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11 Day Wild Namibia Pioneer (Camping)

11 days
Start and end in Windhoek
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Overland Truck
Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 16
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Windhoek

    Included Activities

    • Windhoek city tour
    Landmarks
    Joe's Beerhouse
  2. Day 2

    Windhoek to Namib Desert

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Private Desert Camp
    • Private Desert Reserve
    Landmarks
    Namib Rand Nature Reserve
  3. Day 3

    Namib Desert

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional sundowner drink)

    Included Activities

    • Open-vehicle desert drive
    • Desert walk
    • Private Desert Reserve
    Landmarks
    Namib Rand Nature Reserve
  4. Day 4

    Sesriem Canyon and Sossusvlei

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Sesriem Canyon
    • Sossusvlei
    • Deadvlei
    • 4x4 transfer into these areas
    • Dune climbing
    Landmarks
    Sesriem Canyon
    Sossusvlei
    Deadvlei
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  5. Days 5 - 6

    Walvis Bay and Swakopmund

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through Namib-Naukluft National Park
    • Swakopmund

    Optional Activities

    • Quad biking - 1hr (N$ 400.00 per person), 90min (N$ 500.00 per person), 2hrs (N$ 600.00 per person) - fully automatic or manual options available
    • Sand boarding - Lie down (N$ 400.00 per person), Stand up (N$ 500.00 per person) - includes transfers, light lunch and safety gear, mornings only, approximately 3-3.5 hours
    • Skydiving with Ground Rush Adventures - N$ 2,100.00 per person, includes handy cam N$ 500.00, extra professional camera man N$ 950.00 (includes 2 DVDs)
    • Living Desert Tours - N$ 600.00 per person, half day tour, mornings only, approximately 5 hours
    • Dolphin Tour with Ocean Adventures - N$ 600.00 per person, includes transfers, light lunch and cold beverages, view Cape Fur Seals, includes complimentary champagne with fresh oysters and snacks
    • Kayaking from Swakopmund to Walvis Bay - N$ 800.00 per person adults (minimum 2 participants), includes scenic ride, lunch, safety gear and transfers
    • Fishing - N$ 1,350.00 per person (boat), N$ 1,500.00 per person (shore), includes transfers, lunch, drinks and equipment
    • Township Tours with Hafeni Tours - N$ 450.00 per person, includes transfers, traditional meal and drinks
    • Sunset Tour - N$ 650.00 per person (minimum 4 participants), includes 90min quad drive, fresh oysters and non-alcoholic champagne at dune top
    Landmarks
    Walvis Bay
    Swakopmund
  6. Day 7

    Skeleton Coast and Brandberg Mountain

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cape Cross seal colony
    • Brandberg White Lady
    Landmarks
    Skeleton Coast
    Cape Cross
    Brandberg Mountain
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  7. Day 8

    Damaraland

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Twyfelfontein
    • Damaraland
    Landmarks
    Twyfelfontein
    Organ Pipes
    Damaraland
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  8. Days 9 - 10

    Etosha National Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • 2 days within the Park
    • Extensive game viewing opportunities
    Landmarks
    Etosha National Park
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  9. Day 11

    Etosha National Park to Windhoek

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive to Windhoek
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    Lorraine

    Asked on September 19th, 2025

    Does your expedition include climbing Brandberg to the actual summit?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten September 2025

      unfortunately, we do not reach the summit of the mountain, we only do a small walk to the Bushman's patinating's and back (hiking fully might take 3 full days, and due to our scheduled tour departure, we are unable to stay there for 3 days).

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    Melanie

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    Is drinking water provided during the tour?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten February 2025

      Drinking water is available on the truck, with sufficient canisters to refill your bottle.

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    Apauline

    Asked on February 4th, 2025

    Can I join the tour after it has started?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten February 2025

      It is possible to join on the second day provided you arrive early to meet the group.

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    Hungili

    Asked on September 25th, 2024

    Is there a single supplement charge for solo travelers?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten September 2024

      Yes, the single supplement is EUR 200 for those traveling alone.

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    Chris

    Asked on August 28th, 2024

    Are airport pickup and drop-off included in the tour package?

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    Mallaury

    Asked on August 25th, 2024

    What should I bring for the camping portion of the trip?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten August 2024

      You will need to bring your own towels and personal effects like sleeping bags, soap, and shampoos.

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    Maria

    Asked on July 20th, 2024

    Do you provide insights about local tribes during the tour?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten July 2024

      Yes, there will be stops and explanations about local tribes, including the Himba.

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    Lourdes

    Asked on March 27th, 2024

    Can I use my credit card for payments during the tour?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten March 2024

      Yes, various card types can be used for payments, but please confirm the details.

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    Alan

    Asked on March 14th, 2024

    During the camping portion of the trip do you sleep on the ground with air mattress or on a cot?

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    Gianna

    Asked on February 25th, 2024

    What is the address of the hotel in Windhoek?

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    • Drifters Adventure ToursOperatorWritten February 2024

      The hotel's address is Corner of Auas and Aviation Road, Windhoek, Namibia.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Namibia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Namibia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Namibia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Namibia. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Namibia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Namibia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Namibia. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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