Explore the scenic western side of Namibia with a balanced adventure of mountains, wildlife, rock art, and coastal stops.

Day 1: Windhoek ➜ Mount Katriennam (Erongo Mountains)

Depart Windhoek early (~3–4 hrs drive).
Stay: Mount Katriennam Lodge.
Activities: Check-in, nature walk around the granite hills, visit Omaruru craft shops or Kristall Kellerei Wine Estate.
Dinner at lodge or Omaruru café.
Overnight: Mount Katriennam Lodge.

Day 2: Erongo Mountains

Morning: Hike to the summit of Mount Katriennam with local guide. See rock art.
Picnic lunch prepared by lodge.
Afternoon: Sundowner drive or visit Herero craft market.
Dinner under stars.
Overnight: Mount Katriennam Lodge.

Day 3: Erongo ➜ Spitzkoppe

Drive ~2–2.5 hrs west.
Stay: Spitzkoppe Community Restcamp.
Activities: Walk to Spitzkoppe Arch & Bushman rock art sites. Sunset climb on granite boulders.
Stargazing.
Dinner: Self-catered braai or camp restaurant.
Overnight: Spitzkoppe Community Campsite.

Day 4: Spitzkoppe ➜ Brandberg/Uis (Ombara Mountain Lodge)

Drive ~2–2.5 hrs north-west.
Stay: Ombara Mountain Lodge or Brandberg White Lady Lodge Campsite.
Activities: Rest, sunset walk at Brandberg foothills.
Dinner at lodge.
Overnight: Ombara Mountain Lodge.

Day 5: Brandberg Adventure

Morning: Guided hike to White Lady rock painting (2–3 hrs).
Midday: Picnic lunch on trail.
Afternoon: Visit Uis village, buy gemstones, Himba crafts.
Dinner: Fireside dinner at lodge.
Overnight: Ombara Mountain Lodge.

Day 6: Brandberg ➜ Outjo

Drive ~4 hrs east.
Stay: Etotongwe Lodge.
Activities: Pool, wildlife rescue sanctuary, Outjo German bakery.
Dinner at lodge or local diner.
Overnight: Etotongwe Lodge.

Day 7: Etosha National Park

Morning: Early breakfast, day trip to Etosha via Anderson Gate (~90 km).
Activities: Self-drive or guided game drive, see elephants, lions, giraffes, rhino, zebras.
Midday: Picnic at Okaukuejo or Halali.
Evening: Return to Outjo.
Dinner: Etotongwe Lodge.
Overnight: Etotongwe Lodge.

Day 8: Outjo ➜ Erongo or Omaruru

Optional extra night to rest.
Stay: Mount Katriennam or Erongo Wilderness Lodge.
Activities: Short hike, birdwatching, visit local farm.

Day 9: Outjo ➜ Swakopmund (optional coast)

Drive ~5 hrs via Uis & Henties Bay.
Stay: Skeleton Beach Backpackers, Municipal Rest Camp, or Sea Breeze Guesthouse.
Activities: Walk Jetty, lighthouse, open-air market.
Dinner: Local seafood or fish & chips.
Overnight: Swakopmund.

Day 10: Swakopmund ➜ Windhoek

Relax with breakfast by ocean.
Drive back to Windhoek (~4–5 hrs).
Optional stop: Okahandja Wood Carvers Market.

Affordable Lodges & Camps

• Erongo: Mount Katriennam Lodge, Erongo Wilderness Lodge Tented Camps, Omaruru Guesthouse.
• Spitzkoppe: Spitzkoppe Community Restcamp.
• Brandberg/Uis: Ombara Mountain Lodge, Brandberg White Lady Lodge Campsite.
• Outjo: Etotongwe Lodge, Outjo Backpackers.
• Swakopmund: Skeleton Beach Backpackers, Municipal Rest Camp, Sea Breeze Guesthouse.

Travel Tips

✔️ Bring hiking shoes, hat, sunblock, warm layers for nights.