Namibian Desert to Coast Self-Drive Road Trip (9 days)

Windhoek | Sossusvlei

• On arrival at Windhoek Airport, make your way to the Britz Rental Counter to collect your four wheel drive vehicle. Once all formalities have been completed, you can start your Namibian journey.
• Make your way to the Namib Desert Lodge located just outside the Namib Naukluft National Park where you will spend the next two nights.

Sossusvlei | Gondwana Namib Park

• Some free time this morning to enjoy the relaxed and friendly ambience of the lodge while cooling off at the pool, watching gemsbok arrive at the waterhole to drink, walking the trails into the dunes or dining in the cosy restaurant.
• This evening discover the fossilized dunes, the red dunes above the plateau and the many wonders of the Namib Desert on a guided sunset drive around Gondwana Namib Park.

Swakopmund

Today after breakfast, make your way up to the Coastal town of Swakopmund where you will spend the next two nights. With its Namibian residents, bustle of tourists, historical buildings, nature based adventures and city pleasures, Swakopmund is an experience like no other - with something for everyone to enjoy.

Swakopmund

Swakopmund has so much to offer - Join a dolphin cruise, kayak amongst seals, give deep sea fishing a try, or simply take a leisurely walk along the beach in the afternoon. Dine in picturesque restaurants along the seaside promenade, walk through old-fashioned streets as you take in the colonial history around you. Visit the museum, enter an ocean wonderland at the National Marine Aquarium, or climb to the top of Woermann Haus for a prime view of the town.

Damaraland

• Leave the Coastal Town behind as you head inland and North towards Damaraland.
• Damaraland is an exceptionally scenic landscape featuring open plains, ancient valleys and spectacular rock formations. The major attractions are the sacred Spitzkoppe, the Brandberg, Twyfelfontein, Vingerklip and the otherworldly Petrified Forest. 
• Popular activities include: guided drives, nature walks and visiting the local communities. View Damaraland's world-famous ancient rock art.

Damaraland

• Today you can choose to explore the flora and fauna of the Damaraland on your own on a self-guided hiking trails which take you through the wildly romantic scenery of the Damara Mopane Lodge house mountain. Alternatively you can take a drive out to explore more of this incredibly scenic area.
• Upon returning to the lodge, make your way to the viewing platform where you can enjoy spectacular views and a sundowner drink before heading back to the lodge to enjoy dinner.

Etosha South

Today you make your way to Etosha Safari Lodge where you will end off your Namibian Journey with two nights here enjoying safari as well as some relaxation. The lodge, only ten kilometres from the Park's central entrance and a world away from the hustle and bustle, offers top grade Etosha accommodation with easy access to the Park.

Etosha South

• Today enjoy a full day game drive into Etosha National Park on a guided safari. Explore the national park with a guide who is familiar with the waterholes and the animals that visit them. The guide will introduce you to African wildlife from the elevated seat of a game vehicle. 
• After the enchantment of Etosha, return to the lodge to dive into the cool waters of the pools. Dine on the veranda under a dome of stars, sit next to a blazing fire or watch the ruby sun sink gracefully into the landscape.

End of Journey

• This morning, after breakfast, make your way back to Windhoek Airport where you will return your hired vehicle and make your way to the check-in counters for your flight back home.
• Note: Dependant on your flight departure time, an extra night in Windhoek might be necessary and can be added to this customizable itinerary.