9 Day Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund and Etosha National Park Safari

Tour Summary

From the awe-inspiring depths of Fish River Canyon one of the largest canyons in the world to the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei, Namibia’s landscapes are nothing short of breathtaking. Here, towering sand dunes rise against clear blue skies, and the haunting beauty of nearby Deadvlei creates a surreal, almost otherworldly scene.

Along the Atlantic coast, the charming town of Swakopmund offers a refreshing contrast, blending German colonial heritage with modern adventure. Whether it’s ocean views, desert excursions, or adrenaline-filled activities, Swakopmund adds a vibrant coastal dimension to your safari.

No Namibian journey is complete without exploring the wildlife rich plains of Etosha National Park. Renowned for its vast salt pan and abundant wildlife, Etosha delivers some of Africa’s most rewarding game viewing, where elephants, lions, rhinos, and giraffes gather around waterholes in dramatic fashion.

Day 1. Arrival at the airport and transfer to fish River Canyon

Upon arrival at the airport we drive straight to the Canyon via B1 road passing Rehoboth. Upon arrival check in at your lodge. Later in the evening, nature walk in the Canyoon, Sunrise, Ai Ais natural hot spring and beautiful sights and Sunset late

Accommodation: 

  • Luxury: Fish River Lodge
  • Midrange: Gondwana Canyon Lodge
  • Budget: Canyon Roadhouse

Day 2: Full Day hiking the canyon 

Early morning breakfast, then proceed for briefing to start a full day hiking of the Canyon. Then return to the lodge for an overnight.

Day 3: Transfer to Sossusvlei from Fish River Canyoon

Depart for Sossusvlei in the morning via Aus, along the way you will witness the rugged and beautiful landscape of Namibia. Upon arrival you check in and rest at your lodge.

Accommodation

  • Budget: Sesriem Campsite 
  • Mid-range Lodge:  Elegant Desert Lodge or similar
  • Luxury Lodge: Dead Valley Lodge or similar.

Day 4: Sossusvlei experience

Early morning breakfast, then head to Sesriem gate to start your dune safari experience to begin the visit to Deadvlei, Dune 45, Big Daddy Dunes, and Elim Dunes. 

Return to the same lodge

Day 5: Departure for Swakopmund

Transfer to Swakopmund via Solitaire to taste the famous apple pie, and stop at a notable landmark of Tropic of Capricorn, offering a prime opportunity for photographic documentation. Upon arrival head straight for the Sandwich Harbour, along the way visit the walvis bay lagoon, pink lake, salt mines and swakopmund Jetty.

Accommodation

  • Backpackers: Amanpuri Travelers Lodge or a similar establishment.
  • Mid-range Lodge: Alte Brucke Resort or a similar venue.
  • Luxury Lodge: Strand Hotel or a similar high-end establishment.

Distance covered: 300 km (gravel road).
Estimated journey duration: 5 hours, including planned stopovers.

Day 6: Transfer to Damaraland (Spitzkoppe)

Early morning drive to Skitzkoppe, upon arrival check in your lodge and explore Damaraland with notable sightings lime rock paintings and damarland living museum.

Accommodation

  • Budget: Spitzkoppe Campsites or Daureb Isib Campsite
  • Mid-Range: Spitzkoppe Cabin Camp or Spitzkoppe Mountain Tented Camp
  • Luxury: Spitzkoppen Lodge or Ai-Aiba The Rock Painting Lodge 

Day 7: Transfer to Etosha National Park

Upon arrival in Etosha, check in your lodge and tprepare for afternoon’s game drive, the quest to observe the king of the savannah the lion, unfolds amidst a stunning array of magnificent game, including antelopes, giraffes, zebras, and herds of African elephants traversing the bush.

In the eveing visit the waterhole, thirsty animals congregate for a drink, allowing spectators to witness the ever-changing “theatre of nature” until late into the evening.

Accommodation

  • Camping – Okaukuejo Campsite or similar.
  • Mid-range Lodge – Okaukuejo Resort or similar.
  • Luxury Lodge – Etosha Oberland Lodge or similar.

Distance: 450 km on a tarred road.

Duration: 6 hours

Day 8: Early morning game drive and departure for Windhoek.

Another morning game drive in search of the wildlife that we didn’t see last evening then proceed to Windhoek city where you will spend the night.

Day 9: Departure and farewell to Namibia

Breakfast and then you are transferred to the airport for your outbound flight.

Day 1: Arrival at the airport and transfer to fish River Canyon

Day 2: Full Day hiking the canyon

Day 3: Transfer to Sossusvlei from Fish River Canyoon

Day 4: Sossusvlei experience

Day 5: Departure for Swakopmund

Day 6: Transfer to Damaraland (Spitzkoppe

Day 7: Transfer to Etosha National Park

Day 8: Early morning game drive and departure for Windhoek.

Day 9: Departure and farewell to Namibia

Cost Includes
  • Park fees
  • All activities
  • All accommodation
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Round-trip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinking water
Cost Excludes
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Travel Insurance

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