DAY 1: WINDHOEK > SOSSUSVLEI
Arrival into Windhoek International in the morning, where you will be met by your English Speaking Guide (ESG) and transfer (390km/5h30) by road to Sossusvlei. – flights must arrive before 09:00 am.The Namib is the world’s oldest desert, and although it stretches along the entire length of Namibia’s coastline, the Namib commonly refers to the vast sea of sand from Luderitz to Swakopmund. For a big sandy desert the scenery is remarkably varied, with the giant red dunes of Sossusvlei being the most famous part.Because of how old it is the Namib is home to numerous species that don’t occur elsewhere and although no humans live in the desert an amazing array of flora and fauna manages to survive here. Famous species include the Welwitschia – a living fossil plant, endemic chameleons, fur seals along the coast, brown hyenas, jackals and remarkably one of Africa’s largest antelope the Gemsbok. The name Namib is of Nama origin and means "vast place" and vast it certainly is.Arrival to your lodge in the afternoon.Dinner at the lodge.

DAY 2: SOSSUSVLEI
Meet your ESG and depart on to Namib Naukluft National Park Entering the Park gates at sunrise to capture the dunes whilst the light is soft and shadows accentuate their towering shapes and curves. This area boasts some of the highest free-standing sand dunes in the world. Your guide will give you an insight on the formation of the Namib Desert and its myriad of fascinating creatures and plants that have adapted to survive these harsh environs. Once you have explored the area to your hearts content you can enjoy a relaxing picnic breakfast under the shade of a camel thorn tree. Return to the lodge in the early afternoon for a late lunch, stopping off to view Sesriem Canyon if you haven’t already done so the day before. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure (from experience, this is usually welcomed after an exhilarating morning in the dunes) or you could have a nature walk with your safari guide.Dinner at the lodge

DAY 3: SOSSUSVLEI > SWAKOPMUND
Breakfast at the hotel.After breakfast meet your ESG and transfer (380km/4h30) northwest to Swakopmund through awesome and ever changing desert landscapes of the Namib Naukluft National Park, including the impressive Gaub and Kuiseb canyons. You meet the coast at the port town of Walvis Bay, where you have the option to visit the lagoon to see the interesting mix of pelicans, flamingos and other sea-birds.Lunch at the hotel.Dinner at Tug Restaurant (seafood)

DAY 4: SWAKOPMUND
Breakfast at the hotel.After breakfast meet your ESG and transfer to Walvis Bay to enjoy the Walvis Bay Dolphin & Seal Cruise, also offering visitors the chance to experience the region’s natural beauty and phenomenal bird life.You depart from the Walvis Bay Yacht Club and cruise into the beautiful and sheltered bay area, which holds more splendour than can at first be seen – a shipwreck, lighthouse, oyster platforms, different bird species, seals and an abundance of marine life are just some of the attractions. The Catamaran will move alongside oyster platforms where your guide will share more information with you about Walvis Bay’s own cultivated oysters, delicacies which you will later get to taste. The journey proceeds to the ever-growing Pelican Point to achieve a closer look at the lighthouse and resident seal colony. The old supply railway spoors can still be seen from the years when the lighthouse was occupied by the coast guards. Moving around the point, three different types of dolphins may be encountered, namely the Heaviside/Benguela Dolphins which are the most notable as they are endemic to the coast of Namibia, Dusky Dolphins and Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. Sightings of the Mola Mola (Sunfish) and the Leatherback Turtles also keep you on the lookout. All this can be experienced whilst comfortably relaxing in the saloon, on the trampolines, or on deck, and enjoying a glass of sparkling wine and delicious snacks.12:30 Light Lunch. Return to Swakopmund for an afternoon at leisure at your hotel or in town to explore the shops, cafés, museums and wander along the waterfront on foot. Dinner at the hotel

DAY 5: SWAKOPMUND > DAMARALAND
Breakfast at the hotel.Meet your ESG and transfer by road to Damaraland .The road takes you north and east into the wonderful and diverse region of Damaraland. You pass Namibia’s highest mountain, the Brandberg which peaks at 2,573 m above sea level, and take time to view game and absorb the vastness of the scenery along the way.Damaraland is typified by displays of colour, magnificent table topped mountains, rock formations and bizarre-looking vegetation. The present day landscape has been formed by the erosion of wind, water and geological forces which have formed rolling hills, dunes, gravel plains and ancient river terraces. It is the variety and loneliness of the area as well as the scenic splendour which will reward and astound you, giving one an authentic understanding of the word 'wilderness'.The rest of the afternoon can be spent on a guided excursion to visit the rock engravings at Twyfelfontein (a World Heritage Site). You return to Camp just before sunset with time to freshen up before dinner and have a sundowner drink.Dinner is at the lodge

DAY 6: DAMARALAND
Breakfast at the hotel.Meet Your ESG and depart on your 4x4 excursion along the ephemeral Aba Huab River valley to explore this remarkable region and to search for game, including the elusive desert adapted elephants if they are in the area. Damaraland is home to a variety of desert adapted wildlife and hidden desert treasures. Picnic lunch will be enjoyed tracking the elephants and this afternoon you may take a walk with your guide into the local area around Camp, visit the Twyfelfontein rock engravings this afternoon if you were not able to do this after your arrival the previous day or relax and enjoy some well-deserved leisure time.Lunch at the lodge .Dinner is at the lodge

DAY 7: DAMARALAND > ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Breakfast at the lodge.After an early breakfast you will depart and head towards Etosha National Park, Travelling via the towns of Khorixas and Outjo to the Ongava Game Reserve which borders onto Etosha National Park, taking time to view game and absorb the vastness of the scenery along the way. Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch and freshen up before visiting Etosha National Park for your game drive. Returning to the lodge in the late afternoon in time for a sundowner drink before dinner.Dinner at the lodge

DAY 8: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
After an early breakfast depart on a full day game drive in Etosha National ParkGame drive through Etosha National Park searching for predators, plains game, reptiles & birds. Game drives are conducted in custom built safari vehicles with a pop-up roof and large opening windows to maximize photographic opportunities.Depending on the time of year, these game drives take many different routes, but most often focus around the waterholes where you are most likely to see a variety of wildlife taking the chance to get a drink and swim.Lunch stop in Halali. Meet your ESG and transfer to the Eastern Etosha Boundary
Dinner at the lodge

DAY 9: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK > CAPRIVI STRIP
Breakfast at the lodge.Meet your ESG and transfer northwest into the relatively lush riverine environments of Namibia. As you begin to enter the north-western Kavango and Caprivi Regions you will observe the striking contrast of this wetter environment to the arid landscapes that typify the rest of the country. Arrive at the lodge in the afternoon and then have the option to take part in a sundowner boat excursion on the Okavango River if that appeals at own cost.Dinner at the lodge

DAY 10: KAVANGO > KWANDO RIVER (CAPRIVI STRIP)
Breakfast at the lodge.Meet your ESG and head east towards the Caprivi Strip and the Zambezi region of Namibia. The road then takes you across to the town of Bagani through Bwabwata National Park on the Kwando River near Kongola. Arrive in time for lunch and afterwards enjoy a game drive in the Mudumu National Park.Mudumu National Park is home to a wide variety of game and birdlife, however much of the game in this region is migratory, so game viewing opportunities can vary accordingly. The area is magical regardless, with fascinating vegetation such as sausage trees, African wattles, rain trees and the riverfront lined with papyrus and phragmites. Birding is also a highlight in this area.Dinner at the lodge

DAY 11: KWANDO RIVER > CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Breakfast at the lodge.Today you will be leaving Namibia, crossing border to Botswana, Chobe National Park. (cross border)You will continue east across the Caprivi region, driving via the administrative capital of Katima Mulilo and crossing the border back into Botswana at Ngoma Bridge. Just beyond the border you will enter Chobe National Park and game drive your way through the Park to reach the town of Kasane. This is a small but busy town situated along a hillside on the eastern boundary of Chobe National Park, with lovely views over the Chobe River and flood plains. From Kasane passing the Kazungula border posts on your way to the lodgeLunch at the lodge.In the afternoon depart you’re your game drive in Chobe National park.The Chobe National Park is home to largest population of elephants in the world, with the population numbering approximately 85 000. In addition to these majestic giants, there is also an abundance of wildlife. Dinner at the lodge.

DAY 12: CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Breakfast at the lodge.Meet your ESG and depart on your morning boat cruise on the Chobe River for excellent game viewingBirdlife is prolific from a variety of raptors, geese and ducks to flocks of yellow-billed and open billed storks; and game that may be seen includes hippo, crocodile, red lechwe, waterbuck, reedbuck, the rare puku antelope (this is the only place in southern Africa where puku occur), giraffe, impala, lion, buffalo, and an amazing number of elephant that are attracted to the river’s edge for their daily afternoon drink and bathe. Return to the Lodge in the late afternoon for lunch and some leisure time. Later this afternoon on another fascinating game driving in an open game-viewing vehicle within Chobe National Park, exploring along sandy tracks within the wooded interior and along the lush riverfront in the hope of spotting some of the many inhabitants of this wonderful Park.Dinner at the lodge

DAY 13: CHOBE NATIONAL PARK > KASANE > DEPART
Breakfast at the lodge.If time allows, you go out for a last memorable guided activity before you will be transferred by the lodge to Kasane International Airport for your departing international flight

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