Affordable Namibia

Affordable Namibia Self Drive Safari
Waterberg Self Drive
Etosha National Park, Namibia
Affordable Swakopmund Safari
Affordable Namibia Self Drive Safari
Affordable Namib Desert
Safari Information
  • Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
  • Duration; 11 Days / 10 Nights
  • Lodging; Accommodated
  • Group Size; Minimum 1
  • Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris
Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Windhoek

  • Upon arrival at Hosea Kutako (Windhoek) Airport, you will be met and assisted with your car rental formalities and given a self-drive briefing.
  • Drive approximately 45 kilometres (28 miles) / 45 minutes to Safari Court Hotel.
  • Meals: Bed and Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Safari Court Hotel

Day 2: Waterberg

  • The Waterberg Plateau is a few hour North of Windhoek.
  • The perfect stop-off to break up that long drive to Etosha.
  • Endangered species like the Black and White Rhino, Sable Antelope and Blue Wildebeest can be seen in this area.
  • A short tour of the Africat Foundation is also worth the effort.
  • Drive approximately 275 kilometres (171 miles) / 3 hours to Waterberg Wilderness Lodge
  • Meals:Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Waterberg Wilderness Lodge

Days 3-4: Etosha National Park

  • A long(ish) but a leisurely drive to the famous Etosha National Park awaits today.
  • Over the next couple of days, one gets the chance to self-game drive through this incredible wildlife-rich National Park.
  • Mokuti Lodge is located within a four-minute drive from the Park itself.
  • Drive approximately 395 kilometres (245 miles) / 5 hours to Mokuti Lodge
  • Meals: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Mokuti Lodge

Day 5: Etosha National Park

  • This morning one gets to drive from east to west through the Etosha.
  • The whole route today is one long game drive.
  • Drive to Okaukuejo Rest Camp.
  • The distance covered depends on the game-drive routes clients choose and time spent game-viewing.
  • Meals: Room Only
  • Accommodation: Okaukuejo Rest Camp

Day 6: Damaraland

  • Leaving Etosha behind one heads off into one of the most isolated destinations in Africa.
  • Damaraland with all her scenic attractions and wonders awaits.
  • Attractions include the Bushmen rock art at Twyfelfontein, the petrified forest and the rock formations including the organ pipes.
  • Drive approximately 360 kilometres (223 miles) / 5 hours to Twyfelfontein
  • Meals: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Twyfelfontein Lodge

Days 7-8: Swakopmund

  • From Damaraland one heads towards Namibia's Atlantic Ocean and onto Swakopmund.
  • A couple of days of relaxing in this small coastal town awaits all.
  • Numerous adventure activities are on offer as well as great restaurant, pubs and clubs.
  • Drive approximately 430 kilometres (267 miles) / 6 hours to Swakopmund
  • Meals: Bed and Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Strand Hotel

Days 9-10: Namib Desert

  • The Namib Desert is without question one of Namibia's highlights.
  • A long but scenic drive awaits.
  • Visit the famous Sossusvlei sand dunes at 300m, are the highest in the world
  • Drive approximately 340 kilometres (211 miles) / 6 hours to Sossusvlei
  • Meals: Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge

Day 11: Affordable Namibia Self Drive Safari Ends

  • A leisurely drive to Windhoek where one's safari comes to an end.
  • Drive approximately 360 kilometres (223 miles) / 4 - 5 hours to Windhoek International Airport and drop off the hired vehicle.
  • Meals: Breakfast
Rates From

Rates on Request, budget dependent

Rates Information

The Above Rates should be used as a guideline only.

  • All rates are subject to availability
  • Rates may vary according to season
  • Lodging may change depending on your budget
  • Vehicle type may change depending on your budget
  • All rates may change without notice
  • Single supplement may apply
Rates Include
  • Twin or single accommodation
  • Meals as specified
  • Accommodation as specified
  • One guided walk at Waterberg Wilderness Lodge
Rates Exclude
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities and porterage
  • Meals other than those specified
  • Sightseeing and excursions other than those specified
  • Entrance fees for National Parks and any other areas of interest
  • All expenses related to self-drive vehicle
  • Visas (please thoroughly check requirements depending on your nationality, for the countries being visited prior to travel)
  • Scheduled flights to and from Windhoek
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