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Namibia in 2 Weeks: 3 Recommended 2-week Itineraries to Namibia

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Namibia 2-week Itinerary Options

Stuck for ideas? Take a look at our Namibia 2-week itinerary suggestions below. From the dramatic landscapes of the Namib Desert to the wildlife-rich Etosha National Park, these plans will help you make the most of your trip to Namibia.

Itinerary #1: Desert Camping and Safari Drives

Tourists climb Dune No.45 as a part of spending two weeks in Namibia.
Climb atop Dune 45, an iconic Namibian sand dune, famed for its striking orange hues and breathtaking sunrise views.
  Overview Activity
Day 1 Start your trip in Windhoek Arrival
Day 2 Drive to Sossusvlei and check into your lodge Scenic drive
Day 3 Climb Dune 45 and visit the white clay pan of Deadvlei Climb Dune
Day 4 Drive to Swakopmund Scenic drive
Day 5 Adventure activities in Swakopmund Outdoor activities
Day 6 Visit Cape Cross Seal Colony, drive to Damaraland Scenic drive
Day 7 Explore Twyfelfontein rock engravings Exploration
Day 8-10 Spend your time on game drives to spot the wildlife in Etosha Wildlife spotting
Day 11-12 Enjoy hiking in the Waterberg Plateau Hiking
Day 13 Return to Windhoek for a city tour City sightseeing
Day 14 End your trip in Windhoek Departure

This 2-week Namibia itinerary combines the best of the country’s natural wonders with thrilling safari experiences. Begin your journey in Windhoek, the capital city, before heading to the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei. Here, you'll have the opportunity to climb Dune 45 for breathtaking sunrise views and explore the hauntingly beautiful Deadvlei. Venture to the coastal town of Swakopmund for adrenaline-pumping activities like sandboarding and quad biking. En route to Damaraland, stop at Cape Cross Seal Colony to witness thousands of Cape fur seals. In Damaraland, explore the ancient rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, a Unesco World Heritage site. Spend three days in Etosha National Park, one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations spotting elephants, lions, rhinos, and numerous other species gathered around the park's waterholes. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Waterberg Plateau, where you can enjoy scenic hikes and spot some of Namibia's rarer antelope species.

Itinerary #2: Canyons, Ghost Towns, and Epic Sand Dunes

Kolmanskop Ghost Town of Namibia.
Visit the buildings in Kolmanskop, which was once a thriving diamond town, now haunting and sinking in the desert sand.
Scenic view of the Fish River Canyon enjoyed during one week in Namibia.
Take to the Fish River Canyon, Africa's largest canyon, showcasing dramatic landscapes and ancient geological formations.
  Overview Activity
Day 1 Land in Windhoek. Arrival
Day 2 Drive to the Kalahari Desert. Scenic drive
Day 3 Explore Kalahari, then visit drive the Fish River Canyon. Exploration
Day 4 Hike the Fish River Canyon rim. Hiking
Day 6 Venture into Luderitz. Transfer
Day 6 Visit Kolmanskop ghost town. Exploration
Day 7-8 Explore Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon. Canyon Exploration
Day 9-10 Sandboarding and quad biking at Swakopmund. Sandboarding
Day 11-12 Rock climbing and bushman paintings at Spitzkoppe. Rock climbing
Day 13 Return to Windhoek and take a city tour. City sightseeing
Day 14 Depart from Windhoek. Departure

This adventure-packed two-week itinerary takes you on a journey through Namibia's most dramatic landscapes and offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. Start by exploring the red dunes of the Kalahari Desert where you can enjoy scenic hikes along the canyon rim.

Next, visit the charming coastal town of Luderitz and explore the nearby Kolmanskop ghost town. Head to Sossusvlei, where you'll have a full day to explore the towering dunes and the otherworldly landscape of Deadvlei. In Swakopmund, indulge in adrenaline-pumping activities like sandboarding down the dunes and quad-biking through the desert. The trip concludes with a visit to Spitzkoppe, known as the "Matterhorn of Namibia," where you can try rock climbing and view ancient Bushman rock paintings.

Itinerary #3: Namibia North to South

The Parliament Gardens in Windhoek.
Explore Windhoek’s Parliament Gardens: a serene park with vibrant flora and the iconic statue honoring Namibia’s independence and unity.
Giraffes, springboks, and oryxs in Etosha National Park.
Etosha National Park boasts over 100 mammal species and 340 bird species, highlighting its rich biodiversity and conservation success.
  Overview Activity
Day 1 Touch down Windhoek Arrival
Day 2 Drive to Okonjima Nature Reserve Scenic drive
Day 3 Big cat tracking in Okonjima Cat tracking
Day 4-6 Drive to Etosha National Park for game drive and wildlife viewing Game drive
Day 7 Take to Opuwo of Kunene Region Exploration
Day 8 Visit the Himba village Village exploration
Day 9 Explore the beauty of Damaraland Exploration
Day 10 Hike to the Brandberg Mountain Hiking
Day 11-12 Explore Swakopmund Exploration
Day 13 Embark on a Walvis Bay dolphin cruise Cruise tour
Day 14 Farewell in Windhoek Departure

This Namibia in 2 weeks itinerary will take you from north to south of Namibia, stopping at various wildlife and cultural attractions. Begin at Okonjima Nature Reserve, home to the AfriCat Foundation, where you can track cheetahs and leopards on foot. Then spend three days in Etosha National Park, one of Africa's greatest wildlife sanctuaries, observing elephants, lions, and numerous other species. Journey to the remote Kunene Region to meet the Himba people, one of the last semi-nomadic tribes in Africa. In Damaraland, explore the ancient rock art at Brandberg Mountain, Namibia's highest peak. The trip concludes in Swakopmund, where you can take a dolphin-watching cruise near Walvis Bay.

Need help in planning your 2-week itinerary to Namibia?

Two weeks in Namibia offer the perfect amount of time to immerse yourself in the country’s stunning landscapes and rich wildlife. Whether you’re exploring the wildlife-rich Etosha National Park, discovering the unique culture of the Himba people, or taking in the majestic desert scenery, a two-week itinerary in Namibia offers the ideal balance of adventure and relaxation.

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