Namibia Family Action Adventure
Perfect for families with older children, this action-packed itinerary appeals to the adventurer inside all of us. Embark on an in-depth discovery of Nambia’s awe-inspiring landscapes, taking them in from both down on the ground and up in the skies. From Windhoek you’ll fly into the copper-coloured Namib ‘sand-sea’ and the towering Sossusvlei dunes for two nights in refined desert luxury, before moving on to adrenaline-fuelled adventure sports in Swakopmund. Track endangered black rhinos on foot at Wilderness Desert Rhino Camp in Damaraland, before finishing your journey with three days on safari in Etosha National Park.
Trip highlights
- View the martian landscapes of Sossusvlei from a hot air balloon
- Ride a quad bike over the copper-coloured Sossusvlei dunes
- Chase an adrenaline rush on a dune boarding adventure in Swakopmund
- Explore the coast on a guided sea kayaking trip
- Track endangered black rhinos on foot in Damaraland
- Spot game on a safari in Etosha National Park
Our bespoke trips include
We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Privately guided tours
- Private transfers
- Meticulously selected experiences
- Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
Itinerary in detail
Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.
Days 1–2
One night in Windhoek
With a population of just 234,000, Windhoek is one of the smallest capital cities in the world, but nonetheless makes a big impression to start your journey. Begin with an exploration of its German style architecture, artisanal craft markets and its impressive National Botanical Gardens. The city’s culinary scene is a delightful fusion of international flavours and authentic Namibian cuisine, with game meat on the menu for those who fancy trying it.
Where you could stay
Days 2–4
Sossusvlei sand dunes
The towering terracotta sand dunes and clay pans that belong to the Sossusvlei form the signature landscape of Namibia. Located in the Namib-Naukluft National Park in the southern Namib Desert, this rippling sand sea of huge dunes has been shaped by the winds and the underground Tsauchab River.
Enjoy your time in the world’s oldest desert where your guides will take you on walking safaris, scenic drives and perhaps a photography lesson or two. Your travel designer will be able to talk you through the various activities available depending on which accommodation you choose to stay at.
Where you could stay
Wilderness Little Kulala
Make it mine
Hot air balloon
Quad bikes and e-bikes
Dune excursion
Hot air ballooning over the Namib Desert
Take to the skies on a spectacular balloon flight over mesmerising Sossusvlei in the Namib Sand Sea, one of the oldest deserts on earth. As the sun rises, you’ll lift off and drift gracefully over the endless vistas of towering dunes and mountains, capturing the desert’s ancient beauty from a unique perspective.
Experience the magic of the desert for approximately one hour, with the shifting shadows and lights creating an unforgettable spectacle below. Upon landing, indulge in an “Out of Africa” – style champagne breakfast set in the heart of the desert. Enjoy a decadent feast and exchange stories with your pilot in these stunning surroundings.
Desert e-biking and quadbiking
Feel the thrill of navigating vast desert dunes on a quad bike or e-bike, whizzing past the otherworldly landscapes on your chosen vehicle. This guided activity showcases the impressive scale of this awe-inspiring and remote terrain, as you climb towering dunes, conquer rugged pathways and accelerate across sun-warmed plains.
Excursion to the Sossusvlei dunes
Embark on an excursion to the incredible Sossusvlei dunes to admire the incredible views and experience the magical silence of the desert. Your guide will drive you to their favourite viewpoints, pointing out topographic features unique to the region and explaining the geography, giving you a new appreciation for its beauty and the desert-adapted wildlife that survives here.
Days 4–6
Adrenaline adventures in Swakopmund
Head to Swakopmund, where the golden Namib desert meets the vast Atlantic coastline. This coastal town is a hotspot for adventure sports, including sky diving, dune boarding and quadbiking, as well as scenic balloon flights, horse riding and windsurfing. The Swakop River delta is a haven for birdlife, while the sea brings opportunities to spot seals, dolphins and even shipwrecks.
Make it mine
Dune adventures
Sea kayaking
Walvis Bay cruise
Dune boarding and quad biking
This is an action-packed excursion for the whole family to enjoy. Choose either quad biking or dune boarding before being driven out into the dunes to start your adventure. Your guide will show you how to make the most of your activity by teaching you the best techniques, before you’re let loose on the dunes to slide or ride to your heart’s content. Feel the exhilaration of gliding over the dunes with the wind in your heart and the sand slipping beneath you.
Guided sea kayaking
Explore Swakopmund’s stretch of Skeleton Coastline from a different perspective by taking to the waves in a sea kayak. Your guide will lead you out onto the water and demonstrate the correct technique to help you navigate the waves. Together you’ll paddle your way along the coast, taking in the landscapes and the marine life that inhabits it.
Walvis Bay seal and dolphin cruise
Enjoy a dolphin and seal cruise on a catamaran in the beautiful Walvis Bay area.You’ll get to see pelicans, seals, and possibly even leaping dolphins and shy turtles. From the Walvis Bay Waterfront you’ll sail to Pelican Point to view the lighthouse, oyster platforms, different bird species, seals and an abundance of marine life.
Days 6–8
Rhino tracking in Damaraland
Your next stop is Damaraland, which promises a remote safari like no other. This exceptionally scenic region is home to black rhinos, which you can track on foot during a walking safari at Wilderness Desert Rhino Camp. The freshwater springs also support healthy populations of desert-adapted elephants, Hartmann’s mountain zebras, giraffes, gemsboks, springboks, kudus and predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards and brown and spotted hyenas.
You can also spot the ancient San rock art which adorns the rocks here, explore desert plains, ancient valleys and marvel at the towering peaks of Spitzkoppe and the Brandberg Massif.
Rhino tracking adventure
Through more than 20 years of partnering with local conservancies and the Save the Rhino trust, Wilderness Desert Rhino camp works to protect populations of endangered black rhinos. Head out on foot with an experienced tracker to capture a breathtaking glimpse of these majestic animals in the wild, while learning about Wilderness’ efforts to conserve their population and protect against poaching. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see some of Africa’s most incredible animals and watch wildlife conservation in action.
Days 8–11
A safari in Etosha National Park
Finish your trip with three days on safari in Etosha National Park. Etosha’s most distinguishing feature is its enormous, horizon-less silvery salt pan, as well as the variety and concentration of game that crowd its surrounding spring-fed waterholes. Nicknamed the ‘Place of Mirages’, the terrain is certainly extraordinary, especially when a pride of lions, herds of blue wildebeest or desert elephants appear through the haze to stand against this stark backdrop.
The remains of an ancient inland lake, the Etosha Pan takes up about a quarter of the park’s land, although there are a variety of habitats to explore, from mopane woodland and treeless plains to open savannah that becomes more hilly the further west you go.
Where you could stay
Andersson’s at Ongava
Game drives in Etosha National Park
Discover the impressive variety of game that make their home in Etosha National park on a series of morning and evening game drives. Your driver and guide will take you out to spot different wildlife, including zebras, springboks, giraffes, elephants and lions, using their expert knowledge of the area to improve your chances of a sighting and create thrilling memories.
We had the most amazing honeymoon to Cape Town, Botswana, and Namibia, thanks to the Jacada team (and in particular, Jamey Lowis and Grace Elliott)! Every logistical step was planned to perfection, our lodgings were beautiful and welcoming, and we had the exact trip we were looking for. We would definitely use Jacada again.
Why book with Jacada
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant Concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.
Positive impact
We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.
