The 8 day Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour covers the northern Namibia safari circuit. Visiting Swakopmund, Damaraland, Twyfelfontein, and Etosha National Park. A Namibia tour that starts and ends in Windhoek on selected Sundays. Covering the highlights of northern Namibia.
Discover the haunting landscapes of the Skeleton coastline and some of the last, open, wilderness areas in Damaraland. Be amazed by the desert adapted wildlife and the contrast of the variety and amount of species in Etosha. This tour is a classic kaleidoscope of landscapes and wildlife.
This tour is available in 2 different ratings: Superior & Classic
The Classic Package is on a Bed & Breakfast basis (with an option to include dinners). While the Superior Tour includes breakfast, and dinner (except in Swakopmund) and has more inclusions.
Catamaran marine cruise with fresh oysters and sparkling wine
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Swakopmund to Damaraland
Depart the Atlantic coastline and head land inwards, traveling past the Brandberg towards the scenic Damaraland
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Damaraland
Scenic nature drive through a private concession to the Brandberg and along the ephemeral Ugab river in search of the elusive desert elephants, enjoying a picnic lunch en route
Enjoy activities offered by the lodge, such as nature drives in the ephemeral Huab river searching for the elusive desert elephant, or a late sundowner drive
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Etosha National Park
Excursion to Twyfelfontein, Visit a Living Museum of the Damara tribe and Petrified Forest. Travel on to the border of the Etosha National Park
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Full day Etosha game drive in the tour vehicle with your guide
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Half-day Etosha game Drive in the tour vehicle with your guide
Full day Etosha game Drive in the tour vehicle with your guide
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Etosha National Park to Windhoek
Travel back to Windhoek, where your guide will drop you off at the airport or hotel
Etosha National Park waterhole
Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour Package
Daily Itinerary for the Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour ↓
Day 1: Windhoek to Swakopmund
After being picked up at your hotel or at the international airport in Windhoek, a transfer takes you to the coastal town of Swakopmund. Or meet the tour in Swakopmund. Upon our arrival in the early afternoon, we check into our hotel. After which we have the rest of the day at leisure.
With palm lined streets and seaside promenades, Swakopmund is a very popular holiday destination in Namibia. Its pleasant summer climate and long stretched beaches attract anglers and surfers from all over Southern Africa. Swakopmund is a bohemian mix of German correctness and African time. Laid back attitude with adrenaline activities, misty mornings, and desert heat. It is colorful, it is vibrant, but most of all, it is fun.
Classic: Hansa Hotel
Superior: Swakopmund Luxury Suites
Swakopmund in Namibia with its German Architecture
Day 2: Swakopmund
Swakopmund has numerous activities. Ranging from adventure, to exploring the fascinating features of the Namib Desert, and the animals and plants that occur and survive here. Therefore, it is often fondly called the “playground of Namibia”. Embrace the relaxed pace of this idyllic coastal town. While enjoying coffee and freshly baked pastries in one of the many German style cafés.
Alternatively explore the rugged, sweltering desert on a day tour. Or view this awesome environment from the air on a scenic flight. Find your inner child and push adrenaline to its limits with extreme adventures. Such as skydiving over the desert or quad biking and sandboarding on the dunes. Take time to get the feel of this quaint town. With its historic buildings, museums, and shopping arcades. Plus, a beach bar that has transformed into its own personality by the vibrant use of color and the bohemian style.
Classic: Hansa Hotel on a Bed & Breakfast basis
Superior: Swakopmund Luxury Suites includes Breakfast & a Marine Cruise
Hansa Hotel in Swakopmund
Day 3: Damaraland
Today our journey continues through Uis past the Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain (2.579m). Into the Damaraland, one of the least populated and most geologically diverse areas in Africa. This harsh, rocky environment is home to the elusive desert elephant, the black rhino, and free-roaming antelope species. We arrive at our lodge in the afternoon, where we have the remaining day at leisure.
Classic: Ondjamba Adventure Camp on a Bed & Breakfast basis
Superior: Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp includes breakfast and dinner
Scenic beauty of Damaraland
Day 4: Damaraland
On an early morning scenic nature drive through, at times untouched wilderness area of the Otjimboyo Concession, we head out towards the Brandberg. This is the best time to capture the perfect light of sunrise and catch the last mist engulfing the mountain. We continue down into the dry Ugab riverbed, which we follow back towards the camp. Stopping under one of the majestic camelthorn trees, we enjoy a light picnic lunch. On our drive along the meandering river, we might encounter the elusive desert elephant that roams the dry riverbeds of Damaraland. Feeding on the nutritious pods of the trees lining the riverbanks. Arriving back at the camp, we have enough time left to enjoy the scenery or follow one of the walking trails (Classic Version). A highlight is the sundowner drive that offers you unforgettable photo opportunities of the Brandberg and the surrounding landscape (Classic Version).
Classic: Ondjamba Adventure Camp – breakfast & picnic lunch
Superior: Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp includes breakfast and dinner
Day 5: Etosha National Park
During the cooler hours of the morning, we start our adventure filled day in the company of a local Damara guide. Who takes us to Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO heritage site where Bushman communities engraved and painted over 2.500 pictures some 6.000 years ago! After a visit to the nearby Living Museum of the Damara, we proceed to the Petrified Forest. A geological phenomenon depicting the creation and metamorphosis of wood into stone amongst some of the oldest landmasses on Earth. Here we also see the Welwitschia mirabilis plant. The oldest living desert plant on Earth.
Our onward journey takes us to the wildlife heaven of Namibia – the Etosha National Park. We check into our lodge located on the border of the Etosha National Park and can unwind after the exciting day alongside the pool.
Classic: Etosha Safari Camp on a Bed & Breakfast basis
Superior: Etosha Oberland – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (incl. a selection of local drinks)
Day 6: Etosha National Park
The day is devoted purely to the abundant wildlife found in the Etosha National Park. Which surrounds a parched salt desert known as the Etosha Pan. The park is home to four of the Big Five. Elephant, lion, leopard, and rhino.
Game viewing in the park is primarily focused around the waterholes. These are ideal places to sit and watch over 114 x different game species. Or for an avid birder, more than 340 bird species.
Popular game species such as giraffe, blue wildebeest, plains and mountain zebra, hyena, lion, leopard, and antelopes. Such as kudu, oryx, and eland. As well as some of the endangered species. Such as the black rhino, cheetah, and black-faced impala. An extensive network of roads links over 30 water holes. Allowing visitors the opportunity of a comprehensive game viewing safari throughout the park. As each different area will provide various encounters.
Classic: Etosha Safari Camp on a Bed & Breakfast basis
Superior: Overnight at Onguma Collection – Breakfast and Dinner
Elephants at Waterhole
Day 7: Etosha National Park
Today your guide again takes you on a game drive in the Etosha National Park. We may encounter animal species we have not seen the previous day. Look forward to any new surprises at the different waterholes visited. The Etosha Pan dominates the park. This salt pan desert is lined by numerous watering holes. Roughly 130 km long and as wide as 50 km in places.
During Etosha’s notorious dry spells, the pan is a deathly place, lying parched and cracked under the molten African sun. It is claimed that game viewing is best during the dry periods. As the animals will then congregate closer to water. But even in the rainy season, the park remains an abundant wildlife haven. This is when you have the pleasure of experiencing the rebirth of life. The young play with their parents, and the sprouting of new green shrubs and grasses creates a pleasing green oasis.
In the afternoon, we travel onward to our lodge, where we enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
Classic: La Rochelle Lodge on a Bed & Breakfast basis
Superior: Overnight at Mushara Collection – Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: End of Tour
After breakfast, we travel back to Windhoek. Time permitting, en route, we may stop at the famous wood carvers market in Okahandja. Or the craft market on the main street in Windhoek to pick up the last few souvenirs. The tour ends at your accommodation of choice. Or, at the airport for your outward flight.
Classic: Breakfast
Superior: Breakfast
The above accommodation is subject to availability, but we will offer you a similar alternative if it is not available.
Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour Rates
Rates are in Namibian Dollars (N$) which is equivalent to the South African Rand.
Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour
1st November 2024 until 31st October 2025
Per Person Sharing
Single Supplement
Classic Tour*
N$ 38 620
N$ 3 050
Superior Tour
N$ 86 800
N$ 8 850
*Supplement to include dinner on the Classic is N$ 3 300 until 31st October 2025.
Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Scheduled Tour departure dates
The 8 day Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour departs on certain Sundays on a scheduled basis (with other people). However, this tour can depart on any date on request on a private basis. The tour is available with an English and / or German guide.
Min / Max people on the Classic tour: 2 / 16
Min / Max people on the Superior tour: 2 / 6
The tour dates in red are at discounted prices as follows:
Classic Tour on a bed & breakfast basis: N$ 34 750 per person sharing
The Classic Tour dinner supplement remains the same.
Both classic tours have a N$ 2 425 single supplement
Superior Tour: N$ 67 625 per person sharing and N$ 7 775 single supplement.
The tour dates in pink are dates when no single supplement is required.
Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour Departure Days
Bilingual Tours
English Tours
2024
November
10, 24
17
December
1, 8, 15
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2025
January
12, 26
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February
9, 23
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March
23
9
April
6, 20, 27
6
May
4, 18
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June
15
1, 29
July
13, 27
20
August
3, 17, 24, 31
10
September
14, 21, 28
7
October
12, 19, 26
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Please note that there is no pre or post-day in Windhoek included in this tour. We would recommend booking this too, due to the scheduled departure and arrival times of this tour.
The 1st day of the tour begins between 8 am and 9 am from Windhoek
On the last day of the tour, it’s advisable to book a flight departing Windhoek International at the earliest 7 pm, or later. Alternatively, we can assist you with accommodation in Windhoek for the night before your flight.
Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour Includes:
Transport and meals as specified in the itinerary
Classic: 7 x Breakfasts, 1 x Picnic lunch
Superior: 7 x Breakfasts; 5 x Dinners
Portages
Still Mineral Water in the vehicle
Activities as specified
Accommodation as specified
Tourism levy & Government Taxes
24hrs Medical Evacuation Insurance
Entrance Fees: Twyfelfontein; Petrified Forest; Living Museum of the Damara; Etosha National Park
Classic Option: Information Pack and Plastic Water Bottle
Superior Option: Deluxe Travel Planner and Aluminum Water Bottle
Social Support: With this tour, you donate to the Bishop Kameeta (Kindergarden).
Guests on the Superior tour receive a reusable Steel Water Bottle. Supporting “TOSCO” (Tourism supporting Conservation).
Classic Kaleidoscope Namibia Tour Excludes:
All International / Domestic Flights & taxes
Visas
Travel and Personal accident insurance
Personal Expenses
Excursions / Activities not specified
Gratuities
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