Etosha & Swakopmund Accommodated Safari – Namibia (4 Days / 3 Nights)
Departing from Windhoek every Tuesday, this short safari offers a perfect snapshot of Namibia’s top highlights.
Experience incredible wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park, famous for its vast salt pan and busy waterholes where elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, and many other species gather. Travel through the dramatic landscapes of Damaraland, known for its big skies, granite mountains, desert-adapted wildlife, and encounters with local Himba, Herero, and Damara communities.
Continue west past Brandberg Mountain to the wild Skeleton Coast, then arrive in the coastal town of Swakopmund, where adventure meets relaxation. Visit Walvis Bay Lagoon, home to large flocks of flamingos, before returning to Windhoek.
Trip Highlights:
• Etosha National Park wildlife safaris
• The vast Etosha salt pan
• Scenic Damaraland landscapes & cultural encounters
• Skeleton Coast drive
• Swakopmund coastal experience
• Flamingos at Walvis Bay Lagoon
Transport in a safari vehicle with air conditioning and charging ports
Professional English-speaking guide
3 nights’ accommodation
Meals: Breakfast x3, Lunch x4, Dinner x2
National Park entry fees
Half-day game drive in Etosha in the Chameleon Safaris vehicle
Full-day game drive in an open game viewer
Visit to Walvis Bay Lagoon
Pick-up & drop-off at accommodation within Windhoek city limits
Shared airport shuttles to and from Windhoek International Airport (HKIA)
Tap water
Additional Information
Destinations: Etosha National Park & Swakopmund
Starts: Windhoek
Ends: Windhoek
Departure Day: Tuesdays
Pick-up Information:
Pick-up from accommodation in Windhoek starts at 07:00 on the morning of departure.
Other Information:
• Tours are booked on a twin-share basis
• A single supplement is available for solo travellers who prefer a private room
Morning:
Pick-up from your Windhoek accommodation at 07:00, followed by a short briefing at Chameleon Safaris HQ.
Depart northward through Namibia’s savannah landscapes.
Midday:
Brief stop in Otjiwarongo for last-minute supplies.
Light packed lunch en route.
Afternoon – Wildlife Introduction:
Enter Etosha National Park, Namibia’s premier wildlife destination covering over 22,000 km².
Embark on your first game drive, stopping at key waterholes where animals come to drink. Expect sightings of elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, giraffes, antelope, and numerous bird species.
Settle into your lodge before sunset, giving you time to relax and explore the surroundings.
Evening – Optional Wildlife Viewing:
Enjoy dinner at the lodge.
Optional visit to the floodlit waterholes near your lodge to observe nocturnal wildlife, including elephants and black rhinos. Etosha’s waterholes are particularly active after dark.
Accommodation: Twin-share, en-suite (Okaukuejo or Halali Resort)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Early Morning:
Breakfast at the lodge.
Depart early in an open safari vehicle for a full day exploring Etosha. Early mornings are prime time for spotting predators returning from their hunts, as well as active herbivores at waterholes.
Wildlife & Pan Exploration:
Visit multiple waterholes to observe interactions between predators and prey.
Stop to admire the Etosha Pan, a 4,700 km² white salt pan, nicknamed the “Great White Space.” Its vast expanse is both striking and unique, forming a desert-like habitat that attracts wildlife from all directions.
Late Afternoon:
Exit Etosha via Anderson Gate near sunset.
Short drive to your nearby accommodation. Enjoy the tranquil setting, with opportunities for evening relaxation and wildlife observation near the lodge.
Evening:
Dinner at the lodge, sharing stories of your Etosha encounters.
Accommodation: Twin-share, en-suite (Etosha Village or Etosha Okutala Lodge)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early Morning Departure:
Breakfast at the lodge; depart around 07:30 for a scenic drive to the Skeleton Coast.
Damaraland Highlights:
Travel through Damaraland, known for its majestic mountains, pink granite koppies, and vast open plains.
Opportunity to meet local Himba, Herero, and Damara communities at roadside craft stalls. Interacting and purchasing handicrafts supports local livelihoods.
Midday – Picnic Lunch & Brandberg:
Picnic lunch under the shadow of Brandberg Mountain, Namibia’s highest peak at 2,573 m, famed for its pink granite formations and desert-adapted wildlife.
Afternoon – Skeleton Coast:
Continue west to the Skeleton Coast, renowned for its rugged beaches, shipwrecks, and desolate beauty.
Stop at Zeila Shipwreck near Henties Bay for photography and to explore the dramatic coastline.
Evening – Arrival in Swakopmund:
Check into Hotel A La Mer, centrally located for easy exploration.
Swakopmund offers German colonial architecture, cafes, and restaurants, with your guide available to provide local recommendations.
Accommodation: Twin-share, en-suite (Hotel A La Mer)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Morning – Leisure in Swakopmund:
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and free time to explore the town’s shops, bookstores, and cafés.
Late Morning – Walvis Bay Lagoon:
Short drive south to Walvis Bay Lagoon, a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance, renowned for its abundant birdlife, including flocks of lesser and greater flamingos.
Observe the flamingos feeding on plankton and tiny organisms, providing a unique wildlife photography opportunity.
Afternoon – Return to Windhoek:
Drive back to Windhoek via the main tar road.
Light lunch en route.
Arrival in Windhoek and drop-off at your accommodation, concluding the safari.
Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
The Etosha & Swakopmund Accommodated Safari combines wildlife experiences in Etosha National Park with coastal adventures in Swakopmund, offering a unique mix of safari and ocean scenery.
During game drives in Etosha National Park, guests may see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, springbok, wildebeest, rhinos, and a variety of bird species around the park’s famous waterholes.
In Swakopmund, travellers can enjoy activities such as desert dune tours, sandboarding, quad biking, dolphin cruises, scenic flights, and exploring the charming coastal town.
Yes. This safari is perfect for first-time visitors because it combines Namibia’s top highlights: wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park and coastal exploration in Swakopmund.
The best wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park is from May to October during the dry season, when animals gather around waterholes. Swakopmund’s coastal climate makes it enjoyable year-round.
From$1,560.00
From$1,560.00
(0 reviews)
From$2,860.00
(0 reviews)
From$9,566.00
(0 reviews)
From$220.00
(0 reviews)
From$3,535.00
Don't just get there, get there in style.
Top Destination
Information
Follow Us
Payment channels
