If our blog on 5 reasons to book a trip to Namibia didn’t get you excited, then here is her full itinerary*! We are sure this will get you ready to book your next trip – and inspire you to jet off to Namibia.
Day 1 – Windhoek
- Arrive in Windhoek and settle into your accommodation
Day 2 – Windhoek/Sesriem
- Marvel at the desert landscapes of Sesriem
- Look out for red sand dunes & camel thorn trees
- Wildlife in the area could include Oryx, Springbok, Jackal & Hyenas
Day 3 – Sesriem
- Take an excursion to the Namib-Naukluft National Park
- Visit the clay pans of Sossusvlei & Deadvlei
- Take picture perfect photos at Sesriem Canyon
Day 4 – Sesriem/ Swakopmund
- Watch out for wild Zebras, Kudu, Springbok & Oryx
- Visit the town of Solitaire and learn about Bushmen survival strategies
- Understand the difficult conditions of the desert and the animals that live here
- Continue the drive to Swakopmund
Day 5 – Swakopmund
- Relish in the opportunity to go quad biking, sandboarding or exploring in Swakopmund
- Visit the town and local markets of Mondesa
- Try traditional foods such as wild spinach, mopane worms or dried kapenta fish
Day 6 – Swakopmund/Twyfelfontein
- See the ancient petroglyphs of Twfelfontein (Namibia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Imagine what Namibia was like in the Stone Age as you see more than 2,500 carvings
Day 7 – Twyfelfontein/ Etosha National Park
- See the fossilized tree trunks at the Petrified Forest
- Enter Etosha National Park and take part in a game drive
- See the wonders of the greatest wildlife sanctuary in Namibia
Day 8 – Etosha National Park
- Rise bright and early for a sunrise wildlife safari drive
- Watch out for elephants, lions, endangered black rhinos, and leopards
Day 9 – Etosha National Park/ Windhoek
- Learn about research, conservation and community outreack work at the Cheetah Conservation Fund
- Enjoy a cheetah drive to spot these creatures in the wild
- Journey back to Windhoek
Day 10 – Windhoek
- Depart at any time, with memories of your amazing trip
*Please note that this itinerary is hosted by G Adventures & National Geographic Journeys.
For more information on this tour or any of its destinations, please get in contact with Lesli@lloydstravel.com or your favorite Lloyds Travel Agent.
Written by Hannah Poaros