Namibia Untold
Namibia
The Otherworldly Landscapes of Namibia
Namibia Untold is an evocative overland journey through one of Africa’s most captivating and varied destinations. Travelling in a specially adapted, air-conditioned four-wheel drive vehicle with an expert Ultimate Safaris naturalist guide, you’ll discover Namibia’s immense beauty from a deeply personal perspective. This safari combines authentic wilderness immersion with exceptional comfort, ensuring you experience the country’s vast landscapes, wildlife and conservation stories at their finest.
Your adventure begins at Safari House on the Etosha Heights Private Reserve, where the wildlife-rich savannah bordering Etosha National Park sets the stage for thrilling game drives and unforgettable evenings beneath star-filled skies. Continue south to Camp Doros in the Doros Joint Management Area, a remote wilderness that offers the rare opportunity to track free-roaming black rhino alongside Save the Rhino Trust rangers, as well as search for desert-adapted elephants and other unique species that thrive in this harsh yet breathtaking environment.
The journey then takes you west to Swakopmund, Namibia’s coastal jewel, where the desert meets the Atlantic. Here, you’ll enjoy fresh seafood and the crisp ocean air from your base at Desert Breeze Lodge. Finally, venture into the Namib Tsaris Conservancy to stay at Camp Sossus, a stunning, eco-sensitive retreat perfectly positioned for exploring the towering dunes and ancient pans of Sossusvlei.
This carefully crafted itinerary celebrates Namibia’s diversity—its wide horizons, wildlife encounters, conservation triumphs and unforgettable light. It is an enriching and deeply moving experience for those seeking adventure, authenticity and connection in Africa’s most timeless landscapes.
You will love
- Expert naturalist guiding throughout
- Tracking wild black rhino & elephant
- Dramatic landscapes of Damaraland
- Climbing the dunes of Sossusvlei
- Luxury camps with minimal footprint
- Seaside charm in Swakopmund
Let us design your perfect itinerary.
9 UNFORGETTABLE DAYS
DAY 1 | ETOSHA HEIGHTS PRIVATE RESERVE | 2 NIGHTS – SAFARI HOUSE
Wake at Safari House to the sound of birdsong and the promise of adventure. Today is dedicated to exploring Etosha Heights Private Reserve on morning and afternoon game drives with your local ranger. Search for lion, cheetah, giraffe and both black and white rhino, or spend quiet hours in the hide watching wildlife gather at the waterhole.
Return for a leisurely lunch and an afternoon at the pool before heading out again into the golden light. Night drives offer a chance to spot elusive nocturnal creatures before returning to your private retreat for another evening of fine food and unpretentious Namibian hospitality.
DAY 2 | ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK | 1 NIGHT
Wake to the sound of birdsong and the promise of adventure. Today is dedicated to exploring Etosha Heights Private Reserve on morning and afternoon game drives with your local ranger. Search for lion, cheetah, giraffe and both black and white rhino, or spend quiet hours in the hide watching wildlife gather at the waterhole.
Return for a leisurely lunch and an afternoon at the pool before heading out again into the golden light. Night drives offer a chance to spot elusive nocturnal creatures before returning to your private retreat for another evening of fine food and unpretentious Namibian hospitality.
DAY 3 | DAMARALAND | 3 NIGHTS
After breakfast, journey south-west through open plains and scattered settlements towards Damaraland. This striking region of dramatic mesas, dry riverbeds and glowing desert colours epitomises Namibia’s wilderness spirit. Stop for a “Magic Box” picnic en route and reach Camp Doros by late afternoon, greeted by sweeping views over the Doros Joint Management Area.
Perched on a high riverbank, Camp Doros is an intimate tented camp with an exceptionally light footprint. Relax by the plunge pool or sip sundowners beside the fire as the sky ignites in pinks and purples. Dinner is served al fresco beneath a canopy of stars—a fitting welcome to this wild and remote corner of Namibia.
DAY 4 | DAMARALAND | RHINO TRACKING EXPERIENCE
Today offers one of the most profound wildlife experiences in Africa: tracking the desert-adapted black rhino on foot with experienced local rangers and members of Save the Rhino Trust. Learn about their pioneering conservation work as you follow tracks across rugged terrain in search of these remarkable animals, the only truly free-roaming population of black rhino in Africa.
Return to camp for a freshly prepared lunch and an afternoon at leisure before heading out once more for a gentle nature drive or guided walk. As the sun sets behind Damaraland’s rocky outcrops, you’ll feel the deep connection that defines this untamed landscape.
DAY 5 | DAMARALAND | DESERT-ADAPTED ELEPHANT EXPLORATION
Another day of exploration awaits as you journey through ephemeral river valleys and acacia-dotted plains in search of desert-adapted elephants. These resilient giants have learned to survive in one of the harshest environments on earth, covering vast distances between water sources and feeding on hardy desert flora.
Spend most of the day out with your guide, stopping for a picnic lunch beneath the shade of a mopane tree. Each turn reveals new wonders—from towering geological formations to traces of ancient life etched into the rock. Return to camp for a final evening of storytelling and star gazing in Namibia’s crystal-clear night skies.
DAY 6 | SWAKOPMUND | 1 NIGHT – Desert Breeze Lodge
Depart Damaraland after an early breakfast, travelling south past the dramatic Brandberg Mountain—the highest peak in Namibia—before descending to the Atlantic coast. Arrive in Swakopmund, a charming seaside town where desert dunes roll down to the ocean.
Stay at Desert Breeze Lodge, perched above the Swakop River with sweeping views of the dune sea. Enjoy an evening meal at the renowned Tug Restaurant, sampling fresh local seafood as the sun sets over the Atlantic. The contrast between desert stillness and coastal vitality makes this a refreshing interlude in your journey.
DAY 7 | SOSSUSVLEI | 2 NIGHTS – Camp Sossus
After breakfast, drive south-east through extraordinary desert scenery, crossing the Gaub and Kuiseb Canyons en route to the Namib Tsaris Conservancy, Sossusvlei. A picnic lunch is served along the way, and you arrive at Camp Sossus in the afternoon.
Set within a granite amphitheatre on the edge of the Namib Desert, Camp Sossus is a masterpiece of sustainability and seclusion. Built from recycled materials and powered entirely by solar energy, it blends seamlessly into its environment. Enjoy a cooling dip in the desert pools before dinner beneath the stars, surrounded by the timeless silence of the Namib.
DAY 8 | SOSSUSVLEI & Deadvlei
Rise before dawn to enter Namib Naukluft National Park as the first light paints the dunes in shades of crimson and gold. Climb the towering sands of Sossusvlei and explore the haunting beauty of Deadvlei, where ancient camel thorn trees stand frozen in time against a backdrop of white clay and orange dunes.
After a picnic beneath a camel thorn tree, return to camp for a leisurely afternoon, perhaps enjoying a guided nature walk or another drive within the conservancy. As night falls, settle onto your open-air star bed for a spectacular view of the Milky Way.
DAY 9 | WINDHOEK | DEPARTURE
After a relaxed breakfast, bid farewell to the Namib and begin the journey back to Windhoek. Travel through the highlands of the Khomas Hochland, stopping for a picnic lunch along the way. Arrive in the capital by mid-afternoon for your onward flight or optional overnight stay, bringing your unforgettable Namibian adventure to a close.
NEED TO KNOW
9 days
2026 - from AUD 8,520 pp sharing
Start: Windhoek, Namibia
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Finish: Windhoek, Namibia
Departure Dates – 2026*
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April 3rd – April 11th
- April 24th – May 2nd
- May 15th – May 23rd
- May 22nd – May 30th
- June 12th – June 20th
- June 19th – June 27th
- July 3rd – July 11th
- July 24th – August 1st
- August 21st – August 29th
- September 11th – September 19th
- September 18th – September 26th
- October 2nd – October 10th
- October 23rd – October 31st
* PLEASE NOTE: All dates are subject to availability & departure may not be guaranteed pending booking numbers. Please contact us for current availability on all itineraries
Inclusions
- Accommodation as stated above
- Transportation in a luxury air-conditioned safari vehicle
- All meals
- Services of a registered & experienced naturalist English-speaking safari guide
- Entrance fees & excursions as described in above itinerary
- Mineral water on board the safari vehicle
- Local drinks at meals (this includes water, soft drinks, beers & table wine)
- One Ongava afternoon property drives in open game viewer with lodge guide
- Welcome pack
Exclusions
- International, regional & local flights to Namibia & airport taxes
- Return airport transfers from Windhoek International Airport – Windhoek – Windhoek International Airport
- Pre & post-safari accommodation in Windhoek
- Any entrance fees & excursions not included in the above itinerary such as scenic flights
- All premium & imported wines, champagnes & spirits
- Laundry (laundry service available at lodges at extra cost) – Camp Doros will offer a limited complimentary
- laundry service to assist with a ‘mid-point laundry’ opportunity
- Gratuities
- Items of personal nature (telephone expenses, curios, medicines etc).
- ENTRY VISA FEES
- BANK CHARGES (as per bank or 3.5% commission for VISA/MASTER & 4.5% commission for AMEX).
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