This is a land of vivid contrasts and stark beauty making Namibia a most unusual destination of vast open spaces and extraordinary landscapes. The Namib Desert which is the oldest desert on the planet, is a sea of red sand lying along the Atlantic Ocean, with the world famous red dunes at Sousousvlei. The Kalahari Desert, a sparsely vegetated savannah, lies to the east. The rugged and majestic terrain of the ghostly Skeleton Coast is fascinating, while the scenic coastal town of Swakopmund is a haven in the sea of sand. The many national parks and game reserves boast a huge variety of wildlife in its dramatically different environments. The blinding white saltpans of Etosha National Park, filling with water during the summer months, and the Damaraland region with its dessert-adapted elephants are fantastic wildlife safari destinations. For hiking enthusiasts, the spectacular Fish River Canyon in the south is breathtaking.
Situated on South Africa’s northern border, huge, sparsely populated Namibia is a country of big skies and dramatic scenery. With landscapes providing great contrasts with the other Southern African countries it is a wonderful addition to an itinerary encompassing Botswana, Victoria Falls and South Africa. Otherwise a 10 day to 2 week itinerary in Namibia alone gives the visitor everything from the dunes of the Namib Desert, desert-adapted wildlife of Damaraland, Big 5 safaris in Etosha National Park and the Hartmans River valley for lunar landscapes and the nomadic Himba tribes. It is a country like no other and certainly will add a whole new dimension to Southern Africa for those return travellers. The remote, luxurious and exclusive lodges make an amazing Namibian safari and provide intrepid travellers with havens of serenity and comfort.
Best time to travel is between May and September, when the daytime temperatures are more bearable then the scorching summers and the air becomes crisp and clear.
2 Weeks Kruger, Namibia & Cape Town
A variation of our Best of Southern Africa itinerary which is ideal for those travellers wanting to add a further destination to the popular Kruger safari and Cape Town combination, but who are not set on visiting Victoria Falls. A diverse range of destinations experiencing the unique desert dunes and wilderness experiences of Namibia with the best of South Africa.
5 nights Greater Kruger National Park on Safari at 2 camps, 1 night Johannesburg, 3 nights Namibia & 4 nights Cape Town
2 Weeks Kruger, Namibia & Cape Town
A popular choice for return visitors to Africa who have already experienced the conventional itineraries including Kruger or Botswana. With a focus on Namibia which is a country like no other, this option gives you a deeper understanding of this fascinating destination with a visit to 3 completely different and unique destinations within the country itself with each one offering new landscapes, wildlife and cultures. Top this off with a relaxing stay in Cape Town to end.
9 nights Namibia & 5 nights Cape Town
3 weeks Namibia & South Africa
A leisurely paced trip for those wanting the time to savour each destination, this itinerary has a focus on all the highlights of South Africa with the addition of a visit to the Namibian wilderness.
6 nights Namibia, 5 nights Cape Town, 2 nights Winelands, 3 nights Garden Route & 4 nights Kruger Private Safari.
3 Weeks Best Of Southern Africa
An alternative variation to our Southern Africa Encompassed option, this leisurely trip allows you to acclimatize along the way as you visit 4 countries in Southern Africa with this particular option including a beach stay in Mozambique instead of a visit to Victoria Falls. Including magical Cape Town, 2 diverse wilderness experiences in Namibia, a comprehensive safari circuit in Botswana as well as a relaxing tropical island stay in Mozambique.
4 nights Cape Town, 4 nights Namibia, 7 nights Botswana, 1 nights Johannesburg & 5 nights Mozambique
3 Weeks Best Of Southern Africa
An alternative variation to our Southern Africa Encompassed option, this leisurely trip allows you to acclimatize along the way as you visit 4 countries in Southern Africa with this particular option including a beach stay in Mozambique instead of a visit to Victoria Falls. Including magical Cape Town, 2 diverse wilderness experiences in Namibia, a comprehensive safari circuit in Botswana as well as a relaxing tropical island stay in Mozambique.
4 nights Cape Town, 4 nights Namibia, 7 nights Botswana, 1 nights Johannesburg & 5 nights Mozambique
3 weeks Namibia & South Africa
A leisurely paced trip for those wanting the time to savour each destination, this itinerary has a focus on all the highlights of South Africa with the addition of a visit to the Namibian wilderness.
6 nights Namibia, 5 nights Cape Town, 2 nights Winelands, 3 nights Garden Route & 4 nights Kruger Private Safari.
Hi Joan - We have arrived home safely - with just a little jet lag. Your guidance and expertise in planning this trip was invaluable. The trip exceeded all of my expectations!! I would not have changed anything. It would be difficult to pick out the best part of the trip - in that each day was so special. Rob and Heath were exceptional and a great part in making the trip so special. Londolozi was amazing. I'm not sure who we have to thank for our special Anniversary treat of lunch in the tree house; but thank you, thank you, thank you!! It still brings tears to my eyes thinking of the it!! We started the trip by saying "if" we go back to Africa only for it to be quickly changed to "when" we go back to Africa. So until next time, I thank you again for making this such a special experience!!
We were a group of three couples traveling to South Africa for the first time. We have traveled to Italy, Cuba, Mexico and other locations together and had arranged to stay in a house outside of Cape Town on our own. Redfoot Safaris was introduced to us by a friend in Phoenix that had a great experience in 2017. We communicated with Rex by email and phone and were impressed by his patience as none of us had ever been on a Safari and we had lots of questions. Rex arranged for us to have two full day tours of Cape Town and the surrounding area and we were so impressed with our guide that we engaged him for another full day. Upon arrival at Rattray on Mala Mala we could not believe how comfortable and luxurious the facilities were and the staff and their service was impeccable. Our guide, Garrett, was fantastic and a wealth of knowledge. We were exposed to a great number of animals and learned so much about their lives and their environment. It was both an educational and relaxing break and our photos and memories will be enjoyed for years to come. We highly recommend letting Redfoot make the arrangements so that the total experience can be enjoyed even though it is far from home. We would love to return and repeat the entire experience.
Our trip was just perfect - spent three days touring Cape Town and surroundings with our guide, George Meyer, who was fantastic. Other than our pick-up time, nothing was set in stone, and George allowed each day to unfold as it happened. We got to see everything on our list - and then some. From there we headed to MalaMala for a couple days safari, which were amazing - the accommodations at Rattray's were beautiful, and we saw more wildlife than we were expecting. Our safari guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and perfectly suited for our group. All details were taken care of by Redfoot/Rex, including being met at the Johannesburg airport, which was a huge help on our way home! Can't say enough about Rex, George, and MalaMala. Loved the trip!!