1
Day 1–2
Windhoek arrival
Arrival transfer from Hosea Kutako International Airport, vehicle handover and first Windhoek overnight.
Overnight
Arebbusch Travel Lodge
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Namvic digital itinerary · 18 days
18 Day Highlights of Namibia — Self-Drive Safari
The complete Namibia circuit — dunes, canyon, coast, Damaraland and Etosha. Explore the route, day-by-day flow, accommodation style and key inclusions below.
Duration
18 days
Travel style
Self-drive safari
Route stages
15 stages
Designed by
Namvic Safaris
Route overview
The journey at a glance
Windhoek → Kalahari Namibia → Fish River Canyon → Aus → Sesriem / Sossusvlei → Solitaire → Swakopmund → Spitzkoppe → Brandberg → Twyfelfontein → Grootberg → Etosha South → Etosha East → Onguma → Okonjati Game Reserve → Windhoek
Day by day
Your route through southern Africa
This is the planned route structure. Accommodation, activities and timing are confirmed for your travel dates in the final proposal.
B&B
2
Day 2–3
Kalahari Namibia
Drive into the red dune landscapes of the Kalahari; optional activities may include nature drives or San/Bushman-style cultural walks depending on supplier availability.
Overnight
Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch
3
Day 3–4
Fish River Canyon
Continue south to the Fish River Canyon region with time for canyon viewpoints and southern Namibia scenery.
Overnight
Canyon Roadhouse Campsite
4
Day 4–6
Aus and Lüderitz options
Two nights near Aus, with options for Lüderitz, Kolmanskop ghost town and Garub desert horses.
Overnight
Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite
5
Day 6–7
Sesriem / Sossusvlei
Namib Desert stage for Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and Sesriem Canyon.
Overnight
Sesriem Campsite
6
Day 7–8
Solitaire desert stop
Scenic desert route between the Sossusvlei area and the coast.
Overnight
Camp Gecko / Orange Camp
7
Day 8–10
Swakopmund coast
Two nights at the coast with optional Sandwich Harbour, quad biking, sandboarding, scenic flights or town exploration.
Overnight
Alte Brucke Resort
8
Day 10–11
Spitzkoppe
Granite peaks, desert scenery and a memorable stargazing stop.
Overnight
Spitzkoppe Rest Camp
9
Day 11–12
Brandberg
Damaraland landscapes around the Brandberg region.
Overnight
Brandberg White Lady Lodge
10
Day 12–13
Twyfelfontein
Twyfelfontein rock engravings and Damaraland wilderness.
Overnight
Mowani Campsite
11
Day 13–14
Grootberg
Kunene escarpment landscapes and a more remote Damaraland feel.
Overnight
Grootberg Lodge
12
Day 14–15
Etosha South
Enter the Etosha stage through the southern side, with park fees handled according to the confirmed quote.
Overnight
Okaukuejo Resort
13
Day 15–16
Etosha East
Continue through Etosha toward the central/eastern side.
Overnight
Halali Resort
14
Day 16–17
Onguma Nature Reserve
Eastern Etosha/Onguma stage, with final routing confirmed around availability and park logistics.
Overnight
Onguma Tamboti Campsite
15
Day 17–18
Okonjati Game Reserve and departure transfer
Final safari stop before transfer/return to Hosea Kutako International Airport.
Overnight
Mount Etjo Safari Lodge
Where you may stay
Accommodation style
Arebbusch Travel Lodge, Windhoek (B&B)
Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch, Kalahari Namibia (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast)
Canyon Roadhouse Campsite, Fish River Canyon (self-catering)
Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite, Aus (self-catering)
Sesriem Campsite, Sesriem (self-catering)
Camp Gecko / Orange Camp, Solitaire (self-catering)
Alte Brucke Resort, Swakopmund (B&B)
Spitzkoppe Rest Camp, Spitzkoppe (self-catering)
Brandberg White Lady Lodge, Brandberg (self-catering)
Mowani Campsite, Twyfelfontein (self-catering)
Grootberg Lodge, Grootberg (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast)
Okaukuejo Resort, Etosha South (self-catering)
Halali Resort, Etosha East (self-catering)
Onguma Tamboti Campsite, Onguma Nature Reserve (self-catering)
Mount Etjo Safari Lodge, Okonjati Game Reserve (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast)
Included / arranged
- ✓Fully equipped Toyota Hilux double cab 4x4
- ✓Unlimited kilometres
- ✓2 airport transfers: arrival and departure where confirmed
- ✓Accommodation as per confirmed itinerary
- ✓Silver Camping Package style equipment: roof tent, fridge, gas cooker, kitchen set, camping table and chairs, and recovery equipment
- ✓Route support and Namvic local assistance during the trip
- ✓Insurance/excess cover as confirmed in the final rental agreement
Not included unless quoted
- —International flights
- —Personal travel insurance
- —Visa fees
- —Park entrance fees unless specifically quoted as included
- —Fuel for the vehicle
- —Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- —Optional activities such as scenic flights, Sandwich Harbour or skydiving
- —Personal expenses
Important planning notes
- • Final price must be confirmed against live accommodation, vehicle package and supplier availability.
- • Park entrance fees, fuel and optional activities are not automatically included unless stated in the final quote.
- • Insurance/excess wording must follow the final rental agreement; avoid “everything covered” language.
Make it yours
Ready to plan this journey?
Tell us your dates, group size and preferred comfort level. We will confirm the route, accommodation, vehicle, activities and price before you commit.
Indicative route only. Final availability, rates, inclusions and operating conditions are confirmed in writing.