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Windhoek, Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia Windhoek, Namibia
Sossusvlei, Namibia
Sossusvlei, Namibia Sossusvlei, Namibia
Sesriem Naukluft, Namibia
Sesriem Naukluft, Namibia Sesriem Naukluft, Namibia
Swakopmund, Namibia
Swakopmund, Namibia Swakopmund, Namibia
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Created: Thursday, May 15, 2025
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Namibia: The great namibian desert
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Day 1: Windhoek

Crossing the Namibian desert on horseback is a lifelong dream….this is the oldest and most fascinating desert in the world, dating back 80 million years. The Namib Desert is located on the coastal part of western Namibia, with a small portion also situated in Angola and the Republic of South Africa. Much of the Namib territory is included in protected natural areas, the most important of which is the Namib-Naukluft National Park, the largest national park in Africa. The name “Namib” (from which “Namibia” is derived) comes from the language of the Nama people who inhabit the region and means “vast place,” indeed it covers an area of about 55,000 km². The southern Namib (between Luderitz and the Kuiseb River) consists of a belt of some of the highest and most spectacular dunes in the world, often characterized by very intense colors, ranging from pink to orange. The tourist destination of Sossusvlei is particularly well-known, where Dune 45 (often referred to as “the most photographed in the world”) and Big Daddy, the tallest in the world (305 meters), are located.

We will set off on horseback from the inland areas of Windhoek to the coasts of Swakopmund, from rolling hills to rocky desert and sandy shores. A 250-mile adventure in the company of excellent horses and guides that will lead you to discover the most remote and spectacular parts of Namibia.

ITALY/WINDHOEK (-/-/D)
Pick-up at Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek (WDH) and transfer to River Crossing Lodge where we will meet the rest of the group. During dinner, the trip will be explained.


Day 2: Sossusvlei

WINDHOEK / SOSSUSVLEI (B/L/D)
Transfer to the location where the horses are waiting for us (about 4 hours) and the beginning of the Namibian Desert with a spectacular view of the Naukluft mountains. In the afternoon, the excursion will take us through the Sossusvlei area with its vast sand dunes, some reaching up to 300 meters. Return to the camp for a traditional dinner of local dishes.


Day 3: Sossusvlei

SOSSUSVLEI / NAUKLUFT (B/L/D)
Today marks the start of our adventure on horseback through oases and sand. The camp will be set up between the hills before the majestic Naukluft mountains, and the nearby waterholes often attract many zebras, kudus, and oryx at night.


Day 4: Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park

B/L/D)
Our adventure in the pristine nature continues with long gallops every time the valleys open up. The camp will be set up near an isolated farm.


Day 5: Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park

B/L/D)
We will cross some dunes with reddish sand before entering a canyon where we will stop in the shade for lunch. As we continue, by the end of the day, we might spot the Kuiseb River in the distance.


Day 6: Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park

B/L/D)
We will head towards the riverbed, where the terrain becomes quite technical at times. The camp will be set up above the river, near a tangle of trees.


Day 7: Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park

B/L/D)
On horseback towards Ganab, a watering point for mountain zebras, oryx, ostriches, and even desert giraffes, which we may have the chance to spot and perhaps even approach with a little luck. Overnight at the camp.


Day 8: Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park

B/L/D)
Another adventure-filled day heading towards the Hotsas watering point, crossing the Tinkas and Tumas valleys, which become increasingly sparse in vegetation as we approach the coast. This is the area where fog starts to appear, with its constant humidity being five times greater than the humidity from rainfall.


Day 9: Swakopmund

B/L/D)
Today, we will pass from an arid landscape into the true desert, where we will see the characteristic ghostly trees, the Welwitschia Mirabilis. This is a very ancient place, full of fascination but also great solitude. Passing through the Moon Valley, we will arrive at our camp near the Swakop River.


Day 10: Swakopmund

SWAKOPMUND (B/L/D)
We will finally reach the Atlantic Ocean and make our first contact with civilization after many days. We will ride on the beach at Swakopmund before relaxing for our last dinner and enjoying a restful night at the lodge.


Day 11:

SWAKOPMUND/WINDHOEK (B/-/-)
Breakfast and transfer to Windhoek (about 4 hours). Please schedule a return flight no earlier than 3:00 PM. For those who wish to avoid the transfer by road, we recommend a flight from Walvis Bay.
For those who wish to extend their stay by a few days, we can suggest some activities in Swakopmund (dolphin cruise, sandboarding, skydiving, desert quad tours), or a visit to Etosha National Park.

Note: The itinerary above is indicative and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control.
Non-riders can also participate and can use the jeeps for their photographic safaris.

Note: (B/L/D): B = breakfast; L = lunch; D = dinner Difficulty Level: From ° to °°°°°

DURATION: 11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS
DIFFICULTY: From °°° to °°°° (INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED)
ACCOMMODATION: 8 nights in bivouac + 2 nights in lodge
EQUIPMENT: Very comfortable TREKKING SADDLE suitable for endurance with special water pouches
HORSES: ARABIAN, HAFLINGER, LIPIZZANER bred locally and very well trained for this type of terrain.
PACE: 6 to 8 H IN THE SADDLE (20 to 60 km per day), 4/5 h in the morning and 2 in the afternoon. The three gaits will be used depending on the terrain (very varied, from grassy to rocky to sandy). Good horse control in open spaces and good physical condition are required, and it may be necessary to lead your horse by hand. Each rider will be responsible for saddling/unsaddling their own horse.
WHAT TO BRING: riding clothing, preferably in khaki/sand colors. Protective helmet, fanny pack, water bottle.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT: 85 KG (a support horse is available, with a supplement for those weighing more)
TYPE: itinerant with overnight stays in bivouac with support vehicles

ACCOMMODATION: The 8 nights in bivouac involve setting up simple tented camps, with double or single tents equipped with camp cots and pillows. Field shower. Meals are varied and freshly prepared over the fire.
The first and last night will be in a lodge.

SUPPLEMENTS:
Single Room: 320 euros
Supplement for Riders Over 85 KG: 1310 euros

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Trip summary
2 Adults
Nights 10
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Destinations 5
Accommodations 2
Tours 1
Tour summary
Guide languages
English
Included
All meals as per the itinerary
Transfers to/from Windhoek airport
Transfer from the lodge to Windhoek to the meeting point with the horses
Entrance to the Namib Sand Sea at Sossusvlei, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Support vehicles and staff setting up the camp
8 overnight stays in a tented camp
1 night in a lodge in Windhoek
1 night in a lodge in Swakopmund
8 days on horseback (6-8 hours per day)
Horses and equipment provided
Expert local guide fluent in English
Gadgets, luggage tags, and various informational documents
Insurance for medical assistance, medical repatriation, and baggage damage
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Excluded
International flights to/from Windhoek
Drinks at the lodge (first and last night)
Meals not mentioned, airport taxes, drinks, tips, personal extras
Everything not specified in the "price includes" section
Possible extensions
Supplemental insurance
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- Lodge
- Bivacco
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