Skeleton Coast and Namib Desert Photography Safari

6 Days

5 Nights

Weekly Departures Available

Tour Cost
Prices on request

overview

Embark on an extraordinary 5-day photography safari, capturing the haunting beauty of Namibia’s Skeleton Coast and the mesmerizing landscapes of the Namib Desert. This adventure takes you to one of the world’s most photogenic yet remote regions, offering surreal coastal wrecks, vast dunes, and dramatic desertscapes that will leave you in awe. Ideal for landscape and wildlife photographers, this safari guarantees golden-hour magic and breathtaking compositions.

Itinerary

Day 1:
Arrival and First Impressions of Skeleton Coast

Your journey begins with a scenic flight to the Skeleton Coast, where endless shores meet the roaring Atlantic Ocean. Upon arrival, you’ll check in at a remote luxury lodge and have an introduction to the region’s photographic wonders. In the afternoon, you’ll embark on your first photography session, capturing the vast, desolate coastline under the shifting light. The eerie shipwrecks scattered along the shore create dramatic compositions against the fog-laden backdrop. As the sun sets, the golden glow enhances the rugged beauty of this forgotten land.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge at Skeleton Coast

Day 2:
Shipwrecks and Wildlife Along the Atlantic Shores

Today is dedicated to exploring the haunting remains of shipwrecks that define the Skeleton Coast. You’ll visit some of the most famous wrecks, including the Eduard Bohlen, which lies partially buried in the sand. Wildlife encounters will add a unique contrast to your photography, with opportunities to capture desert-adapted elephants, jackals, and Cape fur seals at Cape Cross. The afternoon light will cast long shadows on the dunes, providing the perfect setting for a golden-hour shoot along the rugged coastline.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge at Skeleton Coast

Day 3:
Dramatic Coastal Landscapes and Aerial Photography

The morning begins with an exhilarating aerial photography flight over the Skeleton Coast. From above, the contrast between the rolling dunes and the deep blue of the Atlantic is truly mesmerizing. After landing, you’ll set off on a 4×4 adventure to photograph the ever-changing sand formations and the raw power of the ocean waves. As the day winds down, you’ll have a farewell shoot by the coast, where the interplay of light and fog creates a cinematic ambiance.

Accommodation: Luxury lodge at Skeleton Coast

Day 4:
Journey to the Namib Desert and Sunset at Sossusvlei

After breakfast, you’ll take a scenic flight to the Namib Desert, home to the towering dunes of Sossusvlei. Upon arrival, you’ll settle into an exclusive desert lodge before heading out for an evening photography session. As the sun sets, the dunes glow in deep orange and red hues, creating a striking contrast against the blue sky. You’ll capture the surreal beauty of the desert, where shadows dance on the sand and the landscape takes on an otherworldly feel.

Accommodation: Luxury desert lodge in Sossusvlei

Day 5:
Deadvlei and Aerial Desert Photography

Your final day begins with a sunrise shoot at Deadvlei, one of the most iconic photography locations in Namibia. The ancient, petrified trees standing against the backdrop of endless orange dunes create breathtaking compositions. After breakfast, you’ll embark on a hot air balloon ride over the Namib Desert, capturing its vastness from above. The safari ends with a farewell brunch, where you can reflect on the incredible moments you’ve captured over the past five days.

SAFARI INCLUDES

✅ Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide and driver
✅ Game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
✅ Park entrance and conservation fees
✅ Boat cruise on the Chobe River
✅ Airport and road transfers

SAFARI EXCLUDES

❌ International flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Personal expenses and tips
❌ Optional activities not listed
❌ Visa fees

Getting There

This tour starts in Kigali, Rwanda’s Capital city.

We have local daily flights available on several airlines.

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

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