Classic South Tour

15 Days / 14 Nights
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Tour Overview

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  • Windhoek
  • Kalahari
  • Fish River Canyon
  • Aus
  • Sossusvlei
  • Swakopmund
  • Spitzkoppe
  • Windhoek

The Classic South, 15-day Self-Drive tour, is similar them as the Classic north tour, but for those who are more interested in landscapes. This tour is focused more on the arid, dry parts of the country such as the Kalahari Desert, Fish river canyon, Sossusvlei Tour as well as the cold Atlantic coastal towns of Lüderitz and Swakopmund.

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Destination Nights Driving Time Distance
Windhoek 1 +/- 45 Minutes 50 km
Kalahari 2 +/- 3 Hours 270 km
Fish River Canyon 2 +/- 5 Hours 330 km
Aus 2 +/- 5 Hours 370 km
Sossusvlei 2 +/- 4 Hours 290 km
Swakopmund 2 +/- 3.5-4 Hours 310 km
Spitzkoppe 2 +/- 3.5-6 Hours 200 km
Windhoek 1 +/- 4 Hours 380 km
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Arid desert landscape and rolling mountain peaks under a vibrant pink sunset sky.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore the breathtaking Fish River Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the world.

  • Experience the stunning red dunes of Sossusvlei and the iconic white clay pan of Deadvlei.

  • Discover the beauty of the Kalahari Desert with its red sands, wildlife and spectacular sunsets.

  • Visit the historic coastal town of Lüderitz and explore the fascinating ghost town of Kolmanskop.

  • Spot the famous wild desert horses roaming freely near Aus.

  • Enjoy the charm of Swakopmund, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Namib Desert.

  • Travel through some of Namibia's most spectacular and ever-changing landscapes, from deserts and canyons to dramatic coastlines.

  • Discover the rugged beauty of the Erongo Mountains, renowned for their granite formations, ancient rock art and scenic hiking trails.

  • Experience unforgettable scenic drives through the Namib Desert, one of the oldest deserts in the world.

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Day 1: Arrival in Namibia, Windhoek

Rustic outdoor dining area at Joe's Beerhouse in Windhoek featuring thatched roofs, tropical palms, and a koi pond.
Historic Christuskirche Lutheran church framed by palm trees against a clear blue sky in Windhoek, Namibia.
Local craft market stall in Windhoek, Namibia, displaying handmade African jewelry, wooden carvings, and traditional souvenirs.
Male Greater Kudu with spiral horns standing in the middle of a gravel road on a Namibian safari.
Independence Memorial Museum in Windhoek featuring the Sam Nujoma statue and grand outdoor stone staircase.
HKI Airport to Windhoek:
Est. driving time: +/- 45 Minutes
Est. total km: 50 km
Situated in Central Namibia, the cosmopolitan city of Windhoek functions as the capital of the country. It is home to an international airport and a plethora of restaurants, shops, entertainment venues and accommodation options. The city is clean, safe and well-organised, with a colonial legacy that is reflected in its many German eateries and shops, and the widespread use of the German language. Windhoek has an interesting mix of historical architecture and modern buildings, many of which are worth a look, including the Alte Feste an old fort, the 1896 Christuskirche Christ Church, and the more contemporary Supreme Court.

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Welcome to Namibia. Upon arrival at Windhoek International Airport, a Melbic driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel or our office in Windhoek. Vehicle handover depends on your arrival time, airport formalities, and transfer duration.
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Day 2-3: Kalahari Namibia

Golden grass landscape with scattered thorn trees under a clear blue sky in the Kalahari region of Namibia.
Two meerkats standing upright on sandy soil on lookout duty in the Kalahari Desert.
Open safari vehicle parked on red sand dunes at sunset with tourists enjoying a sundowner drink.
African giraffe standing among green thorn trees and bushes in the Namibian wilderness.
Solitary Gemsbok oryx with long spiral horns standing on arid desert ground during a Namibian wildlife safari.
Windhoek to Kalahari:
Est. driving time: +/- 3 Hours
Est. total km: 270 km
Spreading across Botswana, South Africa and Namibia, the Kalahari meaning 'the great thirst' is an exceptionally beautiful living desert. The landscape is characterised by a large semi-arid sandy savannah draped over a gently rolling inland sea of sand covering most of Botswana and large parts of Namibia and South Africa. It is also the last bastion of the indigenous San people with the modern world having enveloped all the other areas they once roamed. The Namibian portion is made up of red sands covered in thin, wispy, mostly golden grass and dotted with acacia trees and wide-ranging wildlife including gemsbok, impala, jackals and cheetah.

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For your first morning in Namibia, enjoy a relaxed morning in Windhoek. Today you will travel to one of Namibia's most popular destinations, the Kalahari Desert. Enjoy a magnificent sundowner in this region as you enjoy a sip of some of Africa’s great wines.
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Day 4-5: Fish River Canyon

Dramatic sunset sky with pink and orange clouds glowing over the vast gorge of Fish River Canyon in Namibia.
Small klipspringer antelope perched on a rocky cliff edge overlooking the sweeping view of Fish River Canyon.
Hikers walking along a dusty trail through the rugged desert mountains of Fish River Canyon, Namibia.
Large resort swimming pool surrounded by rocky mountains and palm trees near Fish River Canyon in Namibia.
Solitary springbok standing in a rocky desert landscape with euphorbia bushes in southern Namibia.
Kalahri to Fish River Canyon:
Est. driving time: +/- 5-6 Hours
Est. total km: 450 km
Carving out an epic rocky wonderland in the south of Namibia, the Fish River has created Africa’s largest and the world’s second largest canyon. Hot, dry and stony, the Fish River Canyon measures a whopping 160 kilometres in length, at times 27 kilometres in width and 550 metres in depth. The awe-inspiring natural beauty of this ancient geological marvel draws visitors from around the globe. For those looking for adventure, the intense 85 kilometre Fish River Hiking Trail through1.5 billion years of geological history will definitely thrill avid adventure enthusiasts.

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Early this morning, you will drive further south of the country, towards the second largest canyon in the world, the Fish River Canyon. On the way, make a stop at the Quiver Tree Forest which is located northeast outside Keetmanshoop.
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Day 6-7: Aus

Wide scenic view of rocky desert mountains and vast arid plains in the Aus region of Namibia.
Two feral wild horses nuzzling each other near Garub in the Namib Desert near Aus, Namibia.
Boats anchored in the blue harbor waters of Lüderitz, Namibia, with historic German colonial architecture and Felsenkirche on the hills.
Sand-filled room and wooden staircase inside an abandoned historic building in Kolmanskop ghost town, Namibia.
Male African ostrich standing on rocky desert ground with mountains in the background during a Namibian safari.
Fish River Canyon to Aus:
Est. driving time: +/- 3.5 Hours
Est. total km: 265 km
Perched above the plains of the Namib Desert and tucked away in the rocky Aus Mountains, the small village of Aus is located in the ǁKaras Reion in southern Namibia. The arid surrounding landscape is known for its unique botanical diversity. Aus serves as an excellent base from which to explore the area and to view the main attraction: the feral horses of the Namib Desert, which run wild and free in the sparsely vegetated plains. Catch a glimpse of these wild desert-adapted creatures at the water trough at Garub just twenty kilometres away from the village.

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Depart from the Fish River Canyon and head north towards settlement known as Aus. Located one and a half hours away is the old mining ghost town of Kolmanskop; join a guided tour through this interesting town. Further west is the coastal town of Lüderitz; enjoy a self-drive city tour to learn about this old harbour town.
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Day 8-9: Sossusvlei

Panoramic view of the iconic giant red sand dunes in Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft National Park
Gemsbok oryx standing on a red sand dune during sunset in the Namib Desert
Tour group hiking along the sharp ridge of Dune 45 in Sossusvlei, Namibia
Ancient dead camelthorn trees in Deadvlei clay pan with red dunes and sunrise in Namibia
Namaqua chameleon walking across desert sands on a Namibian wildlife safari tour
Aus to Sossusvlei:
Est. driving time: +/- 5 Hours
Est. total km: 345 km
Located in the scenic Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei is where you will find the iconic red sand dunes of the Namib. The clear blue skies contrast with the giant red dunes to make this one of the most scenic natural wonders of Africa and a photographer's heaven. This awe-inspiring destination is possibly Namibia's premier attraction, with its unique dunes rising to almost 400 metres-some of the highest in the world. These iconic dunes come alive in morning and evening light and draw photography enthusiasts from around the globe. Sossusvlei is home to a variety desert wildlife including Oryx, springbok, ostrich and a variety of reptiles. Visitors can climb 'Big Daddy', one of Sossusvlei’s tallest dunes; explore Deadvlei, a white, salt, claypan dotted with ancient trees.

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From Aus, you will drive to the Namib Desert, the oldest desert in the world. Enjoy the drive towards the sea of some of the highest dunes in the world. Your destination is situated close to the Sossusvlei, take part in a self-drive to the Sossusvlei early in the morning and enjoy sunrise and breakfast in the dunes.
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Day 6-7: Swakopmund

Aerial view of the Swakopmund jetty extending into the Atlantic Ocean along the Namibian coastline
Two dolphins breaching the ocean surface on a marine wildlife tour near Swakopmund
Tourists riding ATVs on a quad biking adventure through the sand dunes near Swakopmund
Aerial view of the iconic red and white Swakopmund Lighthouse surrounded by palm trees in Namibia
Tourists on a marine boat cruise watching seals swim in the ocean waves off Swakopmund
Sossusvlei to Swakopmund:
Est. driving time: +/- 5 Hours
Est. total km: 370 km
Set along Namibia's spectacularly scenic coast, the seaside town of Swakopmund is known for its wide-open avenues, colonial architecture, and is surrounded by otherworldly desert terrain. Founded in 1892 as the main harbour for German South West Africa, Swakopmund has a distinctive German colonial architecture. Now a seaside resort town, Swakopmund is the capital of the Skeleton Coast tourism region and has am abundance to keep visitors happy. The quirky mix of German and Namibian influences, adventure options, laidback atmosphere and cool sea breeze make it very popular Namibian destination for both tourists and locals. Visitors can look forward to a number of exciting activities including: quad biking, horse riding, paragliding, fishing, sightseeing, ocean cruising and fascinating desert tours.

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You will make your way to the coastal city of Swakopmund. Along the way keep a lookout for the ever changing landscape as you drive from the inland to the coast.
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Day 12-13: Spitzkoppe Mountain Range

Massive golden granite peak of Spitzkoppe rising above arid savanna under a blue sky in Erongo, Namibia.
Small klipspringer antelope standing on a steep granite outcrop in Erongo, Namibia.
Ancient San Bushman red ochre cave paintings on a granite rock face in the Erongo region.
Hiker walking among massive boulder formations during sunset in the Erongo Mountains.
Rock hyrax peering out from beneath a shaded granite boulder in the Erongo region.
Swakopmund to Spitzkoppe:
Est. driving time: +/- 3.5-6 Hours
Est. total km: 200 km
Conveniently located only a few hours’ drive from Namibia’s capital city of Windhoek; the Erongo Mountain Range stretches across the plains between the towns of Omaruru and Karibib, and is home to a remarkably rich natural heritage. This expanse of rugged wilderness attracting visitors with its spectacularly scenic landscapes, magnificent caves and rock painting sites, and its impressive array of wildlife species. These include, among others: rhino, elephant, cheetah, leopard, giraffe, wildebeest, impala, blesbok, waterbuck, kudu, warthog, mountain zebra, Oryx, eland, springbok and over 200 species of bird.

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Depart from Swakopmund and travel to one of Namibia's most popular destinations, the Erongo Mountain region. This majestic region is a result of decades old volcanic activities. Not a sight to miss.
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Day 14: Windhoek

A long paved highway stretching through a grassy landscape toward two distinct pointed mountains in the background.
A close-up side view of a white rhinoceros standing on dry ground under a clear blue sky.
A group of hikers walking down a dirt path on a sunny mountain ridge with scenic views of rolling hills.
A large gemsbok oryx standing in dry, tall yellow grass with distant blue mountains.
An elevated view of a vast grassy savannah scattered with low trees during a warm sunset.
Waterberg to Windhoek:
Est. driving time: +/- 3 Hours
Est. total km: 250 km
The region surrounding Windhoek offers a tranquil introduction to—or farewell from—Namibia. Set amidst rolling hills, acacia-dotted plains and abundant wildlife, it provides a peaceful bush experience just a short distance from the capital city. Whether enjoying a final game drive, relaxing by the lodge or taking in one last African sunset, this region offers the perfect ending to an unforgettable self-drive journey.

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After a relaxed morning, return to the Windhoek region for your final overnight stay in Namibia, where you can relax and enjoy one last evening in the African bush.
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Day 15: Departure

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Enjoy a relaxed morning before returning your rental vehicle to Melbic. Following the vehicle inspection, you will be transferred to Hosea Kutako International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Namibian adventure.

What’s Included

  • Accommodations / campsites as per itinerary
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Planning
  • Advising
  • Bookings
  • 24/7 backup during your trip

What’s Not Included

  • Additional Meals
  • Entrance fees into parks and sightseeing spots
  • Flights and Visas
  • Activities – can be arranged

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