This 6-day Namibia budget camping safari covers the country's classic triangle of Sossusvlei, the coast at Swakopmund and Etosha National Park, keeping costs down by camping in the parks.
About This 6-day Namibia Budget Camping Safari
Chameleon Safaris runs the trip for groups of up to four, with camping equipment, national park fees, a Sossusvlei excursion and game drives in the operator's vehicle included. Nights are spent at the Sesriem campsite near Sossusvlei and at Okaukuejo in Etosha, both with shared bathroom facilities, while the stop in Swakopmund uses twin-share rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included except for dinner in Swakopmund; drinks, snacks and sleeping bags (available for hire) are extra. The listing is non-refundable.
Why Choose This Experience
- Sossusvlei, Swakopmund and Etosha in six days
- Small group of up to four
- Camping in the parks keeps costs down
- Most meals, park fees and game drives included
What to Expect
The safari leaves Windhoek for the long drive south-west to Sesriem, where the group camps for two nights. The second day is spent at Sossusvlei and the surrounding dunes before returning to camp.
Day three crosses the desert to Swakopmund for a night in a guesthouse room, and day four continues north to Etosha. Two nights at Okaukuejo allow game drives across the park, including towards Halali, before the drive back to Windhoek on day six.
Route Overview
- Day 1: Windhoek to Sesriem campsite (about 320 km)
- Day 2: Sesriem to Sossusvlei and back
- Day 3: Sesriem to Swakopmund (about 350 km), overnight in a twin-share room
- Day 4: Swakopmund to Etosha, camping at Okaukuejo (about 510 km)
- Day 5: Game drives from Okaukuejo towards Halali
- Day 6: Etosha to Windhoek (about 500 km)
Duration
This 6-day Namibia budget camping safari runs for approximately 6 days. Guiding is offered in English, as listed by the operator.
What Is Included
- Camping equipment
- Lunch
- Game driving in Chameleon Safaris vehicle
- Dinner
- Tap water
- Breakfast
- Sossusvlei excursion
- National Park entry fees
- Park fees for National Parks
What Is Not Included
- All drinks and snacks and dinner in Swakopmund
- Sleeping bag – can be hired
- Gratuities
Meeting Point and Pickup
Pickup is included for all travellers. The operator lists its pickup area and times on Viator, and the exact pickup point is confirmed after booking.
Good to Know
- This is not listed as a private tour, so other travellers may join the same departure.
- Confirmation is received at the time of booking.
- Bookings are limited to a maximum of 4 travellers per booking.
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers.
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Bring or hire a sleeping bag, and pack warm layers: desert and bush nights can be cold, especially in winter.
Cancellation and Booking Information
This listing is sold as non-refundable: no refund is offered once booked, and bookings cannot be changed. Always confirm current cancellation terms and availability on Viator before booking.
Operator Information
This experience is operated by Chameleon Safaris, an independent operator, not by Namibia Travel Guide. Booking, payment and customer support are handled through Viator; Namibia Travel Guide does not process payments, control availability or manage cancellations for this activity. The photograph shown on this page is an illustrative destination image and does not depict this specific tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this 6-day Namibia budget camping safari last?
Approximately 6 days.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. Pickup is included for all travellers within the operator's pickup area, as listed on Viator.
Is this a private tour?
No. It is not listed as private, so you may share the departure with other travellers.
Can I cancel this booking?
No. This listing is non-refundable once booked.
Who operates this experience?
Chameleon Safaris runs the experience, and booking is completed through Viator.
