Namibia Honeymoon Road Trip
An African-style honeymoon adventure with the most unique breathtaking scenes on earth from desert landscapes to wonderful cultural and historical treasures. This trip takes in Namibia's highlights and offers up the perfect romantic road trip.
📍 Windhoek > Sossusvlei > Swakopmund > Damaraland > Etosha > Central Highlands
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An African-style honeymoon adventure with the most unique breathtaking scenes on earth from desert landscapes to wonderful cultural and historical treasures. This trip takes in Namibia's highlights and offers up the perfect romantic road trip.
Why we love it
“Take the wheel and get ready to honeymoon, African style! You’ll experience the freedom of a self-drive adventure in the desert landscape of Namibia. Road trips aren’t always possible in Africa but Namibia is a different beast, it has an incredible road system making it easy to load up the 4x4 and go exploring on your own. This country offers the ultimate combination of beautiful landscape, fascinating history and adrenaline-packed adventures, expect epic sand dunes, miles of pristine coastline, unique wildlife sightings and romantic hot air balloon rides - this trip has it all! Not only do you get to choose your pace, but we also offer a range of accommodation options for your honeymoon escape, from simple campsites to luxurious hotels. This trip is also available with a driver and guide. Just ask!”
Christabelle
team nemoTrip includes
Excludes international flights
When to go
The rains begin to recede and parts of the country will be lovely and lush and green. Should season rates still apply and it's a beautiful time to visit
Apr-May
Temperatures are mild and the country is dry, an excellent time for game viewing
Jun-Aug
Temperatures rise and it can be very hot and dusty, but the end of a long dry season signals an excellent time for game viewing
Sept-Oct
The first thunderstorms and rains often arrive later this month, making for dramatic skies and good shoulder season savings can be made
Nov
The rainy season in Namibia, though with so much desert certain areas are often still very dry. The country will be less busy and low season rates can be benefitted from
Dec-Mar
Pick and choose from our curated portfolio of hotels and experiences, designing your perfect itinerary.
Your trip includes seamless logistics throughout with the world's top drivers and guides. We customise your trip on a 1-1 basis until it's perfect for you.
We connect you to a personal Travel Expert who is on hand to make your trip truly perfect. They will be in touch within 24 hrs.
International flights are not included in the total cost, our Travel Experts can advise on the best routes and places to book.
Example itinerary
Our team have curated an amazing route for you to get inspired. Your trip will be fully bespoke - we can add, remove and tweak this to your heart's content.
Windhoek
The Namibian capital is the starting and ending point of all Namibia trips but more than just an overnight spot with some great hotels, bars and restaurants. The airport connects very well internationally.
1 night
Sossusvlei
Almost certain to be the first stop on your self-drive trip of Namibia, you will not be left disappointed. The famous 'deadvlei' and Dune 45 are the big highlights and hot air balloon safaris are possible in season.
3 nights
Swakopmund
Nestled between the harsh Atlantic Coast and a vast dune system, this is the activity hub for the country. Hotels vary from small guesthouses to the quirky Pelican House and the region can be accessed by road from Sossusvlei or air from Windhoeck.
2 nights
Damaraland
A jaw-dropping region in the heart of Namibia. The landscapes have inspired stories from the tales of San Bushmen to the first diamond mines that scattered the region. Certain properties offering a chance to see desert-adapted wildlife whilst all give you access to some incredible hiking and camping experiences. The best way to get here is by road but you can also fly in.
3 nights
Etosha
Namibia's top game viewing destination and a true 'big 5' experience. Aim for the dry season June-September if you want to see the iconic waterhole gatherings, wildlife can be seen all year round, it is just a bit harder to spot. Two nights should be a minimum here and the best access is by road, with light aircraft flights also available.
3 nights
Central Highlands
Located between Windhoek and Etosha, this stunning region offers endless rolling hills and great valleys that are home to Namibia's family-owned farms, ranches and the AfriCat Foundation. The area has a wonderful array of luxury lodges and guesthouses and is hallmarked by genuine Namibian hospitality (guests often share home-cooked meals with their hosts, or visit traditional Herero villages) making it the perfect base or stopover amidst your safari adventures.
2 nights
Namibia Honeymoon Road Trip
£3,198
£3,198
Trip includes
Excludes international flights
FAQs
Why should I book with nemo?
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What are the deposit terms?
We charge a 20% non-refundable deposit, plus charge up front for flights we book. These terms are aligned with our partner hotels, activity and logistics partners in each destination.
If you need to change your trip, we will do everything we can to do so without a charge. Similarly with cancellation, whilst the deposit is non-refundable, we can often transfer this to a future trip.
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