Namibia Self Drive 14 days

An adventurous 14-day self-drive 4×4 journey through Namibia. Among the highlights are the remarkable sand dunes of Sossusvlei, Spitzkoppe, and Etosha National Park.

Namibia Self Drive 14 days trip

An adventurous 14-day self-drive 4×4 journey through Namibia. Among the highlights are the remarkable sand dunes of Sossusvlei, Spitzkoppe, and Etosha National Park.

Make a special journey through Namibia with your 4×4, starting and ending in Windhoek. This Nabibia Self Drive itinerary includes places like the Sossusvlei sand dunes, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Damaraland, Swakopmund and Waterberg. You will also have the possibility of making contact with the Himba people, and you can observe wild cats, like the Cheetah, from up close.

The trip is available for 2 to 4 people per car. The default car is a Toyota Hilux 4×4 double cab 2.4 Diesel. The price for 5 people or more can be requested and depends on the local possibilities.

Advantages of self-drive 4×4 package trips

Including support and professional safari travel advice.
Including GPS use with the latest version of Tracks4Africa software and all 4×4 tracks, way points and destinations for your journey.
Optional a complete Zero Excess insurance incl. glass and tires.
12v220 inverter with USB.
Lonely Planet travel guide and clear Reise Know-How maps.
A perfectly planned travel itinerary with ideal travelling distances.

Deadvlei Namibie reis

Itinerary

1: Windhoek
2: Sesriem
3: Sossusvlei/Solitaire
4: Swakopmund
5: Spitzkoppe
6: Ugab Rhino Camp
7: Twyfelfontein
8: Cheetah Farm (Kamanjab)
9: Etosha National Park/ Okaukuejo
10: Etosha National Park/ Halali
11: Etosha National Park/ Namutoni
12: Waterberg Plateau National Park
13: Waterberg Plateau National Park
14: Windhoek (return flight)

Route & itinerary

14days

Day 1: Windhoek

The first day of your discovery of Namibia. Our partner will meet you at the airport and take you to the car rental agency so that you can collect the car. After an extensive instruction session and the required formalities, your self-drive will truly start. Spend the first night in Windhoek so that you have plenty of time to get to know the 4×4 and the city. Windhoek is also where you’ll have to buy the bulk of your supplies for the self-drive.

Accommodation: B&B. Optional is an accommodation outside of Windhoek, near Sossusvlei/Sesriem.

Day 2: Sesriem

If you did your shopping yesterday, start early today with the journey to Sesriem and the Namib Desert (Namib Naukluft Park). Travel through Solitaire and arrive in Sesriem in the early afternoon.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 330 km.

Day 3: Sossusvlei/Solitaire

A whole day for the sand dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. We advise you to leave early so that you’ll get to the dunes in time for sunrise. It’s a breathtaking show of reds and oranges dancing around deep shadows.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance 120 km (total retour) + 90 km

Day 4: Swakopmund

After two nights with the sand dunes and Sesriem, continue your self-drive journey to Swakopmund at the Atlantic Ocean. The road crosses through the Kuisib Canyon and the vast gravel plains of the Namib Desert. Arrive in Swakopmund in the early afternoon. Accommodation is a bed & breakfast with a unique view. In Swakopmund you can dine out in a restaurant if you’d like.

Accommodation: B&B. Travel distance: 350 km.

Day 5: Spitzkoppe

Discover Swakopmund or go shopping after breakfast. When you’re ready, travel on to the next destination: the characteristic sharp rocks of Spitzkoppe.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 160 km.

Day 6: Ugab Rhino Camp

Continue your self-drive 4×4 deeper into the Damaraland. The stunning views so characteristic of Namibia accompany you to the community based Ugab Rhino Camp. You could just be honoured by a visit from Namibia’s famous desert elephants. On the road to Spitzkoppe you can visit the seals of Cape Cross (which is a detour of about 80 km).

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: about 200 km.

Day 7: Twyfelfontein

A special day where the 4×4 is truly indispensable. Adventurous tracks perfect for the 4×4, low gear, and GPS device are today’s goals on the road to Twijfelfontein through a Damaraland landscape as unique as it is beautiful. We advise you to use the whole day for this drive even though it’s a short one: it really is a 4×4 track and you’ll generally drive slowly. You could spot ostriches, oryx, various types of antelope and maybe even the extremely shy black rhino today.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 95 km.

Day 8: Cheetah Farm (Kamanjab)

Leave early today to head for Otjitotongwe Cheetah Farm. You might be able to see eye to eye with both tame and wild leopards. Experience the feeling of just a few feet between you and the animals. Perfect photo opportunities and maybe even petting leopards.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 220 km.

Day 9: Etosha National Park/ Okaukuejo

Journey on from Cheetah Farm to Etosha National Park. Stay in the vast park for three nights at three different rest camps. In Etosha, you have a good chance of seeing all kinds of wild animals, like elephants, rhinos and lions. The illuminated watering places near the rest camps are fantastic. You can easily get there by foot from the camp.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 240 km.

Day 10: Etosha National Park/ Halali

The second day in Etosha National Park. Choose to either go on an early morning game drive and then return to Okaukeujo or break up camp immediately and start the game drive for Halali. If you choose for a short morning game drive around Okaukuejo camp, you could brunch when you get back and then break up camp. Of course you’ll arrive later in Halali if you do that.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 70 km.

Day 11: Etosha National Park/ Namutoni

The third day of your stay in Etosha National Park. Take another extensive game drive today and head for Namutoni. You again have the choice between an early morning game drive around the camp, or to break up camp immediately and take your time getting in Namutoni. This may also depend on how long you have been at the illuminated watering hole of Halali, where you can spot many remarkable animals. It’s not uncommon to see hyenas, lions or even leopards there.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 70 km.

Day 12: Waterberg Plateau National Park

On the way to Waterberg Plateau, you can make a stop at the beautiful Hoba Meteorite (the biggest in the world). Then continue to Waterberg. Waterberg Plateau is a divers National Park which is great for hikers.

Accommodation: camping. Travel distance: 390 km.

Day 13: Waterberg Plateau National Park

A full day in Waterberg Plateau National Park.

Accommodation: camping.

Day 14: Windhoek (return flight)

The last day of your Namibia trip. After returning the 4×4 car to the agency in Windhoek, you will be brought back with a shuttle service to the airport.

Changing the itinerary

It is always possible to adapt this journey to your personal wishes. Limiting the journey or adding an extra destination, is no problem at all.
We are happy to help!

Your 4x4 rental car

Toyota Hilux Double Cab 4×4

The default car is a Toyota Hilux 4×4 double cab 2.4 Diesel. The Toyota Hilux double cab is the most perfect 4×4 rental car for a self-drive safari in Africa. Zowel voor 2 als voor 4 personen is de Hilux double cab de beste keuze. Available for both 2 and 4 people, the Hilux is the best choice. For travels with 5 people (two adults and three children) the Hilux double cab can also be used. If you’re with just two people, the back seat is especially useful for photo bags, day packs and supplies.

It has much space and comfort, and has sleeping places in the roof tent. This Toyota Hilux Double Cab 4×4 has a separate boot where you can safely store your travel bags, together with all the camping equipment for your self-drive journey in Southern Africa.

It is possible to upgrade car at extra costs. See all our 4×4 rental cars.

Rates

Prices per person for various dates in 2019 and 2020. This Namibia Self Drive trip is available for 2 to 4 people per car. The default car is a Toyota Hilux 4×4 double cab 2.4 Diesel. The price for 5 people or more can be requested and depends on the local possibilities and space in the preferred car. 4×4 cars (Land Cruiser and also 4×4 camper) other than the default 4×4 car are available upon request.

5 January - 19 March, (2019)

2 people Rate per person € 1.290,-
3 people Rate per person € 1.050,-
4 people Rate per person € 850,-

Optional CDW (Zero Excess) insurance incl. tires and glass € 325,- per trip.

20 March - 25 June, (2019)

2 people Rate per person € 1.390,-
3 people Rate per person € 1.090,-
4 people Rate per person € 890,-

Optional CDW (Zero Excess) insurance incl. tires and glass € 325,- per trip.

26 June - 10 November, (2019)

2 people Rate per person € 1.680,-
3 people Rate per person € 1.340,-
4 people Rate per person € 1.060,-

Optional CDW (Zero Excess) insurance incl. tires and glass € 325,- per trip.

11 November - 4 January, (2020)

2 people Rate per person € 1.390,-
3 people Rate per person € 1.090,-
4 people Rate per person € 890,-

Optional CDW (Zero Excess) insurance incl. tires and glass € 325,- per trip.

5 January - 19 March, (2020)

2 people Rate per person € 1.290,-
3 people Rate per person € 1.050,-
3 people Rate per person € 850,-

Optional CDW (Zero Excess) insurance incl. tires and glass € 325,- per trip.

20 March - 25 June, (2020)

2 people Rate per person € 1.390,-
3 people Rate per person € 1.090,-
4 people Rate per person € 890,-

Optional CDW (Zero Excess) insurance incl. tires and glass € 325,- per trip.

26 June - 10 November, (2020)

2 people Rate per person € 1.680,-
3 people Rate per person € 1.340,-
4 people Rate per person € 1.060,-

Optional CDW (Zero Excess) insurance incl. tires and glass € 325,- per trip.

Included

Toyota Hilux 4x4 Double Cab with complete camping & safari equipment

Two drivers

All accommodation during the journey

GPS & latest Track4Africa software

12-220v inverter with USB

Lonely Planet Guide & Reise Know-How map(s)

Advise by experienced self drive specialists

Airport transfers

Support during your trip

Not included

International Flights

Entry Fees

Fuel

Food & Drinks

Upgrades to fixed (luxury) accommodations

Upgrade Toyota Landcruiser or 4x4 camper unit instead of roof-top tent

Zero Excess insurance

Highlights

Windhoek

Since 1891 the capital of Namibia

Sossusvlei and Sesriem

Massive dessert dunes near Sesriem

Solitaire

The most famous town in Namib-Naukluft National Park

Swakopmund

A unique beach escape in Namibia

Spitzkoppe

Imposing peaks in Damaraland.

Damaraland

A desert-like region, with rugged rocks and mountains

Twyfelfontein

Red rocks with over 2500 rock paintings.

Kamanjab

Perfect stop for provisions and fuel.

Etosha National Park

Waterberg Plateau National Park

Great hiking place!

Gallery

Spitzkoppe in Namibië

Deadvlei Namibie reis

10 / 10

Skillful people

Good knowledge of Africa and the countries there. What to visit and they plan the trip so it suits the customer.
Quick response when you have questions.

Christer Jonson

10 / 10

Adequate hulp

Selfdrive4x4.com biedt adequate en deskundige hulp bij zowel het plannen van het reisschema, het regelen van autohuur en het daarbij horende papierwerk (verzekeringen, transfers) en het vastleggen van de camping- en lodge-locaties.

Anonymous

10 / 10

Perfect organization

Selfdrive4x4.com offers the perfect organization of the trip for selfdrivers.

Strengths

Very easy handling, good communication.

Franziska

10 / 10

Perfect

Perfect, I would recommend it to everybody to work together with it.

Strengths

Friendly people – very fast in answering questions – high knowlede about the things you need at your destination and for a 4×4 driving holiday – easy to comunicate with.

Improvements or suggestions

Right know for my use it was perfect. Especially since I am not next door, and just worked together via internet and phone.

Niedereder Raimund

10 / 10

We would recommend Selfdrive4x4.com to our friends

We booked a last minute 17 day self drive trip through Namibia with this company and everything was just perfect. Contact with the company was very pleasant and they kept us posted with updates about the progress of our trip. Gps, maps, book and 12V equipment was sent to our home as soon as our trip was confirmed.

Price wise it was a great deal and everything in Namibia (car and layovers) were to our satisfaction. We would definitely book again with this company and we would recommend it to our friends.

Reinier