Duration
9-Day
Etosha National Park, Namibia
9-Day Namibia's Best of North and South Safari
Overview
This 9-day and 8-night accommodated safari is a comprehensive way to experience the Best of Namibia. You'll start by seeking amazing wildlife encounters in Etosha National Park. Beautiful Damaraland will give you a unique ''big sky'' experience. You'll make your way down to the Atlantic Ocean. Reaching the wild and rugged Skeleton Coast. You'll see the crumbling yet beautiful and historic architecture in Luderitz, and visit the eery diamond ghost town at Kolmanskop.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Windhoek to Windhoek (City)
Via Etosha NP, Swakopmund (City), Sesriem (Town)
Country & park
Namibia / Etosha National Park
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
On request
Minimum age
5 years
Activities
game drives & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Halali Resort - Mid-range lodge inside Etosha NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; 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
Jun 30, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Jul 14, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Jul 28, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Aug 25, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Sep 8, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Sep 22, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Oct 6, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Oct 20, 2026
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Mar 2, 2027
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Mar 16, 2027
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 NAD
Mar 30, 2027
N$51,700 NAD
N$48,000 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 4 people.
This tour is offered in Namibian dollars (NAD).
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
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 1-2
Etosha NP
Day 3
Swakopmund (City)
Day 4
Sesriem (Town)
Day 5
Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert)
Day 6-7
Aus (Town)
Day 8
Keetmanshoop (City)
End
Windhoek (City) (Day 9)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and lodges. Guests must assist with camp chores.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 10 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.
5
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: overland safari truck
Getting around: overland safari truck
We can book some international flights, depending on the country of origin and the country being visited, but most of the time we advise clients and they book the flights themselves.
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Halali Resort
Mid-range lodge inside Etosha NP – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Etosha Village Camp
Mid-range lodge just outside Etosha NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Hotel Pension A la Mer
Mid-range hotel in Swakopmund (City) – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 4
Budget camping Sesriem (Town) – All Meals Included
Sesriem (Town) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Budget camping Just outside Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert) – All Meals Included
Just outside Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6-7
Budget camping Aus (Town) – All Meals Included
Aus (Town) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
Quiver Tree Forest Rest Camp
Mid-range guest house near Keetmanshoop (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
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 to Etosha National Park
You will be collected from your accommodation or the airport by 7:00 am and transferred for a short pre-departure meeting. Heading north from Windhoek, you'll stop briefly at the small town of Otjiwarongo to gather supplies before continuing to Etosha. You'll enjoy a light lunch pack whilst “on the move”. You'll enter Etosha National Park and a game drive on your way to your overnight accommodation at Halali Camp. The ‘game show’ in Etosha doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. All the Etosha camps have floodlit waterholes for extra wildlife-viewing opportunities. Driving time: 4-5 hours NOTE: No single supplement will be charged if you are willing to share a tent with another single traveler of the same sex. A sleeping bag and small pillow can be rented for NAD 30 per day. Mid-range lodge located inside Etosha NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Etosha National Park Stay: Halali Resort Mid-range lodge located inside Etosha NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Etosha National Park
You will have the whole day to explore Etosha and we want to make the most of it. The park gates open at sunrise and we aim to be on your way just as the sun breaches the horizon. Early morning is usually a productive time for wildlife viewing and first thing in the morning is a good time to catch big cats returning from the hunt. You'll return to Halali for breakfast and to load your vehicle before heading out into the park once again in search of big animals. Etosha is a desert landscape and water is the most scarce natural resource. There are however numerous waterholes here, both natural and man-made, and your game-driving technique is to take in as many as possible. Here we hope that the game will come to you as the thirsty animals attend for a much-needed drink. On your way today, you will stop to have a closer look at the Etosha Pan. You'll exit Etosha close to sunset and it is just a short drive to your accommodation. Mid-range lodge located just outside Etosha NP All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Etosha National Park Stay: Etosha Village Camp Mid-range lodge located just outside Etosha NP Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 3
Etosha National Park to Swakopmund
After breakfast, we aim to be on the road by 7:30 today. You'll head for the Skeleton Coast via the scenic route. South on the main road, passing the town of Outjo, then onward towards the west and picking up the gravel road as you travel through Damaraland. You'll also have a chance to meet some of the locals where we can find informal shops selling locally made souvenirs. You'll continue your journey west and soon arrive at the coast and the chilly Atlantic Ocean. The whole coastline of Namibia is known as the Skeleton Coast. It is easy to see why this barren seaboard is so named with its forbidding mountains and barren beaches. Heading south on the coast road your next stop is a more recent shipwreck. You'll complete the final leg of your journey into Swakopmund. You'll check into your accommodation. Swakopmund boasts some truly excellent restaurants and your guide will be able to help you with recommendations and bookings. Driving time: 5-6 hours. Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City) Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Swakopmund (City) Stay: Hotel Pension A la Mer Mid-range hotel located in Swakopmund (City) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
Swakopmund to Sesriem
Making the most of your time at the coast, you'll leave Swakopmund at 11:30 am, giving you plenty of time to wander around town. Alternatively, there are optional activities available this morning. You'll head east into the desert. You'll cross the Namib gravel plains. Then, you'll have two mountain passes to traverse this afternoon. You'll climb up from the banks of the river and over the pass, traveling through the mountain peaks and on to the second, smaller canyon of the Gaub River, a tributary of the Kuiseb. You'll emerge from the mountains onto a flat road and almost immediately cross the Tropic of Capricorn at 23.5 degrees. There is a signpost at this auspicious spot and stop for photos. For today, your destination is the gateway to the dunes and Sossusvlei at Sesriem. You'll make your campsite under a huge, ancient camelthorn tree from where you can, in anticipation of your day tomorrow, glimpse the towering red dunes of the world’s oldest desert. Driving time: 5 hours. All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Sesriem (Town) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 5
Sossusvlei
Sunrise in the dunes is the name of the game and that means a pre-dawn start. Your first stop will be at Dune 45, so named because it is 45 km from Sesriem. The best time to photograph the dunes is around sunrise and sunset. There is a 4x4 shuttle service that will transport you through the sandy terrain of the riverbed. You'll have time to explore the area on foot and to climb one of the highest dunes in the world, some towering 300 m above you, the views are breathtaking and justly famous. You'll drive back to Sesriem for lunch and perhaps a dip in the swimming pool. In the afternoon, you'll take a short excursion to see the Sesriem Canyon. In the late afternoon, there is one further option with which to close our time in the world’s oldest desert. A short drive will take you to Elim Dune, for the best golden light before sunset. From here, if you would like to, it is a relatively short walk back, through the desert, to our camp. Just outside Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Namib-Naukluft National Park (Namib Desert) Stay: Budget camping Just outside Namib-Naukluft NP (Namib Desert) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 6
Sesriem to Aus
You'll have a scenic drive through the ever-changing desert, mountains, and open grassland. You'll continue your long drive south and your destination is Aus, located in the Aus Mountains above the plains of the Namib Desert. Aus was formally the site of a prisoner-of-war camp set up by the South African army to house German prisoners during the Second World War. Your actual destination today is Klein Aus Vista located just outside Aus and just inside the private Gondwana Sperrgebiet Rand Park. We aim to arrive in the early afternoon and set up camp, giving you time to stretch your legs on the unguided hiking trails on the property. The landscape is wide open vistas and we are hoping for a spectacular sunset. Driving time: 5 hours. All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Aus (Town) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 7
Kolmanskop and Luderitz
You'll start early and travel through grasslands and wide open desert scenery on your drive toward the ocean. Desert-adapted horses run wild in this area and you need to keep a good look out for them. We are en route to the ghost town of Kolmanskop. You'll stop at Kolmanskop for a guided tour and the opportunity to photograph this unique and interesting site. On departure, you'll quickly cover the last few kilometers to Luderitz itself, well known for its unique and colorful colonial-style buildings. You'll drive out onto the Luderitz peninsula and enjoy the scenery on the way to the historical monument at Diaz Point. As at Cape Cross, the first sign of European interest in this land was from the Portuguese, and in this case, it was the navigator Bartolomeu Diaz who landed here in 1487. You'll head back to your accommodation at Klein Aus Vista, taking a second opportunity to see the desert horses and arriving in time for a sundowner. Driving time: 3 hours return. All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Aus (Town) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 8
Aus to Keetmanshoop
A long drive today but you'll take advantage of the tar road for the first part of the morning. You'll head east but soon turn south again to complete your traverse of Namibia’s southern region. Your first main stop this morning will be the incredible Fish River Canyon located in the /Ai-/Ais Richtersveldt Transfrontier National Park. You'll enter the park at the Hobas gate and from there, it is only a short drive to the main lookout point over the Fish River Canyon. It is hard to leave such an impressive sight but you'll journey onwards, turning your heads once again to the north as the canyon marks the end of the southern leg of your trip. You'll be en route to Keetmanshoop, the main commercial and political center of Namibia’s south. A short stop here and then on to your overnight camp at the Quiver Tree Forrest. This is the last night of your safari and time to reflect on your amazing adventure as you sit around the campfire one last time. Driving time: 6 hours. Mid-range guest house located near Keetmanshoop (City) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Keetmanshoop (City) Stay: Quiver Tree Forest Rest Camp Mid-range guest house located near Keetmanshoop (City) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 9
Keetmanshoop to Windhoek
Today you will head back to Windhoek. Namibia is so rich in interesting things that it is impossible to drive for any great distance without passing places of interest and there are several worth mentioning along the way today. Still heading ever north your journey today takes you through the small centers of Mariental and Rehoboth. You will stop along the road today for a light lunch. We aim to be back in Windhoek in the late afternoon. You will be dropped off at your accommodation within the Windhoek City limits or the airport. Driving time: ~5 hours We recommend that departure flights are not scheduled for today. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Windhoek (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) 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)
Camping equipment
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)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
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)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Windhoek
We can book some international flights, depending on the country of origin and the country being visited, but most of the time we advise clients and they book the flights themselves.
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
Indigo Safaris
4.9 operator rating
213 reviews
Indigo Safaris are experts in bespoke travel in Africa. We know every place we sell, having lived in Southern & Eastern Africa, and having travelled extensively in the countries we promote. With team members in SA, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Tanzania, the UK, & the USA, we only work with the best, tried and tested local suppliers, and sell at the same rate, or less, as if you contacted them directly. We visit suppliers regularly to maintain delivery standards and find new locations for your adventures
Offices In
United Kingdom, United States, Seychelles, South Africa
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2009)
Member Of
ASTA, APTA, FGASA & DEMA
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Botswana, Comoros, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Halali Resort - Mid-range lodge inside Etosha NP – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
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
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Indigo Safaris, 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 Indigo Safaris.
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