar, deli and beach kiosk.

Accommodation

Bed & Breakfast

Strand Hotel

Visit website

Included Activities

Sandwich Harbour Tour

Living Desert Experience

Dolphin Cruise

Kayaking with Seals

Quad Biking

Skydiving

Fishing

Scenic Flight

Township Tour

Day 13, 14 & 15: Damaraland

After visiting vibrant Swakopmund you’ll embark on a 280km drive, arriving at your next destination: rugged, rocky, and enchanting Damaraland.

Here you will discover pure freedom and isolation in this astonishing region. Roam the unspoilt wilderness and feel at one with Mother Earth on an immersive guided walk. Experience the thrill of witnessing desert-adapted wildlife as you head out on an incredible nocturnal game drive. Discover ancient rock art on a fascinating cultural experience.

Your stay in Damaraland includes three nights at the luxury Doro Nawas, a stylish camp that even invites its guests to sleep in a dreamy star bed. Drift off under the umbrella of thousands of dazzling stars.

Accommodation

Fully Inclusive

Doro Nawas

Visit website

Included Activities

Game Drives

Nocturnal Game Drive

Guided Scenic Walks

Cultural Experience

Day 13, 14 & 15: Damaraland

After visiting vibrant Swakopmund you’ll embark on a 280km drive, arriving at your next destination: rugged, rocky, and enchanting Damaraland.

Here you will discover pure freedom and isolation in this astonishing region. Roam the unspoilt wilderness and feel at one with Mother Earth on an immersive guided walk. Experience the thrill of witnessing desert-adapted wildlife as you head out on an incredible nocturnal game drive. Discover ancient rock art on a fascinating cultural experience.

Your stay in Damaraland includes three nights at the luxury Doro Nawas, a stylish camp that even invites its guests to sleep in a dreamy star bed. Drift off under the umbrella of thousands of dazzling stars.

Accommodation

Fully Inclusive

Doro Nawas

Visit website

Included Activities

Game Drives

Nocturnal Game Drive

Guided Scenic Walks

Cultural Experience

Day 16: Etosha South

Continuing on this incredible luxury safari getaway, next you’ll enjoy a 340km drive to Etosha South, arriving at the magnificent SafariHoek Lodge.

Perched atop a hill in the Namibian wild, with jaw-dropping views across the flat savannah, the luxury Safarihoek Lodge offers upscale accommodation in the midst of arid wilderness.

Your one-night, fully inclusive stay includes activities such as a game drive and this is your first opportunity to encounter Etosha’s renowned wildlife.

Included Activities

Game Drives

Photographic Hide

Scenic Sundowner Drives

Day 16: Etosha South

Continuing on this incredible luxury safari getaway, next you’ll enjoy a 340km drive to Etosha South, arriving at the magnificent SafariHoek Lodge.

Perched atop a hill in the Namibian wild, with jaw-dropping views across the flat savannah, the luxury Safarihoek Lodge offers upscale accommodation in the midst of arid wilderness.

Your one-night, fully inclusive stay includes activities such as a game drive and this is your first opportunity to encounter Etosha’s renowned wildlife.

Included Activities

Game Drives

Photographic Hide

Scenic Sundowner Drives

Day 17, 18 & 19: Etosha South

After what we’re sure will be a great night’s sleep it’s time to journey onwards to Etosha East where you will arrive at Onguma The Fort, one of Namibia’s most prestigious lodges.

This one-of-a-kind lodge is built in exactly the right spot to give guests probably one of the best sunset views in the whole of Namibia overlooking the beautiful scarceness of the Etosha Pans, decorated only with its wild animals and hundreds of Camel Thorn trees.

Aside from taking advantage of The Fort’s unrivalled hospitality, and world-class cuisine, plenty of glorious activities await during your three-night stay.

Enjoy an interpretative bush walk, an Onguma sunset drive and get up close and personal with scores of fascinating animal species on an enthralling game drive.

Accommodation

DBB

Onguma The Fort

Visit website

Included Activities

Etosha Game Drives

Sundowner Drive

Interpretative Bush Walks

Photographic Hide

Massage Therapy

Optional Activities

Day 17, 18 & 19: Etosha South

After what we’re sure will be a great night’s sleep it’s time to journey onwards to Etosha East where you will arrive at Onguma The Fort, one of Namibia’s most prestigious lodges.

This one-of-a-kind lodge is built in exactly the right spot to give guests probably one of the best sunset views in the whole of Namibia overlooking the beautiful scarceness of the Etosha Pans, decorated only with its wild animals and hundreds of Camel Thorn trees.

Aside from taking advantage of The Fort’s unrivalled hospitality, and world-class cuisine, plenty of glorious activities await during your three-night stay.

Enjoy an interpretative bush walk, an Onguma sunset drive and get up close and personal with scores of fascinating animal species on an enthralling game drive.

Accommodation

DBB

Onguma The Fort

Visit website

Included Activities

Etosha Game Drives

Sundowner Drive

Interpretative Bush Walks

Photographic Hide

Massage Therapy

Optional Activities

Day 20: Central Namibia

This holiday of a lifetime may soon be coming to an end but that’s not before you spend one final day/night exploring the many gems of Central Namibia.

Amongst the plethora of activities that can be enjoyed here are rhino tracking, immersive nature/game drives, cycling and an exciting game walk.

If that wasn’t enough, you can even enjoy an incredible night drive or take part in one last magical sundowner game drive.

Otjiwa, a luxury lodge set amidst the unspoiled beauty of Namibia’s oldest game farm will be you final accommodation spot. Enjoy superb mountain views from your intimate chalet, what a way to end your trip.

Accommodation

Dinner & Breakfast

Otjiwa Game Lodge

Visit website

Optional Activities

Rhino Tracking

Nature/Game Drives

Sundowner Drive

Nocturnal Game Drive

Cycling

Walking Safaris

Day 20: Central Namibia

This holiday of a lifetime may soon be coming to an end but that’s not before you spend one final day/night exploring the many gems of Central Namibia.

Amongst the plethora of activities that can be enjoyed here are rhino tracking, immersive nature/game drives, cycling and an exciting game walk.

If that wasn’t enough, you can even enjoy an incredible night drive or take part in one last magical sundowner game drive.

Otjiwa, a luxury lodge set amidst the unspoiled beauty of Namibia’s oldest game farm will be you final accommodation spot. Enjoy superb mountain views from your intimate chalet, what a way to end your trip.

Accommodation

Dinner & Breakfast

Otjiwa Game Lodge

Visit website

Optional Activities

Rhino Tracking

Nature/Game Drives

Sundowner Drive

Nocturnal Game Drive

Cycling

Walking Safaris

Day 21: End Of Tour

After your last night at Otjiwa, enjoy a delicious breakfast before driving back to Windhoek, in time for your departing flight home.

Day 21: End Of Tour

After your last night at Otjiwa, enjoy a delicious breakfast before driving back to Windhoek, in time for your departing flight home.

Accommodation

Lapa Lange Game Lodge

Fish River Lodge

Nest Hotel

Hoodia Desert Lodge