• Best for: Family, Luxury, Wildlife Best for: Family, Luxury, Wildlife
  •  Duration: 13 Nights Duration: 13 Nights
  • From $9,235 per person From $9,235 per person
  • Best time: June – Oct Best time: June – Oct
Namibia

Namibian Guided Safari for Families

Namibia stretches across vast landscapes, radiating tranquility, solitude, and an abundance of open space. This family safari presents loved ones with the opportunity to immerse themselves in this remarkable and unforgettable country, guided by a specialist who is both skilled and compassionate, fostering a love and understanding of the wilderness in children. Families will travel comfortably in specially modified private vehicles under the expert guidance of a dedicated naturalist guide, from the beginning to the conclusion of this Namibian adventure. Family trips are customized to suit each individual family, considering factors such as age, gender, and interests. Your guide’s objective is not only to keep the children engaged but also to cultivate their knowledge of the surroundings they encounter.

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Your Adventure Starts Here

Discover the secrets of Namibia

Day 1

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Windhoek
A meeting place between Africa and Europe

You will be met on arrival at the Windhoek International Airport and assisted with your transfer to the Weinberg Boutique Hotel. Later in the day, your guide will meet you for a safari briefing and dinner to discuss the upcoming adventure.

Day 2

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Okonjima, The AfriCat Foundation
A wildlife sanctuary

Today's journey leads you through Okahandja to Okonjima, the residence of the AfriCat Foundation with your naturlist guide leading the way.

Days 3 - 4

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Etosha National Park
Brimming with life

Following an exhilarating morning activity, depart for Onguma Fort in the eastern section of Etosha National Park.

Day 5

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Southern Etosha National Park
A rich variety of game

Today's wildlife exploration involves traversing across Etosha National Park, pausing at specific waterholes to witness gathered wildlife, having lunch at an internal rest camp...

Days 6 - 8

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Damaraland
A breath-taking mountainous region

Embark on a journey to the core of Damaraland for a three-night stay at Onduli Ridge. Damaraland's character is defined by vibrant hues, impressive mesa-like mountains, unique rock formations, and unconventional flora.

Days 9 -10

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Swakopmund
The traveller’s meeting place

The drive today takes you south past Namibia’s highest mountain, the Brandberg (2,573m), and into the coastal town of Swakopmund where you can enjoy the pleasant seaside location and cooler coastal air for two nights..

Days 11 - 12

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Sossusvlei
Shifting desert vistas

Embark on an enthralling journey today, guiding you southeast through captivating and continuously shifting desert vistas, passing through the striking Gaub and Kuiseb canyons to reach the dunes near Solitaire.

Day 13

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Your trip ends here

Otjimbondona Kalahari (Windhoek Outskirts)
Undulating Kalahari landscape

This morning you will set out towards Windhoek, enjoying a picnic lunch along the way.

Day 1

Windhoek
Windhoek
A meeting place between Africa and Europe

Historic Architecture - From the iconic Christuskirche (Christ Church) with its German Gothic design to the coloyrful, traditional Herero dresses worn by locals, Windhoek is a visual feast for architecture enthusiasts.

Day 2

Okonjima, The AfriCat Foundation
Okonjima, The AfriCat Foundation
A wildlife sanctuary

Conservation Awareness - An education and research center, strategically positioned for ecological research on rare and endangered species.

Days 3 - 4

Etosha National Park, Namibia
Etosha National Park, Namibia
Brimming with life

Unique wildlife sightings - Etosha National Park is a vast and enchanting wildlife sanctuary spanning over 22,000 square kilometres, home to a remarkable array of African wildlife.

Day 5

Southern Etosha National Park
Southern Etosha National Park
A rich variety of game

Waterholes - Etosha's numerous waterholes are natural magnets for wildlife, offering unparalleled opportunities for close-up wildlife encounters.

Days 6 - 8

Damaraland
Damaraland
A breath-taking mountainous region

Ancient Desert Landscapes - Damaraland is a mesmerizing region where dramatic rock formations, rugged mountains, and vast open plains converge to create a truly breathtaking setting.

Days 9 - 10

Swakopmund
Swakopmund
The traveller’s meeting place

Coastal Charm - Swakopmund exudes a unique charm that seamlessly blends German colonial architecture with a laid-back beach town vibe.

Days 11 - 12

Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei
Shifting desert vistas

Majestic Sand Dunes - Sossusvlei is renowned for its towering sand dunes, some of the highest in the world.

Day 13

Your trip ends here

Otjimbondona Kalahari (Windhoek Outskirts)
Otjimbondona Kalahari (Windhoek Outskirts)
Undulating Kalahari landscape

Relax & Unwind - The perfect place to end your Namibian family adventure.

Day 1

The Weinberg Boutique Hotel
1 Night - Windhoek, Namibia

The Weinberg Boutique Hotel offers the exclusivity and privacy synonymous with this prestigious estate, making it an ideal travel retreat.

The Weinberg Boutique Hotel

Day 2

Okonjima Bush Suite
1 Night - Okonjima, The AfriCat Foundation

With the scenic Omoroko Mountains as a backdrop, the Okonjima Bush Suite overlooks a waterhole and is nestled in the Acacia thorn veld, offering a secluded retreat.

Okonjima Bush Suite

Days 3 - 4

Onguma The Fort
2 Nights - Etosha National Park, Namibia

Experience unparalleled luxury and enchanting vistas at Onguma The Fort, a truly unique and exclusive retreat

Onguma The Fort

Day 5

Andersson’s at Ongava
1 Night - Southern Etosha National Park

Positioned just 4.5km away from Etosha National Park's Andersson Gate, Andersson’s at Ongava derives its name from Charles Andersson...

Andersson’s at Ongava

Days 6 - 8

Onduli Ridge
2 Nights - Damaraland

Named in honor of the resident giraffes in the vicinity, this camp is strategically nestled at the base of two south-facing granite formations, interconnected by a ridge.

Onduli Ridge

Days 9 - 10

Strand Hotel
2 Nights - Swakopmund

The Strand Hotel has a prime location on the beachfront and a range of sea facing terraces, restaurants and bars. It’s a social epicenter and destination in itself for all visitors to and residents of Swakopmund

Strand Hotel

Days 11 - 12

Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
2 Nights - Sossusvlei, Namibia

The &Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is a spectacular design of glass, rock and steel pavilions with a bold geometric structure at the center.

Sossusvlei Desert Lodge

Day 13

Your trip ends here

Otjimbondona Kalahari
1 Night - Namibia Kalahari Basin (Windhoek outskirts)

Nestled among the embrace of Camelthorn trees, overlooking a vista of undulating Kalahari landscape...

Otjimbondona Kalahari
  • 13 Nights accommodation with selected meals & local beverages
  • Transportation in a luxury air-conditioned safari vehicle
  • Services of a registered and experienced safari guide experienced in family travel
  • Entrance fees and excursions as specified as well as a Catamaran Charter, a night walk in Swakopmund and Okonjima activities
  • Airport transfers (Windhoek International Airport to the hotel, Otjimbondona – Windhoek International Airport)
  • International flights & airport taxes
  • All meals and drinks (premium and import brand beverages) not specified
  • Entrance fees and excursions not specified
  • All beverages and all drinks not specified in lodge stays
  • Laundry
  • All beverages with the exception of mineral water on board the safari vehicle
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Visa entry fees
  • Any PCR or antigen testing required for departing travellers should the airline, transit or home country require it
Ilse Steyn
From $9,235 per adult | From $6,735 per child Based on a family of 4
Ilse Steyn
From $9,235 per adult | From $6,735 per child Based on a family of 4

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Guest Testimonials

Discover why our guests select Scintilla for their travel to Southern Africa.

Cuan, everything going to plan so far with stunning weather and excellent service and amazing wildlife in Etosha!! Thanks again for your professionalism. Everything has been magical, and we have definitely brought some luck with us being the first group to find the elephants only after 10 minutes of looking !! Really appreciate your help, and I will be recommending you to our friends back home.

Tom Last, AU

My week in Namibia was sensational and went seamlessly. From the welcoming pickup from the airport to the beautiful accommodations and fascinating road-trip across much of the country, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Of particular note, the food at Hoodia Desert Lodge was impeccable and the al fresco lunch prepared by the guide after the visit to Deadvlei and Sossusvlei was simply magical. The sundowners at both Hoodia and Onduli Ridge were top-notch, each offering breathtaking views and fabulous Namibian gin cocktails and bites. What made the entire journey so easily enjoyable was the daily itineraries and maps presented to me upon arrival and the overall organization and attention to detail. My solo sojourn was truly flawless, and I will recommend it widely!

Sarah Scott, ZA

Hi Cuan.  Just wanted you to know we have had an amazing time in Namibia!  What an experience!  Yesterday we stopped off at a bar in a very remote village after tracking elephants and had beers and danced with the locals which was fantastic.  Between the orphanage, stops in many villages, the kids we’ve gotten to meet, the Himba village and of course all the animals it has just been incredible.  You organized quite a trip for us!  And now, Botswana!!!

The Soloman Family, USA

Well, we finished up Cape Town this evening, heading to safari tomorrow. We loved the country tour and winery tour, absolutely amazing. Also, our guide for both days, was one of the best we have ever had. We couldn’t imagine a better time and she couldn’t be more flexible. Thank you for setting up this first part of the vacation and setting us up with the tours.

Cory & Heather, USA

The most important thing for me to tell you is that we had a fabulous time with James exploring the Peninsula of Cape Town! Along with our visit to the Zeitz Museum, our day with James was a highlight of the time we spent in South Africa. He was friendly and open about discussing his experiences growing up with apartheid which I really appreciated. I enjoyed the towns we visited, the restaurant where we had lunch, our visit with the penguins, and our hike out to the shipwreck. Thank you!!

Emma & Lori, USA

Please convey my thanks to the Cape Town guiding teams! Without a doubt our most memorable moment of the trip was our visit to the Cape Peninsula with our guide, Chizzy. A major positive, thrilling time. The penguins, picnic and swim at the reservoir, continual birthday celebrations for Jack’s 18th Birthday were all home runs.

Suzanne, Jack & Family, USA

The trip was FANTASTIC, and our guide Marcus was absolutely superb! We took all of his recommendations for our last free day in the city and can’t thank him enough for the stellar suggestions.

Thomas & Mary Louise, Canada

Our guide Charlene was out of this world. She was charming, intelligent, and fun and she showed us the best of Cape Town while also educating us on the journey Cape Town has taken from Apartheid through today. We were fascinated, engaged, and overjoyed to spend our final days in Africa with her. She is truly outstanding.

Paul & Wendy, UK

It was great! Everything worked out perfectly! We absolutely loved the Sidecar experience – wow, was that fun! We loved our guide in Cape Town, Josh, he was the BEST! He was so fun. We took him for dinners and played golf with him! We just thought Cape Town was fantastic. Wine Country was great. Fantastic.

Joseph, Marsha & Family, USA

On Saturday, we met our guide, Charlene, who was OUTSTANDING. We had missed the Zeitz Museum, and she was happy to let us rearrange our schedule so that we could tour it as well as taking me to a beautiful craft market to buy gifts.  On arriving in the wine country, we enjoyed an amazing lunch at La Motte.  With Charlene's background in wines, she was able to recommend the best wineries to visit on the winetram, as well as several good restaurants in the area.

William & Constance, USA

Cape Town was so scenic and beautiful.  Had an interesting visit around town and to the houses of parliament with a very accommodating guide James.  James made that whole experience everything it was and deserves a lot of credit. What a great place to visit!  What phenomenal food!  What masters of hospitality they all are in Africa!

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