Self-Drive & Fly-In Safari
Classic Namibia Combo
The Classic Namibia Combo is a 9-day, 8-night itinerary that combines self-drive and fly-in safari experiences. Starting in Windhoek, the journey includes wildlife encounters in Etosha, exploring ancient rock engravings in Twyfelfontein, and enjoying the coastal charm of Swakopmund. The adventure continues with a fly-in safari to the NamibRand Nature Reserve, featuring the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon, before concluding with scenic flights back to Windhoek. This itinerary offers the perfect blend of flexibility and luxury for an unforgettable Namibian adventure.
Overview
The Classic Namibia Combo is a 9-day, 8-night adventure that combines self-drive and fly-in safari experiences. Start in Greater Windhoek at Na’an ku se Lodge, then drive to Etosha South for game drives in Etosha National Park. Continue to Twyfelfontein to explore ancient rock engravings and geological wonders, and then head to Swakopmund for a coastal stay.
Transition to a fly-in safari with a private charter flight to the NamibRand Nature Reserve, staying at We Kebi Safari Lodge to explore Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon. Conclude with scenic flights back to Windhoek, blending self-drive flexibility with luxurious private flights for an unforgettable Namibian adventure.
Includes
Prices include VAT (15%)
Unlimited kilometres
Collision and theft protection
All standard vehicle accessories
Prices are calculated per day
Tyre and windscreen insurance depending on the area travelled
GPS navigation system
Second spare wheel
24/7 assistance
Airport transfer
Cooler box or electronic fridge
Mobile phone
Vehicle GPS tracker
Additional driver
Passenger liability
Excludes
International flights.
Meals and beverages not specified.
Travel and Medical insurance.
Visa services.
T&C's
General terms and conditions of Desert Africa Safaris apply.
All bookings and accommodation offered are subject to availability.
Additional requests can be booked through Desert Africa Safaris.
Price includes VAT and tourism levy where applicable.
A deposit of 25% of the total amount is payable for reserving or securing the booking.
All activities and flights are dependent on weather conditions.
Aircraft
Cessna 210
Cruising Speed: 280km/hr
Cruising Altitude: 10 000 feet
Maximum Range: 1380km
Seating Configuration: 4 Passengers; 1 Crew
Luggage
- Standard checked luggage allowance – 15 to 20 kg per passenger.
- The final luggage allowance per person is subject to the total body weight of all passengers, the number of passengers, the distance flying between destinations and the type of airstrip used for landing.
- Each flight and aircraft luggage allowance is individually calculated and amended according to the above-mentioned factors. ONLY SOFT BAGS PERMITTED.
Map & Route
Route Map
Distance Table
Destination | Travel Time |
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Windhoek to Etosha | 4h 5min |
Etosha to Camp Kipwe | 3h 45min |
Camp Kipwe to Swakopmund | 4h 15min |
Swakopmund to Sossusvlei with (scenic flight) | 1h 30min |
Sossusvlei to Windhoek | 1h 00min |
Day 1
Windhoek Area
On arrival in Windhoek, pick up your rental car and drive to Na’an ku se Lodge. Settle in and enjoy activities such as the cheetah experience or a full carnivore feeding tour. This is your introduction to Namibia’s wildlife and conservation efforts.
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Cheetah Experience
Habituated cheetahs have lost their fear of humans – a fear that is crucial in elevating their survival chances in the wild. For this reason, some of the magnificent spotted sprinters at N/a’an ku sê need to remain in captivity, having come to the sanctuary from various conflict situations at very young ages, requiring dedicated care to ensure their survival. At N/a’an ku sê we fully nurture and encourage their natural behaviour, captivity resembling the life of their wild counterparts as closely as possible. Enjoy time with our habituated big cats, in the hands of an experienced and knowledgeable guide. Simply not to be missed!
Caracal Experience
This optional activity allows you Take a walk with habituated caracal and our guides. During this walk you will get to see how these animals behave in the wild, stalking birds and small mammals as they regain their natural instincts and hone their hunting skills. You will also experience the serenity of the Namibian veld and no doubt be accompanied by a wide variety of bird species.
Rhino Feeding
Another optional activity Put your hat on, pull up those sleeves and jump on the back of the bakkie. We are going to feed the rhinos! Get on the back of the bakkie and drive to the shed, load your own lucerne bail, about 6-8 bails will be loaded & continue to the feeding spot. Watch while feeding takes place, about 11-13 rhinos will be fed at once.
Meerkat Experience
Take the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enter N/a’an ku sê’s very own “Meerkat Manor”, and spend a magical two hours witnessing the delightful antics of the bushveldt’s most beloved residents. Meerkats are early risers, emerging from their dens from approximately 6.15AM. Hence you will be met at the main lodge building and then it’s off to enter a madcap meerkat world on N/a’an ku sê’s picturesque reserve.
Day 2 & 3
Etosha
Located just south of the boundary of Etosha National Park in northwestern Namibia. The area is comprised of a collection of world class private game reserves. The national park can be accessed via the southern entrance at Andersson’s Gate. Visitors can catch a glimpse of a variety of wildlife including: lion, giraffe, elephant, white and black rhino, and a multitude of plains game. Popular activities include: enjoying an open 4×4 safari with an expert guide, half day or full day drives with the option of a picnic lunch with wine on the full day game drive.
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Guided Walk
an optional guided bushwalk offers you in-depth information about the fauna and especially the flora of the region. Experiencing the bush on foot, tracking antelopes and birdlife and gaining insights into the traditional medicinal use of the local plants is something that you cannot experience on a vehicle.
Day 4 & 5
Twyfelfontein
Set in the Kunene Region of northwestern Namibia, Twyfelfontein is a spectacularly scenic area, featuring one of the largest and most important concentrations of rock art in Africa. The name ‘Twyfelfontein’ translates to ‘Fountain of Doubt’, which refers to the perennial spring situated in the impressive Huab Valley flanked by the slopes of a sandstone table mountain. It was this spring that attracted Stone Age hunters over six thousand years ago, and it was during this time that the extensive group of rock engravings and paintings were produced. Visitors can look forward to basing themselves at some wonderfully shady campsites along the Aba-Huab riverbed, while exploring over thirty different sacred ritual sites of the traditional hunter-gatherer communities.
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Guided Nature Drive
Explore this ancient and arid landscape with your guide on the Nature Drive. Departing early in the morning, the guide will show you that this harsh, dry environment is alive with desert-adapted flora and fauna, and perhaps, if lucky, discover the desert-adapted elephant.
Twyfelfontein, Burnt Mountain and Organ Pipes Excursion
Departing mid-afternoon your guide will take you to explore this diverse landscape of ancient Damaraland, filled with geological wonders and other surprises.
Learn about the fascinating geological formations of Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes, and discover Namibia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Twyfelfontein – known for being one of the largest and oldest collections of San rock art engravings in the world!
Day 6 & 7
Swakopmund
Set along Namibia’s spectacularly scenic coast, the seaside town of Swakopmund is known for its wide-open avenues, colonial architecture, and its surrounding otherworldly desert terrain. Founded in 1892 as the main harbour for German South-West Africa, Swakopmund is often described as being more German than Germany. Now a seaside resort town, Swakopmund is the capital of the Skeleton Coast tourism area and has plenty to keep visitors happy. The quirky mix of German and Namibian influences, adventure options, laid-back atmosphere and cool sea breeze make it a very popular Namibian destination. Visitors can look forward to a number of exciting activities including: quad biking, horse riding, paragliding, fishing, sightseeing and fascinating desert tours.
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Sandboarding
Desert Explorers offer a range of activities in the desert, including lie-down or stand-up sandboarding. No experience is needed for either and six different slopes are included in the lie-down option. Speeds of up to 80km/h can be reached for the maximum adrenaline buzz. Stand-up sand boarding is snowboarding with a difference. Two slopes are on offer with various runs on either. This awesome full morning outing is guaranteed to get the adrenaline pumping.
Quad Biking
1 Hour Tour is a guided tour which covers 20km of the Swakopmund sand dunes.
Catamaran Charters
The Catamaran Charters Team invites you aboard the 45ft Royal Cape Sailing Catamaran Silverwind, or the 60ft Simon Sailing Catamaran Silversand, or the 40ft Admiral Motorised Catamaran Silvermoon, to enjoy an adventure packed tour to Pelican Point and Walvis Bay’s beautiful bay area.
The chances of encountering dolphins, whales, turtles, seals and Mola Mola (sunfish) make the search for the marine big 5 and adventurous tour by enjoying sparkling wine, fresh oysters and other mouth-watering snacks aboard the spacious and comfortable catamarans.
Day 7 & 8
Namib Rand Nature Reserve
Transfer to Swakopmund Airport for a private charter flight to the NamibRand Nature Reserve. Check in to We Kebi Safari Lodge and begin exploring the stunning desert landscapes.
Spanning an area of 172,200 hectares and encompassing four distinct ecosystems, the NamibRand Reserve of southern Namibia is among the largest privately owned game parks in Southern Africa. Founded to conserve the unique environment and wildlife species of the Namib Desert, the park’s mix of dunes, mountains, rocky outcrops, sandy flats, and gravel plains provides habitats for a diversity of mammals, including hyenas, jackals, foxes, antelopes, and various wild cats. A plethora of bird species, reptiles, insects, and frogs also have their home here, alongside an array of plant species. Discover the mysterious ‘fairy circles’, unexplained bare patches in the sand, or enjoy a night of sublime stargazing – having been named Africa’s first International Dark Sky Reserve, it is one of the least light-polluted areas in the world.
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Sossusvlei & Seriem Canyon Excursion
Situated in the oldest desert in the world, Sossusvlei can truly be called the gem of Namib. Sporting some of the highest dunes in the world, incredible scenery and unique wildlife, this is a destination not to be missed. By prior arrangement, We Kebi can take visitors on a day trip to visit Sossusvlei. During the visit, travellers can enjoy climbing the vast dunes and walking to Dead Vlei for breathtaking scenery. Brunch is served in the dunes after a desert adventure. After Sossusvlei, visitors will head to the Sesriem Canyon. Visitors should take their cameras along, as these areas are spectacularly photogenic. The park gate is 60km from We Kebi and then 60km inside the park to get to the vlei.
Day 9
Windhoek
Check out from We Kebi Safari Lodge and transfer to the airstrip for a charter flight to Keetmanshoop Airport, then a private flight back to Windhoek’s Hosea Kutako International Airport. Reflect on your incredible journey through Namibia’s diverse landscapes and rich wildlife.
This Classic Namibia Combo provides a perfect balance of self-drive freedom and fly-in convenience, ensuring a comprehensive and luxurious exploration of Namibia’s most iconic destinations.