For meals not included, allow approximately 250-350 Namibian dollars (US$15-US$20) per person for dinner and 250 Namibian dollars (US$15) for lunch. Meals are in restaurants or at the lodges.

Meat plays a big part in Namibian cuisine. However, lodges
estaurants can cater for vegetarians if notified in advance. Please let us know before departure if you have any dietary requests.

Join expert rangers for ethically guided rhino tracking on foot. Begin by vehicle to locate fresh spoor, then approach carefully as your specialist tracker reads wind, terrain and behaviour to keep a respectful distance.

Gain rare insight into horned heavyweights and the people protecting them. Discuss anti-poaching strategies, habitat needs and community partnerships that anchor long-term conservation—a profound encounter that prioritises animal welfare and guest safety.

Venture out after dark for a night drive, sweeping the veld with spotlights to find nocturnal wildlife. Listen for rustles and calls as your guide’s trained eye picks out movement in the inky bush.

This optional experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Expect a different cast of characters—perhaps springhares, genets or bat-eared foxes—and learn how eyesight, hearing and stealth define the spotlight search after sunset.

Trace the sinuous ridge of Dune 45 for sunrise perspectives before walking the bleached clay basin of Deadvlei, where ancient camel thorn skeletons stand against apricot sand walls. Your guide paces the effort and reveals the geology of the Namib-Naukluft National Park.

Gaze up at Big Daddy, among the region’s tallest dunes, and feel the fine-grained quartz underfoot. The silence, stark contrasts and wind-carved forms make this one of Africa’s most photogenic desert amphitheatres.

Explore the red-sand plains on an afternoon outing in an open safari vehicle, scanning for oryx, springbok and other desert-adapted wildlife. Guides share how life persists in the planet’s oldest desert as the sinking sun softens the dune edges.

Pause for a classic sundowner with wide views towards Elim Dune and the Naukluft ramparts. The shifting palette—from rose-gold to umber—pairs with cooling desert air, a serene prelude to an evening by the waterhole and star-pricked skies.

Visit the Namib Carnivore Conservation Centre near Solitaire to learn how scientists and rangers safeguard Namibia’s big predators. Hear first-hand about conflict mitigation, collaring and monitoring, and rehabilitation practices.

Observe from responsible distances as staff discuss care for rescued cheetahs and efforts to secure habitat corridors. Understand how research, rehabilitation and education combine to keep carnivores on the landscape while supporting pastoral communities.

Enter Etosha National Park as the light turns honeyed, when predators stir and herbivores move between waterholes. Elevated vehicles offer open views for photography while your driver–guide interprets tracks and behaviour.

Watch giraffe silhouettes stride across the horizon and listen for calls that ripple through acacia scrub towards the great Etosha Pan. The golden light and long shadows heighten every sighting, from quietly grazing antelope to prowling lion.

Dine al fresco at a lantern-lit table for a traditional bush dinner, with the scents of acacia and woodsmoke in the air. Courses of fresh, locally sourced fare pair naturally with the stillness of the savannah night.

Afterwards, tilt your gaze skyward for guided stargazing. Under some of the darkest skies on Earth, the Milky Way spills overhead and the Southern Cross anchors the southern horizon—an awe-rich close to the evening.

Spend an unhurried day traversing Etosha National Park, linking key waterholes that attract elephants, zebra, giraffe and lion. The open-sided vehicle and expert spotter enhance viewing angles and photo opportunities.

Gain perspective on the ecosystem shaped by the park’s vast salt pan, watching dust-plumed herds and birdlife gather as the sun arcs overhead. Learn to read subtle cues—ears flicking, tails swishing—as your team tracks wildlife across changing habitats.

Traverse Etosha from savannah grasslands to mopane woodland on a purposeful game-viewing drive towards the park’s eastern reaches. Keep watch for elephants, ostrich and plains game moving between shade and open flats.

As the road skirts the shimmering margins of the Etosha Pan, your guide interprets how soil, vegetation and seasonal water shape wildlife movement. Approaching the eastern gate, landscapes soften into pockets rich with birdlife and browsing antelope.

Head into the acacia-dotted plains surrounding Okapuka Safari Lodge for a relaxed sunset game drive. Giraffe, antelope and abundant birdlife animate the golden grass as afternoon melts into evening.

Absorb the hush of open savannah while your guide shares insights into species interactions and seasonal rhythms. It’s a fitting finale: warm light, long views and unhurried time with Namibia’s classic wildlife close to Windhoek.

Cruise the sheltered lagoon of Walvis Bay in search of playful bottlenose dolphins, curious Cape fur seals and swooping pelicans. Coastal breezes, gull calls and shifting light make this a refreshing contrast to the desert interior.

This optional dolphin and seal cruise is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Guides share stories of the harbour’s natural history, seabird behaviour and the unique nutrient-rich waters that feed Namibia’s Atlantic coast.

Take to the air for sweeping views of the Skeleton Coast and Namib Desert, where ribboned dunes meet roaring surf. From above, dunes form sinuous patterns and the ocean reveals seals, surf lines and estuaries.

This optional experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Trace a shipwreck-dotted shoreline and witness the dramatic meeting of dunes and ocean, capturing a geological story that unfolds over millions of wind-sculpted years.

Ride into the dune belt outside Swakopmund for an adrenaline-tinged blend of quad biking and sandboarding. Feel the engine’s hum and the hiss of sand as you crest ridges and carve smooth, ochre slopes.

This optional outing is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Guides brief you on technique and dune safety, revealing how wind, slope angle and granule size shape the Swakopmund dunes you traverse.

Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class celebrating traditional Namibian recipes. Prepare hearty, flavour-forward dishes under friendly guidance, from spice blends to open-flame techniques.

This optional experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Taste what you create and discuss culinary influences—from indigenous staples to German heritage—while exploring the region’s local ingredients and seasonal produce.

Join a respectful township visit to engage with everyday life beyond the lodges. Stroll past homes and stalls, meeting artisans and tasting snacks while your guide interprets customs and community dynamics.

This optional experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour. Explore local markets, learn about community initiatives and gain a grounded sense of daily life—an authentic cultural counterpoint to Namibia’s grand wilderness.

Meet your fellow travellers and meet your Tour Director over a hosted welcome dinner in Windhoek, where European-influenced avenues meet contemporary African energy. Settle into the journey ahead as you share expectations and questions in a relaxed setting with your expert guide.

Savour a welcome dinner featuring Namibian flavours—think grilled game and fresh produce—while hearing practical tips on culture, wildlife and desert travel. The city’s blend of Christuskirche spires and Independence Avenue bustle frames an atmospheric first taste of Namibia’s hospitality.