Southern Namibia Safari

7 days—Explore Southern Namibia's iconic landscapes, from Fish River Canyon and Lüderitz to Sossusvlei, Swakopmund and the wild horses of the Namib.

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Safari summary

Discover the dramatic landscapes and fascinating history of southern Namibia on this 7-day safari from Windhoek to Swakopmund. Journey through the red dunes of the Kalahari, explore the iconic Quiver Tree Forest and Giant’s Playground, and experience the vast wilderness of Canyon Nature Park and the spectacular Fish River Canyon, one of the largest canyons on Earth.

Continue west into the remote Aus Mountains and the historic Sperrgebiet region, where rugged desert scenery meets a rich mining heritage. Explore the coastal town of Lüderitz, visit the famous ghost town of Kolmanskop, and search for the legendary Wild Horses of the Namib. Along the way, enjoy scenic game drives, beautiful desert landscapes, and opportunities to encounter wildlife such as oryx, springbok, kudu, mountain zebra, ostrich, and black-backed jackal.

The adventure concludes with a journey through the breathtaking NamibRand region to Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei, home to some of the highest sand dunes in the world. After exploring these iconic desert landscapes, travel through the Namib-Naukluft National Park to the charming coastal town of Swakopmund. Combining spectacular scenery, wildlife, history, and some of Namibia’s most famous attractions, this tour offers an unforgettable introduction to the country's southern wilderness.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Namibia
	Parks	Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Namib-Naukluft

Fine details

Safari highlights

Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Windhoek to the Kalahari

Arrive in Namibia and travel south to the Kalahari near Mariental, where red sand dunes and acacia savanna create a spectacular introduction to the country. After settling into your lodge, enjoy an afternoon game drive on a private reserve in search of Springbok, Oryx, Red Hartebeest, Ostrich, Steenbok, Black-backed Jackal, and other desert-adapted wildlife.

Kalahari Anib Lodge

Quiver Tree Forest and Canyon Park

Travel south to Canyon Nature Park, stopping at the iconic Quiver Tree Forest and the remarkable rock formations of Giant’s Playground near Keetmanshoop. After settling into your lodge near Fish River Canyon, enjoy a scenic sun-downer drive through the reserve, searching for Oryx, Springbok, Kudu, Klipspringer and Zebra while learning about the region’s fascinating geology.

Canyon Lodge

Fish River Canyon

Ai-Ais/Richtersveld

Spend the day exploring the spectacular Fish River Canyon, one of Namibia’s most iconic natural wonders and the second-largest canyon in the world. Enjoy breathtaking viewpoints, scenic walks and dramatic landscapes before returning to the lodge for lunch. Later, choose between a game drive or nature walk, ending the day with a memorable canyon sunset and sun-downer.

Canyon Lodge

Sperrgebiet and Aus

Start the day with a spectacular sunrise over the southern Namibian wilderness before travelling west through ever-changing desert landscapes towards Aus. Enter the scenic Tsau //Khaeb National Park (Sperrgebiet), a remote region rich in history and natural beauty. Settle into your lodge in the Aus Mountains and enjoy an afternoon scenic drive with sweeping views across the surrounding plains.

Desert Horse Inn

Lüderitz, Kolmanskop, Wild Horses

Explore the highlights of southern Namibia on a full-day excursion to Lüderitz, the Atlantic coast’s historic harbor town. Visit the famous Diaz Cross, discover the fascinating ghost town of Kolmanskop, and learn about the region’s diamond-mining history. On the return journey, stop at Garub to search for the legendary Wild Horses of the Namib, one of Namibia’s most intriguing desert attractions.

Desert Horse Inn

Aus to Sossusvlei

Namib-Naukluft

Discover the remarkable desert landscapes around Aus, learning about the region’s unique wildlife, plants, geology and history. After lunch, journey north through the breathtaking scenery of the NamibRand region, one of Namibia’s most spectacular wilderness areas. Arrive near Sossusvlei by late afternoon and prepare for the next day’s visit to the world-famous red sand dunes.

Namib Desert Lodge

Sossusvlei to Swakopmund

Namib-Naukluft

Experience the iconic landscapes of Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei, where towering red dunes rise from the heart of the Namib Desert. Visit the famous Dune 45 and enjoy breathtaking desert scenery before traveling through the vast Namib-Naukluft National Park to the coastal town of Swakopmund. This marks the end of your unforgettable Southern Namibia adventure.

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