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8-Day Luxury Namibia Thrilling Tour

8 Days

This 8-Day Luxury Namibia Thrilling Tour is a beautifully balanced journey that blends wildlife encounters, desert adventure, and coastal charm. The adventure begins with immersive game drives in Etosha National Park, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries, where vast salt pans and waterholes attract elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, and an array of birdlife. Each day offers rewarding safari moments and unforgettable scenes of nature in its raw, untamed form.

From Etosha, the journey continues toward Namibia’s dramatic Atlantic coast, arriving in the laid-back town of Swakopmund. Here, the highlight is an optional hot air balloon safari at a fee, where you gently float above sweeping desert landscapes at sunrise, taking in panoramic views of rolling dunes and endless horizons — a truly magical and peaceful experience.

The tour is perfectly rounded off with a visit to Walvis Bay, renowned for its calm lagoon and rich marine life. Enjoy scenic coastal views, encounter flamingos and other seabirds, and soak in the refreshing ocean atmosphere before concluding this thrilling yet relaxed Namibian adventure.

This 8-Day Luxury Namibia Thrilling Tour itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a mix of classic safari experiences, unique aerial adventure, and serene coastal exploration, all wrapped into one unforgettable journey through Namibia.

Cost per person:

Starting from: $7400 (Luxury Accommodation) per person based on two travelers sharing

 1 Person2 People3 People4 People5 People6 People
Jan-April$9000$7400$7200$7100$7000$6900
May- August$9200$7600$7400$7300$7200$7100
Sept- Dec$9100$7500$7300$7200$7100$7000

Cost Per Child (Discount)

Age0-2 years old3-6 years old7-10 years old11-13 years old14+ years old
Discount Rate100%65%50%15%0%

 

  • Namibia, Southern Africa Safaris
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Luxury Lodges
  • English, Spanish, French, Dutch, German, Italian, and Chinese speaking guides
  • Safari Van/ 4X4 Landcruiser
  • 1-100 people
  • 1-90 years old
  • January - December
  • Hosea Kutako International Airport
  • Hosea Kutako International Airport

Why This Tour?

8-Day Luxury Namibia Thrilling Tour

Our 8-Day Luxury Namibia Thrilling Tour takes you on a journey to Etosha National Park, where you'll witness incredible wildlife, enjoy a breathtaking hot air balloon safari in Swakopmund, and explore the stunning coastal town of Walvis Bay. Experience the best of Namibia's natural beauty and adventure.

Namibia Tours

You will visit Etosha National Park, Walvis Bay, and Swakopmund.

The 8-Day Luxury Namibia Thrilling Tour unfolds as a carefully paced journey that flows naturally from wildlife-rich savannas to dramatic desert landscapes and finally to the refreshing Atlantic coastline, offering a rewarding blend of adventure, scenery, and relaxation.

The adventure begins with a scenic drive north toward Etosha National Park, where vast open plains and shimmering salt pans set the stage for unforgettable safari experiences. Over the next few days, the rhythm of the journey settles into early morning and late afternoon game drives, the best times to observe wildlife gathering around waterholes.

Etosha’s unique landscape allows for exceptional visibility, making each drive an exciting search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, springbok, and, with some luck, elusive predators such as leopards and cheetahs. Time spent moving between different sectors of the park adds variety to the experience, revealing contrasting habitats and ever-changing wildlife scenes. Evenings are spent unwinding at comfortable lodges, where the sounds of the African night create a perfect end to each safari day.

Leaving Etosha behind, the tour transitions from the savanna to Namibia’s striking desert heartland. The drive south and west offers a fascinating change of scenery, with rolling hills giving way to vast gravel plains and distant mountain backdrops. This overland journey is part of the adventure itself, showcasing Namibia’s sense of space and untouched beauty. Gradually, the cooler Atlantic air signals your arrival at the coast, where desert meets ocean in one of the country’s most distinctive landscapes.

The next chapter of the journey unfolds in Swakopmund, a charming coastal town known for its relaxed atmosphere and German-influenced architecture. Here, the pace softens slightly, allowing time to enjoy the seaside setting before experiencing one of the tour’s most memorable highlights — a hot air balloon safari.

Taking off at sunrise, the balloon drifts silently over golden dunes and desert valleys, offering breathtaking aerial views as the light changes and the land below comes alive with color and texture. The experience is both thrilling and serene, providing a unique perspective of Namibia’s desert environment that few travelers ever forget.

Following the aerial adventure, the tour continues along the coast to Walvis Bay, home to a tranquil lagoon and rich marine ecosystem. The flow of the itinerary remains gentle and unhurried, encouraging moments of observation and appreciation. Visits to the lagoon reveal flocks of flamingos and other seabirds, while the surrounding landscapes showcase sweeping sand dunes rolling directly into the Atlantic Ocean. The contrast between arid desert and cool coastal waters adds a refreshing dimension to the journey.

As the tour draws to a close, the final days allow time to reflect on the diverse experiences that define this Namibian adventure — from close-up wildlife encounters in Etosha, to soaring above the desert in a hot air balloon, and enjoying the calm, scenic beauty of the Atlantic coast. The return journey completes a well-connected loop, ensuring a smooth and satisfying conclusion to an itinerary that flows effortlessly through Namibia’s most iconic regions.

Highlights

  • Morning Game Drives
  • Evening Game Drives
  • Visit Musuem
  • Visit Walvis Bay
  • Hot Air Balloon Safari
  • Visit Swakopmund
  • Bird Watching
  • Marine Cruise
  • Birding
  • Nature Drive
  • Dune Drive

Tour Plan

  • Day
    1

    Arrive In Namibia | Hotel Transfer | Relaxing

    On arrival in Namibia, you will be met on arrival at Windhoek’s Hosea Kutako International Airport by an English-speaking guide.

    You'll have a short time to change money before proceeding directly to your hotel in Windhoek where you will check in and rest off the jet lag.

    Meals and overnight at Windhoek Country Club Resort/ Hilton Hotel Windhoek/ Avani Windhoek.

  • Day
    2

    Transfer To Eros Airport | Fly To Onguma Private Airfield | Transfer To Etosha National Park | Evening Game Drive

    After breakfast, you will be driven to Eros Airport for your scheduled flight to Onguma Private Airfield.

    On arrival, our guide will transfer you to Etosha National Park where you will go on an evening game drive.

    If you're really lucky, you might see four of the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants and rhinos) while you're exploring Etosha National Park. Elephants coated in white dust, and rhinos by the waterholes after dark are particular highlights. But what gives Etosha its gravitas is the landscape of unending salt pans that make for stunning sunrises and sunsets.

    Going on an evening game drive is one of the highlights of any safari. This is when temperatures cool, the light becomes softer and the wildlife begins to get.

    Not only will you be out when the light is best for taking photos, but it's also one of the best times of day for seeing the animals.

    Meals and overnight at Onguma Bush Camp/ Toshari Lodge/ Mushara Lodge.

  • Day
    3

    Morning And Afternoon Game Drives In Etosha National Park

    After breakfast, you will embark on a morning and afternoon game drive in Etosha National Park, and enjoy its animals and landscapes some more.

    The park cannot support the large herds of game found in East Africa, but it has a diverse and haunting quality that few parks can match. Etosha or “the great white place,” owes its unique landscape to the Etosha Pan, a vast shallow depression of approximately 4800
    sq km.

    A series of waterholes along the southern edge of the pan attract game into this area. While anywhere in Etosha National Park is guaranteed to be a fantastic safari experience, we think you'll particularly enjoy Eastern Etosha National Park.

    It has all the usual Etosha features, from the iconic salt pans to the fantastic wildlife. But its safari trails are less crowded because the camps out here are smaller and more exclusive.

    Meals and overnight at Onguma Bush Camp/ Toshari Lodge/ Mushara Lodge.

  • Day
    4

    Morning and Evening Game Drives In Etosha National Park

    After breakfast, return to Etosha National Park and get to know it even better.

    The park is home to several rare and endangered species, including black rhinos, black-faced impalas, and the Damara dik-diks. The park is home to over 114 animal species: elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, wildebeests, kudu, oryx, and a variety of antelope species ranging from the giant elands and stately giraffes to the tiny dik-diks.

    The dry season (May to October) is a particularly rewarding month for game viewing as the rainwater has dried up and the game is forced to rely on the life supporting waterholes.

    You'll enjoy the evening game drive. Etosha holds one of the largest and perhaps the most stable populations of black rhinos in the world. The waterhole at Okaukuejo is famous for its nighttime wildlife including frequent visits by black rhinos, elephants, and lions.

    Meals and overnight at Onguma Bush Camp/ Toshari Lodge/ Mushara Lodge.

  • Day
    5

    Transfer To Onguma Private Airfield | Fly To Walvis Bay | Travel To Swakopmund | Visit The Museum | Leisure In The Afternoon

    After breakfast, you will be transferred to Onguma Private Airfield for your scheduled flight to Walvis Bay.

    On arrival, you will be received by our Kubwa Five Safaris guide who will drive you to Swakopmund where you will have a tour.
    Swakopmund served as the territory’s main harbour for many years.

    Today this historical desert town, surrounded by desert and sea is a popular destination with a Bavarian flair. You'll reach Swakopmund in the afternoon and after a short orientation of the town, you'll check into the hotel.

    Leisure in the afternoon is free for shopping and/or optional extra activities such as quad biking on the dunes, scenic flights over the desert, sky-diving, paragliding, and horse and camel riding.

    You'll visit the museum, the cristal gallery or art galleries. Swakopmund is the kind of place that you can't help but fall in love with. It's a hugely attractive town, filled as it is by German colonial architecture, with everything from Lutheran churches and half-timbered houses to an imposing stone fortress. But Swakopmund's
    architecture is just the start.

    Meals and overnight at Strand Hotel Swakopmund/ Swakopmund Hotel/ Hansa Hotel.

  • Day
    6

    Visit Walvis Bay | Marine Cruise | An Exhilarating Dune Drive In Sandwich Harbour Area | Birding

    Start the day with huge excitement! After breakfast, you will go for an early morning drive to Walvis Bay, a marine cruise, followed by an adventure in the Namib Desert up to Sandwich Harbour.

    Both excursions include champagne, cold local beers, soft drink, fresh oysters, and finger food. You'll enjoy Walvis Bay, with its sand dunes close to town and good birding – this is a great place to see
    flamingos. It's right by the Atlantic Ocean and is nice and relaxed.

    Meals and overnight at Strand Hotel Swakopmund/ Swakopmund Hotel/ Hansa Hotel.

  • Day
    7

    Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari At 615 USD Per Person | Transfer To Windhoek | Hotel Transfer

    After breakfast, you will have the optional hot air balloon safari which you can book and pay for with us before your safari.

    Ride with us in a hot-air balloon over Swakopmund as the sun appears over the far horizon. The views are simply magnificent, as the ridges and valleys of the sand sea of the Namib Desert change color with the rising sun.

    After the balloon safari, you will be driven to Windhoek. You will check into your hotel and do some relaxing for the rest of the day.

    Meals and overnight at Windhoek Country Club Resort/ Hilton Hotel Windhoek/ Avani Windhoek.

  • Day
    8

    The Last Day With Us | Transfer To The Airport | Fly Back Home

    After having a delightful breakfast, you will be driven to Hosea Kutako International Airport for your scheduled flight back home.

    Your Namibian safari is over, but we hope it will live long in your memory. We are sad to send you on your way but hope that we will see you again next time you go on safari.

    If you would love to extend your trip to any of these African countries—Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Burundi—this can be arranged too.

Inclusions

  • Services of an expert guide
  • Airport transfer (Airport pick up and drop off)
  • Flight tickets from Eros Airport to Onguma Private Airfield and Onguma Private Airfield to Walvis Bay
  • Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
  • Ground transportation (4×4 safari Land Cruiser / minivan with pop-up tops)
  • Full board accommodation and en route meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Park fees and relevant government taxes.

Exclusions

  • Airfares
  • Visa fees
  • Personal insurance
  • Expenses of personal nature, such as drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, and cigarettes
  • Accommodation and meals not indicated in the itinerary

Accommodation

Throughout this exciting journey, you will be accommodated in a variety of accommodations.

The accommodation is appropriate and will be determined by your budget. Kubwa Five Safaris offers the best service at every level. Kubwa Five Safaris reserves the right to substitute comparable or superior accommodations. If an equivalent standard hotel is not available, Kubwa Five Safaris may substitute the next best quality hotel or suggest a superior for an additional fee. Hotels and lodges provide free Wi-Fi.

Please see the list below for more information on the safari lodges in each national park/destination included in this tour package.

How to Get There

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport. Transfer from the airport is included. Kubwa Five Safaris will pick you up from Hosea Kutako International Airport.

After your thrilling vacation in Namibia, Kubwa Five Safaris will drop you off at Hosea Kutako International Airport for your scheduled flight back home. Airport transfer is included.

Visa Applications and Flight bookings

Please write to us for more details.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is included in the safari package cost?

The cost covers all accommodations, meals as specified, park entrance fees, game drives, boat cruises, guide services, and ground transportation throughout the safari.

3. What should I pack for this 8-day safari?

Essentials include lightweight clothing, hiking boots, a jacket, insect repellent, sunscreen, binoculars, a camera, a reusable water bottle, and personal medication. A full packing list will be shared upon booking.

4. Is this safari suitable for families with children?

Yes it is.

5. What type of accommodations are provided?

We use clean, safe, and comfortable lodges. All accommodations have private self-contained rooms; bathrooms are inside the rooms/tents.

6. Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Yes. We cater to most dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and others. Please let us know your preferences in advance.

7. How physically demanding is the safari?

While most of the safari involves vehicle-based game drives and scenic travel, hiking and walking on the dunes requires moderate physical fitness due to the sandy uneven terrain.

8. Is travel insurance required?

Yes. We strongly recommend that all participants have comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost luggage.

9. What is the group size?

Our private safari is tailored to provide an intimate and immersive experience for small groups. We accommodate groups of 4 to 24 travelers, ensuring that each participant receives personalized attention and a unique safari experience.

10. Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes, we can tailor this safari to fit your schedule, interests, or accommodation preferences. Contact us for a personalized quote.

Why should you visit Namibia?

  • Namibia

Namibia is one of those places that quietly blows your mind — vast, wild, and beautifully uncrowded. If you love dramatic landscapes, wildlife, and a sense of real adventure, Namibia delivers in a big way.

From the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert to the eerie, photogenic Deadvlei, Namibia looks like another planet. Add the rugged Skeleton Coast, deep Fish River Canyon (Africa’s largest), and endless open horizons — it’s a dream for nature lovers and photographers.

Namibia offers unique desert-adapted wildlife you won’t easily see elsewhere — elephants, lions, rhinos, and giraffes thriving in arid landscapes. Etosha National Park is a standout, with salt pans and waterholes that make game viewing spectacular, especially in the dry season.

Is Namibia safe to visit?

Namibia is one of Africa’s safest and easiest countries for self-drive travel. Excellent road infrastructure, wide-open spaces, and clear signage make road trips incredibly rewarding — think freedom, solitude, and epic scenery at every turn.

If you’re tired of busy destinations, Namibia is refreshingly quiet. Even at famous sights, you’ll often feel like you have the place to yourself — rare and special in today’s travel world.

We offer expertly curated safari experiences in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, Zambia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Namibai. Whether you’re planning a luxury vacation, a honeymoon safari, or an adventure-packed wildlife tour, we have the perfect package tailored just for you.

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