Duration
11-Day
Etosha National Park, Namibia
11-Day Namibia Classic Northern Circuit Adventure
Overview
This Northern Circuit self-drive tour includes all of Namibia's must-see places. You will start in the capital, Windhoek, and then make your way to the oldest desert in the world, the Namib Desert, with its red sand dunes. After your desert experience, head up north to the German coastal town of Swakopmund before you explore Twyfelfontein's rock art. In Damaraland, search for the desert elephants and then enter Etosha National Park for a few days of safari adventure.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Windhoek to Windhoek (Windhoek)
Via Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Swakopmund (City), Twyfelfontein (Rock Art)
Country & park
Namibia / Etosha National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Activities
game drives & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Olive Grove Guesthouse - Mid-range guest house in Windhoek (City) – Meals at Own Expense
Meals
Meals at Own Expense; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
NAD
Rates
Rates Per Person
NAD
Start datesSingle2+ people
May 1, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
N$56,600 NAD
N$39,450 NAD
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 of all ages.
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 2-3
Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
Day 4-5
Swakopmund (City)
Day 6
Twyfelfontein (Rock Art)
Day 7-9
Etosha NP
Day 10
Okonjima NR
End
Windhoek (Windhoek) (Day 11)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Self-drive tour
Drive a vehicle yourself and travel without a tour guide. Rental vehicle is included.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: self-drive
Getting around: self-drive
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
Olive Grove Guesthouse
Mid-range guest house in Windhoek (City) – Meals at Own Expense
Meals at Own Expense
Day 2-3
Desert Camp
Mid-range self catering accommodation less than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 4-5
Cornerstone Guesthouse
Mid-range guest house in Swakopmund (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 6
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
Mid-range lodge inside Damaraland – Breakfast & Dinner Included
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 7-8
Okaukuejo Resort
Mid-range chalet inside Etosha NP – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 9
Mushara Bush Camp
Mid-range tented camp just outside Etosha NP – Breakfast & Dinner Included
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 10
Okonjima Plains Camp
Luxury lodge inside Okonjima NR – Breakfast & Dinner Included
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 11
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast 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
Touchdown at Windhoek airport, where you will be met and taken to the rental car depot to collect your rental car. Make your way to Olive Grove Guesthouse, where you can settle in and unwind for the night. We recommend Joe's Beerhouse for dinner - booking is essential and can be done online. Mid-range guest house located in Windhoek (City) Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Destination: Windhoek (City) Stay: Olive Grove Guesthouse Mid-range guest house located in Windhoek (City) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Day 2
Windhoek to Sossusvlei
Head down south to Sesriem, the entrance to the Namib Naukluft National Park. As you drive, you will notice a colour change in the surrounding landscape and pass through some beautiful areas. Arrive at Desert Camp, which is situated right at the entrance gate, just in time for dinner. For dinner, you can choose between eating at the nearby Sossusvlei Lodge or receiving a barbecue pack from the Lodge (not included). You are welcome to pre-book this dinner with us for an additional fee. Driving time: ~4.5 hours. Mid-range self catering accommodation located less than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Stay: Desert Camp Mid-range self catering accommodation located less than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
Sossusvlei
Rise early and enter the park at 6 AM in order to spend the cooler hours of the day in Sossusvlei, watching the spectacular colour shift of the dunes as the sun climbs higher in the sky. Once the sun rises, climb up Dune 45 and Big Mama and pay a visit to Deadvlei. On the way back, you can also visit Sesriem Canyon. For the afternoon, relax on your terrace, or book an activity with the adventure centre at Sossusvlei Lodge. Mid-range self catering accommodation located less than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Stay: Desert Camp Mid-range self catering accommodation located less than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
Sossusvlei to Swakopmund
Drive north to your next stop of the trip, the historically German coastal town of Swakopmund. On your way, stop off at Solitaire, which has a fabulous bakery. Drive through ever-changing landscapes - parts of this stretch may look as if someone had rolled out a velvety green carpet on top of the orange sand. You can stop along the way to see some of the up to 1,500-year-old welwitschia plants and the moon-like landscape close to Swakopmund. Take a stroll through town and maybe along the beach, looking out onto the rough and cold Atlantic Ocean. In the evening, go out for a traditional German dinner in town (not included). Driving time: ~5 hours. Mid-range guest house located in Swakopmund (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Swakopmund (City) Stay: Cornerstone Guesthouse Mid-range guest house located in Swakopmund (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 5
Swakopmund
Explore Swakopmund, a breath of fresh sea air in the desert. There are many optional activities to keep you busy, from a leisurely catamaran cruise to view seals and dolphins, or a living desert tour to get a closer look at all the small desert-adapted creatures, to the many adventure activities offered here, such as quad biking, sand boarding, sky diving, etc. (activities not included). Mid-range guest house located in Swakopmund (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Swakopmund (City) Stay: Cornerstone Guesthouse Mid-range guest house located in Swakopmund (City) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 6
Swakopmund to Twyfelfontein
Depart Swakopmund around 8 AM to drive up the Skeleton coast to Cape Cross, where you can have a quick look at the world's largest seal colony, before turning around to drive inland to the Twyfelfontein area. The name "Twyfelfontein" translates to "Doubtful Spring" in Afrikaans, referencing the unreliable nature of the water source in this captivating and historically significant area. Driving time: ~5.5 hours. Mid-range lodge located inside Damaraland Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Twyfelfontein (Rock Art) Stay: Twyfelfontein Country Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Damaraland Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 7
Twyfelfontein to Etosha South
Today, you will enter Etosha National Park through the western Galton Gate and go on your first self-guided game drive all the way to Okaukuejo Camp, where you will spend 2 nights. Spend the afternoons and evenings watching the best waterhole in the country, which is lit up at night. Driving time: ~4 hours. Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Etosha National Park Stay: Okaukuejo Resort Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 8
Etosha South
Etosha National Park is a mesmerising wildlife haven renowned for its expansive salt pan that dominates the landscape. Home to a diverse array of fauna, including elephants, lions, and rhinos, the park offers unparalleled opportunities for safari enthusiasts to witness the beauty of African wildlife in their natural habitat. You can spend as much time as you'd like game driving through Etosha National Park. You can stop off at other camps and picnic spots for meals and breaks. Grab a map and plan your journey. Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Etosha National Park Stay: Okaukuejo Resort Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 9
Etosha South to Etosha East
After breakfast, check out and drive towards the East of the park, along the vast salt pans, an excellent area to find lions. Stretching over 4,800 square kilometers, this colossal salt flat transforms into a surreal, reflective surface during the rainy season, attracting myriad bird species and becoming a temporary home for flamingos. Overnight at Mushara Bush Camp. Driving time: ~3-4 hours. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Etosha NP Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Etosha National Park Stay: Mushara Bush Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Etosha NP Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 10
Etosha East to Okonjima Nature Reserve
Head out on a final early morning game drive in the park before you make your way back down south to Okonjima Plains Camp. You will stay here for 1 night and enjoy a leopard-tracking drive in the afternoon, included in your stay. Driving time: ~4 hours. Luxury lodge located inside Okonjima NR Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Okonjima Private Nature Reserve Stay: Okonjima Plains Camp Luxury lodge located inside Okonjima NR Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 11
Onkonjima Nature Reserve to Windhoek
Enjoy the very last breakfast of your Namibian adventure before driving back to Windhoek. Return your car to the depot and head to the airport by road transfer, where your journey draws to an end. Driving time: ~3.5 hours. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Windhoek Airport (Windhoek) 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
Rental vehicle
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
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
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 of all ages.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Olive Grove Guesthouse - Mid-range guest house 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
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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