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Etosha National Park Safari & Authentic Game Drive Experiences

Experience an authentic safari tour in Etosha National Park with Tom Safari Namibia, certified NTB local guides.
Enjoy half-day, full-day, and private safaris in elevated 4×4 safari vehicles.

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We booked a private game drive in Etosha National Park and it was an incredible experience. Having a dedicated vehicle made the safari more flexible and comfortable. Our NTB certified guide knew exactly where to find wildlife. One of the best Etosha safari experiences we have ever had.
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The tour was really good, I’m happy with it! Easy booking and everything went as planned.
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  • Certified NTB local guides
  • Officially registered Namibian company
  • Elevated 9-seater safari vehicles with 360° surrounding visibility
  • Complete professional organization
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An Authentic Experience in Etosha National Park

Our safaris and game drives in Etosha National Park are designed for travelers seeking adventure, authenticity, and professional organization.

Each safari is carefully organized to provide a smooth, structured, and immersive wildlife experience in Namibia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Because booking platforms charge commissions.
By booking directly, you get a better price for the same safari and you support a local company.
Same guide, same vehicle, same experience — only the price is lower.

Yes, Etosha is very popular.
✅ You can reserve without paying immediately and confirm later.

Payment link sent 7 days before the safari

You have 24 hours to pay

If not paid, the booking is automatically canceled
✅ Payment by credit card or PayPal

Free cancellation with 100% refund up to 7 days before the safari. Free date change up to 24 hours before.

✅ Yes

0–2 years: Free

2–10 years: Child rate

10+ years: Adult rate

The guide will pick you up between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM, depending on the season.

Yes for full-day safaris within 15 km of Anderson Gate, if access is allowed
No pick-up for half-day safaris → meeting point at Anderson Gate

For any cancellation or modification of a booking, please contact us directly by email or via WhatsApp.

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Included

  • 10-hour safari
  • Certified local guide
  • Raised safari vehicle with 360° views
  • Fuel
  • Full organization
  • Rain poncho if needed
  • Pickup from selected lodges and campsites*
  • Good vibes 😃

*depending on lodges and campsites that allow access.

Not Included

  • Park entrance fees (~€15 per person)
  • Meals and drinks
  • Tips (optional)

Good to know

What to bring:

  • Warm clothing
  • Windbreaker
  • Water
  • Cash or credit card
  • Binoculars

Not allowed:

  • Drones

Information:

  • Free for babies under 2 years old

Safari Description

Duration: approx. 10 hours including a 1-hour lunch stop inside the park (meal not included).

Departure & pickup:

Pickup possible near Anderson Gate (depending on lodge/camp access authorization)

Or meet directly at Anderson Gate (free and secure parking available)

Departure between 6:30 and 7:30 AM depending on the season

Vehicle & guide:

Certified local NTB guide

Raised safari vehicle with covered roof and panoramic view

Rain ponchos provided if needed

Safari experience:

Full-day wildlife exploration across key areas of the park

Guides communicate by radio to improve animal sightings

Chance to see lions, elephants, black rhinos, leopards, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and more

Lunch break:

1 hour at a restaurant inside the park

Guests may buy food on site or bring their own meal

Meals and drinks are not included

End of safari:

Return to the original pickup location or Anderson Gate

Important:

Park entrance fees not included (~150 NAD per person)

Please bring: water, warm clothing for early morning, cash or card, camera

Included

  • 5-hour safari
  • Certified local guide
  • Raised safari vehicle with 360° views
  • Departure in the morning (between 6:30 and 7:00) or in the afternoon (around 13:00)
  • Fuel
  • Full organization
  • Departure from Anderson Gate
  • Rain poncho if needed
  • Good vibes 😃

* depending on lodge/campsite access permissions.

Not included

  • Park entrance fees (~€15 per person)
  • Meals and drinks
  • Tips (optional)

Good to know

What to bring:

  • Warm clothing
  • Windbreaker
  • Water
  • Cash or credit card
  • Binoculars

Not allowed:

  • Drones

Information:

  • Free for babies under 2 years old

Safari description

Duration: approx. 5 hours (no lunch break).

Departure & meeting point:

No pickup service for half-day safaris

Guests must come directly to Anderson Gate

Meeting time:

Morning: between 6:30 and 7:30 AM (depending on season)

Afternoon: between 1:00 and 1:15 PM

Free and secure parking available on site

Vehicle & guide:

Certified local guide

Raised safari vehicle with covered roof and panoramic view

Rain ponchos provided if needed

Safari experience:

Game drive through key wildlife areas of the park

Guides communicate by radio to improve sightings

Chance to see lions, elephants, black rhinos, leopards, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and more

End of safari:

Return to Anderson Gate (original meeting point)

Important:

Park entrance fees not included (~150 NAD per person)

Please bring: warm clothing for early morning, water, camera, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash or card

Safari continues in case of rain (covered vehicle + ponchos provided)

Included

  • Himba village visit (3–4 hours)
  • Round-trip from Anderson Gate
  • Local guide acting as interpreter with the Himba community
  • Full organisation of the visit
  • Pick-up possible from some lodges and campsites*
  • Contribution to the local community included in the price
  • Authentic cultural experience
  • Small-scale, respectful visit (not mass tourism)

* depending on lodge/campsite access permissions.

Not Included

  • Snacks
  • Water / drinks
  • Personal expenses

Good to know

To bring:

  • Water
  • Hat / sun protection
  • Cash if guests wish to buy local handicrafts (optional)

Important information:

  • Visit takes place in a living traditional village
  • Respect of local customs is required
  • Photos only with permission from the Himba people
  • Guide translates and accompanies during the whole visit

Visit description

Total duration: approx. 4 hours
Includes round-trip drive, village welcome, cultural exchange and discovery of traditional Himba life.

Departure & pickup:

Main meeting point: Anderson Gate (free & secure parking)

Pickup possible from certain lodges/camps within ~30 minutes, depending on access permission

Departure time arranged after booking, based on your daily schedule

Journey:

About 45 minutes’ drive from Anderson Gate to the village

Village experience:

Welcome by the village chief or community representative

Local guide acting as translator/interpreter

Discovery of:

  • Traditional handmade huts
  • Sacred fire and its cultural meaning
  • Pastoral lifestyle
  • Traditional hairstyles, clothing and body adornments
  • Local crafts (jewelry, pottery, everyday objects)
  • School visit (if available):
  • Meet the teacher
  • Learn about the Himba education system
  • View notebooks and school materials

Cultural exchange:

Ask questions and interact with families

Experience authentic daily life with no staged activities

Continuous translation by your guide throughout the visit

Return:

Drop-off at Anderson Gate or at your lodge/camp if pickup was arranged

Important:

Bring: water, hat/cap, sunscreen, charged camera

Visit conducted with full respect for the Himba community

Photos allowed only after asking permission from the guide or villagers

Supporting the community (optional):

No mandatory donation

Useful items appreciated:

For children: notebooks, books, pens, small durable toys

For adults: flour, cooking oil, rice, basic food supplies

Please avoid sugary sweets (no dentist in the area)

Included

  • Private door-to-door transfer
  • Comfortable vehicle: SUV or minivan depending on group size
  • Professional local driver
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage assistance
  • Direct route without unnecessary stops
  • Full transfer organization

Not included

  • Tourist stops not planned in advance
  • Meals and drinks
  • Tips (optional)

Good to know

  • Flexible schedule based on flights or client planning
  • Available from/to airport, lodges, and main cities
  • Vehicle automatically adapted to group size
  • Advance booking recommended
  • Service commonly used by safari clients

Visit Description

Duration: varies depending on route and itinerary
Private, fully customized transfers from your pickup point to your destination.

After booking:

Immediate contact via WhatsApp to confirm:

exact pickup location

preferred time

number of passengers

luggage details

Pickup locations:

Windhoek

Hosea Kutako International Airport

Outjo, Tsumeb

Etosha (Anderson Gate, Okaukuejo)

Lodges, camps and other destinations based on your itinerary

Lodge → Lodge, Lodge → Etosha, Etosha → next accommodation

How the transfer works:

Driver arrives at agreed location and time

Luggage assistance provided

Comfortable SUV or minivan throughout the journey

Stops possible on request (shopping, photos, short breaks)

Direct drop-off at your destination

100% private service — no shared passengers

Delays & flexibility:

Flight delays and schedule changes handled without extra fees

24/7 support to adjust your transfer if needed

Pricing:

Based on distance, route, number of passengers and luggage

To receive a quote, send your itinerary via WhatsApp:

departure point

destination

date & time

number of travelers

luggage details

Fast reply with a clear, transparent price (no hidden costs)

Included:

Professional driver

Private air-conditioned vehicle (SUV or minivan)

Fuel

Luggage assistance

Flexible scheduling

WhatsApp support before and during the transfer

Included

  • 5h or 10h Safari
  • Certified local guide
  • Raised safari vehicle with 360° views
  • Fuel
  • Full organization
  • Rain poncho if needed
  • Pickup from selected lodges and campsites*
  • Good vibes 😃

*depending on lodges and campsites that allow access.

Safari Description

Duration: approx. 5h or 10h including a 1-hour lunch stop inside the park (meal not included).

Departure & pickup:

Pickup possible near Anderson Gate (depending on lodge/camp access authorization)

Or meet directly at Anderson Gate (free and secure parking available)

Departure between 6:30 and 7:30 AM depending on the season

Vehicle & guide:

Certified local NTB guide

Raised safari vehicle with covered roof and panoramic view

Rain ponchos provided if needed

Safari experience:

Full-day wildlife exploration across key areas of the park

Guides communicate by radio to improve animal sightings

Chance to see lions, elephants, black rhinos, leopards, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and more

Lunch break:

1 hour at a restaurant inside the park

Guests may buy food on site or bring their own meal

Meals and drinks are not included

End of safari:

Return to the original pickup location or Anderson Gate

Important:

Park entrance fees not included (~150 NAD per person)

Please bring: water, warm clothing for early morning, cash or card, camera