Wildlife, Landscapes, and Adventure
Namibia
April 11 to 28, 2026
Private Trip Available Safari Overview
Set off on an unforgettable Namibian adventure where exploration meets serenity. Conquer the world’s highest sand dunes, feel the thrill of quad biking across a private reserve, and soar over Namibia’s landscapes in a helicopter, capturing its unique beauty from above. As night falls, marvel at the Southern Hemisphere’s starry skies. Continue your journey with a scenic flight along the Diamond Coast, revealing shipwrecks, seal colonies, and abandoned diamond camps, then explore Walvis Bay by water. Track elusive desert-adapted rhinos and elephants in Damaraland’s rugged terrain and discover diverse wildlife on a private game reserve in Etosha, including from an underground hide overlooking a waterhole. Conclude your days in the park watching nocturnal creatures under floodlights. This journey beautifully blends action with observation, ensuring an experience that’s both thrilling and tranquil.
WHY CHOOSE THIS EXPEDITION?
- Explore Namibia by foot, jeep, quad bike, helicopter, kayak, and catamaran.
- Enjoy exclusive early access to photograph Sossusvlei Dunes at daybreak.
- Track for desert-adapted rhino and elephants in the rocky terrain of Damaraland.
- Game drive on the private Ongava Reserve and visit the impressive Ongava Research Center.
- Encounter lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and more in Etosha National Park.
TRIP MAP
NOTABLE EXPERIENCES
Itinerary Updated: August 2024
| Date | Description | Lodge | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11 – 12 | Travel to Windhoek, Namibia. | ||
| Apr 13 | Arrive in Windhoek. | Galton House, Windhoek | D |
| Apr 14 – 15 | Explore the stunning landscapes of Sossusvlei, Sesriem Canyon, and Deadvlei. | Dead Valley Lodge, Sossusvlei Park | B, L, D |
| Apr 16 – 17 | Enjoy the vast and pristine NamibRand Nature Reserve by jeep and helicopter. | Kwessi Dunes, NamibRand Nature Reserve | B, L, D |
| Apr 18 – 19 | Take a private scenic flight to Swakopmund and explore the coast by land and water. | The Delight, Swakomund | B, L, D |
| Apr 20 – 22 | Fly to Damaraland, with its dramatic landscapes and desert-adapted wildlife. | Camp Doros, Damaraland | B, L, D |
| Apr 23 - 25 | Travel to Etosha National Park for game drives and the Ongava Research Centre. | Ongava, Etosha National Park | B, L, D |
| Apr 26 | Return to Windhoek. | Galton House, Windhoek | B, L, D |
| Apr 27 | Depart for Home | B | |
| Apr 28 | Arrive home. |
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Our Trip Leaders
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Scott Davis
Scott DavisScott, co-owner and co-CEO of Cheesemans’ Ecology Safaris, is an expert wildlife, nature, and travel photographer. Trained as a wildlife and marine biologist, he's explored all seven continents for research and photography. National Geographic, BBC, Animal Planet, NY Times, and other prestigious publications have featured his inspiring work. Scott's passion for teaching and talent for capturing the essence of his subjects make him a highly sought-after tour leader.
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- Not Included
- Climate
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Conservation- Conditions
Cost & Payments
Costs (in US$)
| Type | Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| Trip Cost, double occupancy | $14,900 |
| Single Supplement | $1,227 |
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Costs are per person, double occupancy, not including airfare (except for internal and scenic flights), singles extra. See Included and Not Included sections for more details.
If you are a single traveler, we will try to find a roommate for you, but if we cannot pair you with a roommate, we may charge you a single supplement. Single rooms cost extra and are subject to availability.
Payment Schedule
| Payment | Due Date | Amount Per Person |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit | Due now to reserve your space | $500 |
| Final | October 10, 2025 | Remaining Balance |
Payments are due based on the schedule above. All reservations require a deposit to confirm reservation of your space.
Cancellations
Until the Final Payment due date, deposits are refundable except for a cancellation fee of $150 per person, which can be applied toward another trip if reserved within six months of the cancelled trip’s departure date. Cancellations are non-transferrable. No refunds are given after the Final Payment due date.
Included
- Carbon offsets for the duration of this trip.
- All leaders, transport, park entry fees, landing fees, and permits for all activities unless described as optional.
- Two internal flights.
- Ninety-minute helicopter excursion.
- Accommodations (double occupancy) for the nights of April 13 through April 26.
- Meals from dinner on April 13 through breakfast on April 27, except meals listed in Not Included section.
- Transfers on April 13 and April 27 between the Dalton House and the Windhoek airport.
- Trip Planning Materials – information about entry requirements, flights, packing, gratuities, etc.
Not Included
- Carbon offsets for your flights to/from this trip.
- All airfare (except flights listed as included), airport and departure taxes, and excess baggage fees. Round-trip airfare is approximately $1,500 to $2,000 between the US and Windhoek.
- Passport and visa fees.
- Divergent airport transfers (arranged by us) and extra hotel nights.
- Gratuities – tipping is always discretionary. However, we suggest budgeting about $20 to $30 per participant per day for 14 days with our leaders. (about $280 to $420 total per participant).
- Optional trip cancellation insurance.
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, medical costs or hospitalization, room service, alcoholic and other beverages, items not on the regular menu, etc. If you have special dietary needs, please indicate them on your Traveler Form.
Climate
April is the start of Namibia’s dry season with daily temperatures from (56°F, 13°C) up to about 77°F (25°C) during the day with the possibility of some rain. In the last five years, the dynamics of climate change have impacted the area with an increase in temperatures, so dress in layers.
Fitness Level
This is an active adventure trip that requires good energy levels. Opportunities such as climbing the sand dunes and kayaking in Walvis Bay can be optional. Please contact us if you have any health concerns that may make this trip challenging.
Flights
Detailed logistical information is included in the Trip Planning Materials we will send you.
Flights you book
- Arrive in Windhoek, Namibia (WDH) by 4:00pm on April 13.
- Depart from Windhoek, Namibia (WDH) after 12:00am on April 27.
Flights we book
- Two internal flights and the helicopter ride are included in the trip cost.
FAQ
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Conservation
Our company ethos has always regarded conservation as inseparable from responsible tourism. We struggle with the dilemma that traveling worldwide expends climate-changing carbon. However, we wholeheartedly believe that traveling with us will cultivate your passion for conserving our beautiful world while stimulating each destination’s local economy. We encourage you to explore the various ways in which Cheesemans’ operates within this context:
- Cheesemans’ Trips are Carbon Neutral.
- Offsetting your Travel to/from our Trip: We ask you to pledge to offset the carbon emissions for your travel to and from our trips. You can purchase offsets with most airlines (Delta includes them automatically), use our handy carbon calculator and donate to Sustainable Travel International, or contribute to your favorite offsetting organization.
Conditions
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