Self drive through Namibia's dunes, coast & Etosha's game parks at your own pace. Enjoy a carefully planned itinerary with handpicked lodges.
Day by day
The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.
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Day 1 Windhoek ( 1 night )
Your Namibia Self Drive Tour begins on arrival in Windhoek, where a representative from the car rental company will meet you at the airport and transfer you to their offices to complete the vehicle collection and rental formalities. -
Day 2 Day 2 & 3: Sossusvlei ( 2 nights )
Today, continue your Namibia Safari tour and head south into the spectacular Namib Desert, where you'll spend the next two nights. The drive takes approximately five hours, but the journey is part of the adventure, with breathtaking scenery accompanying you along the way. -
Day 3 Day 4 & 5: Swakopmund ( 2 nights )
Today, you'll drive north on a scenic five-hour journey, experiencing yet another side of Namibia's incredible landscapes. Watch as towering mountains and endless red sand dunes gradually give way to open plains before reaching the cool, misty coastline and the charming town of Swakopmund, where… -
Day 4 Day 6 & 7: Damaraland ( 2 nights )
Today, you'll leave the coastline behind and journey inland to the rugged landscapes of Damaraland, one of Namibia's most fascinating regions. On the way: Drive north along the remote coastline into Skeleton Coast National Park, then head east and exit through the Springbok Water Gate. -
Day 8 Etosha National Park - South ( 1 night )
Today, continue to Etosha National Park, with a scenic drive through the remarkable landscapes of Damaraland. The journey to Anderssons Gate, the park's southern entrance, takes approximately three hours. On the way: Today's drive is relatively short, so only a few stops are needed along the route. -
Day 6 Day 9 & 10: Etosha National Park - East ( 2 nights )
Today's journey takes you across Etosha National Park to your next lodge on the park's eastern side. The drive is a scenic self-drive safari through one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations and typically takes around two hours, although you'll likely spend longer as you stop frequently for… -
Day 11 Windhoek - Final Departure
Today marks the end of your Namibia Self Drive Tour as you return to Windhoek. The drive takes approximately six hours on well-maintained paved roads, allowing plenty of time to reach the city for your onward flight or an overnight stay.
What this holiday includes
Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.
Included
7- 10 nights' accommodation
- Meals as specified (details available on request)
- Rental vehicle throughout your self-drive tour
- Meet-and-greet service on arrival
- Airport transfers
- 24/7 in-country support
- Comprehensive travel pack including a detailed itinerary, maps, route notes, booking vouchers, contact information, and useful travel tips
Not included
6- International airfare
- Personal travel insurance
- Visa fees and visa application costs
- Optional activities and excursions
- Fuel costs
- National park entry fees
Prices
Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.
| Occupancy | 1st January – 30th June 2026 – Low Season | 1st July – 31st December 2026 – High Season |
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| 2 Guests - per person sharing | USD 2,800 | USD 3,200 |
| 4 Guests - per person sharing | USD 2,400 | USD 2,500 |
| Single Supplement | USD 800 | USD 700 |
| Occupancy | 1st January – 30th June 2026 – Low Season | 1st July – 31st December 2026 – High Season |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Guests - per person sharing | USD 7,100 | USD 7,500 |
| 4 Guests - per person sharing | USD 6,500 | USD 6,900 |
| Single Supplement | USD 2,400 | USD 2,500 |
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