itinerary 

WELCOME to namibia, a trip of a lifetime is about to begin!  

MEET your wonderful hosts and fellow travellers for the next ten days 

REVEL in the serenity of namibia and explore the capacity city of windhoek 

DINNER surrounded by surreal sights of old and new 

DRIVE through the khomas hochland highlands in your safari vehicles 

ARRIVE at the world’s oldest desert, the namib, renowned for its natural beauty 

EXPLORE your stunning accommodation in the national park for the next three nights 

VISIT the world famous oasis offering a panoramic view of the ethereal desert 

DINNER at the top-class restaurant while enjoying namibian cuisine and delicacies 

DIP in the outdoor pool overlooking the elim dune for a refreshing start to the morning 

FLY over the seas of sand in a helicopter or choose a hot air balloon instead 

FOLLOW the tsauchab river valley and observe the gnarled camel thorn trees 

CAPTURE some landscape and travel photographs while on a nature drive 

SLEEP comfortably and recuperate for another day of travelling tomorrow 

CHANGE of location and journey through the andersson gate to okaukuejo camp 

EXPLORE etosha national park and look out for the active floodlit waterholes 

APPRECIATE the unbelievable view of wildlife interacting and congregating 

RELAX at your en-suite chalets or enjoy a walk to the nearby bar, shops and viewing tower 

SUNSET dinner at a buffet restaurant, so be ready to eat plenty of delicious foods 

RISE for a delicious breakfast while basking under the golden sun 

HIKE through the lush grasslands and savannah in the national park 

VISIT several viewing centres to observe different flora and fauna 

DINNER and drinks at the resort and even unwind in the swimming pool 

STAY up late to be awed by the wild animals coming to drink from the waterholes 

WAKE up to the sounds of wildlife and enjoy your relaxing morning 

DRIVE to the eastern side of etosha national park while relishing nature’s beauty 

EXIT through the von lindequist gate to check in to mushara lodge before sunset 

SETTLE into your accommodation and admire the traditional african and modern decor

READ a book from the library, have a drink in the lounge and enjoy a good night sleep 

SNAP a pic of the purple pod terminalia trees growing in abundance all around

BID farewell to etosha national park as you ride along to your next stop on the list

REFRESHING sundowner drink and late lunch as you explore erindi’s nature reserve 

HOP in your safari vehicle and depart for a game drive with your camera 

COOL off in the sparkling pristine blue pool or enjoy the viewing platform 

HEAD out on a last game drive and watch as the desert begins to wake up 

TAKE out your camera and capture the wilderness from inside your safari vehicles 

LAST chance for some souvenir shopping and exploring the capital city 

RETURN to the first boutique you stayed at and enjoy the top-class facilities 

REFLECT on your transformative adventure during the farewell dinner altogether

RISE and shine for your final sunrise in namibia 

MISS you already and have a safe flight back home

location 

located in southern africa, namibia borders botswana, zambia and zimbabwe and is surrounded by the atlantic ocean in the west.as you journey on a guided safari through namibia, there are several accommodations that you will be staying at. the first and last day you will be staying at am weinberg boutique hotel located in the namibia’s capital city of windhoek. on the second, third and fourth day you will be sleeping at dead valley lodge which is located inside the namib-naukluft national park. on days five and six, the okaukuejo resort within etosha national park will be where you are based. day seven you will be checked into the mushara lodge, the ideal stop for travellers wanting to visit the game reserve, followed by day eight where you will be staying at erindi game reserve. 

FAQ’s 

what if Covid affects the trip?

we will be watching the international border and health situation very closely. rest assured that if COVID impacts the majority of travellers we will postpone to a later date. 

how to get there?

you will be arriving at windhoek’s hosea kutako international airport which is 30 minutes from your first accommodation stop in the namibian capital. there is an airport shuttle service offered by the am weinberg boutique that you can book for convenience. 

what is the accommodation like?

the am weinberg boutique hotel is a luxury accommodation which consists of four accommodation types ranging from upper-level rooms with panoramic views or spacious luxury lofts. the hotel features three lounge spaces, including the sky lounge, two top-class restaurants, a delicatessen and a spa. 

the dead valley lodge accommodation offers free-standing luxury tented chalets equipped with bathrooms, kitchenette, private patios, double beds and are even climate controlled. the lodge also offers a top-class restaurant and bar, swimming pool overlooking the elim dune and wifi. 

the okaukuejo resort facilities include bush chalets and double rooms overlooking the waterhole that draws many wild animals to it at night. the facilities available also include a restaurant and bar, swimming pool, shops and a kiosk. 

the mushara lodge in eastern etosha consists of a diverse range of accommodation including spacious chalets and individual rooms equipped with mosquito nets, air-conditioning, sockets, bathroom and wifi. the lodge also includes a small library, lounge with a fireplace, dining area, a bar with an extensive wine cellar and a souvenir shop. 

the erindi private game reserve is a 70,700 hectare protected nature reserve that offers luxurious suites furnished in a classic safari style. this five star resort includes a swimming pool, viewing platform, guided bush walks and additional safari-styled activities. 

do I need a visa? 

to enter namibia it is essential that your passport should be valid for at least six months from your entry date. 

some nationals are automatically granted tourist visas upon entry into namibia, however if you are from: bulgaria, croatia, cyprus, czech republic, estonia, greece, hungary, latvia, lithuania, malta, poland, romania, slovakia and slovenia you must require a visa. if you are uncertain or confused, you can verify critical information with the relevant embassy before you travel. 

what will the weather be like?

with the best time to visit namibia between july and september, we will be travelling during august. expect temperatures around 20 degrees and a low chance of rain as it is the driest month of the year. however temperatures can cool down in the evenings. 

what should i pack? 

we will be doing some hiking and spending time in the sun so please bring comfortable shoes, reusable water bottle and a wide-brimmed hat. bring light, breathable clothing for the day but also some warmer layers for night time. otherwise, be sure to bring everything you’ll need for a ten-day adventure in the desert. of course do not forget your photography equipment! 

do i need have experience in photography? 

this trip is open to all levels, and beginners to advanced will benefit from the training. please bring your own photography equipment though! 

what will our days look like?

there will be a local guide and driver throughout the whole safari who will ensure you get to visit both the most renowned and/or locally favourite spots across the namibian desert. while our days are pretty packed there will be some downtime where you can explore yourself or stay in and relax.