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• 1 night double room breakfast included at The Elegant Guest House, Windhoek.

Take the chance to admire the resilient flora and fauna that have thrived in this desert for millennia during an optional guided nature drive in the late afternoon. The day concludes with a sundowner drink atop a dune, providing stunning views as the sun sets.

• 2 nights double room on half board basis at Intu Africa Camelthorn Lodge, Kalahari Desert.

Your lodge is located close to the entrance of two of Namibia’s most renowned landmarks: Sossusvlei, home to some of the tallest dunes on Earth, and Sesriem Canyon.

• 2 nights double room on half board basis at The Elegant Desert Lodge, Sossusvlei.

Before sunrise, you head to the entrance of Namib Naukluft Park.

The best time to experience the Sossusvlei region is at dawn when the light transforms the dunes and desert into a stunning array of deep reds, apricots, and purples.

This early part of the day is also more comfortable, as it avoids the intense heat of the afternoon sun while climbing the towering dunes.

From Sossusvlei, continue on to Dead Vlei, a surreal white clay pan surrounded by massive dunes and dotted with ancient Camelthorn trees.

On your return journey, stop to explore the Sesriem Canyon, a gorge that has been carved into the conglomerate rock over 18 million years. Afterward, relax back at your lodge, cool off in the refreshing pool, or enjoy a drink while taking in the vast desert plains.

Along the way, you’ll visit the Welwitschia plains and the aptly named Moonlandscape (permit required), two remarkable sights on this scenic route.

Once in Swakopmund, you’ll have the chance to take part in various thrilling activities. Options include scenic flights, dolphin cruises, quad biking, parasailing, dune boarding, and even parachuting.

• 2 nights double room breakfast included at Organic Stay Guest House, Swakopmund.

For a more relaxed experience, consider a dolphin cruise along the Atlantic or a parasailing adventure.

Swakopmund is also a great place to explore its unique colonial architecture and enjoy the vibrant local culture.

Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, there's something for everyone in this charming coastal town.

This rugged, rocky landscape is home to the elusive desert elephants, black rhinos, and a variety of free-roaming antelope species.

You will reach your lodge in the afternoon, where the rest of the day is free for relaxation and leisure.

• 2 nights double room on half board basis at Ondjamba Hills, Damaraland.

This is the perfect time to capture the soft glow of sunrise and witness the mist lingering around the peak.

Continue into the dry Ugab riverbed, following its winding path back to camp. Along the way, you may encounter the elusive desert elephants, feeding on the nutrient-rich pods from the trees that line the riverbanks.

Once back at camp, you'll have time to enjoy the surroundings or explore one of the walking trails (Classic Version). A highlight of the day is the sundowner drive, offering unforgettable photo opportunities of the Brandberg and the surrounding landscape.

On the way, you'll stop at the Petrified Forest, a fascinating geological site where ancient wood has transformed into stone, set amidst some of the oldest landmasses on Earth.

Here, you'll also encounter the Welwitschia mirabilis plant, the oldest living desert plant on the planet.

Before settling into your lodge on the edge of Etosha National Park, you'll have the opportunity to embark on your first game viewing excursion within the park, catching a glimpse of its incredible wildlife.

• 3 nights double room on half board basis at Etosha Village, Etosha National Park.

The park is centered around the vast, dry Etosha Pan, a salt desert, and is home to four of the Big Five—elephant, lion, leopard, and rhino.

The waterholes throughout the park attract a wide variety of wildlife, including black-faced impala, cheetah, and the Damara dik-dik, Namibia’s smallest antelope.

As the day draws to a close, you'll return to your lodge just before sunset, reflecting on the incredible wildlife experiences of the day.

• 1 night double room breakfast included at The Elegant Guest House, Windhoek.

• 4 nights Ocean view Studio breakfast included at Bantry Bay Suite Hotel, Cape Town.

Take a cable car to Table Mountain National Park and spend a full day enjoying the stunning views.

Visit Boulders Beach Penguin Colony, bohemian Kalk Bay, the trendy beaches of Clifton, Camps Bay and Bakoven.

Take a boat trip to Robben Island and visit the prison where Nelson Mandela spent many years of his life.

Take a day trip to nearby Cape Winelands, under an hour away, and visit the towns of Francshhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl.