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7 Days / 6 Nights
Sossusvlei, Swakopmund & Damaraland — 7 Days
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Sossusvlei and Deadvlei; Walvis Bay dolphins; Living Desert; Cape Cross seal colony; Twyfelfontein rock engravings (UNESCO); Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain; Spitzkoppe; desert-adapted elephant tracking; Damara Living Museum.
7 Days / 6 Nights. Namib-Naukluft, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Cape Cross, Damaraland, Twyfelfontein, Spitzkoppe.
Why book this
Why this one is worth your time
You see the full price upfront, talk to a real person before paying, and reschedule free if your plans shift. The team running this trip lives in Victoria Falls.
Traveler note
This one is for travellers who want a real guide, real flexibility on the dates, and a real person to call if anything changes.
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$7,750.00
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Flexible cancellation
Flexible cancellation options and custom trip adjustments are available with the team.
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You book straight with the team coordinating the trip. No agency markup, no resold packages.
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Experience overview
What to expect
7 Days / 6 Nights. Namib-Naukluft, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Cape Cross, Damaraland, Twyfelfontein, Spitzkoppe.
Quick facts
Destination
Sossusvlei and Deadvlei; Walvis Bay dolphins; Living Desert; Cape Cross seal colony; Twyfelfontein rock engravings (UNESCO); Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain; Spitzkoppe; desert-adapted elephant tracking; Damara Living Museum.
Ideal for
Couples, groups, and custom itineraries
Support level
Local operator assistance
Route confidence
How this trip fits into a real itinerary
We check pickup timing, border movement, accommodation fit, activity order, and backup contact before confirming the final plan.
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Start point
Sossusvlei and Deadvlei; Walvis Bay dolphins; Living Desert; Cape Cross seal colony; Twyfelfontein rock engravings (UNESCO); Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain; Spitzkoppe; desert-adapted elephant tracking; Damara Living Museum.
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Route timing
Transfers, borders, and activity order checked locally
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Stay level
Budget, mid-range, lodge, camp, or premium pairing
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On-trip support
WhatsApp, phone, and local supplier coordination
Trip breakdown
What's included
Accommodation as per tier; all meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on the final day; twice-daily game activities with a licensed guide; park and conservation fees; road transfers; bottled water in the vehicle; airport meet-and-greet.
Best season: Apr–Oct. Desert elephant tracking is best May–Oct when the animals concentrate along the ephemeral riverbeds.
Pace and grading: Moderate. Long gravel days; elephant tracking can involve four to six hours in a vehicle.
Ideal for: Photographers, geology and archaeology enthusiasts, couples, second-time Namibia visitors.
Accommodation tiers: CLASSIC: clean 3-star town hotels and rest camps. COMFORT: 4-star lodges and safari camps with pool and en-suite. LUXURY: 5-star boutique lodges, premium tented suites, private guide and vehicle.
International and domestic airfare; visas and border fees; travel and medical insurance; gratuities to guides and camp staff; premium and imported drinks; optional activities (helicopter flips, rafting, spa, balloon); laundry unless stated; items of a personal nature.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 — Windhoek to the Namib
Windhoek to the Namib. Afternoon Sesriem Canyon and dune sundowners.
1 day
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Day 2 — Pre-dawn Dune 45, Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and Big Daddy
Pre-dawn Dune 45, Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and Big Daddy. Afternoon desert nature drive.
1 day
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Day 3 — North via Solitaire and the Kuiseb Canyon to Swakopmund
North via Solitaire and the Kuiseb Canyon to Swakopmund. Afternoon town walk.
1 day
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Day 4 — Morning Walvis Bay catamaran with seals, dolphins and oysters
Morning Walvis Bay catamaran with seals, dolphins and oysters. Afternoon Living Desert tour.
1 day
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Day 5 — Drive north up the Skeleton Coast to the Cape Cross seal
Drive north up the Skeleton Coast to the Cape Cross seal colony — up to 100,000 Cape fur seals — then inland into Damaraland. Afternoon at the Spitzkoppe granite inselbergs or the Brandberg approach.
1 day
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Day 6 — Damaraland — the Twyfelfontein rock engravings (a UNESCO
Damaraland — the Twyfelfontein rock engravings (a UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 2,000 petroglyphs), the Organ Pipes dolerite columns, Burnt Mountain, and an afternoon desert-adapted elephant tracking drive along the Huab or Aba-Huab riverbeds.
1 day
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Day 7 — Morning at a Damara Living Museum or a final elephant
Morning at a Damara Living Museum or a final elephant tracking session, then the drive back to Windhoek for evening departure.
1 day
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
February has maximum water flow: The falls are at their most powerful with incredible spray (the "smoke that thunders"). Views may be obscured by mist, but the experience is dramatic. Temperatures are warm (25-30°C) with occasional rain.
Yes, bridge tours are available including: Historical tours explaining construction, engineering tours, and bridge walks. Some include bungee jumping or bridge swinging. Tours typically cost $15-$30 and require booking in advance. Safety equipment is provided.
The bridge was built from both sides simultaneously, meeting perfectly in the middle. Construction took 14 months (1904-1905) using steel shipped from England. The arch was assembled on falsework and then dropped into place - a remarkable engineering feat for its time.
Victoria Falls Bridge was completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes' Cape to Cairo railway vision. It spans 198 meters across the Zambezi Gorge, 128 meters above the river. Designed by Sir Ralph Freeman, it's a steel arch bridge used for rail, road, and foot traffic.
Zimbabwe side weather: Similar to Zambia but slightly hotter in summer. January-March: 25-30°C with rain. April-June: 15-25°C, dry. July-September: 10-25°C, cool nights. October-December: 25-35°C, becoming rainy. The microclimate near the falls is always humid.
It depends: Zimbabwe has more viewpoints and better overall views. Zambia offers unique experiences like Devil's Pool and closer waterfall access. Most visitors recommend seeing both sides if possible. Zimbabwe is better for first-time visitors wanting comprehensive views.
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