12 days in Namibia Itinerary

Located in the heart of the country, Namibia's capital city Windhoek receives a constant influx of tourists, in part because of its international airport.

Windhoek is known for historic sites, museums, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Christuskirche, examine the collection at National Museum of Namibia, wander the wide-open spaces of Okapuka Ranch, and tour the pleasant surroundings at NamibRand Nature Reserve.

For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Windhoek journey maker app.

Los Angeles, USA to Windhoek is an approximately 33-hour flight. You'll lose 9 hours traveling from Los Angeles to Windhoek due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Los Angeles in October, expect nights in Windhoek to be about the same, around °F, while days are somewhat warmer, around °F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Etosha National Park.

For nature lovers, a trip to Etosha National Park seems like a dream: the vast salt desert houses hundreds of animal species, which roam the arid lands and gather near the many waterholes.

On the 8th (Thu), stroll through Etosha and then don't miss a visit to Okaukuejo waterhole.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, use the Etosha National Park trip app.

You can fly from Windhoek to Etosha National Park in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. On the 9th (Fri), you're off to Walvis Bay.

A pleasant port city, Walvis Bay offers tourists a variety of urban entertainment options that complement its many natural attractions.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sat): take in the waterfront at Walvis Bay Waterfront and then see Off-Road Tours. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll through Dune 7 and then add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

To see traveler tips, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Walvis Bay trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Etosha National Park to Walvis Bay takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and bus; or do a combination of shuttle and train. In October in Walvis Bay, expect temperatures between °F during the day and °F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can travel back home.