Etosha’s private waterholeClimbing at SpitzkoppeSandwich HarbourCoastal flightsSkydivingSossusvlei
29 July–6 August 2027
Come along for eight nights through Namibia: riverside tents, Etosha, Spitzkoppe, the coast and the desert. There’s a lot of adventure for anyone who wants it, and no pressure to join every activity.
The plan
We’ll collect everyone at Chobe House in Kasane on 29 July and finish in Windhoek on 6 August.
We’ll have two seven-seater vans, with fridges stocked with wine and drinks, and plenty of music for the drives. There are some long stretches, but we’ll have stops along the way and a lot of time together!
What to budget
Around US$2,500 per personApproximately NAD 41,600 per person for the trip
This is our estimated budget for the full eight-night trip, based on Gondwana’s proposal for 16 guests sharing twin rooms. We’ll probably cover some activities ourselves to help keep it around this amount. We’ll confirm the final cost closer to the trip.
EIGHT NIGHTS · PER PERSON SHARING
The budget at a glance
Line item
Estimated cost (USD)
Hakusembe Camping2Go1 night
US$69
Etosha King Nehale2 nights
US$396
Spitzkoppe Cabin Camp1 night · provisional rate
US$90
The Delight2 nights
US$253
Namib Desert Lodge2 nights
US$306
Accommodation subtotalEight nights, including listed breakfasts
US$1,114
Transport, meals & activitiesRemaining budget for drivers, vehicles, fuel, meals beyond breakfast, included excursions, park fees and trip essentials
US$1,386
Estimated trip totalPer person for the full trip
US$2,500
Accommodation is estimated from published sharing rates (NAD 18,536 in total). The remaining US$1,386 is a budget allowance, not a separate Gondwana quote. The final group price may change.
About these estimates
Room estimates include breakfast at Etosha King Nehale, The Delight and Namib Desert Lodge. Gondwana rates cover the 2027 season; Spitzkoppe uses its latest posted 2026 rate pending confirmation. USD estimates use NAD 16.64 to US$1, checked 28 October 2026, and are rounded.
Hakusembe Camping2Go (estimated US$69 / NAD 1,150 per person per night sharing)
Self-catering safari tents · Freddy will braai for us
Kasane → Hakusembe · roughly 7–9 hours, plus the border crossing and stops
We’ll pick everyone up straight from Chobe House, our wedding venue in Kasane, on the morning of the 29th and head into Namibia. There’s no need to go back to Victoria Falls. We’ll stay overnight in safari tents by the Okavango River, then continue to Etosha the next morning. We’ll just be stopping for the night.
We’ll visit the lodge’s private waterhole hide, Ontalelo Outpost, where you can sit and watch the animals coming in to drink. That excursion is included. There’ll also be game-drive opportunities for anyone who wants more time in the park.
The private waterhole hideGame drives in EtoshaWildlife in Etosha
STOP 3 · 1 night
1–2 August
2027
Spitzkoppe
Spitzkoppe Cabin Camp (estimated US$90 / NAD 1,500 per person per night sharing)
Cabin accommodation · self-catering, with Freddy on the braai
Etosha King Nehale → Spitzkoppe · roughly 7–9 hours, depending on the route
A night among the granite mountains at Spitzkoppe. This is where we got engaged, so we’re really excited to bring everyone here.
Freddy will be leading a summit for the brave! Dad (Kevin Haynie) and Austin Haynie, I’m looking at you. You’d better be summiting! If that’s not your thing, there’s plenty to explore around the rocks, or you can take it easy and enjoy the views. Let us know if you want to climb so we can sort out the route, gear and arrangements.
Climbing at SpitzkoppeExploring the granite peaksAround Spitzkoppe
STOP 4 · 2 nights
2–4 August
2027
Swakopmund
The Delight (estimated US$127 / NAD 2,106 per person per night sharing)
Twin rooms · bed & breakfast
Spitzkoppe → Swakopmund · roughly 2–3 hours
Two nights by the coast, with a lot to do for anyone who wants a bit more adrenaline.
Our half-day Sandwich Harbour tour is included. The dunes go straight into the ocean, and it’s incredible. We’re also planning to rent a small plane for flights along the coast and go skydiving. There’s quad biking in the dunes too, which is so much fun. The flights, skydiving and quad biking are optional extras; tell us what you’d like to join and we’ll organize it together.
Sandwich Harbour · dunes meeting the oceanSmall-plane flights over the desertSkydiving in Swakopmund
STOP 5 · 2 nights
4–6 August
2027
Namib Desert & Sossusvlei
Namib Desert Lodge (estimated US$153 / NAD 2,542 per person per night sharing)
We’ll head to Sossusvlei, walk through Deadvlei and climb one of the dunes. Try Big Daddy if you’re up for it! The Sossusvlei excursion, sundowner drive and dune dinner are included in the plan. You can join the climb or enjoy the views from below.
Dune dinner at Namib Desert LodgeDeadvlei & SossusvleiClimbing the dunes
A night under the stars
6 AUGUST 2027 · JOURNEY HOME
Flying home from Windhoek
Early breakfast at Namib Desert Lodge, then roughly 5–6 hours by road to Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH), with time for stops. Book your flight after 18:00 (6 p.m.) on 6 August so it works with our group transfer.
Your flights
Compare a multi-city ticket into Victoria Falls and home from Windhoek with a return ticket to Windhoek plus a one-way flight to Victoria Falls before the wedding.
What’s included
Eight nights of accommodation
Meals listed at each stop. At Hakusembe and Spitzkoppe, Freddy will braai for us on the self-catering nights.
Drivers, transport and fuel during the road trip
Park entry fees for the itinerary and drinking water in the vehicle
Private Etosha waterhole excursion
Half-day Sandwich Harbour tour
Sundowner drive and dune dinner
Sossusvlei excursion
Budget separately
International flights
Visas and travel insurance
Drinks, meals not listed in the itinerary, tips and personal spending
Additional activities you choose to book
We’ll share the final cost breakdown, including any extras we’re covering, closer to the trip.
Confirm your place in the RSVP by March 1st. We’ll coordinate rooms, transport and your activity choices.
