Example trip

Together on an adventure: the ultimate family trip through Namibia!

Highlights

Bike and boat safaris, water activities, safari, authentic encounters, road trips, hiking, and camping.

Location

Namibia

Budget

from € 2.500,- p.p. excl. flight tickets

16 days in Namibia with children

Get ready for an unforgettable road trip with the whole family through the epic landscapes of Namibia!

This trip offers the perfect pace for both young and old. We have deliberately kept the driving distances shorter, leaving plenty of time along the way for both adventure and relaxation. From spectacular red sand dunes to the wildlife of the north, you will experience Namibia’s most beautiful highlights together. Climb the world famous dunes at Sossusvlei, kayak among playful seals in Swakopmund, search for the Big Five during exciting safaris in Damaraland and Etosha National Park, and end your journey with beautiful walks across the green Waterberg Plateau.

Do you have more time and prefer to travel at an even more relaxed pace? Perhaps you have three full weeks available? Fantastic! This trip can easily be extended. This allows us to create even shorter travel times, leaving plenty of time for amazing family activities. Think sandboarding down the red dunes, exploring the surroundings together, or simply relaxing by the lodge pool!

Why this is the ideal family trip

  • A relaxed travel pace: Shorter drives mean fewer hours of hearing “Are we there yet?” from the back seat.
  • Action and education: From spotting wild animals to playing on the highest sand dunes in the world.
  • Completely tailor made: Easily extend the trip to three weeks for even more action or some extra days to relax.

 

16 days in Namibia

Day 1

Windhoek

Welcome to Namibia! The journey begins in the capital, Windhoek. To be honest, Windhoek isn’t particularly noteworthy, except for the Katutura City Tour, which we highly recommend. Katutura is the area where you’ll experience the real Africa. After that, the road trip can't start soon enough. You'll get a sturdy 4x4 vehicle, allowing you to travel without worry, though it does require some preparation. Check our self-drive page for more details, and perhaps take the Isabis 4x4 trail at the start of your trip to get familiar with the beast. You'll sleep comfortably in authentic lodges or in the car's rooftop tent—how cool!

Day 2 - 3

Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei, the world’s oldest desert, surrounded by the highest dunes on Earth, promises an unforgettable Namibian experience. The iconic Dune 45 and Deadvlei, with its 700-year-old black trees in a white clay pan, mesmerise visitors with a blend of mystery and beauty. An early start reveals the magic of the golden hour as you walk across the dunes, and in the evening, you're rewarded with a sky full of bright stars. Namibia's vast orange dune landscape invites capturing stunning moments, making every traveller fall in love with this surreal landscape.

One enormous adventure playground for children: climbing sand dunes, searching for tracks across the clay pan and then racing all the way back down the dunes!

Day 4

Namib-Naukluft

Meet the legend of the desert, a true tough character with a lifetime of experience in the desert, which he considers his backyard. He lives here with his wife in pure simplicity, and that’s exactly what you can expect during this experience. This rather unique man walks barefoot every day, feeling at one with nature. He has lived in the desert his entire life and has found his happiness here—he is a content man! During the tour, you'll stop at various locations for explanations about the area and learn more about the dunes, the desert, the animals, the fauna, the water, desert agriculture, the Bushmen, and much more!

A magical encounter where children not only learn how extraordinary nature is, but also discover how to search for tracks like real wildlife explorers!

Day 5 - 6

Swakopmund

Swakopmund, a charming mix of sea and desert, welcomes travellers with German flair and countless activities. Explore the local cuisine and architecture, while the beach and sea invite swimming and sunbathing. The Jetty Pier offers a picturesque view, and stocking up on supplies is essential for further adventures. This 'activity paradise' offers a range of activities, from quad biking to skydiving and scenic flights over the Skeleton Coast. Don’t forget to explore the kayak experience and desert tour, where you might even spot 'the little five.' Swakopmund promises a refreshing and unforgettable Namibian experience!

In short, this is the absolute highlight for active families. Enjoy the thrill of quad biking, encounters with curious seals and, for those extending their trip, an endless choice of fantastic family activities such as sandboarding, fat biking, horse riding and much more!

Day 7

Spitzkoppe

Spitzkoppe, which rises a staggering 1,728 metres above the ground, is a striking landmark in the Namibian landscape. The granite of the Spitzkoppe mountain range is over 700 million years old. Comprising several large, distinctive peaks that rise from various parts of the landscape, the main peak is known as Gross Spitzkoppe. The mountain’s characteristic shape has earned it the nickname the Matterhorn of Namibia. The area is a paradise for hikers and climbers, and the view from the top is an incredible reward for the effort required to climb the rock to reach it.

For children and teenagers, this enormous rocky landscape is one big natural climbing playground. They can scramble across the pink granite rocks, discover secret passageways and enjoy a magical sunset together with the whole family!

Day 8 - 9

Damaraland

In the rugged landscape of Brandberg and Twyfelfontein, with its impressive rock formations and towering mountains, both humans and animals have made a home amidst challenging conditions. The 'Desert Elephants and Rhinos' and the local people have thrived here for years, seemingly in the middle of nowhere. This area is remarkable not only for its bizarre landscape but also for the resilience of its inhabitants. Today, you have a full day to explore the desolate Damaraland, with activities ranging from rhino tracking to cultural tours, allowing every visitor to enjoy the fascinating mix of nature and human life.

A magical place for both young and old, where children become real trackers as they join the guide in search of the unique desert elephants and discover thousands of years old rock paintings created by the San people!

Day 10 - 12

Etosha National Park

Welcome to Etosha National Park, a vast wildlife reserve that is home to an impressive variety of animals, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes. The park is renowned for its abundance of waterholes, where animals gather to drink, offering breathtaking sightings. The expansive Etosha Salt Pan, a dried-up lake, provides a unique landscape where elephants cover themselves with the white clay as sunscreen—a phenomenon that can only be seen here. There are various activities to enjoy, such as sundowner drives and night safaris, where you explore the bush and search for predators hunting under the cover of night. Etosha is a must-see for any wildlife enthusiast!

For families, this is the ultimate safari experience. Children can search for lions and giraffes through their binoculars from the comfort of their own seat and see the famous ghost elephants, which cover themselves in pale dust to protect their skin from the sun!

Day 13 - 14

Waterberg National Park

Waterberg Plateau National Park offers a serene setting with beautiful red mountains that glow at sunset, perfect for a sundowner. Explore the designated hiking trails for an intimate experience in nature. With a guide as your companion, you'll learn about the surroundings and conquer the Waterberg, where the massive plateau provides breathtaking views over the Kalahari plains. At the top, enjoy a refreshing sundowner as the sun sets and the stars emerge. This moment of calm, amidst adventure, is a highlight of your Namibian journey, where ultimate relaxation blends with natural beauty.

The perfect moment of relaxation for the whole family just before the end of the trip. Children can explore the walking trails like real expedition leaders, before you all look back on your incredible adventures together while enjoying a well deserved drink!

Day 15

Okonjima Nature Reserve

Okonjima Nature Reserve is home to the AfriCat Foundation, where numerous predators, particularly cheetahs, are rehabilitated before being released back into the wild. Many of these animals became orphans at an early age or were removed from the wild, and thus lack the necessary skills to survive on their own. The advantage of a conservancy over a regular national park is that not only will you spot wildlife, but you'll also have the opportunity to learn a great deal about them. The guides at these parks are incredibly dedicated to these animals and can tell you everything you’ve ever wanted to know about wildlife! David Attenborough has nothing on them!

A fantastic and educational experience for the whole family, where children come face to face with impressive predators, learn how the rangers protect them and feel like real wildlife experts for the day!

Day 16

Departure

Everything comes to an end, including this wonderful adventure. Fully rested, you pack your bags to get on the plane home. With a nice healthy colour on your cheeks, you board the plane. With your eyes closed and your seat reclined, you relive the cool adventures of the past few days. Full of inspiration and with an overdose of wonderful memories, you return home. Unspoilt nature, lush wildlife, inspiring people & vibrant cities. You now have plenty of stories to tell family and friends later by the fire. An adventure over, but a new set of experiences richer.

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