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6 days
2207 km
- Stargaze among the otherworldly quiver trees at Quiver Tree Rest Camp.
- Explore the abandoned diamond town of Kolmanskop and its rusting buildings overtaken by the Namib desert sand dunes.
- Climb the iconic red sand dunes and hike to Deadvlei at Sossusvlei.
- Experience adrenaline-inducing adventure activities in Swakopmund or relax by the sea.
- Spot the Big Five and other wildlife on self-drive or organized safaris at Etosha National Park.
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Jodie - Alajode.com
United Kingdom
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| Activities | Kms | Stay | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Windhoek and drive to and stay at Chameleon Backpackers for 1 night. | 45 | Chameleon Backpackers |
| Day 2 | Drive to Quiver Tree Rest Camp, and spend the night camping and stargazing. | 505 | Quiver Tree Rest Camp |
| Day 3 | Visit the ghost town of Kolmanskop and stay at Obelix Village Guesthouse in Luderitz for 1 night. | 351 | Obelix Village Guesthouse |
| Day 4 | Drive to and explore Sossusvlei and stay at the Sossusvlei Lodge for 1 night. | 464 | Sossusvlei Lodge |
| Day 5 | Drive and enjoy adventure activities in Swakopmund or relax at the A La Mer Hotel. | 346 | A La Mer Hotel |
| Day 6 | Drive to Etosha National Park and experience self-drive safaris and spot the wildlife it has to offer, stay 1 night at Okutala Lodge. | 496 | Okutala Lodge |
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