National Parks, Deserts, and Camping
Dates: 20th – 28th July 2026
Country: Namibia
Cost: €2,700
After the huge success of our Namibia group trips in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025, we’ve decided to run another group adventure to this incredible country in the summer of 2026.
Hike up some of the world’s largest sand dunes, stay in the incredible Giraffe Manor, spend 3 days on safari in a National Park, sleep under the stars!
This is guaranteed to be one of the most unique travel adventures you’ll ever undertake.
What’s Included
- All meals as stated
● All activities as stated
● All accommodation
● All travel / transfers including airport pick up and drop off and safari vehicle
Excludes:
● Additional snacks and any extra activities
● International Flights
● Travel insurance
● Tips for guides etc
Accommodation
Throughout your stay in Namibia, you will stay in a combination of hotels, safari camps, and camping sites. All accommodations on the trips will be shared, with two ladies assigned to each room. You will be paired with an adventure buddy —a fantastic way to meet new friends! Rotation will occur every couple of nights, giving you a chance to pair up with different people.
All rooms will be twin-sharing, private rooms!
Itinerary
Day 1 - Windhoek
On arrival at Windhoek International Airport, you will be collected and transferred into Windhoek. Overnight tonight is in a twin room with en-suite bathroom at Chameleon Backpackers. We’ll have a group dinner together at one of the best steak restaurants in town!
Meals: Welcome dinner at a local steakhouse (veggie options too!)
Day 2 - Etosha National Park
An early start today, as you meet your guide (7h30am) and hit the road by 8h00, heading north to Etosha National Park. We stop briefly at Otjiwarongo to gather some last-minute supplies before continuing on to Etosha.
We enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park visiting waterholes looking for predators as well as zebra, giraffe, elephant, rhino and many different species of antelope arriving back at the lodge just before sunset. A visit to the flood lit waterhole is highly recommended, sometimes you can see rhinos at sunset! Dinner will be cooked by our amazing guide and chef, BBQ style!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Breakfast is at the guesthouse and lunch and dinner will be prepared by our guide and chef!
Day 3 - Etosha National Park
We start our first drive at sunrise to catch the predators while they are still active, visiting many waterholes. If we’re lucky we’ll see some lions or maybe even some elephant herds at the watering holes.
Our second game drive mid-morning takes us to the impressive Etosha Pan “great white place” where we can get out of the vehicle and experience this 4500 sq km “saline desert” before continuing our game drive to look for the Big 4. We arrive back at Halali where our guide will prepare a delicious lunch whilst we have a dip in the pool or relax by the camp waterhole.
After lunch we begin our final game drive across the park towards Okaukuejo calling into some well-known waterholes and leave the park prior to sunset. Accommodation tonight is just outside the park in a comfortable spacious twin share rooms with a modern en-suite bathroom facilities, creating an ideal space to sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Breakfast at the lodge, lunch from the truck and dinner the safari lodge
Day 4 - Camping in the desert
Another early start today, and after breakfast we continue our journey. We travel south along the C35, and today we have the chance to meet some of Namibia’s more unique tribes people including the Himba, Damara and Herero that have chosen to live in this area.
They are all entrepreneurs and have set up small markets along the way in order to provide for their families. This is an ideal place to practice your bargaining skills and purchase some authentic souvenirs from those who make them. Our next official stop is Spitzkoppe Camp. After check in and setting up our camp for the night, we have time to explore the area on foot, before selecting the best location for night time photography should we wish to capture the night sky.
Day 5 - Swakopmund
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and departure from our lodge is around 09h00. We head west towards Swakopmund, and explore the remains of a small shipwreck before arriving in Swakopmund just before lunch, which gives you time to explore this quaint seaside town on foot and enjoy a lovely lunch in one of the many cafes or join one of the many optional activities. Our guide will be happy to recommend a good restaurant for dinner (own expense).
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 - Desert Camp, Namib Desert
A leisurely breakfast and the option to join one of the many optional activities available here such as: quad biking, sand boarding, scenic flight over the shipwrecks just to name a few. You will be picked up from your guesthouse/hotel in Swakopmund from 11:15, as we aim to depart Swakopmund by 12noon.
We then drive through the Namib Desert via the Kuiseb Pass and Solitaire, arriving at our camp late afternoon and we have a chance to relax and enjoy the views before taking a short walk for sunset looking over the Naukluft mountain range. Overnight in twin rooms with en-suite bathroom facilities. Pool and bar available. Dinner is prepared by our guide.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel, packed lunch for the road and dinner cooked by your amaing guide and chef
Day 7 - Desert Camp, Namib Desert
We depart at dawn from camp to arrive at the park gate for sunrise. We drive down an ancient river bed surrounded by towering dunes to the 2×4 parking (around 55kms) and take a 4×4 shuttle into the Sossusvlei area to appreciate the beauty of this place in early morning light and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the region.
We explore this unique area on foot before heading into Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees, contrasting with a backdrop of huge dunes with their ever-changing colours before taking the 4×4 shuttle back to our vehicle. As we drive back to our accommodation we will stop at the famous Dune 45 and climb this dune if we wish or just wander around the base.
We return to Sesriem and visit the nearby Sesriem Canyon, one of the few permanent water sources before arriving back at our lodge late afternoon to watch the sunset over this spectacular desert. Dinner is prepared by our guide.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 8 - Voigtland Giraffe Manor, Windhoek
Enjoy an early morning breakfast before heading to Solitaire, to buy some of the world’s best apple pie before returning to Windhoek.
We return to Windhoek via Bullsport and Rehoboth. We arrive mid-afternoon and will be dropped at our VERY unique accommodation, where you can enjoy afternoon tea with giraffes on the deck.
Tonight’s dinner is at Voigtland Guesthouse.
Meals: Breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Dinner at the Giraffe Guesthouse
Day 9 - Flight out, Airport drop off
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast depending on your flight departure before heading out to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast
FAQ & Itinerary Note:
This itinerary, as always, is open to small changes depending on the weather, flights, etc. Fear not, if we have to make any adjustments, it will be to swap something out with an equally, if not better, experience!
Please note: this trip begins and ends at Ulaanbaatar.
I'm ready! How do I book?
Ready for an unforgettable adventure in Namibia? Click the BOOK NOW button to head to our payment portal and secure your spot with a €750 deposit. The remaining balance will be divided into two equal payments, due 2 and 3 months before departure.
Need a custom payment plan? No problem! Reach out to us, and we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs. Remember, spots are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait!
How many people are on the trip?
This trip requires a minimum number of guests to proceed, and this minimum must be met at least 4 months before departure to be guaranteed. If the minimum number of guests is not met by then, a full refund will be issued.
Expect to travel with 6-10 new friends!
Why are deposits non-refundable?
The deposit for your trip is non-refundable due to several important factors. Firstly, when you book a spot, we immediately begin the process of planning and preparing for your journey. This involves engaging staff who work diligently behind the scenes to ensure every aspect of your trip is meticulously organised. These preparations often involve upfront costs that are incurred from the moment your booking is confirmed. Additionally, by requiring a non-refundable deposit, we aim to ensure that all participants are committed to the trip.
We understand that plans can change, which is why we insist all travellers have trip insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances that might affect their ability to participate.
What about my other payments? Are they refundable?
All payments, except your deposit, are fully refundable three months prior to the departure date. After the three-month mark, any payments made are non-refundable. This is because we are usually unable to find a replacement at such short notice, and have contracts in place with our vendors that need to be fulfilled.
Again, we strongly recommend all travellers have travel insurance so that they can refund you should your plans change. At the end of the day, we are a small business, and we want nothing more than to continue showing our guests the world. We hope you understand the importance of adhering strictly to this policy.
How much money will I need for non-included meals, alcohol, and souvenirs?
All meals are included in the itinerary, but you may want to pick up snacks along the way, which are very affordable. Alcohol is available in most cities and tourist camps, though prices can vary. Expect to pay around €2–5 for local beer and €10–15 for wine or cocktails, depending on where you are.
How does tipping work?
To make things smooth and stress-free, we will be collecting a kitty of €50-100 at the beginning of the trip. This ensures all of our incredible on-the-ground vendors are taken care of, including guides, drivers, meals, and activities that are listed in your itinerary.
For any additional meals or personal expenses not included in the itinerary, you should expect to pay a separate tip. We will guide you on what is appropriate throughout the trip so you feel confident and comfortable.
How physically demanding is the trip?
This trip is designed to be accessible to everyone in good health. Activities include moderate walks and moderately strenuous hikes. It’s not overly strenuous, but a basic fitness level will help you enjoy the experiences to the fullest!
Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
Absolutely! Namibian cuisine features a lot of meat and dairy, but we can accommodate most dietary restrictions with advance notice. Vegetarian and other options are available but might be limiting. Please inform us of your specific needs in advance.
What if I want my own room?
We believe that rooming is one of the best parts of the experience. It feels a little like adult summer camp and has always been a highlight for our guests, with nothing but positive feedback in the past.
That being said, if you feel that sharing does not suit your travel style, we are happy to discuss the option of a single room supplement. Simply reach out to us at janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com and we will do our best to accommodate you.
What are the health and vaccination requirements?
A yellow fever vaccination is required if you are arriving from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission if you want to enter Namibia. In general, it’s always wise to be up-to-date with routine vaccinations. We recommend to consider vaccinations for MMR, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and typhoid.
Malaria prevention is advised for certain regions – anti-malaria medication (prophylaxis) before, during, and after your trip. Bring insect repellent containing DEET (30-50%) for mosquito bite prevention.
Please consult your healthcare provider for personalised advice.
Who’s leading the trip?
An experienced Janet’s Journeys leader and the local tour guide will be with you every step of the way.
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