Namibia Panoramic Selection: An 11-day exploration tour of red sand and wilderness creatures
① Stay at the wild luxury camp adjacent to Namib National Park, and climb to the top of the red sand dunes of Susos Vile under the guidance of a guide to meet the magnificent sunrise of the oldest desert on earth.
② Experience a canoe trip in Walvis Bay Lagoon, and meet flocks of flamingos, naughty sea lions and leaping dolphins at close range.
③ Visit the prehistoric rock paintings of the world cultural heritage “Decadent Fontaine” and enjoy the desert sunset among strange rocks; Then go deep into the Damaraland dry riverbed to track the magical desert adapted elephant herds.
④ In-depth Safari Ongouwa Private Reserve with Etosha National Park; With the privilege of off-road tracking (OFF ROAD) in private territory, the probability of finding rhinos and lions is greatly improved; And have the opportunity to watch wildlife at underground observation points at night.
⑤ Visit Ochiwarongo Big Cat Conservation Base, track cheetahs and leopards under the guidance of experts, and learn about the efforts made by international conservation organizations to protect endangered species.
⑥ Select top-level characteristic accommodation throughout the process, equipped with the most senior professional guide team in Namibia; Ride in an exclusive modified off-road vehicle with a liftable roof, ensuring that every guest enjoys a window seat and an unobstructed view.
Itinerary
Fly to Windhoek, the capital of Namibia, pick up by a special car and take it to the hotel for a rest, adjust the jet lag and prepare for the upcoming wilderness trip.
Take a bus to the Namib Desert, the oldest in the world, and stay at the wild luxury camp at the gate of the national park. In the afternoon, according to your time and interest, you can choose to explore the rugged landscape of Cesrim Canyon, or stroll through the Elim dunes, or have a drink by the pool of the camp, waiting for the magnificent colors of the desert dusk.
At dawn, accompanied by a guide, climb the famous Susos Ville sand dunes and watch the shocking scene of the desert sunrise from the commanding heights. The guide will tell you about the geological evolution and unique ecology of this ancient desert. Then stroll through the 900-year-old “Deadvlei” and enjoy an unforgettable desert breakfast under the shade of ancient camel thorns. In the afternoon, you can relax in the camp and enjoy the changing desert light and shadow outside the window.
Hotel: Selected Wild Luxury Camp
Day 4 Crossing the sandy sea to the seaside Swakopmund
Today, ride through the vast and magnificent Namib Desert and watch the pristine and wild landscape all the way. Arrive in Swakopmund, a German-style town on the Atlantic Ocean in the afternoon. In the evening, you can freely stroll through the streets of the town and feel the blending of colonial architecture and modern seaside life. Enjoy a feast of seafood freshly caught from the Atlantic Ocean for dinner.
Optional: Take a hot air balloon in the early morning to overlook the vastness and morning light of the Namib Desert from the air (about 1 hour).
Hotel: The Delight Hotel or equivalent
Day 5 Whale Bay Lagoon Canoe and Marine Life Encounters
Follow the magnificent sand-sea confluence line and drive to Walvis Bay Harbor. Experience a relaxing canoe ride in the morning, wandering through the calm lagoon, seeing up close numerous seals, flocks of flamingos, feeding pelicans, and the opportunity to encounter playful dolphins. Return to Swakopmund for rest before late afternoon.
Optional: Take a helicopter and embark on a 2-hour aerial adventure of “Skeleton Coast”, overlooking the shipwreck ruins and coastal desert landscape from a unique perspective.
Hotel: The Delight Hotel or equivalent
Take a ride to the Damaraland region via Mount Brand, the highest peak in Namibia. In the afternoon, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Decadent Fontaine”. Under the guide’s explanation, enjoy this large-scale prehistoric rock carving group left by Bushmen more than 6,000 years ago, and learn about the ancient tribal culture and nature worship.
Day 7 Pursuing Desert Adaptation Elephant Herd and Wilderness Walk
Start a safari in the morning, and track the few elephants on earth (Damaraland Desert Elephant) that can survive in the desert under the guidance of a guide. Learn about the vast range and unique habits they have evolved to adapt to extreme environments. If the team members agree, we will enjoy an unforgettable field lunch in the shade of a dry riverbed. Return to the camp to relax in the afternoon, or take a short hike around the camp by yourself to feel the quietness of the uninhabited desert.
Return to the camp to relax in the afternoon, or take a short hike around the camp by yourself to feel the quietness of the uninhabited desert.
Day 8 Safari to Onguwa Private Reserve
Transition to Onguwa Private Reserve. In the afternoon, led by the professional guide of the camp, launch an off-road vehicle safari. With the unique advantage of off-road tracking (OFF ROAD) in private territory, we went deep into more than 30,000 hectares of wilderness and actively searched for rare animals such as black rhinos, lions, cheetahs and leopards. The pool in front of the camp is an excellent place to watch all kinds of wildlife come to drink water.
Dining: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9 Full-day safari in Etosha National Park
Immerse yourself in the classic safari experience of Etosha National Park all day. This vast salt marsh basin has one of the highest wildlife densities in Africa, home to 114 species of mammals. You will have the opportunity to witness the vivid scene of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and other animals gathering in the pool to drink water, and feel the tenacity and coexistence of life in the desert ecosystem.
Day 10: Visit and study at the Big Cat Nursery Base
In the morning, depart to the Ochihuarongo Big Cat Conservation Base. In the afternoon, safari under the guidance of an expert guide will not only have the opportunity to track wild cheetahs and leopards, but also have an in-depth understanding of how this internationally renowned NGO rescues animal orphans, conducts wild training, and is committed to releasing them to the complete conservation concept and practice in the wild.
Dining: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 11 The end of the trip, and the return journey will be sent to the airport
After breakfast, a special bus will take you back to Windhoek International Airport, ending this shocking and touching panoramic exploration tour of Namibia. If time and budget allow, it is recommended to connect Botswana’s Okavango Delta or Chobe National Park for a deeper exploration of southern Africa.
Dining: Breakfast
Hotel: End of trip, accommodation not included
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