- Immerse yourself in wild Namibia, where extraordinary animal encounters await
- Safari in Etosha National Park, with two full days searching for elephants, lions and more
- Admire the world’s highest dunes at sunrise – the most beautiful time to visit
- Step back 2,000 years and see the White Lady rock painting made by San hunter-gatherers
- Track rhinos with the help of an expert local guide
- Camp under the starry Namibian sky, visiting floodlit waterholes where wildlife gathers
Discover Namibia - Camping
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13 Days
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Activity Level
Easy & Moderate
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Experience desert dunes, coastal wilderness and wonderful game viewing in Africa’s most underrated destination
Journey into the wilderness of Namibia, where deep canyons, towering dunes, and dry deserts form a unique and extraordinary adventure destination. See the best of it on this immersive trip: spotting iconic African animals in Etosha National Park, climbing the world’s tallest dunes in Sossusvlei, and enjoying spectacular scenery throughout. We end most nights sleeping under the stars, sharing the land with the animals who rule it and admiring the Milky Way as we relive our day’s adventure together.
Highlights
Key Information
- Accommodation: 4 Classic nights (guesthouses), 8 Simple nights (full-service camping)
- Travel by purpose-built overland truck
- Group normally 4 to 12, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
- Itinerary also available as Discover Namibia - Lodges
- Countries visited: Namibia
What's Included
- All breakfasts, four lunches and five dinners
- All accommodation
- All transport and listed activities
- Tour leader throughout
- Arrival and departure transfers
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Visas or vaccinations
Start
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Monday Sunday
15 Sep 2025 14 Sep 2025
Saturday Saturday
27 Sep 2025 27 Sep 2025
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29 Sep 2025 28 Sep 2025
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11 Oct 2025 11 Oct 2025
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30 Mar 2026 29 Mar 2026
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11 Apr 2026 11 Apr 2026
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11 May 2026 10 May 2026
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23 May 2026 23 May 2026
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27 Jul 2026 26 Jul 2026
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08 Aug 2026 08 Aug 2026
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29 Aug 2026 29 Aug 2026
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07 Sep 2026 06 Sep 2026
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19 Sep 2026 19 Sep 2026
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03 Oct 2026 03 Oct 2026
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24 Oct 2026 24 Oct 2026
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09 Nov 2026 08 Nov 2026
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21 Nov 2026 21 Nov 2026
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12 Apr 2027 11 Apr 2027
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24 Apr 2027 24 Apr 2027
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02 May 2027 01 May 2027
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14 May 2027 14 May 2027
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07 Jun 2027 06 Jun 2027
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19 Jun 2027 19 Jun 2027
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24 Jul 2027 24 Jul 2027
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14 Aug 2027 14 Aug 2027
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28 Aug 2027 28 Aug 2027
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24 Sep 2027 24 Sep 2027
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08 Oct 2027 08 Oct 2027
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22 Oct 2027 22 Oct 2027
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19 Nov 2027 19 Nov 2027
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Itinerary
Windhoek Windhoek
Adventure starts in Windhoek
Begin your adventure at Arebbusch Lodge in Windhoek. Spend the afternoon exploring or relaxing, perhaps taking a dip in the pool or watching the many native birds that swoop overhead.
Around 6pm, say hello to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big Namibian welcome by arranging an optional group dinner (which will be included for all in 2026).
Want more time in Windhoek? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.
Accommodation: Arebbusch Lodge (or similar)
Drive through Namib Nuakluft to Sesriem
Today we head southwest through the spectacular scenery of the Namib-Naukluft Park to Sesriem. This national park, one of the largest in the world, is home to one of the driest and oldest deserts on Earth. It also has towering, jagged rock formations and an incredible lunar landscape, so be prepared for great photo stops.
Driving: 186mi-217mi (300km-350km); seven hours
Accommodation: Sesriem Campsite (or similar)
Sossusvlei and the Namib Carnivore Conservation Centre
Today we spend much of our time in the Namib Desert. Rising early, we catch the tallest dunes in the world in the best light and can climb one as the sun rises. We can then either walk to Hiddenvlei as a group (a round journey of 1hr 45min) or catch a 4×4 transfer (optional extra) to Deadvlei, where ancient acacia trees form an eerie desert scene. If we’re lucky, we may see gemsbok or ostrich among the dunes.
In the afternoon, join a guide to see the cheetahs at the Namib Carnivore Conservation Centre; depending on time, we may go tomorrow morning. We then continue to our next camp approximately one-hour away.
Driving: 124mi (200km); three hours
Accommodation: Solitaire Guest Farm Campsite (or similar)
To Swakopmund via Walvis Bay
We take a long but very scenic drive through the Namib-Naukluft Park to Swakopmund. En route, we visit Walvis Bay for lunch and to see flamingos. Swakopmund is a small German colonial resort town with quaint cake shops and coffee houses and a centre for adrenaline activities.
Driving: 186mi (300km); 5hr 30min
Accommodation: Prost Hotel (or similar)
Free day for optional activities
Today is free to enjoy one of the many optional activities here. On the water, go deep-sea fishing; in the desert, try sandboarding and quad-biking; and in the sky, fly over the skeleton coast. Or spend the day enjoying the fantastic local Viennese-style cakes, walk along the beach or nearby dunes, or just watch the world pass in this town which seems strangely out of place in Africa.
Accommodation: Prost Hotel (or similar)
Meals included: Breakfast
Brandberg
After a relaxing start, we leave the cool breeze of the Atlantic Ocean behind and head inland towards Brandberg, the highest mountain in Namibia, in Damaraland. The Damaraland area is best-known as being home to desert elephants that roam in the Ugab River. Depending on our arrival time, there may be the option of a 4×4 game drive looking for desert elephants.
In the evening, we can normally enjoy spectacular stargazing.
Driving: 149mi (240km); 3hr 30min
Accommodation: Brandberg White Lady Lodge campsite (or similar)
Walk through Valley 45 to the White Lady Painting
We begin our day with a short drive to Brandberg, where we enjoy a walk through a valley for approximately 90 minutes. Along the way, we view beautiful, granite formations and a variety of birdlife. The valley takes us to the White Lady rock painting which, along with several other small paintings and engravings, are thought to have been left by San hunter-gatherers at least 2,000 years ago (please note that if elephants walk into this area then it might be too dangerous to do the walk- in this case we will typically go on a game drive looking for elephants). After, we drive towards the Khorixas area, where we should pass various Himba and Herero women selling crafts from the roadside. We may also spot desert elephants and meerkats on the way.
Driving: 155mi (250km); 4hr 30min
Accommodation: Sophienhof camp (or similar)
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To Etosha National Park
We begin with a short drive to Etosha, a huge national park of mixed forest and grassland centred around a large salt pan. En route, we stop in Outjo for coffee and German pastries.
We arrive around lunch time, allowing plenty of time to enjoy this fabulous wildlife-watching destination.
Driving: 93mi (150km); two hours
Accommodation: Camp(s) in/near Etosha (or similar)
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Two days game viewing in Etosha
Etosha is home to a great variety of species, which are generally easy to find as the animals congregate at different times around the waterholes. Wildebeest, zebras, impalas, springbucks, kudus, elephants, giraffes, lions and even rhinos are all common sights here. Bring plenty of camera memory and patience and you will be rewarded by one of the greatest game spectacles in southern Africa. Etosha is also a good place to spot birds, with plenty of water birds on the lakes (when filled with water), and weaverbirds and hornbills in the trees.
Accommodation: Camp in/near Etosha (or similar)
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Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Day 9) and Breakfast (Day 10)
To Waterberg Plateau/Otjiwa Safari Lodge
2025 departures: Leaving Etosha behind, we head towards the Waterberg Plateau. This 656ft (200m) high plateau topped by bushveld is one of the most fertile areas in Namibia. There are several walking trails, including one leading to a spectacular viewpoint near the top of the plateau. You can also take an optional 4×4 game drive.
Driving: 186mi (300km); five hours
Accommodation: Waterberg Camp (or similar)
2026 departures: Leaving Etosha, we head to Otjiwa Safari Lodge, which is ideally placed for our rhino-tracking tomorrow. Today, you have several optional activities you can join at Otjiwa, including cycling, a night drive, cooking and spa.
Driving: 205mi (330km); 3hr 30min
Accommodation: Otjiwa Safari Lodge – camping (or similar)
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Rhino tracking then onto Windhoek
Start early today to see rhinos up close! We’re led by an expert guide who tracks the rhinos by vehicle; once they’re spotted, we carefully get closer to the rhinos on foot. This is an incredible experience, allowing the group to admire rhinos from a safe distance and learn about rhino conservation and anti-poaching efforts. Later, we head back to Windhoek, stopping at a crafts market on the way.
Drive: 4hr 30min
Accommodation: Arebbusch Lodge (or similar)
End Windhoek
You’ve camped under the Namibian sky, spotted iconic safari animals and seen the largest dunes in the world; but today, the trip ends after breakfast. Spend any free time before your flight relaxing at the accommodation or exploring Windhoek, where there are museums and shops. Alternatively, arrange a township tour of Windhoek or visit the nearby Daan Viljoen game reserve (see Optional Excursions section).
If you’d like to extend your adventure, speak to your sales representative about booking additional nights.
Depart Windhoek
The trip ends after breakfast. Those on the group flights will be taken to the airport in time for their flight home. Free time can be spent relaxing at the accommodation or exploring Windhoek where there are museum and shopping opportunities. Alternatively, a township tour of Windhoek can be arranged and Daan Viljoen game reserve is close by (see Optional Excursions section).
Full-service camping and guesthouses
Namibia is a fantastic destination for camping. The landscapes are grand and unpopulated, wildlife is widespread plus the campsites are clean and well maintained. We spend eight nights full-service camping and four nights in guesthouses. We sleep in spacious, two-person tents fitted with thick foam mattresses. Properties are either well located for our activities or to break up the long drives that are necessary to explore the highlights of Namibia. Below are some of the places we stay.
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Arebbusch Lodge
Our guesthouse in Windhoek is only a 10-minute drive from the city centre yet is spacious with two swimming pools and one of the best pizzerias in the capital. It also has a beautiful garden enlivened with indigenous trees, which provide a habitat for a wealth of birdlife, including black-throated canaries, laughing doves and red-headed finches.
Brandberg White Lady Lodge
Our Brandberg stay is in the middle of nowhere. From the viewpoint at our campsite, you will not see another property, just the ruggedly beautiful landscape of Damaraland and possibly some desert elephants in the distance. There’s a dining area, well-stocked bar, lounge, and two swimming pools.
Camps in/near Etosha National Park
During our time in Etosha, we spend one night at Namutoni, a government-run camp. It is basic, but has a restaurant, swimming pool and bar, plus a flood-lit waterhole where the wildlife regularly stops to drink. We also spend two nights outside the park in Etosha Safari Camp. This is a quirky property themed on a shebeen, a much-loved informal bar with local colour and bric-a-brac feel.
Worth knowing
- Wi-fi is available in several properties but not everywhere, notably it is not available in Sesriem or Etosha.
- All camping equipment is provided except for sleeping bags and pillows.
- Additional game drives may be available at the Etosha site, which can be booked on arrival for an extra cost.
Reviews
Add your own reviewCamping is just the best way to travel through Namibia
We were a small group of 5. The campsites were scenic with tents put up around the shade of a tree, exotic birds in the branches. The tents were roomy for 2 and you could stand up in them. The mattresses comfortable at least 2 inches thick. The facilities a t the sites were always good – hot showers and a pool but usually no Wifi. Just have to get used to low level snoring from other tents! Huge armoured crickets – we loved them.
Most Inspirational Moment
We enjoyed seeing the wildlife but for us the dunes were incredible, the scale and colour at dawn, breath taking. Deadvlei with its skeleton trees, spectacular. The optional excursions at Swakopmond we highly recommend the 2 hour quad biking in the dunes - such fun, and in the afternoon we took a scenic flight - sit on the right side for brilliant view of dunes and wrecks. The walk to see the White Lady rock painting was a small adventure.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ronnie and cook Reuban were an excellent team. Reuban had been cook for the prime minister and cheerfully cooked us delicious meals, catering for every diet. There was always a hand washing station before meals. There were miles and miles of driving through arid and semiarid desert and long days of bumpy gravel roads but we felt Ronnie always drove us safely. and then set up camp for us.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't bother getting a visa in advance as everyone joined the same queue at the airport, no fast track, and everyone filled in the same forms! Be prepared for delays - one of our group was in the queue for 2 1/2 hours ! Waterberg was a great place, it felt like entering Jurassic Park with all its security and gates, but the temp dropped and that drive back down in the open vehicle was freezing! Hats and scarves needed! Craft market on the way back to Windhoek full of bowls and carvings but expect over intense haggling - we preferred to pick up a few souvenirs on the way especially from the Herero women. Taste the best apple pie in the world at Solitaire. Phones can be charged on the truck and also at each campsite there is an electrical point next to the tents.
Namibia done right !
From Desert dunes, Amazing safari’s, gorgeous wildlife viewing and ultimate African sunsets – This trip is spectacular.
Most Inspirational Moment
Dune 45 and Etosha - coupled with the most amazing African sunsets - sublime !
Thoughts on Group Leader
Shane was truly the most accommodating - genuinely looking after the smallest needs of each traveler.
Advice for Potential Travellers
South African Rands are widely accepted. Binoculars are a MUST!
Excellent Namibia camping tour
My trip to Namibia on the camping tour was excellent. Good pre-tour communication and friendly staff when I called. The trip ran according to the itinerary which covered all of the main areas of the country at a comfortable pace. The guide was knowledgeable, great at spotting wildlife, organised and friendly. The tents were good, the sand dunes high and the wildlife fantastic.
Most Inspirational Moment
There were many. Seeing the high sand dunes and Deadvlei, the 2000-9000 year old rock art and the large number of animals in Etosha. We spent over half an hour watching a leopard in a tree next to the road, and saw 3 lions close to our vehicle on the night safari that started to roar to each other before one set off to hunt. I also saw a herd of elephants run to a waterhole whilst trumpeting with a number of young in their number and then watched their interactions as they drank and applied "dusty sun protection" for over an hour. It was also wonderful to see so many animals with young - rhino, zebra, giraffes, springbok etc.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader was excellent, friendly and knowledgeable. He was well organised and ensured that the trip ran efficiently.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I went in June and had sunny weather every day with a dry heat so with a hat and sunscreen it was comfortable. It did get cold some nights and so its worth taking a decent sleeping bag. We all purchased blankets in Windhoek, which ensured that we slept well on a couple of the colder nights and then donated these at the end of the trip. There are some long drives on bumpy roads that can't be avoided, but there was usually something of interest to see out of the window and we did make a number of stops.
Namibia camping
An interesting trip with fantastic landscapes and good wildlife viewing.
Most Inspirational Moment
Watching a Kudo at night following a Cheetah and sending out warning signals to other animals. This was on an optional extra charge game drive
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was professional and friendly. With good knowledge of animals. Some more information on the rock formations etc would have been good. He did not accompany us if we had a specialist guide when at times it would have been useful. He had a difficult time with the other 2 men who were the driver and cook however he tried to keep this from the group.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take good hiking shoes and be fairly fit for this trip
Reply from Exodus
We appreciate your review for this trip, Angela. We are encouraged to view your comments of your tour leader’s professionalism, which has been shared, and that you found the overall trip to be interesting with good wildlife viewing. However, we were regretful to read that you were displeased with some aspects of your trip, especially your arrival transfer. Regrettably, your transfer details were incorrectly added via our system on your Final Joining Instructions, but pulled through correctly on the information sent to our local team, and they, therefore, attempted to meet you upon arrival to provide the service you will have expected. Unfortunately, no one in the Exodus team picked up on this error, meaning that the transfer driver was not aware you were making your own way to the start hotel, and while this is a very rare error, we sincerely apologise that it happened.
As you have mentioned, this is a full-service camping trip, and we are very sorry if you felt pressured in erecting and taking down your tent. Having looked into this, your tour leader advised that the general procedure occurred where groundsheets are opened and all that is required of guests, is to place their bags and mattresses on the ground cover and the local team do the rest. On these trips, it is not uncommon for customers to choose to participate in the camp set up, but this is never expected.
Pertaining to accommodation used in Etosha National Park which is run by the local government; we generally receive better reviews regarding these sites but have recently noticed a trend on more negative feedback regarding the upkeep during the busy month of December. We choose to stay inside the park as it provides better access to the waterholes and, unfortunately, the government have a monopoly over accommodation within the national parks in Namibia. Our local manager has raised this with the park management, though, as I am sure you can appreciate, we have limited influence on government run establishments. That said, we do find that customers enjoy staying in these sites despite the slightly lower standard compared to other accommodation on the tour, given their unique setting.
We were regretful to learn that you found the food to be subpar, the truck to be too cramped and the cook and the driver to be unhelpful; this was naturally concerning, so we asked our local manager to look more closely into it. They have confirmed that the feedback they received from your departure was particularly positive regarding meals and dietary options provided and that further positive comments were made, in general, regarding the driver and that it was a 14 seater truck for a group of 12, which we find reassuring.
We are sorry that you felt some parts of the tour could have been improved, but please be assured your comments have been shared with the local team. Moving forward, we will closely monitor future feedback, and should we receive comments of a similar nature to yours please be assured these will be followed up on accordingly, as it is always our aim for our customer to have the best experience on their trips with us.
– John Penge, Exodus Product Manager
Discover Namibia Camping
Two very exciting weeks discovering the varied landscapes of Namibia, flora, fauna and its peoples.
Most Inspirational Moment
The most inspirational moment was climbing the magnificent red sand dunes before dawn and watching the sunrise.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ronney was a top class group leader. Always cheerful and very well organised. The tour went very smoothly thanks to his personal and people skills. Simply The Best !
Advice for Potential Travellers
For visitors travelling in June/July, be aware that evenings and nights can be very cold. Frosts are not unusual. Pack enough warm clothes for evening , night time and early mornings. The tents are very basic and sleeping mattresses only 5cm thick. No camp beds, no pillows provided. It is however possible to last-minute-upgrade to bedroom-lodges, in some camp sites, for extra comfort. A certain amount of fitness is recommended to take part in the walks and climbs.
A Land of Diversity
Namibia did not disappoint, it is a land of diversity, deserts, small towns, nature, animals, friendly people. Although I dislike camping, it really was the only way to do it, it felt raw as if Namibia was outside my tent. Most of the campsites were okay. There were alot of early starts and long drives but it was the only way to get to places. The stops were interesting along the way.
Most Inspirational Moment
The first waterhole at Etosha Park. There were so many animals to see during the day, a herd of elephants with babies playing in the water giraffes, zebras, so many different types of unglazed. So many different types of birds. Both nights we were there black rhinos came down to drink one had a baby. Naturally during the day we saw more animals, highlight was seeing a pair of lions mating. Wonderful park with so many different areas to enjoy.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Ronny was a super leader. He always had a smile on his face, even when he was asked the same questions. He was very proud of his country and loved to show it. He was so knowledgeable on history of the country. He was able to spot so many different birds even while driving safely. He with his Assistant,Mr Happy organised the camp very well.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take advantaged of the rest stops in hotels. Drink plenty of water walking sandals for the evening. Waterproofs if going in the rainy season. Take moizzie spray. Be prepared for anything. Take old clothes for most of the trip, pack a torch. Don't get stress at the airport in Ethiopia, as there is about 1 hr to catch tge connecting flight.
Fantastic moments
Namibia is a wonderful country, and in our experience full of happy people smiling! There has to be a lot of driving to see the main places, but it’s worth it.
Most Inspirational Moment
The trip to the desert, and to Etosha were magical. Some of us took a 4x4 vehicle over the sand dules which was very much worth the payment. Watching the wildlife come to you att he Okaukueja waterhole was excellent. We wended up having two nights here, and only one at Namutoni. This was good as the latter's waterhole is hardly visible and we never saw animals there.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gabriel was excellent at helping us get the best out of all the activities.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take eye drops for dusty eyes. And a plastic bag for your camera in the desert - if you drop it the iron oxide will damage the electronics. Your clothes will get incredibly dusty, but just accept that! The best place if you want small souvenirs is day 7 after you leave Brandberg - the craft market on the last day was disappointing.
Fantastic moments
Namibia is a wonderful country, and in our experience full of happy people smiling! There has to be a lot of driving to see the main places, but it’s worth it.
Most Inspirational Moment
The trip to the desert, and to Etosha were magical. Some of us took a 4x4 vehicle over the sand dules which was very much worth the payment. Watching the wildlife come to you att he Okaukueja waterhole was excellent. We wended up having two nights here, and only one at Namutoni. This was good as the latter's waterhole is hardly visible and we never saw animals there.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gabriel was excellent at helping us get the best out of all the activities.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take eye drops for dusty eyes. And a plastic bag for your camera in the desert - if you drop it the iron oxide will damage the electronics. Your clothes will get incredibly dusty, but just accept that! The best place if you want small souvenirs is day 7 after you leave Brandberg - the craft market on the last day was disappointing.
Amazing trip
The trip is a good a mix of seeing different destinations in Namibia and finding a lot of wildlife, particular in Etosha. The route is well planned and the long drive have a few stops with some good thought on why you stop there. The optional activities in Swakopmund where good (we did the boat tour and dune bashing, which was excellent)! I would recommend adding it to the main itinerary as it was probably our best day.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the only desert elephants in the world, which is an optional excursion (£17.50), should definitely be included in the itinerary. Sitting at the waterhole in Okaukuejo camp was unbelievable with constant wildlife (giraffes, elephants, rhinos, jackals, zebras, wildebeests etc) there for you to view.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gabriel was a very helpful and kind leader. He was extremely knowledgable about Namibia and all the wildlife it had to offer. He also had a good sense of humour and cooked good meals throughout the tour. The only thing to improve on would be the information on optional tours as we wouldn’t know until a few hours before and the clients would always bring it up. A simple sheet with trips, days and prices would have been perfect.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Ensure you pack good walking shoes and a thick coat/hat in winter as it gets very cold of a night. Food was good throughout and restaurants/cafes were mostly really good. Would be difficult for a vegetarian as most dishes are meat based.
Fantastic trip
This is fantastic holiday, don’t hesitate to book it, this trip has varied landscapes, with the deserts in the south and national parks, with its varied wildlife in the north. There is a lot of long drives involved with this trip, up to 6 hours on some days, but that is part of the experience.
Most Inspirational Moment
There are a number of highlights in this trip, climbing the large sand dunes, feeding ostriches, seeing springboks bounding across the Etosha NP and other animals including Rhino, Zebra, Giraffe, Elephants, because of the rain in the park before we arrived we didn't see many animals around the water holes,
Thoughts on Group Leader
Shane was a great group leader, he was very informative, funny and well organised, he looked after us very well, nothing was to much trouble for for him, this was my 15th trip with exodus, and I think he was the best guide I have had, I would also like to thank Jonas, our cook for the week, he served up some great dishes during our trip, him and Shane worked well together, we had a big downpour of rain while they were packing up the tents, and they did it with a smile and a joke.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for some long drives and early starts, but it is worth it.
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