Icons of Namibia

Dramatic landscapes, stylish accommodation, and desert-adapted wildlife on this luxury Namibia safari

Epic adventure awaits in little-known Namibia. Despite its size—twice the size of California—Namibia is one of the least densely populated countries in the world. Here, vast dunes and seemingly endless horizons emote large-scale wonder. After sunset, celestial bodies blink into focus, decorating the night sky. There's an opportunity for safari, too. Namibia's wilderness is home to uniquely desert-adapted wildlife. On its western hem, the desolate Skeleton Coast unfurls for thousands of sandy miles, calling out to travelers with lore and tales of shipwrecks. Experience it all on this luxury Namibia safari that visits many of the country's famed icons, from towering sand dunes to prehistoric rock paintings—all while staying in dreamy tented desert camps. Finish in a remote outpost on the border with Angola, where you’ll spend time with the semi-nomadic Himba.

Icons of Namibia: 11 days/10 nights

Icons of Namibia trip highlights

This 11-day luxury Namibia safari itinerary begins with an overnight stay at The Weinberg Windhoek.
Fly to Little Kulala in Kulala Wilderness Reserve. Visit the remarkable Sossusvlei Dunes through a private entrance into Namib-Naukluft National Park, and explore the desert via game drives and walks or go quad biking or on a hot air balloon safari.
Fly to Damaraland Camp in the Torra Conservancy to view desert-adapted elephant. The Camp is run in partnership with the Torra Conservancy, and you can meet members of the local village to discover the inspiring story of how it came to be. Don't miss the chance to view the incredible San rock engravings at Twyfelfontein.
Fly to Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, which is set in the starkly beautiful Palmwag Concession on the border of the legendary Skeleton Coast National Park. Activities include game drives and nature walks to look for desert-adapted elephant, Hartmann’s mountain zebra, oryx, giraffe, and springbok, while coastal sightings might include the elusive brown hyena, and black-backed jackal.
Fly to the remote Serra Cafema Camp, a true desert oasis near the border with Angola. Learn about local culture with a visit to a traditional Himba village, or go hiking, quad biking, canoeing, and kayaking. Game viewing includes excellent bird watching.

Price

$13,400 - $19,600 per person sharing in 2024

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