17-Day Namibia Self-Drive Safari: Desert, Coast & Etosha

Oct 12

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Tour Package

17 Days / 16 Nights

Person Allow

People: 4

Tour Location

Namibia

Discover Namibia with Trip Tours on this 17-day self-drive itinerary. Route: Windhoek – Kalahari – Aus – Fish River Canyon – Sesriem – Swakopmund – Etosha – Windhoek.

Tour Overview

Route: Windhoek – Kalahari – Aus – Fish River Canyon – Sesriem – Swakopmund – Etosha – Windhoek

Duration: 17 days / 16 nights

Included

Accommodation as indicated in the itinerary
Breakfast where indicated

Excluded

Vehicle and transport
Fuel
Travel insurance
Accommodation in Swakopmund (arranged separately)
Excursions
Meals and drinks not specified

Tour Programme

Days 1–2 – Windhoek

Settle into Namibia’s capital and explore city landmarks before your journey begins.

Overnight: Urban Camp

Day 3 – Kalahari

Drive south to the red sands of the Kalahari and relax at your safari tent.

Overnight: Kalahari Anib Camping2Go

Days 4–5 – Aus

Travel to the Aus region, a striking desert landscape and gateway to Lüderitz.

Overnight: Klein-Aus Vista Eagle’s Nest Chalets

Days 6–7 – Fish River Canyon

Continue to southern Namibia and discover the spectacular canyon landscapes and viewpoints.

Overnight: Canyon Village

Days 8–9 – Sesriem and Sossusvlei

Travel to Sesriem and spend time exploring the iconic dunes and scenery of Sossusvlei.

Overnight: Desert Quiver Camp

Days 10–13 – Swakopmund

Enjoy several days beside the Atlantic, with time for coastal sightseeing and optional adventures. Accommodation here is arranged independently.

Overnight: Own arrangement

Days 14–15 – Etosha South

Drive north to Etosha for wildlife viewing and time around the park’s waterholes.

Overnight: Etosha Safari Camping2Go

Day 16 – Windhoek

Return to Windhoek for your final overnight stay.

Overnight: Urban Camp

Day 17 – Departure

Your self-drive itinerary concludes in Windhoek.

Overnight: End of tour

Enquire About This Tour

Contact Trip Tours Namibia for availability, confirmed arrangements and a personalised quotation.

This itinerary is a suggested programme; accommodation, inclusions and activities are subject to confirmation. Any previous individual quotation and travel dates are not advertised as current offers.

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Customer Reviews about Trip Tours Namibia

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Siobhán M

I would highly recommend Trip Tours Namibia. From my first contact with Christine de Bruyn for recommendations to the plan she put together and the fabulous time I had on my first visit to Namibia. I was in the excellent care of Johnny Shiputa from pick up in Windhoek airport. The journey to Swakopmund. The catamaran cruise under the excellent care of Crystal and the Sandwich Harbour tour under the care of Winton. Comfortable, professional and friendly accommodation in Pension à la Mer. Wonderful dinners in Ankerplatz and the Jetty. Day 2 a wonderful tour of Spitzkoppe. Thank you Christine and Johnny for a wonderful experience. I will be back.

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Sam M

Our trip with Trip Tours Namibia to Swakopmund and Windhoek was absolutely exceptional from start to finish. Traveling from South Africa, we were immediately impressed by how well-organised, professional, and welcoming the entire experience was. The team was knowledgeable, friendly, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. The itinerary was perfectly balanced—well planned but never rushed—allowing us to truly appreciate the beauty, culture, and history of Namibia. Swakopmund was a highlight with its unique charm, coastal scenery, and activities, while Windhoek offered great insight into Namibian life and heritage. Accommodation, transport, and logistics were all seamless and of a very high standard. What really stood out was the personal touch and genuine passion the guides have for Namibia. Their local knowledge and attention to detail made the trip both informative and memorable. I highly recommend Trip Tours Namibia to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and unforgettable travel experience. We will definitely be using them again and recommending them to friends and family.

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Alan Mines

Magic experience highly recommend for a self drive expedition in Namibia. Well organised, great service. Christine is helpful and a pleasure to work with, experienced, efficient and reliable and goes that extra mile to help with any issues and make the journey more pleasurable. The only way to go.

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