Photo tour Namibia April/May 2026

Namibia is one of the most fascinating countries in southern Africa. On a photo tour through the unique landscapes you can feel and capture the indescribable vastness of Namibia. In addition to the highlights such as the playground of the giants in the southwest of the Kalahari, the gigantic sand dunes in the middle of the Namib Desert, and the incredible biodiversity, Namibia also impresses with unique accommodation, a very good price-performance ratio and excellent cuisine.

Go to an interesting and varied travel destination and experience breathtaking landscapes by day and by night!

The adventure photo tour is aimed at all photography enthusiasts of Africa. You will visit and photograph the
The most beautiful places in Namibia at sunrise, sunset and during the night. On the trip you will learn everything in terms of the landscape. Night and wildlife photography from the theory of image capture, planning to post-processing. We start with the theoretical and technical basics and apply them in the wonderful and unique Namibia. We discuss the photos together and go into the post-processing. The goal of the trip is to return home with beautiful memories and terrific shots.

General information

There may be changes to the program due to weather changes.

Please depart from your departure airport in time (often 1 day earlier) to arrive in Namibia (April 11 / May 11)

Program:

April 11, 2026 / May 11, 2026
Windhoek

You will be picked up from the airport in Windhoek.
Check in at the Arebusch Lodge.
You can spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Dinner (extra) in Windhoek.

Day 2
Bagatelle Wildlife

After breakfast we drive directly north to Bagatelle Game Ranch.
First game drive in Africa. In the private nature reserve, many different animal species await us, including the shy meerkats.
We then round off the evening with a relaxing sundowner.
Overnight at Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch.

Day 3
Quiver tree forest

Drive towards the southwest Kalahari to the quiver tree forest in the immediate vicinity of Keetmanshoop.
Accommodation at Quiver Tree Rest Camp.
Enjoy and photograph a beautiful sunset in the quiver tree forest.
Followed by night photography under a breathtaking night sky with the
famous quiver trees as a motif.

Day 4
Quiver Tree Forest / Playground of the Giants

Optional sunrise in the quiver tree forest
Image analysis and editing
Sunset and astrophotography on the playground of the giants.

Day 5
Lüderitz & Kolmanskop

Drive to the port city and starting point of the former German colonization of Lüderitz.
Photography for the afternoon until sunset in the legendary ghost town of Kolmanskop.
Dinner at the "Portugiese" restaurant
Overnight stay in the Old Villa.

Day 6
Wild horses & Garub

Drive to Klein Aus Vista to Aus.
Relaxed discussion of the astrophotos already taken as well as hints on how to improve the image of the Milky Way in the night sky.
Sunset game drive to see the wild horses of the Namib Desert.
Night photography at the house of Garub.

Day 7
Namib Naukluft National Park

Panoramic drive to Namib-Naukluft National Park to Sossus Dune Lodge.
Drive to Deadvlei (+- 1 hour before or after sunrise or sunset) for photography and sunset and Blue Hour over the gigantic dunes of the Namib.
Night photography session at the lodge.

Day 8
Namib Naukluft National Park

Drive to Deadvlei (+-1 hour before or after sunrise or sunset) for photography and sunrise over the famous trees and gigantic dunes in the vlei.
Relaxation in the lodge.
Sunset with light and shadow play on the dunes
Night photography session at the lodge.

Day 9
Swakopmund

Sunrise in a hot air balloon (optional extra)
After breakfast we head towards Swakopmund.
Arrival and check in
Enjoy the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean during dinner at The Tug restaurant.
Overnight at Delight Lodge in Swakopmund.

Day 10
Spitzkoppe

Sandwich Harbour Tour (optional): Explore the dunes of the Namib Desert by 4x4 off-road vehicle as they end in the Atlantic Ocean (weather permitting).
Drive to Namibia's Matterhorn, the Spitzkoppe.
Accommodation in the luxurious Spitzkoppen Lodge.
Sunset and astrophotography on abstract rock formations including stone arches.

11th day and 12th day
Okonjima Wildlife

Sunrise at the Spitzkoppe
For our last stop, we drive north to Otjiwarongo to the
Okonjima Plains Camp and the Africat Foundation. The 22,000-hectare
Wildlife reserve, located in the middle of the Namibian bush, the
Foundation mainly around leopards and cheetahs. During our stay
we go leopard tracking and observe the impressive animals
up close.

But of course Okonjima doesn't just have cats to offer; in addition to a variety of antelopes and zebras, the large nature reserve is also home to giraffes, rhinos and a number of hyenas. Wildlife photographers will therefore get their money's worth. As a special feature, we will enjoy a sundowner in the "wilderness".

April 23, 2026 / May 23, 2026
Departure from Windhoek, Namibia.

For optimal supervision, the maximum number of participants is limited to 6 people.
The minimum number of participants for the tour is 4 people.

Participation is possible with English or German language skills.

The costs include:
Accommodations (double room)
Meals (half board)
Activities (see tour program)
Transport
Entrance to the National Parks
Supervision.
A photographer with knowledge and experience in landscape and astrophotography.
Supporting documents

The cost does NOT include:
Travel insurance that covers medical insurance/baggage insurance
International flights
Snacks and drinks outside of meals
Single room supplement (600 Euro)
Costs for possible visa
Tips
Extra activities
Wines and spirits
Lunch

Photographic equipment

The recommended photographic equipment consists of an SLR or system camera with three lenses, a fast wide-angle lens (F < 2.8), a medium zoom lens, a telephoto lens (approx. 300 mm) and a tripod. Optionally recommended: Photo filter and remote shutter release with interval function.

- Additional batteries
- Several wipes for cleaning the lenses
- Replacement memory cards

Clothing

Namibia has a very warm climate. Therefore, sunscreen, sunglasses and long and light clothing including headgear are strongly recommended. Since we are also out and about during the night (temperatures between 10°C and 20°C), a jacket + fleece is required. Furthermore, a thin rain jacket is advisable.

Spare socks and hiking boots are recommended.

- Passport / ID card valid for international travel.
- Possible visa.
- The local currency is the Namibian dollar.
- Visa/MasterCard credit cards are accepted (you may have problems with American Express).

The total price of the trip is EUR 6,900.

To book the trip, a deposit of EUR 1700 is required and the balance must be paid up to 30 days before the start of the trip.

The single room supplement is EUR 600.

If a participant decides to cancel their reservation, they can do so at any time by communicating it as soon as possible through the official email address of one of the two organizers.
However, you should bear in mind that the cancellation by a participant will lead to administrative difficulties in the bookings, as well as the risk of not reaching the minimum number of participants for the trip (and consequently the need to look for a new person).
For this reason:

- If the cancellation is submitted MORE than 60 days (prior to departure), you can get a refund of the booking fee.

- If the cancellation is submitted LESS than 60 days prior to departure, it is NOT possible to receive a refund of the booking fee.

*Unless the customer who wants to cancel their booking brings another person who is willing to take their place by paying the total amount of the trip themselves.

If you are unable to take the tour because your country or region has travel restrictions, you will receive a travel voucher in full.

The entire amount paid (deposit or full fee) will be fully refunded in case of cancellation of the event. Exception: If a pandemic emergency situation leads to the cancellation of the trip within 30 days before the start of the trip due to a travel restriction of the Namibian government, 90% of the travel price will be refunded.