Discover the heart of Namibia's wilderness on this guided journey to Etosha National Park — one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations and home to extraordinary concentrations of game. This 4-day...
Guided
4 day journey
Duration
4 days
Group size
2–4 travellers
Style
Guided
From
NAD 20,600 / pp
Departures
Year-round
Nights
3 nights away
The journey
Explore at your own pace.
Discover the heart of Namibia's wilderness on this guided journey to Etosha National Park — one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations and home to extraordinary concentrations of game. This 4-day...
Discover the heart of Namibia's wilderness on this guided journey to Etosha National Park — one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations and home to extraordinary concentrations of game. This 4-day adventure combines comfortable boutique and safari lodge accommodation with thrilling game drives across the park's diverse ecosystems: open saltpan grasslands, dense acacia woodland, and productive waterholes that draw Etosha's famous cast of wildlife. Encounter elephant herds, lions, cheetah, giraffe, and the rare desert-adapted black rhino — all viewable from a customised safari vehicle driven by a professional guide.
Evenings are spent at Etosha's legendary floodlit waterholes, where predators and prey converge in a natural theatre unlike any other on the continent.
Thrilling game drives across Etosha's diverse ecosystems
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Exceptional sightings of elephant, lion, cheetah, and giraffe
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Rare opportunities to spot the elusive desert-adapted black rhino
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Enchanting evenings at legendary floodlit waterholes
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Stay in handpicked boutique and safari lodge accommodations
The route, drawn out.
2 stops 1,130 km total
NAMIBIA · ETOSHA NATOPENSTREETMAP
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Itinerary
2 stops
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Etosha National Park
Best: June – November
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Windhoek
Best: November – May
Day by day.
Times are flexible — we'd rather you stop for a long lunch than rush to the next viewpoint.
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Day 1 · D
Windhoek to Etosha – The Drive North (430 km)
After your airport meet-and-greet, load the safari vehicle and depart Windhoek northbound on the B1 — the country's main artery — as the city gives way to open thornbush farmland. Pass through Okahandja (the woodcarvers' capital of Namibia — consider a quick stop), and continue north through the Otavi Triangle, one of the country's most fertile farming regions. The historic town of Otjiwarongo provides a lunch stop, with optional a visit to the grounds of the world-renowned Cheetah Conservation Fund, home to the largest single cheetah population outside the wild. Continue north through Outjo — the classic 'gateway to Etosha' — stopping for final supplies before entering the park. Arrive at the southern Anderson Gate by early afternoon and immediately begin your first game drive along the western circuit toward Okaukuejo camp, stopping at Salvadora waterhole and the mineral-rich Olifantsrus spring frequented by entire elephant herds. Settle into camp before the evening's centrepiece: the famous Okaukuejo floodlit waterhole — a 24-hour natural theatre where, night after night, herds of elephant, rare black rhino, lion prides, spotted hyena, and jackal converge to drink under floodlights just metres from the viewing bench. This is widely considered one of the greatest wildlife-watching experiences in Africa. Dinner served at camp.
Etosha National Park
Overnight
What's included.
From NAD 20,600 per person
Included
3 nights in carefully selected luxury boutique and safari lodge accommodations
All meals as specified in the itinerary (3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners)
Bottled mineral water provided daily during all game drives and transfers
Exclusive use of a customised 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof for optimal viewing
Services of a professional, experienced English-speaking safari guide for the duration of the tour
All national park entrance fees for Etosha National Park
Return road transfers from Windhoek (Hosea Kutako International Airport or city hotel) to Etosha
Emergency medical evacuation cover within Namibia
Cancellation policy+
Free cancellation up to 60 days before departure. 50% charge for cancellations made 30–59 days before departure. No refund for cancellations within 30 days of departure. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to reservations@kenakare.com.
Frequently asked questions.
What is the best time of year to visit Etosha National Park for wildlife viewing?
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The dry season, from May to October, is widely considered the prime time for wildlife viewing in Etosha. As water sources become scarce, animals congregate around the remaining waterholes, offering spectacular and predictable sightings, especially at the park's famous floodlit waterholes.
What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during this tour?
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Etosha National Park is renowned for its abundant wildlife. You can anticipate seeing large herds of elephants, numerous species of antelope (including springbok, kudu, and oryx), giraffes, zebras, and various predators like lions, cheetahs, and leopards. We also have excellent chances of encountering the critically endangered black rhino.
What type of accommodation will be provided?
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We handpick boutique and safari lodge accommodations that offer comfort, authentic charm, and often provide unique views or experiences. These lodges are chosen for their excellent service, amenities, and proximity to prime wildlife areas, ensuring a relaxing retreat after exciting days of exploration.
No deposit until we've shaped the itinerary together. We reply to every enquiry personally, within a working day.
Payments are settled in Namibian dollars (NAD).
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Expert-guided safari experience for intimate wildlife encounters
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Seamless journey from Windhoek to the heart of Etosha
Total drive
1,130 km
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Drive430 km
MealsDinner
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Day 2 · B/D
Etosha Eastern Circuit – Pan Edge & Namutoni Fort
Rise before dawn for coffee and rusks, then head east along the southern edge of the massive Etosha saltpan — a blinding white expanse covering 4,731 km² and visible from space. The pan was formed from a lake that dried up approximately 16,000 years ago, leaving behind a mineral-rich crust that attracts wildlife from kilometres away. In the early morning, the eastern circuit is electric with activity: large herds of springbok, blue wildebeest, and Burchell's zebra graze the open grasslands, while the tree line harbours secretive leopards on their way back from nocturnal hunts. Visit the Halali waterhole complex mid-morning — a series of productive springs surrounded by lichen-covered dolomite boulders that provide exceptional hide-and-seek opportunities for both predator and photographer. Continue east to Namutoni, where the whitewashed German colonial fort (built 1901, rebuilt 1906) stands like a mirage in the heat haze. Explore the ramparts and the Namutoni museum before a guided walk to the adjacent Klein Namutoni waterhole, famous for enormous multi-family elephant herds that converge in the late afternoon. The drive back west in the golden late-afternoon light is prime predator country — keep a close eye on the tree line. Return to Okaukuejo for dinner and another memorable floodlit waterhole evening.
Etosha National Park
Overnight—
Drive120 km
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 · B/D
Etosha Western Circuit – Rhino, Lion & Floodplain
An early start for the western circuit — arguably the best game-viewing section of the park and home to the densest concentration of black rhino on Earth. Head directly to Klein Okevi waterhole at first light: this is Namibia's most reliable spot to observe the critically endangered black rhino, which often emerge from the bush just before sunrise to drink, their prehistoric silhouettes unmistakable. Continue west along the pan edge through the acacia and mopane woodland belt, where lion prides favour the shade during the heat of the day. Visit Charitsaub, Kapupuhedi, and the remarkable Moringa waterhole — named for the ancient camelthorn tree that stands half-submerged at its edge, a favourite prop for giraffe stretching their improbable necks to drink. A picnic lunch is served in a designated rest area with views across the shimmering saltpan. Afternoon loop through the productive western floodplains, scanning for cheetah coursing after springbok, and don't miss the Goas waterhole where gem-like carmine bee-eaters flash over the water surface. Return to Okaukuejo for a final sunset at the camp's watch tower, followed by dinner and a last languorous session at the floodlit waterhole.
Etosha National Park
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Drive150 km
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 · B
Final Dawn Drive & Return to Windhoek (430 km)
Dawn is the golden hour in Etosha — predators are still active, the light is perfect, and the animals have not yet retreated to shade. One final early morning game drive loops through the western circuit before returning to Anderson Gate by mid-morning. Begin the scenic return drive to Windhoek via Outjo and Otjiwarongo. Stop for lunch in Otjiwarongo, and if time allows, make a stop at the Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) visitor centre — the world's largest cheetah research and conservation facility, where resident cheetahs can be observed up close during feeding demonstrations. Continue south through the Namibian farmlands, arriving in Windhoek by early evening. Your guide transfers you to your hotel or the international airport terminal with a warm send-off. You depart with lion tracks in your mind and the haunting beauty of the Etosha saltpan etched into your memory.
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and telephone calls
Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and snacks unless specified
Is this tour suitable for children?
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This private guided tour can be tailored to families with children, offering a wonderful educational and adventurous experience. Please inform us of your children's ages at the time of booking, as some lodges may have age restrictions or offer specific family-friendly amenities.
What should I pack for an Etosha safari?
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We recommend packing light, comfortable clothing in neutral colours, suitable for warm daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. Essentials include a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, high-SPF sunscreen, insect repellent, a good camera with extra batteries, binoculars, and a light jacket or fleece for early morning and evening game drives.
