Safari & Wildlife Holiday Packages from South Africa (2026): Namibia & Etosha

Overview: This page brings together Travelwings' safari and wildlife holiday packages from South Africa — two guided Namibia tours built around Etosha National Park, the Namib and Kalahari deserts and the Atlantic coast. Itineraries run from two to nine nights, with comfortable lodges and guided game viewing, and lead-in prices currently start from ZAR 10,750 per person on a double-sharing basis. Both tours are land-only, so international or regional flights are arranged separately. Below you will find what each safari is best for, what is included, flight and visa guidance, and answers to common questions. To book, call +27 12 006 0003 or email sa.care@travelwings.com.

Why book a safari and wildlife holiday from South Africa with Travelwings?

A safari is one of the most rewarding trips you can take, and Namibia offers a striking version of it — big-game viewing in Etosha alongside some of the most dramatic desert scenery on the continent. These tours handle the lodges, park entry, transfers and guiding so you can focus on the wildlife and the landscapes rather than the logistics.

• Etosha game viewing: Magnificent big-game watching around Etosha's waterholes, a photographer's dream.
• Desert and coast: The longer tour adds the Kalahari and Namib deserts, the famed Sossusvlei dunes and the Atlantic coast.
• Guided throughout: Lodges, park fees, transfers and guiding are organised for you.
• Two trip lengths: A compact two-night Etosha escape or a comprehensive nine-night grand tour of Namibia's highlights.
• Transparent pricing: Lead-in fares are shown per person on a double-sharing basis, with what is and isn't included spelled out before you commit.

Which safari and wildlife packages can you book?

Travelwings runs two safari and wildlife holiday packages from South Africa, ordered here by lead-in price. At a glance:

• Namibia Etosha Safari from Windhoek — 2 nights, lodges, from ZAR 10,750 · land-only
• Namibia Desert, Coast & Etosha Tour — 9 nights, lodges, from ZAR 30,500 · land-only

The write-ups below explain what each safari is best for. All prices are per person on a double-sharing basis and reflect the current offer.

Namibia Etosha Safari from Windhoek (2 nights, from ZAR 10,750)

A compact two-night safari escape from Windhoek built around Etosha National Park, with magnificent game viewing set against the park's vast salt pan. Land-only, so flights to Windhoek are arranged separately — an easy add-on to a wider Namibia or southern Africa trip.

Namibia Desert, Coast & Etosha Tour (9 nights, from ZAR 30,500)

A comprehensive nine-night tour of Namibia's most popular destinations, taking in the Kalahari and Namib deserts — including the famed Sossusvlei dunes — the Atlantic coast and Etosha's wildlife. Land-only, with flights arranged separately around a full grand-tour itinerary.

Do these safari packages include flights?

Both Namibia tours are land-only — the lodges, park fees, transfers and guiding are included, but flights to and from Windhoek are arranged separately. The team can quote and book flights alongside the package so the whole safari is organised in one place.

What's included on a Travelwings safari package?

Inclusions vary by itinerary, but both Namibia tours cover a consistent core:

✅ Lodge or camp accommodation for the nights shown

✅ Daily breakfast, with further meals on the longer tour

✅ Game viewing in Etosha and guided sightseeing as per the itinerary

✅ Park entry and transfers as listed

❌ Flights to and from Windhoek

❌ Visa fees where applicable, and travel insurance

❌ Meals not specified, optional activities and personal expenses

The exact inclusions and exclusions are listed on each package, so check the detail before booking.

Do South African travellers need a visa for Namibia?

South African passport holders may enter Namibia visa-free for tourism, which makes it one of the simpler regional trips to organise, though entry rules can change and depend on your nationality. If you are travelling on another passport, confirm the current requirements before you travel, as meeting the entry conditions remains the traveller's responsibility.

Are these safaris suitable for families?

Yes. Etosha's waterhole game viewing is a genuine thrill for children, and the lodge-based format keeps travel days manageable, while the longer desert-and-coast tour suits older children and adults who enjoy a fuller itinerary. If you are travelling with younger children and want beaches and easy sightseeing alongside the wildlife, our family holiday packages from South Africa gather trips built specifically around what younger families enjoy.

Can you add a city break to your safari?

Both tours begin in or near Windhoek, and it is easy to add a city stay before or after the safari — and many travellers pair a Namibia trip with a stop in a Gulf or European hub on the way. If an urban escape is what you are after, our city break holidays from South Africa collect those city-led holidays, and the team can stitch one onto your safari.

When is the best time for a Namibia safari?

Namibia's dry season, roughly May to October, is generally considered the best time for game viewing, as wildlife gathers around Etosha's waterholes and the skies stay clear over the dunes. The greener months earlier in the year bring dramatic skies and newborn wildlife. Because every package is privately arranged, you can travel on the dates that suit you, and the team will flag any peak-season surcharges before you book.

Interested in heritage and culture too?

Namibia's coast carries a distinctive colonial-era heritage, and a safari pairs naturally with the cultural side of travel. If landmarks, history and city sightseeing draw you as much as wildlife, our heritage and cultural tours from South Africa gather the landmark-led tours across Egypt, Europe and beyond, and the team can combine the two.

More holiday ideas from South Africa

A safari is often the centrepiece of a longer travel plan. When you are ready to compare these wildlife trips side by side or plan something different next time, our full South Africa holidays range brings together dozens of destinations as all-inclusive packages with lodges, hotels, transfers and guided touring — and the team can tailor any of them with extra nights, upgrades or added stops.

Disclaimer: All prices are lead-in fares per person on a double-sharing basis, shown in South African rand, and reflect the offers available at the time of writing. Fares, inclusions, lodges and itineraries are subject to availability and change, and rates may differ during peak periods and festive dates. Both tours are land-only as noted above. Visa requirements depend on your nationality and remain the traveller's responsibility. Please confirm the current price, inclusions and entry requirements with Travelwings at the time of booking.

Frequently asked questions

1. How many safari and wildlife holiday packages does Travelwings offer from South Africa?

There are two safari and wildlife holiday packages from South Africa on this page, both guided Namibia tours.

2. Which safari destinations can I choose from?

Both tours focus on Namibia — a two-night Etosha National Park escape from Windhoek and a nine-night grand tour adding the Kalahari and Namib deserts and the Atlantic coast.

3. Do the safari packages include flights?

No. Both Namibia tours are land-only, so flights to and from Windhoek are arranged separately, though the team can book them alongside the package.

4. What is the cheapest safari package?

The Namibia Etosha Safari from Windhoek is the lower-priced option, with two nights from ZAR 10,750 per person on a double-sharing basis.

5. Which tour covers the Sossusvlei dunes?

The nine-night Namibia Desert, Coast & Etosha Tour takes in the Namib desert and the famed Sossusvlei dunes alongside the Kalahari and Etosha.

6. When is the best time for a Namibia safari?

The dry season from roughly May to October is generally considered best for game viewing, when wildlife gathers around Etosha's waterholes.

7. Do I need a visa for Namibia?

South African passport holders may enter Namibia visa-free for tourism, but entry rules can change and depend on your nationality, so confirm before travelling.

8. Are these safaris suitable for children?

Yes. Etosha's waterhole game viewing works well for families, while the longer desert-and-coast tour suits older children and adults who enjoy a fuller itinerary.

9. Are meals included?

Daily breakfast is included, with further meals on the longer tour; the exact meal plan is noted on each package page.

10. Can I combine a Namibia safari with a beach holiday?

Yes. A Namibia safari pairs well with an Indian Ocean island finish such as Zanzibar or Mauritius, and the team can build a combined itinerary.

11. Can the packages be customised?

Yes. Nights, lodges, flights and added city or beach stops can all be tailored — contact the team with what you have in mind and they will adjust the package.

12. How do I book a safari from South Africa?

Call +27 12 006 0003 or email sa.care@travelwings.com, and the team will confirm the current price, inclusions and availability for your chosen dates.