Namibia is a vast country—twice the size of California and four times that of the United Kingdom—yet with just about 2 million inhabitants. This Ultimate Namibia Safari allows you to experience the country intimately, accompanied by your private, naturalist‑guide from Nomad Touring Company Ltd. In 14 days you’ll traverse breathtaking desert plains, scale apricot dunes in Sossusvlei, visit the romantic coastal town of Swakopmund nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and dunes, and witness abundant wildlife in the renowned Etosha National Park. From Namibia’s largest sand dunes to oceanside vistas and big‑game rich reserves, this tour delivers unparalleled contrasts and lasting memories.

Itinerary

Cost

Day 01 :

Arrive Windhoek

Accommodation: Galton House Boutique Hotel (B&B)
Meals: Breakfast included
Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting to transfer you to the stylish Galton House Boutique Hotel. Take time to rest after your flight or explore Windhoek’s German colonial architecture—visit the Alte Feste fortress, Independence Memorial Museum, Heroes’ Acre or the sandstone Christus Kirche. Overnight in Windhoek.

Day 02 :

Windhoek to Kalahari Desert

Accommodation: Camelthorn Kalahari Lodge (Full Board: BLD)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner included
Depart Windhoek and enter the vast, wind‑blown Kalahari Desert. Known locally as the “Soul of the World,” the crimson dunes and hardy thorn scrub support surprisingly rich wildlife. Optional afternoon nature drive to observe desert fauna and flora. Overnight in Kalahari setting.

Day 03 :

Kalahari to Fish River Canyon

Accommodation: Canyon Village Hotel (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
Drive further south across rocky plains to the scenic quiver tree forest and quirky scrap metal sculptures in “Giant’s Playground.” Continue to the Fish River Canyon area; possible guided nature walk or drive exploring rugged landscapes and rock formations. Overnight at Canyon Village Hotel close to the canyon.

Day 04 :

Fish River Canyon to Lüderitz

Accommodation: Lüderitz Nest Hotel (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
Enjoy canyon views at dawn before journeying past Naute Dam with an optional stop at Naute Kristall Cellar or distillery for tasting. Visit Garub viewpoint to glimpse the wild desert horses, then continue to the coastal town of Lüderitz for overnight at Lüderitz Nest Hotel.

Day 05 :

Lüderitz Exploration

Accommodation: Lüderitz Nest Hotel (BLD)
Meals: BLD included
Visit the haunting Kolmanskop ghost town within Sperrgebiet National Park. Next, explore Diaz Point and its Padrao monument overlooking the Atlantic. Enjoy a walking tour of Lüderitz’s historic district before returning for overnight at the hotel.

Day 06 :

Lüderitz to Sossusvlei (Namib Desert)

Accommodation: Sossus Dune Lodge (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
Depart at sunrise, entering Namib‑Naukluft National Park. Capture the apricot sands of Sossusvlei and the surreal Deadvlei clay pan. Climb one of the towering dunes, then visit Sesriem Canyon for its desert gorge features. Settle in at Sossus Dune Lodge for an evening under the desert sky.

Day 07 :

Sossusvlei to Swakopmund

Accommodation: Villa Margherita (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
En route to Swakopmund, stop at the “Moon Landscape” near Solitaire, observe the ancient Welwitschia mirabilis plant, and enjoy a legendary apple‑pie coffee stop. Visit Walvis Bay lagoon to view flamingos, then continue along the desert‑coast interface to Swakopmund. Leisure afternoon in this charming seaside town. Overnight at Villa Margherita.

Day 08 :

Swakopmund & Walvis Bay Kayaking

Accommodation: Villa Margherita (BD)
Meals: Breakfast and dinner included
Early morning coastal drive to Walvis Bay for a kayaking excursion at Pelican Point. Spot dolphins, seals, flamingos, seabirds—and possibly whales or turtles. Light refreshments on the beach; afternoon at leisure in Swakopmund. Dinner at a seafood restaurant specializing in locally harvested fare.

Day 09 :

Swakopmund to Damaraland

Accommodation: Damara Mopane Lodge (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
Travel north to Damaraland, passing the majestic Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain. Explore arid table‑mountains, gravel plains and ancient river terraces. May visit Twyfelfontein rock engravings (scheduled based on time). Overnight at Damara Mopane Lodge amid dramatic landscapes.

Day 10 :

Damaraland to Etosha National Park

Accommodation: Etosha Mountain Lodge (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
Early departure via Grootberg Pass with panoramic views. Visit a local Himba settlement and learn about their traditional lifestyle. Continue to Etosha Mountain Lodge on the park’s southwestern edge. Evening game viewing at the lodge’s floodlit waterhole.

Day 11 - 12 :

Etosha National Park Wildlife Safari

Accommodation: Etosha Mountain Lodge (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
Two full days of game drives across Etosha National Park. View the park’s salt pan and frequent wildlife at waterholes: elephant, lion, leopard, rhino (four of the Big Five), plus giraffe, zebra, antelope species and many birds. Enjoy excellent photographic and viewing opportunities from camp.

Day 13 :

Onguma Private Reserve

Accommodation: Onguma Tree Top Camp (BLD)
Meals: B, L, D included
Morning game drive within Etosha. Transfer to Onguma Tree Top Camp for lunch, then afternoon game drive in the private reserve. End the drive at sunset over Fischer’s Pan with sundowners. Return after dark for a final safari dinner overlooking the waterhole.

Day 14 :

Return to Windhoek + Departure

Accommodation: none (B at camp)
Meals: B included
Early departure south via Tsumeb, Otavi, Otjiwarongo to Okonjima AfriCat Centre. Enjoy lunch and an informative guided tour of the cheetah and leopard sanctuary. Later transfer to Windhoek, arriving in late afternoon for airport drop‑off or optional city hotel stay (extra cost). Departures conclude our services.