Duration
10-Day
Damaraland, Namibia
10-Day Discover Namibia Small Group Safari
Overview
Explore Namibia on this 10-day small group tour to Namibia's highlights. Starting from Windhoek, experience the best of the Namib Desert, explore the Skeleton Coast with a range of optional activities, meet the local Himba, Herero & Damara people, and appreciate the vast and remote landscapes of Damaraland before wrapping it up with 2 incredible days of safari through Etosha National Park.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Windhoek to Windhoek
Via Namib Desert, Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Swakopmund (City)
Country & park
Namibia / Damaraland
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
On request
Minimum age
16 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
The Windhoek Luxury Suites - Mid-range hotel in Windhoek (City) – Meals at Own Expense
Meals
Meals at Own Expense; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
NAD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
NAD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Aug 16, 2026
N$82,000 NAD
N$74,000 NAD
Sep 13, 2026
N$82,000 NAD
N$74,000 NAD
Oct 11, 2026
N$82,000 NAD
N$74,000 NAD
Nov 15, 2026
N$82,000 NAD
N$74,000 NAD
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Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 7 people.
This tour is offered in Namibian dollars (NAD).
This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Namibia
Start
Windhoek (Day 1)
Day 2
Namib Desert
Day 3
Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
Day 4-5
Swakopmund (City)
Day 6-7
Damaraland
Day 8-9
Etosha NP
Day 10
Cheetah Conservation Fund (Otjiwarongo)
End
Windhoek (Day 10)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and hotels.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle.
Scheduled departures
This tour starts on fixed start dates only.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
16
Minimum age of 16 years
The minimum age for this tour is 16 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & normal 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
The Windhoek Luxury Suites
Mid-range hotel in Windhoek (City) – Meals at Own Expense
Meals at Own Expense
Day 2
Dead Valley Lodge
Mid-range lodge inside Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Dead Valley Lodge
Mid-range lodge near Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-5
The Delight Swakopmund
Mid-range hotel in Swakopmund (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6-7
Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp
Mid-range tented bush camp inside Damaraland – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
Okaukuejo Resort
Mid-range chalet inside Etosha NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
Onguma Bush Camp
Luxury lodge bordering Etosha NP without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Windhoek
On arrival at Windhoek International Airport, we will be transferred to Windhoek. After checking in to our hotel, we can then head out to get our first taste of the Namibian capital on an optional 3-hour City & Township Tour (time permitting), exploring with a local guide and learning all about the history and the people of Windhoek. Alternatively, we can relax by the pool or take an early dinner (own expense) at any of the nearby excellent restaurants, all within walking distance. Mid-range hotel located in Windhoek (City) Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Destination: Windhoek (City) Stay: The Windhoek Luxury Suites Mid-range hotel located in Windhoek (City) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Day 2
Namib Desert
Enjoy an early breakfast this morning with the rest of our group before we hit the road at 09h00. Our journey today takes us west through to Windhoek, and then south, with our first official stop being in the small town of Rehoboth. From here, we make our way past the Naukluft Mountains and into the Namib Desert. On arrival in the desert, there is time to check into our accommodation and enjoy lunch before some downtime to swim, siesta or just marvel at the stunning views from our camp. Late afternoon, we head out on a short walk to enjoy the sunset at Elim's Dune before dinner. Mid-range lodge located inside Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Namib Desert Stay: Dead Valley Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Sossusvlei
An early start this morning as we head into the heart of the Namib Desert. After a pre-dawn breakfast, we enter the dune field, making our way towards Deadvlei. As we travel, there will be opportunities to take plenty of photos of the dunes as they change colour with the rising sun, before reaching the 4x4 carpark where we continue the adventure on foot. We hike the 1 km across to Dead Vlei, where our guide will explain the history of this fascinating area before allowing us the freedom to explore, take photos, climb Big Daddy (the highest dune in the area) or just enjoy the experience of this serene landscape. From here, we head across to Sossusvlei. Mid-morning, we start to make our way out of the desert, stopping again for photos along the way, aiming to arrive back at camp in time for a well-deserved lunch and siesta or swim. Late afternoon, we visit the nearby Sesriem Canyon. Explore the canyon, climb down and walk along the canyon learning about the geology of the area. Mid-range lodge located near Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Stay: Dead Valley Lodge Mid-range lodge located near Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Swakopmund
After breakfast this morning, we pack our bags and hit the road. Our first official stop today is Solitaire. As the name suggests, this is not a bustling city, but a small settlement now famous with travellers for its apple pie and car collection. After a short stop, we continue our journey towards the coast, making stops at the Tropic of Capricorn, the Gaub Pass, and Kuiseb Canyon, before crossing the desert plains and arriving in Walvis Bay. Here we visit the Walvis Bay Lagoon, an important breeding site and now Ramsar-listed wetland site for aquatic birds, most famously the flamingo. From Walvis Bay, we head north along the coast to Swakopmund, arriving mid-afternoon. Here, our guide will give us a short tour of the town to orient us, then check us into our accommodation in the heart of the city. Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Swakopmund (City) Stay: The Delight Swakopmund Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Free day for optional activities
You have a full day to relax or make the most of it by joining optional activities. These range from adrenaline junkie options for the more adventurous, which include sky diving, sandboarding, quadbiking, sea kayaking, Sandwich Harbour tours, and fat biking tours, to more relaxed options, including a boat cruise, Living Desert tour, township tour, moon landscape tour, fishing, food and drink tours and more. Should you wish to just relax, enjoy a lie in, take a walk through the city or along the beach, and enjoy the quaint little town of Swakopmund. Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Swakopmund (City) Stay: The Delight Swakopmund Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Damaraland
After breakfast, we leave Swakopmund and head north along the famous Skeleton Coast. Our first stop today is the Zeila Shipwreck, the most recent victim of the harsh Benguela current. Our next stop is Cape Cross, home to one of the largest breeding colonies of Cape fur seals in the world. We then continue our journey inland, across the gravel plains of the Namib. Enjoy the changing landscape as we head into Damaraland. As we travel to our camp for the next 2 nights, we will have the opportunity to stop and meet some of the people who call this area home — the Himba, Herero and Damara. These enterprising individuals have created small roadside markets, offering the perfect opportunity not only to buy curios but also to meet and support local people. Arrival at our camp signals the end of a long day on the road and the perfect chance to relax with a drink to enjoy the sunset. Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Damaraland All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Damaraland Stay: Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Damaraland Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Damaraland
Another early start, who said this was a holiday! This morning, we head deeper into Damaraland. Our goal this morning is to head off the beaten track and enjoy a nature drive through the riverbeds, searching for desert elephants. Namibia (just one of 2 countries in the world) is incredibly lucky to be home to these free-roaming elephants that have managed to adapt genetically to survive in these harsh desert landscapes. Please take note that sightings cannot be guaranteed. After our morning drive, we head back into "civilisation" and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Twyfelfontein, home to some of the world's oldest rock etchings. Here, a local guide takes us on a fascinating tour of this art collection, explaining the importance of rock art to the local people, both when it was created and even to this day. Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Damaraland All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Damaraland Stay: Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Damaraland Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Etosha National Park
Our journey today takes us into the world-renowned Etosha National Park. We enter the park via the western Galton gate, and from there, we have a game drive for the full afternoon, all the way through to Okaukuejo, our base for the night. The park itself covers 22,270 square km and gets its name from the salt pan, which makes up approximately 23% of the park. Once a massive lake, the Etosha Pan is now mostly dry, with the exception of good rainfall years when the pan fills up enough to become a breeding ground for flamingos that migrate between Walvis Bay and Sua Pan in Botswana. We enjoy a game drive from the park gate, stopping at some popular (animal) waterholes, before arriving late afternoon at our lodge. Tonight, we can relax by the floodlit waterhole, an excellent chance to view the creatures that prefer to be active during the cool of the night. Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Etosha National Park Stay: Okaukuejo Resort Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Etosha National Park
Today will be devoted to exploring the park and maximising our chances for amazing wildlife sightings. We start with an early breakfast before heading into the park for a full day of game driving. From Okaukuejo, we will drive from waterhole to waterhole (especially in the winter months), as they support a rich diversity of animals. These waterholes are one of the most unique aspects of Etosha National Park, and a major attraction for wildlife photographers and animal behaviour experts, as the different species of animals, both predator and prey alike, can often be captured (on camera) drinking at the same waterhole. We make our way east across the park, checking in at Halali and then Namutoni before exiting the park late afternoon and arriving at Onguma Private Reserve. Luxury lodge bordering Etosha NP without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Etosha National Park Stay: Onguma Bush Camp Luxury lodge bordering Etosha NP without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Final day
After an early breakfast, we head out onto the reserve on our last game drive, this time exploring the Onguma Reserve, which covers 34,000 hectares of Namibian wilderness and is home to numerous plains game, more than 300 bird species, and even 4 of the Big 5. Lions and cheetahs are frequently seen and often heard, and there is a healthy population of black rhinos, leopards, and hyenas, so you never know what we might spot. After our morning drive, we return to camp, have time to freshen up, and then we hit the road. We are heading south today, through Tsumeb, Otavi, and Otjiwarongo, before reaching Okahandja, where, time permitting, we make a short stop at the Wood Carvers Market, an informal market for local craftsmen and a good place to bargain for some last-minute gifts for those you left at home. We aim to arrive back in Windhoek around 17h00 to drop you off at your accommodation. Outbound airport transfers are included from your Windhoek accommodation. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Cheetah Conservation Foundation (Otjiwarongo) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
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
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Windhoek
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Hosea Kutako Airport (WDH - Check price) near Windhoek
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Lark Journeys Namibia
5.0 operator rating
31 reviews
Lark Journeys was started on the simple premise to share the incredible beauty, pristine landscapes and diverse cultures of Namibia with the rest of the world in a manner that enables our guests to depart with a lasting impression and lifelong memories. We are tour operator that specialises in designing personalised, unique journeys to Namibia. Whether you are interested in small group tours with excellent private guides or designing your own unique itinerary, we would be able to assist.
Office In
Namibia
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2012)
Member Of
NTB & ETEA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Namibia
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Fantastic experience through the beauties of Namibia
I knew that Namibia was an exceptional country but what made our trip truly unforgettable was the professionalism and kindness of Claire who, during the organization phase, was able to answer all my doubts and requests, and the friendliness and competence of Abel, our prepared and always available guide/driver. The organization was impeccable, from the transfers to/from the airport to the choice of top-level lodges. Namibia still has so much to offer and I will definitely know who to trust when I decide to return!! (automatic translation from Italian)
Arianna · Italy
Unforgettable experience
Everything was beyond our expectations! Claire was so helpful with planning our last-minute trip to Namibia. She asked the right questions then provided us with some options to choose from. She also tailored some parts of the plan to suit our interests and requests. Our guide, Morne, was very knowledgeable, patient and friendly. His flexibility made our trip memorable. Thank you Lark Journeys for providing us the great opportunity to explore the beauty of Namibia.
Hedieh · Canada
Amazing Week!
We spent three weeks traveling around Southern Africa for our honeymoon, and our week in Namibia with Lark Journeys was far and away our favorite week. Our guide Elvis was so knowledgable and has truly seen every inch of Namibia. All of the accommodations were way beyond our expectations, and they were all lovely to rest in after a long day's drive. If you're planning on visiting Namibia, you won't regret booking with Claire and Lark!
Emily · United States
It has been the best of our experiences with a service like Lark Journeys.
Lark Journeys think of everything from day 1 at the airport to your return. The whole time we felt safe and relaxed as they had everything organized. The service is super punctual, friendly and they are always looking out for you. I recommend it 100%.
Nadia Rodríguez · Spain
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in Namibian dollars (NAD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
The Windhoek Luxury Suites - Mid-range hotel in Windhoek (City) – Meals at Own Expense. Meals: Meals at Own Expense
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Windhoek
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
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Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Lark Journeys Namibia, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Lark Journeys Namibia.
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