14-Day Namibia Mammal Safari Experience
Discover Namibia’s Big Five and Rare Desert Wildlife – Spotting Mammals Big and Small
Why this tour:
- Expert guided
- Small group
- Fully customizable
- Great mammal views
- Family friendly safari
Safari info:
- Starts and ends in Windhoek
- Duration: 14 days
- Accommodation type: Comfortable / Mid-range
- Available to book as private guided
- Our next small group departures: June 2026
Are you ready for an unforgettable wildlife adventure? Our 14-Day Namibia Mammal Safari is perfect for first-time safari-goers and experienced wildlife enthusiasts. Explore Namibia’s world-class parks and reserves, stay in exceptional lodges, and spot the Big Five along with rare desert mammals.
Experience Namibia’s incredible habitats, from the lush Caprivi Strip forests to the towering dunes of the Namib Desert, and the scenic Walvis Bay lagoon on the Atlantic coast. Each region offers unique wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery.
Go beyond standard game drives with night safaris, guided bush walks, and off-the-beaten-path excursions to find smaller, elusive species. For serious mammal enthusiasts, a research student guide can join the safari to increase rare wildlife sightings and provide expert insights.
Witness Namibia’s wildlife big and small – from majestic elephants and lions to hidden desert treasures – on a safari adventure you’ll never forget.
Day to day itinerary
| Day 1 | Arrival and Okonjima Nature Reserve |
| Day 2 | Okonjima Nature Reserve |
| Day 3 | Roy’s Camp |
| Day 4-5 | Mahangu National Park |
| Day 6-7 | Etosha National Park East |
| Day 8-9 | Etosha National Park South |
| Day 10 | Brandberg Region |
| Day 11 | Erongo Mountains |
| Day 12 | Swakopmund |
| Day 13 | Walvis Bay to Windhoek |
| Day 14 | Departure |
Top attractions:
Etosha National Park – top wildlife destination and home to an abundance of mammals of all sizes.
Swakopmund & Walvis Bay – tourist towns nestled between dunes and sea, with much to do and see.
Damaraland- Dramatic landscapes and home to desert adapted wildlife.
Night Drive at Okonjima Game Reserve.
Boat Cruise from Walvis Bay.
Top Large Mammals:
African Elephant, African Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, White & Black Rhinoceros, African Wild Dog, Cheetah, Sable and Roan Antelope, Aardvark.
Top Small Mammals:
African Clawless Otter, Black Mongoose (Endemic), Namib Round-eared Sengi, Southern Pygmy Gerbil (Near Endemic), Kirk’s Dikdik, Honey Badger, Stone Dormouse, Jameson’s Red Rock Hare, Natal Mastomys (Multimammate Mouse), Namaqua Rock Rat.
The safari lasts 8 days and 7 nights, covering Etosha, Damaraland, Etosha, Skeleton Coast and more.
Yes! This safari is designed for wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels.
Highlights include African Elephant, African Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Black & White Rhinoceros, African Wild Dog, Cheetah, and smaller mammals like Honey Badger, Namib Round-eared Sengi, and Southern Pygmy Gerbil.