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Desert and Coast Namibia — luxury desert lodge with sand dunes at sunset
7 Days / 6 Nights Self-Drive Desert & Coast

Desert & Coast

Dunes. Desert. Ocean.

From N$22,900 per person sharing

About This Package

The Desert & Coast package pairs two of Namibia's most dramatic contrasts — the ancient silence of the Namib Desert and the wild, fog-swept Atlantic Ocean. In seven days you'll experience Sossusvlei's towering red dunes and the haunting Deadvlei clay pan, then follow the desert edge to Swakopmund, where German colonial architecture meets adventure tourism at the ocean's edge.

Walvis Bay rounds out the coastal experience with its extraordinary flamingo colony — thousands of pink birds gathered in the shallow lagoon — and some of the best seafood in southern Africa. This is a compact, focused package that doesn't try to do everything. It does the desert and coast exceptionally well.

Accorto Travel handles every booking on this route. You arrive with accommodation confirmed, vehicle arranged and a clear travel pack in hand.

The Route

Windhoek → Sossusvlei → Swakopmund → Walvis Bay → Windhoek

Day-by-Day Overview

Day 1

Arrival in Windhoek

Airport collection, transfer to accommodation, city orientation and an evening in Namibia's compact capital.

Days 2–3

Sossusvlei & Deadvlei

Drive into the Namib. Pre-sunrise entry to Deadvlei before crowds. Climb Big Daddy for panoramic dune views. Afternoon drive to Swakopmund via the Kuiseb canyon road.

Days 4–5

Swakopmund

Two nights on the coast. Explore the town, optional activities — sandboarding, quad biking, kayaking with seals, skydiving over the dunes. Fresh seafood dinners on the waterfront.

Day 6

Walvis Bay

Day trip to Walvis Bay. Thousands of flamingos at the lagoon, pelicans, the extraordinary pink salt pans and optional dolphin boat tour. Return to Swakopmund for final night.

Day 7

Return to Windhoek

Drive back through the Namib — a different route through the moonscape offers a completely different perspective. Departure from Windhoek or extend your stay.

What's Included

Included

  • ✓6 nights accommodation
  • ✓4x4 vehicle rental
  • ✓Namib-Naukluft park fees
  • ✓Airport assistance (arrival & departure)
  • ✓Detailed day-by-day itinerary
  • ✓Accorto Travel support throughout

Not Included

  • ✕International flights
  • ✕Travel insurance
  • ✕Meals (unless specified)
  • ✕Personal expenses
  • ✕Optional activities
  • ✕Walvis Bay boat tour fees

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Desert & Coast package?

6 nights accommodation, a 4x4 vehicle rental, Namib-Naukluft park fees, airport assistance on arrival and departure, a detailed day-by-day itinerary and Accorto Travel support. International flights, travel insurance, meals, personal expenses and optional activities such as the Walvis Bay boat tour are not included.

What activities can I do in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay?

Swakopmund offers sandboarding, quad biking, skydiving, sea kayaking with seals and township tours. Walvis Bay is famous for its flamingos and pelicans, dolphin and seal boat tours, and the striking pink salt pans. Both towns have excellent seafood restaurants.

Is this package good for first-time visitors?

Yes. Desert & Coast covers two of Namibia's most iconic experiences in a compact, well-paced 7 days. Driving distances are manageable and the route is straightforward. For first-timers who also want Etosha, consider our Classic Namibia (10 days) package.

Why does this package not include Etosha?

Desert & Coast is a focused itinerary concentrating on the desert and coastal experience. Adding Etosha would extend the trip to at least 10 days. If you want wildlife included, see Classic Namibia or First Adventure.

Can I extend this package?

Yes. We can add Etosha, include Damaraland, extend your coastal stay or upgrade accommodation. Contact us or use the Make It Yours section below.

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Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
TypeSelf-Drive
Vehicle4x4 Included
Group size2+ people
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