Meeting of the tour group at the Spitzkoppe

(Individual program possible before the tour starts, or the guide can be accompanied on his journey from Windhoek to the Spitzkoppe)

The meeting of all tour participants and the guide will take place this afternoon on one of the pitches of the Spitzkoppe rest camp, where we will then set up our night camp together.

In the evening, we will come together for a joint barbecue around the campfire, there will be a short briefing and the tour will be discussed in detail. Here we camp at the foot of the mighty Spitzkoppe and enjoy the night under the starry sky of Namibia.

Dinner is included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

Instructional drive in off-road driving

Today our off-road adventure through distant Damaraland begins. We drive in a convoy towards Brandberg, the highest mountain in Namibia. On the first day of driving you will get to know your vehicle better on easy off-road routes. All vehicles are connected to each other via radio, and the guide can use the radio to give you tips and tricks while driving.

Rugged mountain ranges and steep slopes with dry valleys dominate Damaraland. Boasting some of the most beautiful scenery in Namibia, Damaraland is a chasm of pristine wilderness where one can explore savannas, gorges, sandy slopes and mountains. Observe the animals that thrive in this desolate place, braving the sweltering heat.

Our beautiful wild camp is located near the massive Brandberg. A mound of large granite balls offers shelter from the southwest wind that often blows here in the afternoon. Enjoy the great panorama over the barren desert areas with a view of Namibia’s highest mountain. Our wild bush camp will have a portable shower and bush toilet. We will sleep on top of the cars in the roof top tents and enjoy a perfect night under the stars – with no artificial lights to spoil the starry sky view. Dinner is cooked at the campfire. Together we will sit around the campfire and enjoy the tranquility of the desert.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

The fascinating Damaraland
After a restful night in our tents, we enjoy a hearty breakfast. Our journey continues north across the fascinating desert landscapes of Damaraland. Later we drive through a dry river where desert elephants are often seen. You have to be very careful, of course, because the large mammals can hide behind the shrubs and bushes. These large, powerful animals should be viewed from a safe distance. We spend another night in the deserted wilderness and enjoy the freedom.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

On the look out for the desert elephants.

After a good night’s sleep in our tents, we enjoy a hearty breakfast and start packing up our campsite. The tour continues north. We drive through the river bed of the Huab River where desert elephants can often be seen. You have to be very careful, of course, because the large mammals can hide behind the shrubs and bushes. These large, powerful animals should always be observed from a safe distance.

Part of the route is driven on gravel roads that bring us to Palmwag. We spend the night at the beautiful Palmwag Lodge campsite. You also have the option of spending the night in one of the rooms in the beautiful lodge. If you would like an upgrade to one of the rooms, please let us know when booking the tour.

Palmwag Lodge is nestled amongst tall palm trees on the banks of the dry Uanib River in Damaraland, north-western Namibia. Palmwag Lodge is one of the oldest and most popular tourist destinations in Namibia. It is internationally renowned for its spectacular scenery, diverse desert wildlife and unique opportunity to encounter the endangered black rhino. We then have dinner together in the lodge restaurant.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

The Kaokoland

The route takes us north today over dusty gravel roads. We move through communal land for the next few days, in other words “through real Africa”. On the way we pass small villages, some of which are residents of different tribes. You should always be careful when driving here, as there are often cattle, other small livestock and even children on the side of the road.

About 30km before Opuwo we cross a hilly landscape on which the rare baobab trees grow. We stop here and marvel at the size of these giants. The journey then continues to Opuwo, where it is essential to fill up the vehicle and any additional canisters. About 900km off-road have to be mastered before the next fuel stop. At the supermarket in Opuwo you can go shopping again if necessary.

Our beautiful accommodation is situated high on a hill overlooking Opuwo. The plan is to spend the night at the lodge’s campsite, but you also have the option of booking one of the rooms here. Please let us know when booking the tour if you would like an upgrade to one of the rooms. The joint dinner takes place in the lodge restaurant.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

Off-roading the Kaokoland
Today we depart from Opuwo and head west, passing small Himba villages next to the gravel roads, until we reach Etanga. From here, challenging 4×4 routes lead us through the highlands of the Kaokoland, until we reach the point where the trail descends. An adrenaline rushing, short pass leads us slowly into the lower steppes of Kaokoland. The beautiful Camp is located on to a mountain that is crisscrossed with marble veins. Your guide will take care of the food preperation while you take the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful area.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

The Hartman Valley
Today, there is demanding stage on the program. A mountain pass has to be conquered with some patience and good driving skill. In the afternoon we reach the beautiful Hartmanns Valley. The night is spent in the wild by the campfire.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

Camp under an ancient Leadwood Tree
The riverbed leads us southwards today. Mostly on small rocky slopes, we will pass over the mountains and valleys of the beautiful Kaokoland, surrounded by fascinating nature. There are a few distinctive waypoints in this area. One of them is the “Rooi Drom”, which is a red painted barrel. Here we turn off towards Marble Camp. A challenging 4×4 mountain pass leads us to an abandoned marble mine, where we can stop for a quick rest and light lunch.

Thereafter, we continue our journey further on rocky roads that lead us to the Khumib River. The dry riverbed of the Khumib serves us as a perfect Wild camp tonight. We will set up our camp under an ancient ancestral tree and enjoy the silence and freedom that nature offers us.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

The fascinating dry rivers of the Kaokoland
We will be on sandy ground most of the time today, as we are navigating various dry rivers throughout the day. After crossing the Khumib River, we follow the beautiful course of the Hoarusib Dry River. As soon as we have crossed this, we drive over barren desert areas to the banks of the Hoanib river.

The Hoarusib and Hoanib rivers are the most fascinating dry rivers in Kaokoland. There is also a chance to find desert animals such as giraffes, elephants, lions and antelopes here. Today we set up our last wild camp near the Hoanib River and enjoy the tranquility of this deserted world.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks

In search of the desert animals of Kaokoland
Today the journey goes along the river bed of the Hoanib for quite a while. These river courses are a lifeline in the desert and provide food and water for the desert animals that live here. The most common animals include desert elephants, giraffes, big cats such as lions, leopards and cheetahs, as well as various types of antelope such as oryx, kudu and springbok. Zebras and ostriches are also often seen here.

In the afternoon we leave the Hoanib over dusty areas and drive via the village of Sesfontein and then on to our beautiful campsite; which is located at Khowarib Lodge. The beautiful Khowarib Lodge is located directly on the Hoanib River. Here the river flows through a narrow gorge called Khowarib.

We spend the night at the beautiful campsite of Khowarib Lodge. You also have the option of spending the night in one of the lodge’s rooms. Please let us know when registering for the tour if you would like an upgrade to a room. We then have dinner together in the lodge restaurant.

Breakfast, a picnic lunch and dinner are included in the tour price, everyone takes care of their own drinks.

The guide leaves you today
Today the joint tour comes to an end. After breakfast, everyone goes their own way and can enjoy more self-drive days through Namibia. If you like, you can also accompany the guide who will drive to Windhoek today. We would also be happy to plan and book your additional program.

Breakfast is included in the tour price.