Self Drive Safari Holidays In Namibia

Namibia Self-Drive Safaris

Explore Namibia At Your Own Time On A Self-Drive Safari

Namibia offers visitors some of the most unique and varied safari experiences in Africa. With a good road network, a stunning variety of safari lodges and camps, and safe destinations to travel. A self-drive safari is perfect for those who want to explore this amazing country at their own pace.

Are you looking for a self-drive tour of Namibia?

The country is home to some of the most spectacular scenery on earth. From the red dunes of Sossusvlei to the vastness of Etosha National Park and the Skeleton Coast, the country has something for everyone, no matter the interests, expectations or budget.

We have carefully selected our lodges and camps so that they are located in prime locations with easy access to all these attractions.

We also offer a whole hosts of vehicle types and styles so that you can drive the vehicle you are most comfortable with.

Our team will help you plan your safari in Namibia from start to finish so that you can relax knowing everything is taken care of.

The Best Self-Drive Safari in Namibia Options

  • Northern Namibia Classic

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    A 10-day classic self-drive itinerary where at one's own pace explore the Namib Naukluft through to Swakopmund and all the way up to the big game country of Etosha National Park, with lodges that fall in the good value bracket.

  • Namibia Panorama

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    In 11-days on this Namibian safari, you explore the Namib Naukluft and Sossusvlei, the coastal town of Swakopmund spot Desert Rhino's and Elephants in Damaraland and photograph the abundant wildlife in the renowned Etosha National Park.

  • Namibia Explorer

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    18-days of pure self-drive bliss, you at your own pace visiting pretty much all that this country has to offer from the very South to the very North and everything in between, without a doubt our most popular Self-Drive Safari in Southern Africa.

    Take in the Kalahari, the Namib, Damaraland and the Etosha National Park.

  • Namibia South

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    This 13-day trip takes on the spectacular landscapes of the Fish River Canyon, the historical town of Lüderitz, the Namib Naukluft desert with the highest dunes in the world at Sossusvlei as well as the charm of Swakopmund before ending in Windhoek.

  • Affordable Namibia

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    Drive 11-days of discovering the country's awesome highlights, including Etosha National Park, the Waterberg Plateau as well as Damaraland, the quaintness of Swakopmund and the awe-inspiring dunes at Sossusvlei and the Namib Desert.

  • Namibia North East

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    This 9-day self-drive route takes you through the Caprivi Strip (Zambezi Region), experiencing the upper course of the Okavango River and the abundant wildlife of the Mudumu Game Parks and a visit to the Popa Falls and the "Okavango Delta" at Lianshulu.

  • Namibia North

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    This 11-day self-drive safari combines the diverse coastal region in and around Swakopmund with the attractions of central and southern Damaraland and the Etosha National Park; discover the North of the country in your own time and pace.

  • Northern Namibia Journey

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    A 7-day self-drive journey through impressive Northern regions of the country, visit the Etosha, Kaokoland and Skeleton Coast regions all the while staying in magnificent lodges.

    Experience the scenic wonders, desert wildlife and birdlife and nomadic cultures.

  • Northern Namibia Family Safari

    Rates on Request, budget dependent

    The perfect 9-day self-drive safari suitable for the entire family, explore the Northern regions including Etosha, Kaokoland and Skeleton Coast.

    An adventure by light aircraft that will thrill and entertain whether you’re eight or 80.

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    Embark on an unforgettable Namibia travel safari! Explore breathtaking landscapes, encounter fascinating wildlife, and indulge in cultural experiences. Discover the ultimate guide to this beautiful country, from towering sand dunes to the eerie Skeleton Coast.

    Don't miss out on thrilling adventure activities and essential travel tips for when visiting Namibia.

  • The Road To Sossusvlei

    Once one navigates the main Sesriem entrance gates and enters the national park a pleasant surprise awaits, a tarred road (yes, a tarred road) that extends all the way through to the main parking area near Sossusvlei.

  • Cape Town To The Kunene River

    In November and December of last year (2019), we loaded our Jeep and headed north out of Cape Town, destination Namibia and the Kunene River, her border with Angola.

    A couple of thousand kilometres later, we returned, this time, more in love with country than ever.

  • Windhoek Oktoberfest 2021

    On the 25th and 26th of October, the Sports Klub Windhoek will host the 55th edition of the Oktoberfest. Over 5000 people are expected to attend (compared to 1000 in 2010).

    Adding a certain local flavour will be the Namibian band Famaz Attak, and there will be long-established activities and games like archery and tree trunk sawing.

  • Top 5 restaurants in Windhoek

    Continuing our series of dining in Africa, we look at Windhoek. More and more visitors are becoming aware of the unique attractions that this country as a safari destination has to offer.

    Nowhere is too far to travel in this small (and clean) city of 330,000 but be warned when you go out to eat, vegetarianism is not common!

  • Best Places To Go In Namibia

    The Uyaphi team has compiled a list of the "Best Places to go" which most safari itineraries would include. A different destination from most African safari destinations.

    Instead of lush green forests or open savannas, the primary attraction being vast, open deserts interspersed with canyons, mountain ranges, and oasis.

  • Living With The Himba

    In May 2012, we arranged for Uyaphi.Com client Ken Vine from Devon in England to stay with the traditional Himba people in two remote villages in the middle of Kaokoland.

    He lived, slept, ate, conversed and photographed these Himba villagers.