06 Days Safaris in Namibia

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Experience the ultimate Namibian wildlife expedition with this 6-Day Guided Etosha National Park Safari departing round-trip from Windhoek. Designed for passionate nature enthusiasts and safari travelers, this comprehensive, fully guided itinerary takes you deep into the heart of Namibia’s premier game-viewing sanctuary. Journey comfortably from Windhoek into the iconic salt pans and acacia woodlands of Etosha National Park, embarking on a scenic safari circuit that covers Okaukuejo, Halali, and Namutoni.

Expert local guides will lead daily game drives across diverse landscapes, maximizing your opportunities to spot the Big Four including Africa’s majestic lions, desert elephants, leopards, and critically endangered black rhinos as they gather around famous natural and floodlit waterholes. Throughout your journey, enjoy mid-range to luxury safari lodge accommodations that offer exceptional hospitality, regional dining, and comfortable en-suite rooms after thrilling days in the bush.

Concluding with a scenic return drive across the central plateau back to Windhoek, this classic 6-day lodge safari combines immersive African wildlife encounters, expert-led tracking, and seamless ground transportation for an unforgettable Namibian adventure.

Fully Customizable Safari: Your tour is 100% customizable to suit your preferences, interests and budget. We can adjust your route, activities, accommodation and travel pace to create your ideal safari.

Accommodation Standard: The advertised price is based on standard accommodation equivalent to approximately 3-star quality in Namibia. Luxury upgrades are available on request for travellers with a higher budget. All accommodation is subject to availability at the time of booking.

Pricing: All prices are quoted per person sharing. Travelling solo? Contact us for a personalized quotation, as single occupancy and private travel arrangements may increase the price per person.

Flexible Installment Payments: Secure your safari with a deposit, then pay the remaining balance in installments according to an agreed payment schedule.

Personalized Professional Guidance: Understanding an itinerary involves more than reading a programme. Our experienced safari consultants will explain your route, accommodation, activities and travel arrangements, helping you make informed decisions with confidence.

Ready to Plan Your Adventure? Contact your Motema Tours & Safaris consultant today to arrange a meeting and discuss your itinerary. We will answer your questions, clarify the details and help you prepare for an unforgettable journey through Namibia.

Included/Excluded

Professional Guide / Chauffeur
Accommodation as stated in the program
Meals as stated in the program
The rental vehicle with all risk insured
Fuel for Vehicle
The Activities or Visits as STATED in the Program as INCLUDED
Entry fees to National Parks
Namibian VAT

International flights
Personal Purchases
Entry fees to neighboring countries such as Zimbabwe
Drinks, which are the responsibility of travelers
Tips and gratitudes
Personal Medical Insurance and Repatriation (Very Important)
Optional Activities / Additional Activities

Tour Plan

Day 01 Windhoek to Okaukuejo | First Encounter with Etosha Wildlife

Included Activity:Local craft market | Afternoon Game Drive in Etosha National Park with own Vehicle
Optional Activity: NONE
Distance: 415 km | 4H00
Meals: Dinner
Accommodations: Toshari Lodge or Similar

After an early departure from Windhoek, the journey heads north through changing landscapes and small towns that offer a first insight into everyday Namibian life. Along the way, a visit to a local craft market provides an opportunity to discover handmade artworks, wood carvings, and colorful fabrics created by local artisans. By early afternoon, you enter Etosha National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife sanctuaries.

The afternoon game drive begins immediately, transforming the transfer into your first safari experience. As the sun softens over the vast salt pans and open savannah, wildlife sightings may include elephant, giraffe, zebra, springbok, and a variety of plains game gathering around waterholes. The day concludes with arrival at Okaukuejo, where you settle into your accommodation and absorb the unique atmosphere of the park.

Day 02 Etosha National Park | Full-Day Safari

Included Activity: Full-Day Safari in Etosha National Park with Own Vehicle
Optional Activity: NONE
Distance: Surroundings
Meals: Breakfast | Dinner
Accommodations: Toshari Lodge or Similar

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day safari across Etosha National Park, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Your journey takes you through a rich variety of landscapes that define the park, including the vast shimmering salt pan, open savannahs stretching into the horizon, and patches of mopane woodland where wildlife often hides in the shade. The day unfolds at a relaxed pace, giving you the time to appreciate each sighting and enjoy the natural rhythm of the bush.

Throughout the day, you may encounter elephants moving gracefully between waterholes, lions resting after a night of activity, giraffes feeding on acacia trees, zebras crossing the plains in tight family groups, and many species of antelope grazing in the golden light. Your guide shares valuable insights into their behaviors, ecological roles, and the challenges of conservation in such a dynamic environment. Waterholes become focal points for life, offering close and unforgettable moments as animals gather to drink and interact.

The afternoon continues with more exploration, ensuring a well-rounded discovery of Etosha’s ecosystems and wildlife.

Day 3 Okaukuejo to Halali | Full Day Safari Through Etosha

Included Activity: Full day game drive in Etosha National Park with own vehicle
Optional Activity: NONE
Distance: 75 km | 1H30
Meals: Breakfast | Dinner
Accommodations: Halali Resort

After an early breakfast, the day is dedicated entirely to exploring Etosha National Park as you travel from Okaukuejo toward Halali. This full day game drive allows for an in-depth safari experience across the vast Etosha Pan and surrounding grasslands, where wildlife concentrates around numerous waterholes. Moving slowly through the park, you may encounter large herds of zebra, springbok, wildebeest, and giraffe, as well as elephant and, with luck, predators such as lion or cheetah resting in the shade. Regular stops at selected waterholes provide time to observe animal behavior and enjoy the changing scenery.

By late afternoon, you arrive at Halali, located in the heart of the park, where you settle into your accommodation and reflect on a day rich in wildlife encounters within one of Africa’s most iconic conservation areas.

Day 04 Halali to Namutoni | Exploring Eastern Etosha

Included Activity: Game drive in Etosha National Park with own vehicle
Optional Activity: NONE
Distance: 75 km | 1H30
Meals: Breakfast | Dinner
Accommodations: Namutoni Resort or Similar

After breakfast, you continue your safari journey eastward through Etosha National Park, traveling from Halali toward Namutoni. This game drive offers a different perspective of the park, as the landscapes gradually change from open plains and rocky outcrops to broader grasslands and wooded areas. Along the way, frequent stops at waterholes provide excellent opportunities to observe wildlife, with species such as elephant, giraffe, zebra, and various antelope commonly seen.

The eastern section of Etosha is also known for its rich birdlife, particularly around permanent water sources. By late afternoon, you arrive at Namutoni, where the historic fort adds a cultural dimension to your safari experience. The remainder of the day is spent settling into your accommodation and enjoying the atmosphere of this quieter region of the park.

Day 05 Namutoni | Game Drive in Etosha National Park

Included Activity: Full-Day Game Drive in Namutoni area of Etosha with Own Vehicle
Optional Activity: NONE
Distance: Surroundings
Meals: Breakfast | Dinner
Accommodations: Namutoni Resort or Similar

After breakfast, depart for the eastern side of Etosha National Park and make your way toward Namutoni, an area known for its rich wildlife and the historic German fort that stands as a landmark in this region. The landscapes gradually open into broad savannahs, scattered woodlands, and white salt pans that create striking contrasts and excellent wildlife visibility. As you enter the area, the adventure begins immediately, with the chance to spot animals moving across the open plains.

Spend the day on a game drive around Namutoni’s well-known waterholes and wildlife-rich routes. Elephants may be seen moving in steady lines toward water, lions often rest near the edges of the pans, and giraffes browse quietly on tall acacia trees. Herds of zebras and various antelope species add movement and color to the landscape. Your guide shares valuable insights into animal behavior, the ecological balance of the park, and ongoing conservation initiatives that protect Etosha’s unique ecosystems. Waterholes become natural theaters of life, offering excellent opportunities for photography and peaceful wildlife observation.

Day 06 Namutoni to Windhoek | Craft Market

Included Activity: Local craft market
Optional Activity: Windhoek city tour
Distance: 540 km | 5H30
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: NONE

After an early breakfast, you depart Namutoni and leave Etosha National Park behind, beginning the journey south toward Windhoek. The drive passes through small towns and rural landscapes, offering a final glimpse of Namibia’s countryside. Along the way, a stop at a local craft market allows time to browse handmade souvenirs, wood carvings, beadwork, and textiles produced by local artisans, providing an authentic reminder of the journey.

Upon arrival in Windhoek, you will be transferred to your accommodation or airport, marking the end of your journey.