15 DAYS | €5995 | COMFORT SERIES | GROUP MAX 13
15 Days | From €5995 Twin Share
There’s nothing quite like photography in Namibia. From the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei glowing in the morning light to the surreal quiver tree forests standing against endless skies, this journey captures a land of contrast, raw, silent, and unforgettable.
We’ll wander through the ghostly, sand-filled homes of Kolmanskop, where the desert is slowly reclaiming the past, then trace the coastline to Swakopmund, where the Atlantic meets the dunes in a swirl of mist and salt air. Further north, the wild Cape Cross Seal Colony offers a spectacle of life along Namibia’s rugged shores, thousands of fur seals sprawled across the rocks and surf.
Then it’s inland to Etosha National Park, where elephants, lions, and rhinos gather at shimmering waterholes, and onward to the Caprivi Strip, where rivers weave through lush floodplains alive with birds, hippos, and tranquil reflections.
Throughout the journey, you’ll stay in distinctive lodges that blend comfort with character, places that feel rooted in the land, offering the perfect base to rest, recharge, and connect with the rhythm of the wild.
This adventure is built for photographers and travellers who crave authenticity, beauty, and the thrill of discovery. Expect striking light, endless horizons, and moments that stay with you long after you’ve packed away the camera. Welcome to TRVL° Namibia.
Costs, Info & Booking
Dates: September 16th – 30th, 2027
Start City: Windhoek, Namibia
End City: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Days: 15
Maximum Group Size: 13
Trip Style: Comfort Series
Fitness Level 1: Easy, some walking. No hikes.
Price: €5995
Deposit (20%): €1199
- HIGHLIGHTS:
- Quiver Tree Forest Astrophotography
- Kolmanskop Abandoned Desert Village
- Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
- Swakopmund and the Skeleton Coast
- Damaraland Crossing
- Etosha National Park
- Caprivi Strip on route to Botswana
- Victoria Falls & the Zambezi River
How to Book
As this is a package tour product, we are required to begin the booking process by collecting some basic details about your trip. After the submission is complete, we’ll send you the relevant deposit payment information. Once payment is completed, your booking will be confirmed.
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Namibia Adventure Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive into Windhoek, transfer to the hotel, Welcome Meeting that afternoon followed by a classic bush BBQ dinner.
Day 2: Hit the road and drive south to the Quiver Tree Forest. Sunset and amazing astrophotography at this incredibly unique landscape.
Day 3: Sunrise at the Quiver Trees then drive south west to the coastal town of Luderitz. Sunset shoot scouting at the famed abandoned ghost town of Kolmanskop.
Day 4: Sunrise back at Kolmanskop followed by a long drive to Sesriem, the gateway to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei.
Day 5: Early morning pre dawn hike to Deadvlei. Sunrise at Deadvlei with the petrified trees. Drive back to camp for a chill afternoon at the lodge. Back into the Sossusvlei area for sunset in the dunes.
Day 6: Sunrise back in the Sossusvlei dunes. Then check out and drive to Swakopmund. Sunset at the pier on the beach.
Day 7: Chill morning then drive up the skeleton coast towards Cape Cross Seal Colony. Visit the Seals and chill at the coastal lodge.
Day 8: Drive further into the Skeleton Coast National Park crossing Damaraland on route to Palmwag. Sunset at the Palmwag Lodge.
Day 9: Sunrise Elephant walk nearby the lodge. Then pack up and drive north to Etosha National Park. Enter the park, game drives and sunset on route to the lodge.
Day 10: Full day exploring Etosha National Park. Lions, Leopard, Cheetah, Giraffe, Rhino, think all classic African wildlife except for Buffalo and Crocs.
Day 11: Another full day safari in Etosha National Park.
Day 12: Sunrise in the park followed by a long drive further north east towards the Caprivi strip. Check in to the lodge and sunset nearby.
Day 13: Sunrise game drive. Breakfast back at the lodge then drive further into the Caprivi. Check in to another lodge and game drive for sunset.
Day 14: Another sunrise game drive. Breakfast back at the lodge then drive to Kasane in Botswana. Those continuing on the TRVL° Botswana adventure will stay in Kasane overnight. Those flying home will continue on to Vic Falls in Zimbabwe where there will be a sunset river cruise on the Zambezi.
Day 15: Departure day for those in Vic Falls OR the beginning of an additional mini-adventure we are designing around Vic Falls and Zambia.
*Those in Kasane will be joined today by the TRVL° Botswana adventure lead by Greg. We will send you additional info about what’s happening in Botswana on this day. You will visit Victoria Falls at the end of the Botswana adventure, so no worries there.
***Please note that this itinerary is subject to change. A lot depends on availability and Caprivi lodges changes between now and September 2027.
TRVL° Trip Style
Comfortable Adventure: The TRVL° Photography Comfort Series blends discovery with ease, offering journeys that immerse photographers in inspiring destinations without sacrificing rest or relaxation. These trips are designed for those who seek meaningful adventure with a gentler edge. Capturing remarkable stories while enjoying comfortable accommodations, smooth travel, and a pace that prioritises both creativity and comfort.
This trip comes with a few challenges. There are long, dusty roads and intense heat, but overall it doesn’t require much physical effort.
How is the Accommodation?
Comfortable mix of classic hotels with some unique safari lodges found in both the desert and in the bush.
Fitness Level 2: There is no major walking or hiking on this trip. The biggest challenges will be the heat and the long, bumpy drives in the safari vehicles.
What's Included
- Twin occupancy accommodation. Private single rooms are available with payment of a single supplement.
- All transportation during the tour. Including private Safari vehicles designed for wildlife photography.
- Breakfasts within the tour dates.
- National Park Entrance Fees and all required permits.
- Return flight from Katima Mulilo to Windhoek for those ending the adventure there.
- English-speaking local guide.
- Airport transfers at arrival & departure and during the tour.
- Instruction, guidance, and image reviews from our expert photography & adventure tour leaders.
Not Included
- Airfare to and from Windhoek, airport taxes, and any excess baggage fees incurred during the two domestic flights.
- Passport and visa fees, if applicable.
- Travel medical & evacuation insurance (required).
- Trip cancellation insurance (optional but recommended).
- Lunch and Dinner on non-safari days.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Any accommodations or meals before or after the tour dates.
- Gratuities for local guides.
- Any snacks or personal items you want to buy along the route.
Your Adventure Tour Leader
Brendan van Son is a travel photographer with over 15 years of experience in the field. His work has been featured by major publications such as The BBC, The Guardian, The Toronto Star, National Geographic Traveler, and more. He has worked with major brand clients such as Amex, Volkswagen, Eddie Bauer, and so many more.
Brendan has a passion of nature and wildlife, but loves that every day in travel there’s a different subject worthy of a photograph.
Though Brendan is Canadian-born, he currently lives in Portugal. He can communicate with participants in English, Spanish, French, and a little bit of Portuguese as well.
How to Book
As this is a package tour product, we are required to begin the booking process by collecting some basic details about your trip. After the submission is complete, we’ll send you the relevant deposit payment information. Once payment is completed, your booking will be confirmed.
What is TRVL° All About?
In short, the motto is simple: “Explore. Adventure. Capture.”
At its core, TRVL° is built around travel photography, with every itinerary thoughtfully designed to create strong photographic opportunities while also encouraging real connection with the places we visit. You will come away with compelling images, but more importantly, with meaningful experiences, lasting memories, and stories that go far beyond the frame. We focus on stepping into the unknown, discovering new places, and building a genuine connection with the world around you.
TRVL° is not a traditional photography workshop, and that is intentional. Our journeys balance guided photography moments with space for independent exploration, creativity, and discovery, allowing photography to become both a creative tool and a way of engaging more deeply with each destination. We work closely with local photographers, tour operators, and guides to support and uplift the communities we visit, creating authentic cultural connections for our participants. If this resonates with you, you’re in the right place.
If you’re curious to learn more about our philosophy & approach, you can visit our About Us page for more detailed information.
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