14-day self-drive Namibia Road Trip Safari Itinerary

Day 1:Arrival At Windhoek:

You will meet with one representative from carrental4x4.com. Following a comprehensive instructional session and the necessary formalities, your self-drive experience in Namibia will commence. Allocate the initial night in Windhoek to familiarize yourself with both the 4×4 vehicle and the city. Windhoek is the primary location for procuring the majority of your supplies for the self-drive. You will spend a night at Arebbusch Travel Lodge.

Day Two: Drive to Sesriem

If you completed your shopping on day 1, then, kick start your drive to Sesriem Campsite and the Namib Desert (Namib Naukluft Park) early today. Journey through Solitaire and reach Sesriem by early afternoon. If sufficient time remains, you may, for instance, explore the Sesriem Canyon.

Accommodation: camping. Distance of travel: 330 kilometers.

Day 3: Drive To Sossusvlei

A complete day to explore the sand dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. It is advised to commence early in the morning to arrive at the sand dunes in time for the dawn. An awe-inspiring display of red and orange hues accompanied with profound shadows. The round trip to the dunes is around 120 kilometers. You overnight at the base of the Spreets Hoogte pass. The distance from Sesriem is around 110 kilometers.

You will reside at the exclusive Camp Gecko.

Day 4: Drive to Swakopmund

Following two nights amidst the sand dunes and Sesriem, proceed with your self-drive road trip to Swakopmund along the Atlantic Ocean. The road follows the Kuisib Canyon and the extensive gravel plains of the Namib Desert. Arrive in Swakopmund in the early afternoon. The lodging is a bed and breakfast with a distinctive vista. In Swakopmund, one may choose to dine at a restaurant if desired. Your accommodation is at Desert Breeze.

Day 5: Drive To Spitzkoppe

Explore Swakopmund or engage in shopping following breakfast. Upon readiness, proceed to the subsequent destination: the distinctive jagged formations of Spitzkoppe. You reside at Spitzkoppe Rest camp.

Day 6: Transfer To UGAB Rhino

Proceed with your self-drive 4×4 road trip drive further into the Damaraland. The breathtaking vistas emblematic of Namibia welcomes you to the community-based Ugab Rhino Camp. You may receive the honor of a visit from Namibia’s renowned desert elephants. En route to Spitzkoppe, one may visit the seals at Cape Cross, which entails a detour of around 80 kilometers.

Day 7: Explore Twyfelfontein

A unique occasion where the 4×4 is genuinely essential. Today’s objectives include navigating adventurous trails suitable for a 4×4 vehicle, utilizing low gear and a GPS device, en route to Twijfelfontein via the uniquely gorgeous Damaraland terrain. We recommend allocating the entire day for this journey, despite its brevity, as it is predominantly a 4×4 track requiring a slow pace. Today, one might observe ostriches, oryx, numerous antelope species, and potentially the elusive black rhino.

You will spend the night at Mowani Camp.

Day 8: Etosha National Park

Drive from Twyfelfontein to Etosha National Park. Sleep in the expansive park for three nights at three distinct rest sites. In Etosha, there is a significant likelihood of observing various wildlife, including elephants, rhinoceroses, and lions. The lit watering holes adjacent to the rest camps are remarkable. The location is readily accessible by foot from the Okaukuejo Restcamp.

Day 9: Etosha National Park (Halali)

The subsequent day in Etosha National Park. Select either to embark on an early morning game drive and thereafter return to Okaukeujo or to dismantle camp immediately and commence the game drive to Halali. Should you opt for a brief morning wildlife drive near Okaukuejo camp, you may enjoy breakfast upon your return before dismantling the camp. Undoubtedly, you will reach Halali Restcamp later if you proceed in that manner.

Day 10: Etosha National Park (Namutoni)

The third day of your visit to Etosha National Park. Embark for another extended game drive today, proceeding to Namutoni Restcamp. You once more have the option of an early morning game drive around the camp or to dismantle the camp promptly and leisurely proceed to Namutoni. Your experience may also be influenced by the duration of your stay at the lit watering hole of Halali, where numerous extraordinary animals may be observed. Hyenas, lions, and leopards are frequently observed in that area.

Day 11: Waterberg Plateau National Park

En route to Waterberg Plateau, one may also pause at the magnificent Hoba Meteorite, the largest in the world. Proceed to Waterberg. The Waterberg Plateau is a diverse national park that is excellent for hikers. You reside in Waterberg Plateau Campsite.

Day 12: Waterberg Plateau National Park

Another day at the Waterberg Plateau Campsite. Engage in relaxation or take a walk, for instance. A complete day at Waterberg Plateau National Park.

Day 13: Okonjima Nature Reserve

Departing from the Waterberg Plateau and proceeding southward to Windhoek. The final game reserve of our journey is Okonjima Nature Reserve. You may either navigate independently or arrange a guided game drive. Your accommodation will be at Omboroko Campsite.

Day 14: Return To Windhoek

The final day of your Namibia excursion. Upon returning the 4×4 vehicle to the agency in Windhoek, a shuttle service will transport you back to the airport.