Namibia Overlanding Adventure

14 Days 13 Nights

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Experience the best of Namibia on a self-drive 4x4 overlanding trip. From the towering dunes of Sossusvlei to the salt pans of Etosha, this two-week journey is perfect for travelers seeking raw nature, stargazing, off-the-grid adventure, and epic wildlife encounters.

Highlights

  • Climb the World’s Tallest Dunes – Sossusvlei
  • Camp Under the Stars in the Namib Desert
  • Quirky Desert Stop at Solitaire
  • Adventure in Coastal Swakopmund
  • Sleep Beside Ancient Rock Formations at Spitzkoppe
  • Track Desert Elephants in Damaraland
  • Game Drive Through Etosha National Park
  • Hike the Waterberg Plateau
  • Celebrate with Beer & Braai in Windhoek
  • Remote Self-Reliance & True Freedom

Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Arrival – Windhoek

    • ✈️ Land, collect vehicle, stock up
    • 🏕️ Stay: Urban Camp or Arebbusch

  • Day
    02-03

    Sesriem & Sossusvlei

    • 🌅 Climb Dune 45, see Deadvlei
    • 🏞️ Walk Sesriem Canyon
    • 🏕️ Stay: Sesriem Campsite

    6 hour
    Camp Site
  • Day
    04-05

    Sesriem ➡️ Swakopmund (via Solitaire)

    • 🥧 Pie stop in Solitaire
    • 🦩 Flamingos at Walvis Bay
    • 🏄 Sandboarding & kayaking
    • 🏕️ Stay: Alte Brücke / Tiger Reef

    7 hour
  • Day
    06

    Swakopmund ➡️ Spitzkoppe

    • 🌄 Explore granite arches, stargaze
    • 🎨 See ancient San rock art
    • 🏕️ Stay: Spitzkoppe Campsite

    3 hour
  • Day
    07-08

    Spitzkoppe ➡️ Damaraland (Twyfelfontein)

    • 🪨 Rock art, desert elephants
    • 🌳 Visit Burnt Mountain & Organ Pipes
    • 🏕️ Stay: Aba-Huab / Madisa Campsite

    5 hour
    Camp Site
  • Day
    09

    Damaraland ➡️ Etosha (Anderson Gate / Okaukuejo)

    • 🐘 Spot elephants, rhinos, lions
    • 🌙 Night wildlife at waterholes
    • 🏕️ Stay: Okaukuejo, Halali, Namutoni

    6 hour
  • Day
    10-11

    Etosha National Park (crossing eastward)

    • 🐘 Game viewing en route to Halali & Namutoni
    • 🏕️ Stay: Halali (night 10), Namutoni (night 11)

    Camp Site
  • Day
    12

    Etosha National Park ➡️ Waterberg Plateau

    • 🥾 Plateau hiking, wildlife spotting
    • 🏕️ Stay: Waterberg Campsite or Lodge

  • Day
    13

    Waterberg ➡️ Windhoek

    • 🍺 Dinner at Joe’s Beerhouse
    • 🛌 Stay: Guesthouse in Windhoek

    5 hour
  • Day
    14

    Departure

    • 🧳 Optional: souvenir shopping, city walk
    • ✈️ Fly out

    1 hour

Cost Includes

  • 🚙 4x4 vehicle rental with rooftop tent or camper
  • ⛺ Camping accommodation (designated sites)
  • 📍 Route planning assistance
  • 🗺️ Maps & GPS recommendations (Tracks4Africa or Maps.me)
  • 🎟️ Entry fees for parks: Etosha, Namib-Naukluft, Waterberg
  • 📋 Packing checklist (available upon request)
  • 📞 Emergency support contact

Cost Excludes

  • ✈️ International flights to/from Namibia
  • 🥘 Food, drinks, and camping supplies
  • ⛽ Fuel and tolls
  • 🦏 Guided activities (e.g., rhino walks, sandboarding)
  • 🧾 Travel insurance & personal expenses
  • 💉 Vaccinations or medical prep
  • 📶 Satellite phone or SIM card (optional but recommended)