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This luxury safari explores the spectacular red dunes of Sossusvlei, the centuries-old rock engravings and ancient valleys where desert-adapted elephants roam in Damaraland, and the wildlife concentrations of Ongava Private Reserve bordering Etosha National Park.
Expect remote landscapes, no crowds, luxury lodges, scenic hot-air balloon and aeroplane flights, and encounters with unique arid-specialist animals and birds found nowhere else on earth.
Desert-adapted wildlife, ancient human art, & remote landscapes
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Highlights
Watch the sun rise over Sossusvlei’s iconic red dunes as you soar silently above the Namib in a hot-air balloon
Explore the shifting desert dunes on guided e-bike safaris
Track desert-adapted elephants through rugged, remote valleys and discover ancient human art shaped by time and culture
Rhino tracking on foot and exceptional predator sightings in the greater Etosha ecosystem
Scenic flights connect these remote landscapes, maximising time for adventure while ensuring effortless comfort
Locations
Windhoek: Namibia’s capital blends German influence with contemporary African energy. Set amid the Khomas Hochland highlands, it offers a relaxed introduction to the country – a place to pause, prepare and enjoy its cosmopolitan charm before the wilderness unfolds.
Sossusvlei: At the heart of the Namib Desert, Sossusvlei is a place of pure geometry and light – vast red dunes, bleached clay pans and desert horizons that shift with every sunrise. Here, the silence is profound, the stars endless, and the sense of space is unlike anywhere else on Earth.
Damaraland: A realm of sculpted mountains and dry river valleys, Damaraland captures Namibia’s raw essence. This rugged wilderness shelters desert-adapted elephants, elusive black rhino and an ancient human story told through rock engravings – a meeting point of geology, wildlife and culture.
Ongava Private Reserve: Bordering Etosha National Park, Ongava offers the intimacy of a private reserve with access to one of Africa’s great wildlife theatres. Rhino, elephant, lion, cheetah, leopard and large herds move freely through its plains and waterholes, creating superb game viewing in a tranquil, exclusive setting.
Lodges
1 night at Olive Grove Guesthouse (Windhoek). A stylish boutique guesthouse close to the Windhoek city centre, in a quiet and peaceful area – ideal to start and finish your journey through Namibia.
3 nights at Wilderness Kulala Desert Lodge (Sossusvlei). Set on a private reserve with direct access to Sossusvlei, this elegant desert lodge offers guided dune excursions, e-bike safaris and unforgettable sunrise balloon flights.
3 nights at Wilderness Doro Nawas Lodge (Damaraland). Perched on a rocky outcrop with panoramic views, this remote lodge combines comfort with authenticity, offering desert-adapted elephant tracking and cultural encounters with the Damara people.
3 nights at Encounter by Ongava (Ongava Private Reserve, bordering Etosha National Park). An intimate, classic safari camp renowned for exceptional rhino tracking, predator sightings and exclusive access to Etosha's vast salt pans.
Timing
Namibia is a year-round destination, with each season offering a different character. The dry season (May to October) is ideal for wildlife viewing, with animals gathering at waterholes and sparse vegetation making them easier to see.
November to April brings warmer temperatures and occasional rains that transform the landscape with green flushes, and migratory bird species arrive in droves. Sossusvlei is spectacular year-round, but ballooning is best in the calm early mornings from May to September.
Price per person sharing
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| Low season | 15 Feb to 31 Mar 2026 |
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| High season | Jun - Oct 2026 |
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Includes: Flights Johannesburg-Windhoek return and all small aircraft flights between Windhoek, Kulala, Doro Nawas, and Ongava, airport and inter-lodge transfers, all accommodation, breakfast in Windhoek, all meals, local drinks and activities at Kulala, Doro Nawas and Ongava, balloon safari and e-bike excursions at Kulala, desert-adapted elephant tracking at Doro Nawas, rhino tracking at Ongava, conservation fees, 24/7 logistical support.
Excludes: International flights and airport taxes, visas, mandatory travel, cancellation and medical insurance, gratuities, premium beverages, personal expenses, optional activities and services not mentioned.
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We donate a portion of the revenue from every safari sold to carefully selected conservation projects that make a significant difference at ground level.
“My favourite country”
Sonja Deutschendorff, AG German-speaking safari expert: “Namibia is my favourite country in Africa. Travelling with a guide allows you to relax and enjoy the breathtaking desert scenery. Amongst the most remarkable experiences are tracking desert-adapted black rhinos on foot in Damaraland and walking up the huge red dunes at Sossusvlei.”
“Slow down”
Ramona Cilliers, AG Namibia safari expert: “I love how Namibia's arid landscapes offer so much detail if you slow down and take it all in. I enjoy bird-watching while waiting in Damaraland's remote canyons for desert-adapted elephants and giraffes to drop by for a drink at an isolated seep."
“Staggering wildlife volumes”
Luis Gama, AG Namibia safari expert: “For me, Namibia is about finding and watching the desert-adapted wildlife like elephants, lions, black rhino and oryx. Among my favourite moments are spending hours at Etosha's waterholes at the peak of the dry season - when the volume of animals coming and going is staggering”
Frequently Asked Questions
The dry season (May–October) is ideal for wildlife viewing, as animals gather at waterholes and sparse vegetation makes sightings easier. Hot-air ballooning over Sossusvlei is best from May to September, when early mornings are calm. The green season (November–April) brings migratory birds and dramatic desert transformation.
Desert-adapted elephants roam Damaraland's dry riverbeds, while Ongava Private Reserve offers black rhino, lion, cheetah, and leopard. Etosha's waterholes attract large elephant and plains game herds. Throughout the journey you'll also encounter gemsbok, Hartmann's mountain zebra, giraffe, and arid-specialist birds found nowhere else on Earth.
You depart before dawn and watch the balloon inflate by firelight before lifting silently above Sossusvlei's red dunes at sunrise. The flight reveals the vast geometry of the desert — dune ridges, dry clay pans, and wildlife below. This experience is included at Wilderness Kulala Desert Lodge.
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