Family Adventure in Namibia

Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Damaraland, Etosha & Omaruru

Best time to travel

Apr-Nov

Ideal length

14 nights

Perfect for

Families

From (incl flights)

€5,499 pp

At a glance

International return flights from Dublin to Windhoek.
Private transfers, pre-arranged car rental, internal flights and guiding requirements.
14 nights’ luxury accommodation in Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Damaraland, Etosha, Omaruru and Windhoek.
Enjoy privately guided tours as a Living Dunes Experience in Swakopmund and a Walvis Bay dolphin cruise.
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime scenic flight over the Namib desert.

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Introduction

This suggested itinerary takes you off the beaten track to Namibia. Perfect for families, discover the wealth of landscapes, cultures and wildlife that make Namibia so unique. This itinerary includes everything from Game Drives in Etosha National Park to flying over the famous salt plains of Sossusvlei.

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Trip Overview

Depart from Dublin to Windhoek.

You will then take a short domestic flight to Walvis Bay. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a driver and privately transferred to your handpicked Swakopmund accommodation where you’ll spend four nights.

Your pre-arranged rental car will be delivered to your hotel.

Your car is ready for when your self-drive adventure begins. Prepare for an adventure of a lifetime.

Start your luxury family to Namibia in Swakopmund

Allow us to organise an exciting Living Dunes Experience.

Explore the sand dunes of the Namib desert with your own personal guide and learn about the fascinating wildlife species that have made the dune belt their home.

Visit the sand dunes of Sossusvlei during your luxury family holiday to Namibia

Enjoy a private Marine Dolphin Cruise.

Immerse yourself in the diverse marine life of Walvis Bay with a private boat cruise. Snack on fresh oysters and bubbly champagne whilst pelicans fly past and seals bob gracefully below.

Spot dolphins on a marine cruise during your luxury family holiday to Namibia

Before leaving Swakopmund, allow us to arrange a scenic desert flight experience.

Fly over Sossusvlei and take in the stunning vistas across the landscape. This once-in-a-lifetime experience will be remembered for years to come.

Plane over Sossusvlei dunes on luxury family holiday to Namibia

Begin your self-drive adventure and journey to Cape Cross.

Spend one night at a luxury lodge close to Cape Cross seal reserve. Choose to visit the large seal colony or explore the Skeleton Coast for a unique change of scenery.

Explore the Skeleton Coast during your luxury family holiday to Namibia

Your next destination is rocky Damaraland.

Spend two nights in a handpicked country lodge. Explore the volcanic rock formations that decorate the area and try to spot the elephant and giraffe that reside here.

Spot elephants in Damaraland during your luxury family holiday to Namibia

Journey to the western side of the Etosha National Park.

Unwind at a luxury safari camp hidden in the Namib wilderness. Spend two nights relaxing on your private veranda with a book or out on morning and game drives with a professional guide.

See lions in Etosha National Park on your luxury family holiday to Namibia

Continue the adventure by heading to eastern side of Etosha National Park.

Spend two nights at a beautiful bush camp that caters perfectly for families. During your stay, enjoy morning and evening game drives in a 4WD with experienced guides.

Spot springbok in Etosha National Park during your luxury family holiday to Namibia

Next, it’s time to drive to the Omaruru Region, in central-eastern Namibia.

Spend two nights in a beautiful family-friendly lodge, enjoying game drives, nature walks and trying to spot the endangered wild dogs that inhabit the area.

Meerkats on luxury family holiday to Namibia

Drive back to Windhoek for your final night.

Take some time to refresh and relax in an elegant and cosy guesthouse. Unwind by the fire with a glass of wine and enjoy some family relaxation before heading home.

Depart from Windhoek for your flight home.

Your car rental can be dropped off at Windhoek airport. Arrive in Dublin.

Tailoring your holiday

OROKO Itineraries are created with you in mind and no two are the same. These can be used to help plan your trip - or we can design a completely different itinerary to suit you.

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Accommodation

Where to rest your head

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Swakopmund Luxury Suites

Located in the heart of Swakopmund, these luxury suites are the perfect base for a busy itinerary. The property features modern décor and is ideally located near a beach, museums, bars, restaurants.

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Cape Cross Lodge

Cape Cross Lodge is a wonderfully situated property, right on the water and a short drive north of Swakopmund. The lodge is also closely located to the heart of the Cape Cross Seal Reserve.

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Twyfelfontein Country Lodge, Namibia

Twyfelfontein Country Lodge is situated close to its namesake famous rock engraving site. In partnership with the local community, some of the lodge’s profits go to helping support community projects.

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Gondwana Etosha Safari Camp

Embrace the magic of the Namib wilderness at Etosha Safari Camp with views of the Mopane Woodland and your own private veranda. Relax at the lodge with a dip in the pool or dine in one of the restaurants.

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Ongava Lodge

Ongava Lodge is situated in the privately-owned Ongava Game Reserve, along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park. Ongava offers beautiful views over the well-frequented waterhole and vast plains beyond.

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Erindi Camp Elephant

Erindi Camp Elephant offers luxury self-catering chalets. Charmingly rugged with a touch of comfort and style, the camp is the ideal base from which to spot a myriad of exciting wildlife.

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The Elegant Guesthouse

The Elegant Guesthouse is a charming property situated in Windhoek’s residential area of Klein Windhoek. Guests can relax in the garden terrace, lounging on the sun loungers and at the outdoor pool.

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Mushara Lodge, Etosha National Park

Mushara is a family-run lodge located in Etosha National Park near the Von Lindequist Gate. In between exciting game drives, relax in the public area which includes a library, bar and dining area.

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Old Traders Lodge

Situated within the Erindi Private Game Reserve, Old Traders Lodge is the perfect base from which to embark on exhilarating safari experiences. It is a fantastic location for spotting the endangered African wild dog.

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Olive Grove Guesthouse

Olive Grove Guesthouse is a peaceful paradise, just a short distance from the city centre of Windhoek. Its interiors emanate simple, classic beauty, with elegant Moroccan embellishments and luxury touches.

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What people are saying

“I’ve been a customer of OROKO for the last 12 months and have booked family holidays, ski trips and short breaks. The whole experience is brilliant; you explain the type of holiday that you are hoping to have, without specifying necessarily where and the team will present you a series of ideas and options, all costed out. It takes away all the stress of planning a trip. On top of this, you receive a full itinerary, and all activities can be sourced in advance. I’m a big fan.”

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