Cycle Namibia Tour with 35 Reviews by Exodus Adventure Travels

12 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Windhoek, Namibia

Ends

Windhoek, Namibia

Highlights

Cycle through the Namibian wilderness with a like-minded group

Safari in Etosha National Park, searching for lions, elephants and more

Hop on a fat bike to explore the Swakopmund dunes

Witness sunrise from the summit of a towering dune in Sossusvlei

Camp under the starry Namibian sky, visiting floodlit waterholes where wildlife gathers

Itinerary

Pedal into the heart of Namibia’s wild landscapes on the “Cycle Namibia” tour, a 12-day mountain biking adventure that promises both breathtaking vistas and thrilling rides. Starting and ending in Windhoek, this guided trip for experienced travelers journeys through dramatic terrain, from the capital city to Swakopmund, Otjiwarongwe, and several other iconic destinations. Namibia’s vast deserts, granite hills, and endless plains come alive as you cycle past roaming elephants, giraffes, and lions, offering a rare, up-close perspective of the country’s unspoiled beauty.

This challenging itinerary is designed for those seeking a physically engaging experience, with daily routes that cover varied landscapes and elevations. Highlights include the unique sensation of riding over rolling dunes on specially adapted fat bikes, a sunrise cycle among some of the world’s highest dunes, and unforgettable wildlife encounters during game drives in Etosha National Park—regarded as one of southern Africa’s premier reserves.

Accommodations, transport, and meals are all included, ensuring you can focus on the adventure and camaraderie of a small group. The main activity, mountain biking, is complemented by moments to soak in Namibia’s endless skies and shifting colors, creating an immersive exploration both on and off the bike. What sets this tour apart is the combination of exhilarating cycling routes with exclusive wildlife experiences, making it perfect for travelers who crave both action and authentic encounters with nature.

If you’re ready for a trip that blends physical challenge with the raw allure of Africa’s wilderness, “Cycle Namibia” delivers an unparalleled adventure on two wheels.

day 1 - Adventure starts in Windhoek

Begin your adventure at Arebbusch Lodge in Windhoek. The afternoon can be spent exploring or relaxing, perhaps taking a dip in the pool or watching the many native birds that swoop overhead.

Around 6pm, say hello to your tour leader and fellow travellers at the lodge, where we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.

Your tour leader then ensures a big welcome by arranging an optional group dinner (this will be included for all in 2026).

Want to explore further? Secure pre-tour nights through your sales representative.

Accommodation:Arebbusch Lodge (or similar)

day 2 - Transfer to Kupferberg Pass; introductory cycle past private farms and local wildlife

Leaving Windhoek, we start with a short transfer towards the Khomas Hochland and the top of the Kupferberg Pass. From here, we get our first taste of cycling through the amazing landscapes of Namibia as we descend along winding roads past private farms and local wildlife, getting used to the terrain for about 28mi (45km) while stopping regularly for snacks and pictures. Our campsite tonight is on a family-owned farm surrounded by mountains. There's a dipping pool if you'd like to cool down and a small shop serving locally sourced and homegrown products.

Accommodation: Stofpad Lodge & Camping (or similar)

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Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:Stofpad Lodge & Camping (or similar)

day 3 - Cycle along gravel trails towards Sesriem

Leaving camp on our bikes, we continue along gravel roads on rolling hills. We cycle down the Remhoogte pass to the west where we will soon find open plains towards the desert. We aim to get to Solitaire for lunch and hopefully have the opportunity to try the local apple crumble, which has been called the best in the Southern Hemisphere. After lunch, we transfer to Sesriem. If we don’t visit Solitaire this day we will stop at Solitaire again on day 4.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Sesriem Camp (or similar)

day 4 - Climb Dune 45 and cycle back to Sesriem past giant dunes

Waking early, we drive 25mi (40km) to some of the highest dunes in the world before climbing Dune 40 or 45 as the first sunrays peak over the horizon and hit the red-ochre sand. After descending, we have breakfast with a view before taking to our bikes for a ride back to Sesriem along a paved road cutting through the towering dunes. Depending on the weather, we may be able to do a 15.5mi (25km) ride to Sossusvlei parking area and have a quick walk to Hiddenvlei or optional 4x4 ride to Deadvlei. We might also return from Dune 40 and cycle 40km back to Sesriem. After lunch at camp, we transfer to Solitaire. In the afternoon, we can visit the Namib Carnivore Conservation Centre to see cheetahs (depending on time, we may go tomorrow morning).

Accommodation: Solitaire Camp (or similar)

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Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:Solitaire Camp (or similar)

day 5 - Morning cycle through Namib Naukluft Desert; transfer to Walvis Bay then on to Swakopmund

After a short transfer, or we cycle from camp, we continue on our journey north, cycling towards the Tropic of Capricorn. If conditions allow, we have the option of cycling over the Kuiseb Pass or a different route towards the coast. With luck, we should see ostriches, springbok, gemsbok and mountain zebras. Once again, we end our ride in the shadow of Guab Pass before transferring to Walvis Bay, which is known for its flamingos. From here, we continue to Swakopmund, driving with the ocean on the right and the dunes on the left.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Prost Hotel (or similar)

day 6 - Fat biking on dunes and free afternoon for optional activities

This morning, we are introduced to our modified fat bikes and cycle into the vast expanse of dunes surrounding Swakopmund. Fat bikes have very wide tyres that make it possible to cycle over sand and explore areas that regular mountain bikes are unable to reach. Our ride takes approximately 2hr 30min to 3hr 30min and includes a coastline section if the tide is in our favour. On our return to Swakopmund, we have a free afternoon to enjoy one of the many optional activities available nearby, such as sandboarding or quad biking. If you feel like relaxing, this Germanic town is renowned for its cake and coffee shops.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Prost Hotel (or similar)

day 7 - Spitzkoppe ride

Leave Swakopmund this morning, passing the nearby Moon Valley landscape, for Spitzkoppe where we have an early lunch. This impressive granite peak rising from the gravel plains is known as the Matterhorn of Namibia.

We explore the area on foot in the late afternoon. When there have been good rains, it may be possible to find rock pools where we can take a refreshing dip. Later in the afternoon, we can go on an optional short hike in the area.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:Spitzkoppe Camp (or similar)

day 8 - Transfer to Etosha National Park for safari

After a relaxing start to the morning, we transfer to Etosha National Park, one of the best game-viewing parks in southern Africa. We go on a late afternoon game drive in search of various wildlife, including elephants, rhinos and lions. In camp, we can sit by the watering hole, which is floodlit at night, and enjoy the living theatre that unfolds as animals come to drink the water.

Accommodation: 2025: Okaukuejo Camp (or similar) 2026: Etosha Safari Camp (or similar)

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Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:2025: Okaukuejo Camp (or similar) 2026: Etosha Safari Camp (or similar)

day 9 - Safari in Etosha National Park

Today is dedicated to safari. We go on morning and afternoon game drives and have the opportunity to relax in camp during the heat of the day when the wildlife hides from the Namibian sun.

Accommodation: 2025: Okaukuejo Camp (or similar) 2026: Etosha Safari Camp (or similar)

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Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:2025: Okaukuejo Camp (or similar) 2026: Etosha Safari Camp (or similar)

day 10 - Transfer from park; Otjiwa ride

We leave Etosha National Park and transfer approximately 75mi (120km) to Otjiwa, the oldest safari lodge in Namibia. After lunch, we go on an afternoon ride along the jeep tracks and hopefully see some of the local wildlife. For our last night of camping, we enjoy a delicious braai (barbecue) under the African night sky.

Accommodation: Otjiwa Safari Camp (or similar)

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Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:Otjiwa Safari Camp (or similar)

day 11 - Cycle in Otjiwa and transfer to Waterberg Plateau for an optional walk

This morning, we cycle from camp along the jeep tracks of Otjiwa Lodge for about three hours while looking for wildlife. We then transfer to our accommodation at the impressive red table mountain formation of the Waterberg Plateau, where we can cool off in the pool and enjoy our last night of the trip in a comfortable room. This afternoon, we can also go for a walk on the Waterberg Plateau.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Waterberg Lodge (or similar)

day 12 - Adventure ends at Windhoek Airport

A 3hr 30min drive brings us back to Windhoek, where our adventure ends. Bid farewell to new-found friends and begin your return journey home. If you’d like the adventure to continue, speak to our sales representative about extending your stay.

Please note: The group transfer back to Windhoek is scheduled to align with a chosen flight to London, UK; therefore, you should not book flights leaving before then. Please contact your sales representative for the timings of this flight.

Meals:Breakfast

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What's Included

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All breakfasts, two lunches, five dinners

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All transport and listed activitiesArrival transfer for any flight, group departure transfer available

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Tour leader throughout

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Local bike hire

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