From towering red dunes and vast desert landscapes to the Atlantic coast and wildlife-rich Etosha, discover Namibia on an unforgettable 18-day journey filled with striking contrasts, unique experiences and endless opportunities for adventure and photography.
Duration
18 days, 17 nights
Group size
Min 8 - Max 10
Min Age
18+
Start/End
Windhoek Airport
Namibia Photography Tour through contrasting landscapes
Namibia is a remarkable destination for photographers and curious travellers alike. Its vast horizons, striking contrasts and ever-changing light create a landscape that feels different at every turn. From the deep red dunes of Sossusvlei and the ancient terrain of the Namib Desert to the immense Fish River Canyon, the abandoned buildings of Kolmanskop and the windswept Skeleton Coast, the country offers extraordinary subjects for your camera — and plenty of reasons to put it down and simply take it all in.
Beyond its landscapes, Namibia reveals a rich diversity of wildlife and cultures. In Etosha National Park, we explore open savannas and waterholes where elephants, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife gather. In the country’s remote regions, encounters with local communities offer opportunities to learn about different ways of life, traditions and relationships with the land, always with respect for the people who call these places home.
This 18-day Namibia photography tour brings together the country’s southern and northern highlights in one extended journey. We’ll travel from the red sands of the Kalahari and the fossil-rich landscapes around Keetmanshoop to the Atlantic coast, the dunes of Sossusvlei and the rugged scenery of Damaraland, before ending with wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park.
Along the way, we’ll discover the distinctive Quiver Trees, look for the wild horses of Garub, explore Kolmanskop’s sand-filled buildings and experience the changing atmosphere of the desert from dawn to dusk. There will be opportunities to observe, explore and photograph these places in different light, with time to appreciate the details as well as the wider landscapes.
You don’t need to be an experienced photographer to join. Whether you’re travelling with a camera or simply enjoy nature, unusual places and the stories behind them, this journey offers a varied perspective on Namibia.
Travel in a small group, sharing the same itinerary and included activities, with a choice of accommodation to suit your preferences. Opt for a budget-conscious combination of campsites, tented camps and guesthouses, or choose the lodge upgrade for greater comfort.
Come and discover Namibia through its landscapes, wildlife and people — one remarkable place at a time.
Highlights Along the Way
Windhoek → Kalahari → Keetmanshoop → Fish River Canyon → Orange River → Lüderitz & Kolmanskop → Aus & Duwisib → Sossusvlei → Walvis Bay & Swakopmund → Damaraland → Etosha National Park → Windhoek
This journey combines the dramatic landscapes of southern Namibia with the Atlantic coast, the rugged wilderness of Damaraland and the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha National Park. Starting and ending in Windhoek, the route takes us through some of the country’s most distinctive regions, with time to explore and photograph each along the way.
The quieter, more remote south
Landscapes shaped by time, wind and solitude
The journey begins in the Kalahari, where red sand, sparse vegetation and open horizons create a distinctive desert landscape. Further south, we visit the extraordinary Quiver Tree Forest and the fossil-rich landscapes around Keetmanshoop, before reaching the vast Fish River Canyon.
On the Atlantic coast, the abandoned buildings of Kolmanskop tell the story of Namibia’s diamond-mining past. Sand slowly reclaiming empty rooms and corridors makes this one of the country’s most evocative places to explore with a camera.
We’ll also look for the wild horses around Garub and travel through the striking landscapes of southern Namibia before heading north.
Sossusvlei and the Namib Desert
Sand dunes, long shadows and changing light
The towering dunes of the Namib Desert are among Namibia’s most recognisable landscapes. We’ll explore the Sossusvlei and Deadvlei area, where pale clay pans, ancient dead trees and deep-orange dunes create striking contrasts.
We’ll also have opportunities to photograph the desert around sunset and experience the changing light across the sand.
The Atlantic coast and Skeleton Coast
Where the desert meets the ocean
Namibia’s coast offers a different atmosphere altogether. In Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, we’ll have the opportunity to experience the marine environment on a kayaking excursion and explore the dramatic dunes around Sandwich Harbour by 4×4.
Further north, the Skeleton Coast reveals a remote, windswept landscape, with a visit to Cape Cross and its large Cape fur seal colony before we continue into Damaraland.
Damaraland and desert-adapted wildlife
Rugged mountains, open plains and a different side of Namibia
Damaraland is known for its stark mountain scenery, geological formations and wildlife adapted to arid conditions. Depending on local conditions and availability, there may be opportunities to join an optional tracking excursion in search of desert-adapted elephants or rhinos, or learn more about the region’s cultural heritage.
Etosha National Park
Wildlife around waterholes and open plains
The final part of our journey takes us to Etosha National Park, one of southern Africa’s best-known wildlife destinations. We’ll spend time exploring the park, looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and predators, with sightings always dependent on nature and conditions.
Accommodation: choose your travel style
Everyone follows the same itinerary and shares the included activities. The difference is where you sleep.
Standard accommodation
A mix of campsites, tented camps and guesthouses, chosen to keep the trip more budget-conscious while retaining the character of the places we visit. Camping equipment is provided, including a tent, mattress, pillow and sleeping bag.
Lodge upgrade
For those who prefer more comfort, the upgrade provides private ensuite rooms at the relevant overnight stops. Accommodation varies by location, and the same itinerary and included activities apply.
Where practical, both options can share meals and spend time together at the camps.
Is this trip for you?
This journey covers a large part of Namibia and involves substantial distances between destinations. Most days will include several hours on the road, often on gravel roads, and the landscape can feel remote and exposed. The reward is the variety: desert scenery, unusual geological formations, coastal wildlife, cultural encounters and game viewing in Etosha.
The trip is a good fit if you enjoy nature, photography, road journeys and places that feel far removed from everyday life. You don’t need advanced photography skills or specialist equipment, but patience, curiosity and flexibility will help you get the most out of it.
MAHO’s Namibia Photography Tour Highlights
- Explore the red sands of the Kalahari on a sunset nature drive, with opportunities to spot wildlife and experience the changing colours of the desert.
- Photograph the Quiver Tree Forest near Keetmanshoop, where these striking trees create an otherworldly silhouette against the vast Namibian sky.
- Stand at the edge of Fish River Canyon, taking in the immense scale and rugged beauty of one of Africa’s most spectacular natural landscapes.
- Follow the Orange River through an unexpectedly lush corner of southern Namibia, contrasting with the arid landscapes along the way.
- Explore Kolmanskop Ghost Town, where drifting desert sand has reclaimed the abandoned buildings of a former diamond-mining settlement.
- Look for the wild horses of Garub near Aus, adapted to the harsh conditions of the Namibian desert.
- Travel through the remote landscapes of southern Namibia, from the scenic D707 region to historic Duwisib and the open plains beyond.
- Marvel at the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei and photograph the surreal beauty of Deadvlei, with its ancient dead trees set against pale clay and soaring dunes.
- Spend a night under Namibia’s star-filled skies, with a choice of camping, tented camps, guesthouses or upgraded lodge accommodation.
- Discover the remarkable life hidden in the desert on a guided Living Desert Tour, looking for the small creatures that thrive in this seemingly barren environment.
- Kayak alongside seals in the waters around Walvis Bay, with possible sightings of dolphins and abundant birdlife.
- Join a 4×4 excursion to Sandwich Harbour, where immense sand dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean in a dramatic coastal landscape.
- Explore the Skeleton Coast and visit Cape Cross Seal Reserve, home to a vast colony of Cape fur seals.
- Discover the rugged landscapes of Damaraland, with opportunities for optional wildlife tracking and cultural experiences
- Meet Himba and Damara tribes and learn about their traditions
- Spend time searching for wildlife in Etosha National Park, from elephants, giraffes and zebras to lions and many other species, on game drives across its open plains and around its waterholes.
- Photograph Namibia’s extraordinary contrasts, from desert textures and abandoned settlements to wildlife, coastal scenery and wide-open horizons, with opportunities to experience the landscape in changing light throughout the journey.
Don’t miss out on this adventure of a lifetime and secure your spot now on our epic Namibia photo safari group tour!
Join us in Namibia
Namibia is a country best experienced with time to travel beyond a single region. This journey brings its southern desert landscapes, Atlantic coast, rugged interior and wildlife areas together in one small-group adventure.
Interested in joining us? Get in touch with MAHO on Earth to ask about availability, accommodation options and the planned departure.
Looking for a different way to explore Namibia? We can arrange custom departures, from vehicle hire only to a fully organised trip. Have fewer holiday days available? You can also join selected parts of this itinerary.
Get in touch to discuss your plans and we’ll help you find the right way to experience Namibia.
Please note: With a minimum of 8 participants, the trip will be led by our professional photographer Bernd. Check out his photo gallery from our 2026 tour: https://www.bernhard-schwarz-photography.de/en/projects/namibia-2026
While here, check out our in-depth Botswana mobile camping adventure tour!
Inclusions/Exclusions
- 17 nights of accommodation, according to the selected option
- Camping equipment for guests choosing the standard option
- Transport throughout Namibia in a suitable tour vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Airport pick-up and departure transfer
- German and Turkish language support from MAHO
- Meals specified in the itinerary (17 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches, 13 Dinners)
- All entrance fees and permits according to the itinerary
- Included excursions and activities specified in the itinerary, including the Kalahari wildlife experience, Mesosaurus and Quiver Tree Forest visit, Kolmanskop visit with photography access, Living Desert Tour, coastal excursions and Etosha game drive
- Water refills in the tour vehicle
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Medications, vaccinations, personal expenses
- Travel/health insurance (recommended)
- Meals not stated as included as per itinerary, snacks
- All drinks other than specified as per itinerary
- Optional activities and anything else not stated as included as per itinerary
- Tips for local guides
Tour Itinerary
Welcome to Namibia!
Upon arrival at Windhoek International Airport, you’ll be picked up and transferred to our lovely lodge at the doorsteps of the Kalahari Desert, about 45 minutes drive away.
For the rest of the day, you may wish to relax by the pool, explore the surroundings on well-marked hiking trails, or watch the animals from a hide. After dinner, you may visit the hide to observe nocturnal animals such as jackals and porcupine
- Included Meals: Dinner
- Accommodation: Eningu Kalahari Lodge
- Included Activities: Airport pick-up
Today we will continue our journey deeper into the Kalahari Desert, where giant red termite castles dot the landscape.
Kalahari, famous for its red sand, generally known as a desert, is now classified as semi-desert. Large parts of the sandy areas are covered with grass and occasional acacias. The characteristic of the Kalahari is the red longitudinal dunes, which run parallel to the prevailing wind direction and, unlike the dunes of the Namib Desert, no longer migrate.
After settling in, we’ll have the opportunity to hike in the dunes and spot some animals. In the late afternoon, we’ll go on a fantastic sunset nature drive with cheetah excursion and sundowner on the dunes.
We will be looking out for giraffes, kudus, zebras, oryx and other wildlife, and get a closer look at cheetahs during an educational excursion, learning more about these remarkable predators and capturing memorable photographs. We will then end the day on a high dune, watching the sun set over the vast landscape while enjoying refreshments and traditional Namibian snacks.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Bagatelle Kalahari Ranch Campsite
- Lodge Upgrade: Bagatelle Kalahari Ranch Garden Room
- Included Activities: Sunset game drive, cheetah excursion, sundowner, hike in the dunes
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Quivertree Forest Rest Camp
- Lodge Upgrade: Quivertree Forest Rest Camp Igloo Bungalows
- Included Activities: Sunrise visit to Meerkats, Quiver Trees, and Mesosaurus fossils guided tour
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Norotshama River Resort Campsite
- Lodge Upgrade: Norotshama River Resort Room
- Included Activities: Fish River Canyon viewpoints
Early in the morning, we’ll have the option of taking a canoe tour on the Orange River or driving the 4x4 Canyon Route in Aussenkehr Nature Reserve (own expense to be settled with the lodge management).
After breakfast, we'll head to the coastal town of Luderitz. Time permitting we’ll do Diaz Point/peninsula drive for sunset.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Guesthouse
- Activities: Scenic drive, Lüderitz peninsula drive (time permitting)
An early visit to Kolmanskop offers time to explore the abandoned diamond-mining settlement and photograph its sand-filled buildings. The visit includes a guided tour and photography access as arranged for the group.
Later, we continue through the desert landscapes around Aus with an opportunity to look for the wild horses of Garub.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Klein Aus Vista Campsite
- Lodge Upgrade: Klein Aus Vista Desert Horse Inn
- Included Activities: Kolmanskop Ghost Town sunrise photography tour
We follow a scenic route through the southern countryside towards Duwisib, a remote area of rocky hills, open plains and striking desert scenery. The pace of the day depends on road conditions and stops along the way.
For the rest of the afternoon until dinner time, you may choose the explore the surroundings on foot, join a sunset drive offered by the farm (own expense), or just relax by the pool.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: Duwisib Guestfarm (self-catering rooms)
- Activities: Scenic drive including the D707 region, Duwisib Castle*
*Please note that Duwisib Castle has inconsistent opening times, and the ticket office may not be occupied while we are there. As a result, the entrance fee is not included in the tour price. From the outside, it's free to photograph.
We continue north towards the Namib Desert and the gateway to Sossusvlei. The landscape gradually changes as we approach the great dune fields. Depending on arrival time and conditions, there may be an opportunity to experience the dunes in the late-afternoon light.
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Sesriem Campsite
- Lodge Upgrade: Sossus Dune Lodge
- Included Activities: Elim Dunes for sunset
We set out to explore the dunes of Sossusvlei and the striking clay pan of Deadvlei, with its ancient dead trees set against pale ground and towering orange sand. We’ll have time to walk and photograph the landscape, with the exact schedule shaped by the light and conditions.
We’ll rise early today to watch the sunrise over the red dunes of the Namib Desert, a truly epic sight. We’ll hop in our vehicle while it's still dark and drive the 60 km through the sand dunes towards Sossusvlei public car park. From here it’s a short walk to the base of the Big Daddy, the highest dune in the park. The climb would take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on your fitness level and determination, but the tough hike on soft sand is worth it all. We’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views and a sense of achievement. After admiring the 360-degree views, we’ll run off the side of the dune into the Deadvlei and explore the salt pan filled with dead camel thorn trees. If you don’t want to hike or want to have more time for photography in Deadvlei, you can take the 4x4 shuttle into Deadvlei and back to the parking lot.
We’ll spend most of the day exploring the desert floor and sand dunes on foot as this is the best way and with a bit of luck we might spot wild animals like oryx. We’ll stop at Dune 45 and 40 on our way out of the national park and take our time to explore and photograph the beauty of the desert for as long as we need. We’ll have breakfast and lunch at appropriate spots in the park.
Our last stop will be Sesriem Canyon before we exit the park and continue to our next accommodation, roughly 1 hour away, where we’ll enjoy the sunset and starry night in another stunning landscape at the base of the rugged mountain range.
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: 3* Nature Lodge near Solitaire
- Included Activities: Dune 40/45, Deadvlei, Sossusvlei, Big Daddy, Sesriem Canyon
Today after breakfast, we’ll make our way to the town of Walvis Bay driving through Solitaire and the Kuiseb pass. We'll make photo stops as we travel through impressive rock formations and seemingly lifeless gravel plains.
In the afternoon, we will embark on a special safari in search of the tiny inhabitants of the desert dunes. While the untrained eye can only see sand, our guide will spot unique creatures like the Dancing White Lady, the Desert Chameleon, the sand-diving Gecko, and many more. With an enriched perception of the desert, we'll head to our guesthouse to wash off our desert dust before going out for dinner at a great local restaurant.
- Included Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Guesthouse
- Included Activities: Living Desert Tour, Solitaire & Tropic of Capricorn
This morning, we’ll board a catamaran to get to Pelican Point, rich in wildlife and home to one of the largest colonies of Cape Fur Seals in Namibia. We’ll be the first ones landing on the beach where our guides will be waiting to take us on a kayak tour amongst the curious seals. No previous kayaking experience is necessary, fun and up-close encounters with the seals are guaranteed; pelicans, dolphins, and other mammals can be spotted if lucky. Optionally, you may choose to stay aboard the catamaran for a whale safari.
When we return to the beach following the thoroughly entertaining morning, we jump in our 4 x 4 vehicles and drive across the epic sand dunes of Sandwich Harbour, where ancient sand dunes meet the crashing Atlantic Ocean. We’ll spend an exciting, educational roller-coaster afternoon in this wild and dramatic location featuring otherworldly scenery with an endless view of sand and sky.
As part of this full-day combo excursion, we’ll have lunch on the beach or in the dunes. At the end of this fabulous day, we’ll have a short drive to Swakopmund, the adventure capital of Namibia, where we will spend the next two nights.
- Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
- Accommodation: Swakopmund Hotel
- Included Activities: Pelican Point Kayaking & Sandwich Harbour 4x4 Combo Tour
Today is a free day to spend at your own leisure. Have a well-deserved lie-in, or take part in some of the amazing optional activities, like skydiving, sandboarding, fat biking, paragliding, scenic flight, township tour, shopping, and much more. Swakopmund has also great cafes and restaurants, and sunset bars on the beach if you fancy. To optimize flexibility and time management, our accommodation in Swakopmund is centrally located within a couple of blocks from the beach and the best restaurants in town.
- Included Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Included Activities: None
After a leisurely breakfast, we’ll head towards the Skeleton Coast and Cape Cross Seal Colony. We’ll stop by one of the famous Skeleton Coast shipwrecks on the way before reaching the largest breeding cape fur seal colony in the world.
We'll spend hilarious moments with the seals before we continue to inland towards Damaraland. From here, the landscape becomes increasingly remote.
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Hoada Tented Camp
- Lodge Upgrade: Grootberg Lodge
- Included Activities: Cape Cross Seal Colony, Shipwreck
Today is a free day to discover Damaraland’s rugged scenery and cultural heritage. Optional excursions may include tracking in search of desert-adapted wildlife or visits connected with the region’s local communities, subject to availability and conditions.
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Hoada Tented Camp
- Lodge Upgrade: Grootberg Lodge
- Included Activities: None
- Optional Activities: Desert Elephant Tracking, Rhino Tracking, Damaraland Cultural Excursion
We continue towards Etosha, with the possibility of selected cultural or nature stops along the way where time and the route allow (e.g. Himba Village). Our ultimate destination today is Etosha National Park.
We’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant in the town of Outjo. From there we’ll head into Etosha National Park and safari our way to our accommodation. Our camp/resort has a floodlit waterhole where you can watch the animals as they come to drink. If you wish you can simply sit down and watch the animals come and go the whole night. African Bush TV at its best!
Etosha is home to a great variety of species, which are generally easy to find as the animals congregate at different times around the waterholes. Wildebeest, zebras, impalas, springbucks, kudus, elephants, giraffes, lions, and even endangered rhinos are all common sights here. Bring plenty of camera memory and patience, and you will be rewarded with one of the greatest game spectacles in Southern Africa.
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Okaukuejo NWR Campsite
- Lodge Upgrade: Okaukuejo Resort Room
- Included Activities: Game drive in Etosha
We’ll spend today on full-day game drives, departing early in the morning, and proceeding through the Etosha National Park exploring the south side of the Etosha pan from Okaukuejo to Halali and Namutoni. We will be spending time at waterholes, and enjoying unexpected encounters with the paradise-like wildlife found here in the endless vistas. Today is all about game viewing.
Before sunset, we will move to our next accommodation inside the national park.
- Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Standard Accommodation: Namutoni NWR Campsite
- Lodge Upgrade: Namutoni Resort Room
- Included Activities: Full-day Etosha National Park Safari on an open vehicle
We travel back to Windhoek. Depending on the driving conditions and arrival time, there may be an opportunity for a short city tour before our final evening together. We'll reserve a table at one of the famous restaurants for dinner.
- Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch
- Standard Accommodation: Glamping tent
- Lodge Upgrade: Sandrose Guesthouse
- Included Activities: None
With our hearts full of the impressions of the past weeks, today after breakfast, we bid farewell. Depending on your flight schedule, you might be able to browse the local markets for last minute souvenir shopping.
You'll be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
- Included Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: None
- Included Activities: Airport transfer
Tour Essentials
Trip Destinations: Windhoek → Kalahari → Keetmanshoop → Fish River Canyon → Orange River → Lüderitz & Kolmanskop → Aus & Duwisib → Sossusvlei → Walvis Bay & Swakopmund → Damaraland → Etosha National Park → Windhoek
Accommodation
The accommodation on this tour is a combination of camping, glamping and good quality, lovely establishments specially chosen for their location, uniqueness, value for money, or excellent activities.
All rooms and tents on this trip are shared with two people in each room/tent. You'll have the option of a double bed or two single beds. Rooms vary slightly by layout and view and will be assigned based on booking order.
Solo travelers will be paired up with another participant. If you explicitly wish to have your own room/tent, or if we cannot find another participant to share that room/tent, there will be an extra surcharge as stated in the booking form.
We will be staying inside the national parks not to waste time traveling between places so that we can maximize the experience. You should not miss the experience of falling asleep under the African starry sky, hearing the hyenas or lions roaring in the distance, and being woken up in the morning by the unique African sunrise. Camping/Glamping is indispensable to Namibia like pizza is to Italy. However, to ensure that comfort is not neglected, accommodation with proper beds is planned whenever feasible, so we will have the best of both worlds.
Please note that this is Africa and one cannot expect the western standards in the places visited. Especially with respect to service, expect a lovely “laid back, unhurried” environment.
Meals
17 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches and 13 Dinners are included in the tour price as outlined in the itinerary.
On camping/glamping days, most meals will be prepared by our guide/cook. You will be surprised by what delicious food our guide can prepare over the campfire, including BBQ, stews, and pasta dishes. Lunches will generally be in the form of picnics/sandwiches, consisting of cold meat, cheese, fruits, and salads.
To even out the meals, whenever suitable, we exclude lunch and/or dinner to give you the freedom of choice and diversify the options. Our guides will be happy to recommend good restaurants on the days when lunch or/and dinner are not included.
Vegetarians can be catered for if you inform us upon booking, however, note that the options are extremely limited in Namibia. For other dietary requirements (vegan, gluten-free, allergies, etc.), please contact us to discuss the best course of action for you.
Transport
During the trip in Namibia we will use a 4x4 tour vehicle with a pop-up roof and climate control with a maximum capacity of 10 passengers..
Passports and Visas
For the countries visited on this trip, your passport must be valid for a minimum period of six months beyond the planned date of entry. Additionally, when entering Namibia there must be at least three blank pages in the passport.
To enter Namibia, most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival for a fee (currently ca. US$ 90). Some nationals must apply for a visa in advance (e.g. China). Please consult the respective Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy/Consulate in your country of origin/residency.
You must ensure that passports and visas are valid for the countries visited. If your passport is in its final year, you should check with the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
Health/Vaccinations
Disclaimer: The following information is intended as a guide only and is not intended to replace professional advice. We, at MAHO on Earth, cannot guarantee that the following information is complete, up-to-date, accurate, or error-free.
As of the publishing date, there are no mandatory vaccinations to enter Namibia if entering directly from EU. However, since the information may change quickly, we advise you to follow up on the latest travel updates and/or contact your local embassy. If you are entering the country from a yellow-fewer region, you may need to present proof of yellow-fewer vaccination. Please consult with your local authorities.
Most places visited on this trip within Namibia pose a very low risk of Malaria. We do highly recommend that you obtain professional travel health advice at your doctor or an institute of tropical medicine with respect to your individual needs and your intended travel, including advice on vaccinations, anti-malarial and other medications based on your past vaccination history, your present medical condition, and your intended itinerary.
Physical Level
To join this trip, you'll need to have a reasonable level of fitness. While not too strenuous, the tour involves somewhat long journeys on gravel roads (this is Africa), a fair amount of walking, early-morning wake-up calls, being in the sun in potentially hot temperatures, cold desert nights, and other similar scenarios.
Special requests
This trip may not be suitable for people with special needs such as reduced mobility due to local conditions and activities. If in doubt, please contact us.
Please do not send sensitive information (such as health, accident or other highly personal information) through our contact form. You may want to get in touch with us directly via phone instead.
Insurance
We do strongly recommend you take out travel insurance as soon as you make your deposit to ensure the most coverage. Your travel insurance policy should at least cover medical expenses, trip cancellations, activities you intend to do, and repatriation in the event of an accident or illness. We will reach out and collect your travel insurance and emergency contact details shortly before the departure date. Your trip price with us does not include any travel insurance. Travel insurance policies are generally speaking more economical when taken out locally in your country of origin.
What to pack (Cash & Co)
While your trip with us cover most of the expenses, things such as alcoholic beverages, souvenirs, snacks, laundry, visa fee, meals not included are examples of a few additional costs that might arise during your trip. Any optional activity is mentioned clearly so that you don't have to worry about hidden costs.
The countries visited on this trip accept the USD or EUR for tourism. While credit cards are accepted, there is usually an additional fee. ATMs are scarce outside of bigger towns. We recommend carrying some cash and budgeting around $20 – $50 USD per day for incidental expenses and tips.
Please note: Our tour price does not include tips/gratuities for the local guides, as tipping is discretionary and should be based on your satisfaction with the service provided. It is however customary to express your appreciation for a job well done, and guidelines will be given on tipping local guides.
Further details and recommendations on what to pack will be provided prior to departure.
Travel Companions
We care about getting to know our fellow travelers, hence we keep our groups small and intimate. Our tours usually run with 12 or fewer participants and require a minimum of 6-8 participants to take place. It will be an international group and the main language will be English. We also speak German and Turkish.
People from all walks of life and nationalities, singles, couples, friends, and families with a sense of adventure, an open mind, and an open heart can join our tours. We consider each trip as an opportunity to cultivate our travel persona with humility, curiosity, and respect, what we call a "Mindful Adventure".
How to book your spot
To reserve your spot, please use our booking form.
Please note, the minimum age to participate in this tour is 18.
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