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Duration: 7hrs
Location: Namibia
Start: Swakopmund
End: Swakopmund
Visits: Sossusvlei

This is a popular day-trip starting from Swakopmund. Participants will visit the colourful dunes at Sossuvlei, or have an opportunity to see the spectacular coast, the Cape Fur Seal colony and shipwrecks, wetlands with bright pink flamingoes and Walvis Bay.

Duration: 6 Days
Location: Namibia
Start: Windhoek
End: Windhoek
Visits: Etosha National Park, Sossusvlei

TOUR DETAILS
Day 1 Lodge, Outside Etosha National Park
We depart from Chameleon Backpackers Lodge, Windhoek 12h00 in winter (13h00 in summer).
We stop briefly at Otjiwarongo then arrive at our lodge just before sunset. Dinner is prepared by
your guide and an early night is recommended. (BD)
Day 2 Lodge, Outside Etohsa National Park
We depart from our lodge at sunrise to be the first at the gate to the park and game drive 'til mid morning when we will stop for a light breakfast. We visit many waterholes and drive half way across the park in our quest to find the big 4 as well as all the plains game arriving at Halali for a rest during the hottest part of the day. Here your guide will prepare you a delicious lunch whilst you have a dip in the pool or relax by the camp waterhole. Continuing after lunch you will visit the mighty Etosha Pan and have the experience of walking on the pan to feel the immenseness of this 4500 sq km saltpan (seasonal). We will then continue back to Okaukuejo calling into some well-known waterholes and leave the park prior to sunset. Dinner is prepared by your guide and another early night is recommended. (BLD)
Day 3 Chameleon Guesthouse
Early morning game drive, approx 3 hours, inside the National Park looking for predators as well as plains game and the many bird species found inside this incredible world-renowned park. Your guide will game drive to the park gate and you will return to Windhoek enjoying a light lunch en-route. Arrive in Windhoek late afternoon and you will be dropped at your overnight accommodation at Chameleon Guesthouse on a twin share basis, evening meal at own expense. (BL)
Day 4 Lodge, Near Sesriem
The morning is at leisure, relax by the pool or wander into town for some shopping before departure from Chameleon Guesthouse and Backpackers at 12h00 noon (13h00 in Summer). Driving via Rehoboth and Naukluft we arrive at our camp late afternoon and have a chance to relax and enjoy the views before taking a short walk for sunset looking over the Naukluft mountain range. Overnight in twin rooms/permanent tents with en-suite bathroom facilities. Pool and bar available. Dinner prepared by your guide. (D)
Day 5 Lodge, Near Sesriem
Dawn departure from camp to arrive at the park gate for sunrise. We drive down an ancient river bed surrounded by towering dunes to the 2x4 parking (around 55kms) and take a 4x4 shuttle into the Sossusvlei area to appreciate the beauty of this place in early morning light and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the region. We explore this unique area on foot before heading into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever-changing colours. We can either walk or take the 4x4 shuttle back to our vehicle. As we drive back to our accommodation we will stop at the famous Dune 45 and climb this dune if we wish or just wander around the base. We return to Sesriem and visit the nearby Sesriem Canyon, one of the few permanent water sources before arriving back at our lodge late afternoon to watch the sunset over this spectacular desert. Overnight in twin share rooms/ permanent tents with en-suite bathrooms. Dinner prepared by your guide. (BLD)
Day 6 Windhoek
After a leisurely breakfast we return to Windhoek via Bullsport and Rehoboth. We arrive prior to lunchtime where you will be dropped at your accommodation or airport transfers can be arranged by the office with prior notice at own expense. (B)
Accommodation Provided:
- tented camp

Duration: 7 Days
Location: Namibia
Start: Windhoek
End: Windhoek
Visits: Etosha National Park, Sossusvlei, Animal Conservation Project

TOUR DETAILS
Day 1 Amani Lodge
You are collected from the airport on arrival and transferred to Amani Lodge where you will stay overnight in beautiful thatch bungalows with en-suite facilities. This afternoon you will have the opportunity to join the afternoon feeding tour of the large predators that are unable to be re-located back into the wild, learn more about these fascinating animals and photographic opportunities are excellent. You can then enjoy a champagne sundowner before returning to the lodge for dinner. Your stay here supports the project and helps with the costs of keeping these majestic animals alive. Overnight twin share bungalows with en-suite facilities - (DBB + feeding game drive & champagne sundowner)
Day 2 Lodge, outside Etosha National Park
After breakfast you are transferred to Chameleon Guesthouse in Windhoek where we depart at 12h00 in winter (13h00 in summer) for the mighty Etosha National Park. We stop briefly at Otjiwarongo then arrive at our lodge outside the National Park just before sunset. Dinner is prepared by your guide and an early night is recommended. (BD)
Day 3 Lodge, outside Etosha National Park
We depart from our lodge at sunrise to be the first at the gate to the park and game drive 'til mid morning when we will stop for a light breakfast. We visit many waterholes and drive half way across the park in our quest to find the big 4 as well as all the plains game arriving at Halali for a rest during the hottest part of the day. Here your guide will prepare you a delicious lunch whilst you have a dip in the pool or relax by the camp waterhole. Continuing after lunch you will visit the mighty Etosha Pan and have the experience of walking on the pan to feel the immenseness of this 4500 sq km saltpan (seasonal). We will then continue back to Okaukuejo calling into some well-known waterholes and leave the park prior to sunset. Dinner is prepared by your guide and another early night is recommended. (BLD)
Day 4 Chameleon Lodge
Early morning game drive inside the park looking for predators as well as plains game and the many bird species found inside this incredible world-renowned park. Your guide will game drive to the park and you will return to Windhoek with a light lunch served en-route. Arrive in Windhoek late afternoon where you will be dropped at Chameleon Guesthouse, overnight en-suite rooms on a twin share basis. (BL)
Day 5 Lodge, near Sesriem
Leisurely morning where you can relax by the pool or wander into town for some last minute shopping before departure from Chameleon Guesthouse and Backpackers at 12h00 noon (13h00 in Summer). Driving via Rehoboth and Naukluft we arrive at our camp late afternoon and have a chance to relax and enjoy the views before taking a short walk for sunset looking over the Naukluft mountain range. Overnight in twin rooms/permanent tents with en-suite bathroom facilities. Pool and bar available. Dinner prepared by your guide. (BD)
Day 6 Lodge, near Sesriem
Dawn departure from camp/lodge to arrive at the park gate for sunrise. We drive down an ancient river bed surrounded by towering dunes to the 2x4 parking (around 55kms) and take a 4x4 shuttle into the Sossusvlei area to appreciate the beauty of this place in early morning light and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the region. We explore this unique area on foot before heading into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever-changing colours. We can either walk or take the 4x4 shuttle back to our vehicle. As we drive back to our accommodation we will stop at the famous Dune 45 and climb this dune if we wish or just wander around the base. We return to Sesriem and visit the nearby Sesriem Canyon, one of the few permanent water sources before arriving back at our lodge late afternoon to watch the sunset over this spectacular desert. Overnight in twin share rooms/ permanent tents with en-suite bathrooms. Dinner prepared by your guide. (BLD)
Day 7 Windhoek
After a leisurely breakfast we return to Windhoek via Bullsport and Rehoboth. We arrive prior to lunchtime where you will be dropped at your accommodation of choice or transferred directly to the International Airport for your onward flight. (B)
Accommodation Provided:
- Tented Camp

Duration: 7 Days
Location: Namibia
Start: Windhoek
End: Windhoek
Southern Namibia has some of the most stark yet awe-inspiring desert scenery you'll ever see, varying from the deep ravines of the Fish River, to the lunar landscape of Luderitz, to the richly-coloured dunes of Sossusvlei. You can also see the quiver tree 'forest' near Kolmanskop, jackass penguins off the Luderitz coast or the desert horses around Aus, Namibia's only feral horses.
This is a comfortable camping safari that involves minimal participation. Camping equipment is provided but you'll need to bring your own sleeping bag or rent it from the safari company.
The tours are conducted in a minibus, land cruiser or safari truck with a maximum of 14 people per tour.

Duration: 3 Days
Location: Namibia
Start: Windhoek
End: Windhoek
Visits: Sossusvlei

TOUR DETAILS
Day 1 Lodge, near Sesriem
Departure is from Chameleon Guesthouse and Backpackers at 12h00 noon (13h00 in Summer). Driving via Rehoboth and Naukluft we arrive at our camp late afternoon and have a chance to relax and enjoy the views before taking a short walk for sunset looking over the Naukluft mountain range. Overnight is based in twin rooms or permanent tents with en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner prepared by your guide (D)
Day 2 Lodge, near Sesriem
We depart at dawn from camp to arrive at the park gate for sunrise. We drive down an ancient river bed surrounded by towering dunes to the 2x4 parking (around 55kms) and take a 4x4 shuttle into the Sossusvlei area to appreciate the beauty of this place in early morning light and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the region. We explore this unique area on foot before heading into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever-changing colours. We can either walk or take the 4x4 shuttle back to our vehicle. As we drive back to our accommodation we will stop at the famous Dune 45 and climb this dune if we wish or just wander around the base. We return to Sesriem and visit the nearby Sesriem Canyon, one of the few permanent water sources before arriving back at our lodge late afternoon to watch the sunset over this spectacular desert. Overnight in twin share rooms or permanent tents with en-suite bathrooms. Dinner prepared by your guide. (BLD)
Day 3 Windhoek
After a leisurely breakfast we return to Windhoek via Bullsport and Rehoboth. We arrive prior to lunchtime where you will be dropped at your accommodation. (B)
Accommodation Provided:
- tented camp

Duration: 3 Days
Location: Namibia
Start: Windhoek
End: Windhoek
Visits: Etosha National Park

TOUR DETAILS
Day 1 Lodge, outside Etosha National Park
We depart from Chameleon Backpackers Lodge, Windhoek 12h00 in winter (13h00 in summer). We stop briefly at Otjiwarongo then arrive at our lodge just before sunset outside the gates of Etosha National Park. Twin share rooms or permanent tents with en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner is prepared by your guide and an early night is recommended. (D)
Day 2 Lodge, outside Etosha National Park
We depart from our lodge at sunrise to be the first at the gate to the park and game drive 'til mid morning when we will stop for a light breakfast. We visit many waterholes and drive half way across the park in our quest to find the big 4 as well as all the plains game arriving at Halali for a rest during the hottest part of the day. Here your guide will prepare you a delicious lunch whilst you have a dip in the pool or relax by the camp waterhole. Continuing after lunch you will visit the mighty Etosha Pan and have the experience of walking on the pan to feel the immenseness of this 4500 sq km saltpan (seasonal). We will then continue back to Okaukuejo calling into some well-known waterholes and leave the park prior to sunset. Twin share rooms or permanent tents with en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner is prepared by your guide and another early night is recommended. (BLD)
Day 3 Windhoek
Early morning game drive (+ 3 hours) inside the park looking for predators as well as plains game and the many bird species found inside this incredible world-renowned park. Your guide will give you a light lunch en-route to Windhoek via the craft markets at Okahandja. Arrive in Windhoek late afternoon for your onward travel arrangements or to join the Sossusvlei Express, which departs at midday tomorrow. You will be dropped at your accommodation or airport transfers can be arranged by the office with advance notice. (BL)
Accommodation Provided:
- tented camp

Day 1: Windhoek - Etosha Park
Each tour participant will be picked up from their accommodation in Windhoek at 13.00 (or 12.00 during winter). We then travel north and briefly break in Otiwarongo prior to arriving at our lodge outside of the gates of Etosha National Park just before sunset. Participants will stay in shared twin rooms or permanent tents equipped with en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner is prepared by your guide and we recommend making it an early night.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: A lodge near Etosha
Day 2: Etosha Park
We have an early sunrise departure from our lodge to be the first group at Etosha's gate and game drive until mid morning when we will stop and have a light breakfast. We will drive halfway across the park stopping at numerous waterholes and driving through the plains as we search for the Big 4, arriving at Halali for a respite during the hottest part of the day. At Halali your guide will prepare a tasty lunch while participants can relax by the waterhole or take a swim in the pool. After lunch we will continue on to the impressive Etosha Pan and walk on the pan and realize the vastness of this 4500 sq km saltpan (seasonal). We will then return to Okaukuejo, stopping at some well-known waterholes and depart the park before sunset. Participants will stay in shared twin rooms or permanent tents equipped with en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner is prepared by your guide and we again recommend making it an early night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: A lodge near Etosha
Day 3: Etosha Park - Windhoek
We will enter Etosha National Park for another early morning game drive (+ 3 hours) and search for predators, plains game and the various species of birds found within the magnificent and distinguished park. Your guide will provide you with a light lunch at the craft markets at Okahandja on the way to Windhoek. We will arrive in the capital in the late afternoon where you can enjoy the city or have the option to join the Sossusvlei Express which departs at midday on the following day. Each participant will be dropped at their accommodation and airport transfers can be arranged, however advanced notice is necessary.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4: Windhoek - Sossusvlei
Day 5: Sossusvlei
Day 6: Windhoek

The route to the coast takes you down the Gamsberg Pass and through the Namib, the landscape varying from rocky mountains to endless desert plains. You explore the Moon Landscape near Swakopmund, the beautiful Erongo mountains and the rock formation at Vingerklip before heading to Etosha National Park for some serious game viewing. The final night of the tour is at the lovely Frans Indongo Lodge near Waterberg.

Day 1: Windhoek - Swakopmund
Day 2: Walvis bay & Swakopmund
Day 3: Swakopmund - Erongo Region
Day 4: Erongo - Vingerklip
Day 5: Vingerklip - Etosha national Park
Day 6: Etosha
Day 7: Etosha
Day 9: Windhoek

The above itinerary is only a guideline. Whilst the safari company tries to adhere to it there may be circumstances that make a change necessary (ie weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours, accommodation availability etc.).

On this trip you will visit the Africat Foundation at Okonjima to meet and learn about Africa's Big Cats. Then on to Etosha National Park for some game viewing. The Himba village at Oase brings you in touch with the cultural traditions of these proud people before travelling into the desert to spend the night at The Brandberg, Namibia's highest mountain and an ancient Bushman spiritual site. Swakopmund on the Skeleton Coast offers time to relax or time for some adventure sport adrenaline and the trip closes with two nights in the area around Sossusvlei, the world's tallest dunes in the world's oldest desert.
Transport is in a minibus, landcruiser or specially converted safari truck.

Day 1: Windhoek - Okonjima
Day 2: Etosha Park
Day 3: Etosha Park
Day 4: Etosha - Kamanjab
Day 5: Kamanjab - Brandberg
Day 6: Brandberg - Swakopmund
Day 7: Swakopmund
Day 8: Swakopmund - Sesriem Area
Day 9: Sossusvlei
Day 10: Windhoek

The above itinerary is only a guideline. Whilst the safari company tries to adhere to it there may be circumstances that make a change necessary (ie weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours etc.).

This trip is a combination of 2 popular tours - the Southern Swing and Northern Adventure. The first half of the trip visits the weird Quiver Tree Forest close to Keetmanshoop; the imposing Fish River Canyon; the Orange River, the border between Namibia and South Africa; the stark beauty of the desert around the coastal town of Luderitz; and of course the famous dunes of Sossusvlei.
The second stage visits Okonjima, the home of Africat, a rehabilitation centre for big cats; rich game viewing within Etosha National Park; a Himba village; the vast vistas of Damaraland; the coastal town of Swakopmund where there are numerous activities that can be embarked on; finally returning to Windhoek.

Day 1: Windhoek - Quiver Tree Forest
Day 2: Quiver Tree - Fish River Canyon
Day 3: Fish River - Klein Aus Vista
Day 4: Luderitz Day Trip - Klein Aus Vista
Day 5: Klein Aus - Sesriem Area
Day 6: Sossusvlei
Day 7: Windhoek
Day 8: Windhoek - Okonjima
Day 9: Etosha Park
Day 10: Etosha Park
Day 11: Etosha - Kamanjab
Day 12: Kamanjab - Brandberg
Day 13: Brandberg - Swakopmund
Day 14: Swakopmund - Windhoek

The above itinerary is only a guideline. Whilst the safari company tries to adhere to it there may be circumstances that make a change necessary (ie weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours etc.).