10-Day Private Yoga Adventure in Namibia
We will visit 4 of Namibia’s top locations while doing daily yoga out in nature, each a unique experience on its own - Naankuse, world-famous wildlife sanctuary.
The iconic Deadvlei in the Namib Desert and also the oldest desert in the World, adventurous days at the Skeleton Coast, incredible game viewing at Etosha National Park and Wellness at a private game reserve. My yoga holidays are about you, connecting with yourself on a deeper level out in nature, being mindful and having an adventure of a lifetime.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrival - Conservation activitiesStop At: Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary, Windhoek Namibia
On arrival at Windhoek International Airport, you will be met by Marcel or a representative of Naankuse Lodge and your Namibian Yoga Safari Adventure will begin. The drive is about 40 minutes with spectacular landscapes, plus a chance to see baboons or antelope on the way.
Naankuse is an award-winning lodge offering stunning accommodation amidst a 3,200 hectare nature reserve. Settle into your luxurious accommodation, relax for the rest of the day or join one of the many exciting activities that Naankuse offers. A much-needed afternoon yoga session will open your heart as you take in the beautiful natural surroundings. You will have nowhere to go and nothing to achieve, but breath in the moment as your mind settles into that deep state of ease. Letting the wisdom of your body support and heal you, because you deserve it! Dinner will be a 3-course meal out under the African sky.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: 1 Night at Naankuse Lodge
Day 2: Etosha National ParkStop At: Etosha National Park, Etosha National Park, Oshikoto Region
Today you will allow yourself to relax and simply letting go as you start your day with a beautiful and relaxing, slow yoga flow. You will allow yourself to let go of what no longer serves you as you completely surrender your mind and body.
After breakfast, we will be heading to our next venue close to Etosha National Park. It’s a 5-hour drive, and we should arrive around lunchtime. Settle into your accommodation and relax for the rest of the afternoon. We will meet for a sunset yoga session followed by a mouth-watering dinner under the African sky…
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Etosha Village
Day 3: Etosha National ParkStop At: Etosha National Park, Etosha National Park, Oshikoto Region
Waking up to a beautiful day in Africa!! An early start today as we will be heading to Etosha National Park with the lodges guide in one of their open-air game drive vehicles. The park opens at sunrise and early mornings are best to view wildlife. It is home to hundreds of species of mammals, birds and reptiles, including several threatened and endangered species such as the black rhinoceros. Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Wildebeest, Giraffe, Hyena, Zebra, Springbok, Kudu, Gemsbok and Eland are common in the park which make game viewing in Etosha a unique experience. For lunch, we will return to Etosha Village, relax by one of the 3 swimming pools, read a book or go on a nature walk. We will meet again for sunset yoga, ending the day with a buffet dinner.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Etosha Village
Day 4: Etosha National ParkStop At: Etosha National Park, Etosha National Park, Oshikoto Region
Today we head into Etosha National Park for another Wildlife Game Drive. Lunch we will be back at the lodge, relax before meeting for an early afternoon yoga session, practising calmness and becoming one with nature. We will visit the neighbouring lodge for sunset, dinner and live African Music – the perfect ending to your first 4 nights in Namibia!
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Etosha Village
Day 5: Heading to the Skeleton CoastStop At: Swakopmund, Swakopmund, Erongo Region
After a relaxing yoga flow, we will head to the picturesque coastal town of Swakopmund - where the ocean meets the desert. Swakopmund, especially out of season, can feel like a holiday town along Germany’s North Sea and Baltic coasts transplanted onto African soil. It has laid back feel to it with palm trees, good restaurants and gift shops.
We will drive via scenic Damaraland and stop along the way to visit a Himba Village. If time allows, we will also visit the Cape Cross Seal Colony and get a chance to also see a shipwreck along the coast.
Settle into your luxurious accommodation taking in spectacular views of the Namib dunes, relax for the rest of the afternoon or explore this cute little German town. Dinner will be at one of Swakopmunds most popular seafood restaurants overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast included at the coast - lunches and dinners will be at Swakopmunds many cafes and best restaurants.
Accommodation included: Desert Breeze Lodge
Day 6: Adventurous day along the coastStop At: Swakopmund, Swakopmund, Erongo Region
After a healthy buffet breakfast overlooking the Namib Desert, you will surely be ready for a fun filled day in Swakopmund. You can choose between a variety of adventurous excursions (optional), from quad biking, fat wheel biking, ocean safaris, dune boarding, horse riding, camel riding, kayaking or surfing.
Sunset Yoga will either be on the beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean or the Namib Desert, depending on the weather, followed by your choice of restaurant.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Desert Breeze Lodge
Day 7: Time to visit the Oldest Desert in the World…Stop At: Sossusvlei, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park
Ground yourself with your bare feet as we flow this morning in the Namib Desert overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
After breakfast, we will make our way down south to Sossusvlei, undoubtedly Namibia's most iconic landscape, located in the Namib-Naukluft National Park. The Namib Desert is the oldest desert in the world and stretches over 1500km with dunes reaching heights of 300m. The drive is around 5 hours and we will stop at the Tropic of Capricorn, take some photos and have a little picnic before continuing.
Settle into Desert Quiver Camp and take some time to relax at the pool before our sunset yoga flow that will allow you to reflect, breathe and simply take in the peacefulness of all that surrounds you.
Duration: 12 hours
Stop At: Tropic of Capricorn Sign, C14 Road, Solitaire Namibia
We will stop over at the Tropic of Capricorn on the way to Sossusvlei
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at Desert Breeze Lodge
• Dinner: Dinner will be at Sossusvlei Lodge
Accommodation included: Desert Quiver Camp
Day 8: Early departure to Deadvlei as the gate to the Park opens at sunrise. Stop At: Deadvlei, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
We will spend most of the day in the dunes exploring the area. After a light picnic breakfast in the desert, and if you are up for it, climb Big Daddy, one of the highest dunes in the world. Returning from your adventurous excursion you will have some time to sit and enjoy a lunch, which is well earned after the morning out in the desert.
“The area is simply breath-taking and no words or photographs can really do it justice. At sunrise and sunset, the light highlights the dunes and brings to life the multitude of colors which give it depth and dimension.”
Spend the afternoon relaxing or if you simply can’t get enough of what this area has to offer, head off again on an afternoon activity.
An hour before sunset we will meet with our guide for an afternoon sunset nature drive and a short meditation walk on this magical land, before our private outdoor bush dinner in the Desert.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Picnic breakfast in Sossusvlei Park
• Dinner: Private dinner under the African Sky
Accommodation included: Desert Quiver Camp
Day 9: Get ready to spoil yourself at a Wellness LodgeStop At: Gocheganas Nature Reserve, Gocheganas Nature Reserve, Khomas Region
This morning will be an early start for more activities. Those of you who choose to go on the optional Hot Air-Ballooning will be back in time for our departure. The Hot Air-Ballooning is recommended as the views from above are incredible and one for the books.
After breakfast, we will make our way to Gocheganas. The drive is around 5 hours and we should arrive around lunch time. En-route we will stop over at Spreegshoogte Pass for a picnic admiring the never ending landscapes.
After settling in, relax at the pool or enjoy a much-needed massage. If needed, spend some more time at the Spa or go on an afternoon game drive. Admire 25 different large game species roaming the 6000 hectare Nature Reserve, including Rhino, Bat-eared Fox, Giraffe, Mountain- and Plains Zebra, Cheetah, jackal and Leopard, Blue- and Black Wildebeest, Eland, Oryx, Red Hartebeest, Kudu, Springbok, Waterbuck, Steenbok, Duiker, Klipspringer, Ostrich and Warthog.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at Sossusvlei Lodge
• Dinner: Dinner at Gocheganas
Accommodation included: Gocheganas Private Game Reserve & Wellness Village
Day 10: Sunrise YogaStop At: Gocheganas Nature Reserve, Gocheganas Nature Reserve, Khomas Region
Today marks the end of your yoga holiday in Namibia. Gocheganas will transfer you to the airport in time for your departure flights back home. Not only will it be a memorable drive back to the airport, but an unforgettable trip never to be forgotten...
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: At Gocheganas
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
10-Day Private Yoga Adventure in Namibia
6/14/2024 - 6/23/2024| Monday - Sunday : | 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
10/7/2024 - 10/16/2024| Monday - Sunday : | 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
11/23/2024 - 12/2/2024| Monday - Sunday : | 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Duration: 10 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
For all our tours we pick up guests at the airport on arrival, even if you arrive a day or 2 prior, we still pick you up. We will spend a night at a beautiful lodge close to the airport before starting our yoga holidays.
Airports- Hosea Kutako Intl Airport, Windhoek Namibia
Cancellations and refunds:
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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