11 Days Namibia Family Self Drive Safari

Take an 11 day self-drive family guided tour of Namibia’s top attractions—Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, and Etosha National Park.

Start your journey from Windhoek with a visit to the private Onguma Game Reserve, located on the boundaries of the game-packed Etosha National Park. Continue on to the rocky Damaraland region, where you can see ancient rock art at Twyfelfontein and hunt for the rare desert elephant.

For a sample of the adrenaline-filled activities in the area, drive from bleak Damaraland to Swakopmund, Namibia’s indisputable playground on the beautiful Atlantic coast. One last stop before heading back to Windhoe is the Namib Desert, where you can see the gigantic red sand dunes at Sossusvlei and even climb a few of them.

Highlights and Activities: What's on offer on this itinerary?

Self-drive Namibia at your own leisure.

Marvel at millions of stars in Damaraland.

Search for desert-adapted elephants and rhinos.

See San rock art in Twyfelfontein.

Stay in the center of bustling! Swakopmund

Marvel at Dune 45 at Sossusvlei.

A Detailed 11 Days Namibia Family Self Drive Safari

Day 1: Set Out From Windhoek

Details about the itinerary
After touching down in Windhoek, the charming capital of Namibia, grab your rental car and head off to the Okonjima Plains Camp for the evening. Take it easy on the camp’s wooden veranda or swim in the pool; while you’re there, stop by the Africat project to find out more about the local carnivores

Accommodation information:

located near Waterberg Plateau Park.

Home of The AfriCat Foundation

Watch leopard, track cheetah, and hyena.

Waterholes and guided walks

Enjoyable bird watching

Day 2-5: Explore Etosha National Park

After having breakfast at Okonjima Plains Camp, get into your rental car and head to the Onguma Private Game Reserve, which is located on the edge of Etosha National Park. Stay at Onguma Bush Camp before you venture out into this wildlife-rich area. You won’t have to travel far to watch animals; just relax with a drink in hand while you sit on the lodge’s game-viewing platform, which views out over the popular waterhole.

Over the following two days, take pleasure in self-drive tours of Etosha. The park is easy to navigate, offers a great mix of traditional savannah game species and desert specialists, and is well-known for its predators, black rhinos, and elephants.

accommodation information In Onguma Private Game Reserve

Tracking rhinos and taking nature hikes

Visits to Etosha and on-site game drives

Family-friendly resort that is fenced off and has well-kept grounds

Outdoor dining with African and European elements

Half-board (dinner and breakfast)

Day 6: Explore Dramatic Damaraland

After breakfast, visit the Doro Nawas Camp in the rocky Damaraland region, where you will spend the next two nights. At first look, the area appears to be barren, yet closer inspection reveals stunning natural beauty and unexpectedly abundant animals. Take a dip in the pool or have a drink at the bar as you watch the sun go down from the rooftop deck; after dark, stare up at the stars for a really unforgettable experience.

accommodation details
Magnificent vistas of the desert and the mountains

Guided nature treks and game drives

Improvement initiative for the local community

Taking in the night sky from the comfort of your garden or rooftop

The finest rock art in Africa is located nearby.

Meal Plan (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 7: See Ancient Rock Art At Twyfelfontein

Visit Twyfelfontein to observe ancient San (Bushman) rock carvings, which constitute the biggest assemblage of prehistoric rock art in Africa. Experience wildlife observation amid arid riverbeds and dense thickets, while remaining vigilant for the elusive desert-adapted elephants and other fauna in this rugged yet fulfilling area.

Day 8: Explore The Historic Town Of Swakopmund

This morning, you will drive to Namibia’s Atlantic coastline and the Swakopmund Guesthouse located in the charming, German-colonial town of Swakopmund. Namibia’s holiday destination offers numerous adventurous sports, like quad biking on adjacent sand dunes, skydiving, and sandboarding. Additionally, one may explore the welcoming streets and visit boutique artisan shops, coffee establishments, and cafés.

Details on accommodation
Nearest to the beach and town center

Family-oriented, coastal residence ambiance

Diverse array of exhilarating activities

Completely Inclusive (All Meals, Designated Beverages)

Day 9: Drive To Namib Desert (2 nights)

Savor breakfast and possibly engage in one final activity in Swakopmund prior to departing from the coast. Admire the harsh, lunar-like terrain of the Kuiseb Valley as you traverse the expansive Namib Desert to reach your lodging — Kulala Desert Lodge. Partake in a rejuvenating dip in the pool or unwind on your chalet’s rooftop terrace while admiring the sunset over the desert expanse.

Accommodation Details
Amazing landscapes of the Namib Desert

Exclusive access to the renowned Sossusvlei

Next to the Namib Naukluft Park

Exceptional photographic prospects

Game drives, outdoor excursions, and bird observation

Optional hot-air balloon excursions

Spend the night in the ‘star beds’

Day 10: See the Towering Dunes Of Sossusvlei

Awaken early and commence a guided excursion to Sossusvlei to encounter the renowned red dunes intimately. Reaching heights of up to 300 meters, these dunes are regarded as among the tallest in the world; you may verify this by stopping at Dune 45 and ascending to the summit. Embark on an afternoon nature walk around the lodge’s private reserve with your guide.

Day 11: Morning Hot Air Balloon & Return To Windhoek

Soar over the stunning Namib landscape in a hot-air balloon and indulge in a champagne breakfast before concluding your self-drive expedition in Windhoek. Return the rental car at the airport and embark on your departing aircraft.

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