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Boulders at the Canyon
The ghost town at Kolmanskop
There is often sand on the road from Aus to Lüderitz

Southern Namibia self-drive explorer

11 days from CAD5,330pp

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Tour highlights

  • Sit on the edge of the Fish River Canyon and enjoy the spectacular views.

  • Explore the diamond ghost town of Kolmanskop.

  • Climb the dunes at Sossusvlei.

Price includes:

  • Fully insured vehicle rental
  • All accommodations
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

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  • On arrival into Windhoek you will be greeted by a driver who will transfer you to your guesthouse in Windhoek. Your car will be dropped off direct to your guesthouse where a representative will also meet you with a welcome pack, cool box, phone and driving directions as well as answer any questions. The rest of the afternoon is then yours at leisure to relax.

    • Christus Kirche, Windhoek
      Christus Kirche, Windhoek
    • The Equestrian statue, Windhoek
      The Equestrian statue, Windhoek
    • Christus Kirche, Windhoek
      Christus Kirche, Windhoek

  • Leaving Windhoek today, start your journey south, driving toward the Southern Kalahari where you will spend the night.

    • Springbok fighting in the Kalahari
      Springbok fighting in the Kalahari
    • Ruppel's khoraan
      Ruppel's khoraan
    • Birds nest are often seen on telegraph poles
      Birds nest are often seen on telegraph poles

  • Today, after breakfast, drive to Fish River Canyon. Arriving at the lodge some time this afternoon you will have the chance to enjoy a sundowner drive or perhaps some walking in the area.

    • Fish River Canyon, Namibia
      Fish River Canyon, Namibia
    • Fish River Canyon, Namibia
      Fish River Canyon, Namibia
    • Fish River Canyon, Namibia
      Fish River Canyon, Namibia

  • Today you will have a full day to explore the dramatic Fish River Canyon. You may like to arrange some hiking down into the canyon with a guide.

    • Boulders at the Canyon
      Boulders at the Canyon
    • Fish River Canyon, Namibia
      Fish River Canyon, Namibia
    • Dry River Bed near the Fish River Canyon
      Dry River Bed near the Fish River Canyon

  • From Fish River Canyon you will drive to the small town of Aus. Close by to your lodge are the wild horses the area is famous for.

    • The Wild Horses at Aus
      The Wild Horses at Aus
    • The wild horses at Aus
      The wild horses at Aus
    • Desert lizard
      Desert lizard

  • Today you can explore Lüderitz and enjoy a tour around the old mining town of Kolmanskop. This is a great area for photography — the houses are the last remaining memory of 'Millionaires Avenue' which are now derelict and filled with sand.

    • Luderitz, Namibia
      Luderitz, Namibia
    • Heavyside's dolphin, Luderitz, Namibia
      Heavyside's dolphin, Luderitz, Namibia
    • Windsurfing in Luderitz, Namibia
      Windsurfing in Luderitz, Namibia

  • You will head north toward the Namib Desert today. On your way to the lodge you will pass through the spectacular NamibRand Nature Reserve where the dunes change from light yellow to rich red.

    • Dunes at Sossusvlei
      Dunes at Sossusvlei
    • Deadvlei pan at Sossusvlei, Namibia
      Deadvlei pan at Sossusvlei, Namibia
    • Sossusvlei, Namibia
      Sossusvlei, Namibia

  • Today you can visit the giant dunes at Sossusvlei and explore the area on foot. Excursions can be arranged through the lodge, or you can drive yourselves to the dunes and then take a shuttle for the remaining distance on the sand.

    • Hot air ballooning at Sossusvlei, Namibia
      Hot air ballooning at Sossusvlei, Namibia
    • Dawn at Sossusvlei
      Dawn at Sossusvlei
    • Sossusvlei, Namibia
      Sossusvlei, Namibia

  • Drive from Sossusvlei north to the Naukluft Mountains. Here you will be able to relax and enjoy some of the self-guided hiking trails in the mountains.

    • Quivertree in the Naukluft Mountains
      Quivertree in the Naukluft Mountains
    • Naukluft Mountains, Namibia
      Naukluft Mountains, Namibia
    • Naukluft Mountains, Namibia
      Naukluft Mountains, Namibia

  • A day to relax and explore the Naukluft Mountains.

    • Oryx in the Naukluft Mountains, Namibia
      Oryx in the Naukluft Mountains, Namibia
    • Quivertree in the Naukluft Mountains
      Quivertree in the Naukluft Mountains
    • The Naukluft Mountains
      The Naukluft Mountains

  • You will drive from the Naukluft Mountains back to Windhoek today to meet your onward flights.

    • The Naukluft Mountains
      The Naukluft Mountains
    • The Naukluft Mountains
      The Naukluft Mountains
    • Quivertree in the Naukluft Mountains
      Quivertree in the Naukluft Mountains

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When to go

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Windhoek
 
Southern Kalahari
 
Fish River Canyon
 
Aus
 
Lüderitz
 
Sossusvlei & Sesriem
 
The Naukluft Mountains
 

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