Mad Max Landscapes
Experience the ultimate seclusion, travelling at your own pace at the wheel of a modern, well equipped 4×4.
Family Self-Drive Adventure
A thrilling adventure crossing Mad Max landscapes from desert to ocean…
This family self-drive adventure, combines the best of Namibia’s dramatic landscapes with two fantastic wildlife reserves.
4WD adventures, big cat tracking, rhino sightings, ancient rock carvings, dolphin cruises, and endless dunes. Safe yet adventurous, with a range of fabulous accommodation options, we wholeheartedly recommend Namibia for a family holiday and have staff members who can chat from personal experience.
Key Highlights of this Itinerary
On The Prowl
Track rehabilitated big cats in Okonjima Nature Reserve, highlighting AfriCat Foundation’s conservation endeavors.
Dune Escapades
Climb giant sand dunes, cross salt pans on fat bikes or explore by 4×4 for a desert rollercoaster experience.
Seal Kayak & Beach Picnic
Kayak in Walvis Bay, home to a playful group of cape fur seals before picnicking on the beach.
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Day 1
Windhoek
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Day 2
Windhoek - Okonjima Nature Reserve
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Day 3
Okonjima Nature Reserve - Etosha National Park
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Days 4-5
Etosha National Park
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Day 6
Etosha National Park - Damaraland
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Day 7
Damaraland
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Day 8
Damaraland - Swakopmund
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Day 9
Swakopmund
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Day 10
Swakopmund - Sossusvlei
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Day 11
Sossusvlei
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Day 12
Sossusvlei - Windhoek
Day 1
Windhoek
Arrive Windhoek and transfer to your accommodation.
Day 2
Windhoek - Okonjima Nature Reserve
Collect your hire car and begin your self drive adventure journeying around two and a half hours north to Okonjima Nature Reserve.
Day 3
Okonjima Nature Reserve - Etosha National Park
Track big cats before continuing north to Etosha, a journey of around two and aa half hours.
Days 4-5
Etosha National Park
Spend two days exploring the area, known for its many waterholes. A haven for elephants, rhino, zebra and lion, these essential water sources are busy throughout the day and night so there is always something to see.
Day 6
Etosha National Park - Damaraland
Drive east for around three hours to Damaraland.
Day 7
Damaraland
Explore the wilderness, with quad biking, horse riding and hiking available as well as the chance to immerse the family in Namibia’s rich cultural tapestry, spending time with some of the country’s oldest communities – the Damara, Himba, and San people.
Day 8
Damaraland - Swakopmund
Drive eastwards to the coastal town of Swakopmund, a journey of around four hours.
Day 9
Swakopmund
Get close to sea lions by kayak, spot dolphins on a boat trip and explore coastal dunes in a 4×4.
Day 10
Swakopmund - Sossusvlei
Continue south for around five hours to Sossusvlei.
Day 11
Sossusvlei
Climb giant sand dunes leaving a trail of footprints behind before dune boarding back down. Cross salt pans on specially designed fat bikes or quad bikes or explore by 4×4 for a desert rollercoaster experience.
Day 12
Sossusvlei - Windhoek
Take a leisurely drive back to Windhoek for onward travel.
More Details
On The Prowl
Big Cats of Okonjima
North of Windhoek lies the carnivore-rich Okonjima Nature Reserve. Home to the AfriCat Foundation, this beautiful area of wilderness is used to rehabilitate orphaned big cats. Track the radio-collared leopards that roam the reserve; follow on foot or in a 4×4, led by expert guides. After dark, quietly make your way to the specially designed hide to await the arrival of the reserve’s nocturnal species, with regular visitors including porcupines, honey badgers and caracals.
Namibia's Big Five
Safari through Etosha
Ongava Reserve, on the southern edge of the vast Etosha National Park is a dry landscape, dotted with waterholes that attract a wide array of thirsty game. Dominated by the dusty Etosha salt pan, the park spreads east and west, through mopane woodland and windswept grasslands. Explore this wonderful expanse – home to lions, leopards, giraffes, elephants, antelopes, ostriches and endangered black rhinos.
Living Desert Cultures
Damaraland
From the dry pans of Etosha, head to the colourful, rock-strewn landscape of Damaraland to stay at the secluded Camp Kipwe – a lodge built amidst weathered red-basalt boulders. Don your walking shoes and join a ranger for the day on the trail of desert elephants, wander amidst the ancient petroglyphs of Twyfelfontein or spend time with some of the country’s oldest communities – the Damara, Himba and San people.
Namibia's big blue
Coastal Activities
Heading southwest, the rust-coloured rocks fade into the yellow sands of the Skeleton Coast. Quad bike the dunes, take a camel ride, sky dive or board a catamaran to discover the marine riches of nearby Walvis Bay – fur seals, dolphins, pelicans and flamingos. Although the sea is normally too cold for swimming, the cooler climate is refreshing after time spent in the desert.
Dune Escapades
Towering Dunes
Your journey ends amongst the iconic dunes of the Namib Desert. These vast waves of colourful sand decorate a truly inhospitable landscape. Visit the picturesque Sossusvlei and the skeletal trees of the parched Dead Vlei. Activities abound in this beautiful sandy wasteland. Dawn balloon rides over the wind-sculpted dunes offer vistas of incomparable beauty, whilst quad biking, horse riding and hiking can also be arranged.
A note on price
This price is based on a family of four, with two children under the age of 12, staying in a family room throughout.
Prices will vary depending on the time of year you are travelling. Prices do not include international flights. Please ask one of our Travel Experts for an accurate quote. Flights purchase through Steppes Travel departing from the UK are ATOL protected.
This Itinerary
Price
From £4,795 Per person
When to travel
Namibia in January
It is the peak of summer, with hot and humid conditions broken most afternoons by thundery downpours. Quiet season with lower visitor numbers and a good time to spot flamingos.
Namibia in February
The wettest month in many parts, especially in the north of the country. Wildlife is spread out so game viewing is not at its best, with plenty of vegetation. There is, however, the chance of spotting newborns.
Namibia in March
The wettest month in many parts, especially in the north of the country. Wildlife is spread out so game viewing is not at its best, with plenty of vegetation. There is, however, the chance of spotting newborns.
Namibia in April
The end of the wet season, with vegetation at its most lush, and cooler temperatures. A fantastic time to enjoy Namibia, with lower visitor numbers, flowers bursting through, and mainly dry weather.
Namibia in May
The beginning of winter. Almost every day is dry now, and water sources are drying up. Therefore wildlife is starting to congregate around water holes, but the landscapes are still colourful and nights aren’t chilly just yet. A great time to visit.
Namibia in June
Namibia’s winter runs from June until September. This is the most popular time to visit, as temperatures during the day are cool and the skies are clear. However, temperatures can drop close to freezing at night, particularly in the south.
Namibia in July
Namibia’s winter runs from June until September. This is the most popular time to visit, as temperatures during the day are cool and the skies are clear. However, temperatures can drop close to freezing at night, particularly in the south.
Namibia in August
Namibia’s winter runs from June until September. This is the most popular time to visit, as temperatures during the day are cool and the skies are clear. However, temperatures can drop close to freezing at night, particularly in the south.
Namibia in September
Namibia’s winter runs from June until September. This is the most popular time to visit, as temperatures during the day are cool and the skies are clear. However, temperatures can drop close to freezing at night, particularly in the south.
Namibia in October
From October to December, temperatures start to rise as summer arrives. In the heat of the day, it can be very hot, but mornings and evenings will still be cool. Showers start to become more frequent, but the weather is still mainly dry for most of the country.
Namibia in November
From October to December, temperatures start to rise as summer arrives. In the heat of the day, it can be very hot, but mornings and evenings will still be cool. Showers start to become more frequent, but the weather is still mainly dry for most of the country.
Namibia in December
From October to December, temperatures start to rise as summer arrives. In the heat of the day, it can be very hot, but mornings and evenings will still be cool. Showers start to become more frequent, but the weather is still mainly dry for most of the country.
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