10-Day Namibia Safari: Sossusvlei, Etosha & Swakopmund Highlights
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 days
Fitness Level
Be comfortable with several hours of walking on uneven sand and short steep dune climbs; low-impact daily mobility and baseline cardiovascular fitness recommended.
Overview
Ten days across Namibia’s greatest hits: climb the world’s tallest dunes at Sossusvlei, explore Twyfelfontein’s ancient engravings, and track wildlife at Etosha—all starting from Windhoek. This guided tour balances long drives with lodge comfort and expertly timed game drives.
10-Day Namibia Safari: Sossusvlei, Etosha & Swakopmund Highlights
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Dawn clarifies the world in compressed, desert light as you gather at Windhoek’s truck port—mugs of instant coffee steaming in your hands, the Go2 Traveller vehicle idling like a promise. The road unspools through red Kalahari scrub and fossilized dunes, and by midday the air has that thin, dry feel that seems to sharpen color and sound. This is a tour that trades slow hours for enormous scenes: salt pans white as bone, dunes that rise like geological fists, and waterholes where elephants and springbok meet in the business of survival.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Start early for Sossusvlei
Depart predawn to reach the dune parking before the heat; the climb is easier and light is best for photos.
Layer for temperature swings
Desert days are hot and nights can dip below 10°C—pack a warm mid-layer for evenings.
Hydrate and ration sunscreen
Carry a refillable water bottle and apply high‑SPF sunscreen frequently—the dry air accelerates dehydration and sunburn.
Respect wildlife distances
During game drives stay in the vehicle and follow your guide’s instructions to avoid disturbing animals and to stay safe.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Oryx (gemsbok)
- Desert-adapted elephants (Damaraland)
History
Twyfelfontein holds one of the largest concentrations of petroglyphs in Africa, illustrating spiritual and hunting practices of San peoples over millennia.
Conservation
Etosha and Namib park fees fund anti-poaching and waterhole management; visitors should minimize water use and adhere to vehicle rules to reduce disturbance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Good traction for sand, rocky koppies and lodge walks.
Wide-brim sun hat & sunglasses
Protects against intense sun on open desert drives and dune ascents.
Insulating mid-layer (fleece)
Nights can be cold—bring a warm layer for early-morning game drives and lodge evenings.
winter specific
Refillable 1–2L water bottle with filter or purification tablets
Reliable hydration on long drives and in remote areas where options are limited.
summer specific