Set Departure Safari

Sole Yoga Holidays Namibia Retreat

"A unique retreat that perfectly complements explorations of the endless Namibian landscapes"

Price 9,999 USD * (See price tab)

Country

Namibia

When to Go

July 2025

Duration

11 Nights

Location

Damaraland, Northern Namibia Safaris, Swakopmund

Safari Rating

adventure

wilderness

wildlife

comfort

photographic

guiding

We are excited to facilitate another one of Shari’s exclusive safari and yoga retreats, taking place from July 2-13, 2025. This unique retreat starts and ends in Windhoek and promised the perfect mixture of relaxation, active exploration and wildife. This private, exclusive safari is curated for a truly personal experience, led by professional and experienced safari guides who will deepen our connection with Namibia’s unique wildlife and dramatic scenery.

Imagine evening meditation under golden Namibian sunsets, tracking desert-adapted elephants, and crafting pizzas under a starlit sky. With our knowledgeable team, every moment of discovery will be stress-free, rewarding, and filled with unforgettable memories.

Itinerary in Brief

July 2 – 3: Galton House, Windhoek

July 3 – 5: Dead Valley Lodge, Sossusvlei

July 5 – 6: The Delight Swakopmund, Swakopmund

July 6 – 8: Onduli Ridge, Damaraland

July 8 – 10: Ongava Lodge, Ongava Game Reserve

July 10 – 12: Onguma Forest Camp, Onguma Private Reserve

July 12 – 13: The Weinberg, Windhoek

Sole Dream Holidays, in partnership with SAFARI FRANK, is thrilled to return for our 3rd African Safari & Wellness Adventure in one of our most cherished places—Namibia. Join us July 2-13, 2025, for a 12-day, 11-night journey through Namibia’s stunning landscapes, from vast deserts to vibrant nature reserves.
This private, exclusive safari is curated for a truly personal experience, led by professional and experienced safari guides who will deepen our connection with Namibia’s unique wildlife and dramatic scenery.
Imagine evening meditation under golden Namibian sunsets, tracking desert-adapted elephants, and crafting pizzas under a starlit sky. With our knowledgeable team, every moment of discovery will be stress-free, rewarding, and filled with unforgettable memories.

Secure your spot in this life-changing journey and let Namibia’s wonders captivate your spirit. We can’t wait to share this experience with you!

OPTIONAL YOGA (BEGINNERS WELCOME):

1-2x per day, we will practice vinyasa yoga or pilates core with the sounds of only the Namibian Desert and sweet birds to accompany us! Your host, Shari will guide you through a dynamic flow and during the week we will include a yin and restorative session. As always, Shari will listen to what the group needs and adjust accordingly for the best wellness experience! Our lessons are in the morning before breakfast and in the late afternoon before dinner.

highlights map and overview guides start dates detailed itinerary accommodation price additional information

highlights

Viewing the haunting remains of the Zeila Shipwreck
Sleep under the stars at the marvelous Onduli Ridge Lodge
Travel with two of Namibia’s most reputable and well-known naturalist guides
Discover pre-historic rock engravings at Twyfelfontein
Sundowners with views of the waterholes to observe the wildlife
Experience the usually cooler coastal air on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean
Explore the stunning Sossusvlei region and view the petrified trees of Deadvlei
Search for desert adapted elephants in ephemeral river systems
Track for the endangered black rhino in conjunction with Save the Rhino Trust
Visit a Himba ‘Living Museum’
Memorable and exciting guided game drives within the renowned Etosha National Park, from the vantage point of two specially modified, air conditioned 4x4s with pop top roofs

map and overview

July 2 – 3: Galton House, Windhoek

July 3 – 5: Dead Valley Lodge, Sossusvlei

July 5 – 6: The Delight Swakopmund, Swakopmund

July 6 – 8: Onduli Ridge, Damaraland

July 8 – 10: Ongava Lodge, Ongava Game Reserve

July 10 – 12: Onguma Forest Camp, Onguma Private Reserve

July 12 – 13: The Weinberg, Windhoek

guides

Shari of Sole Yoga Holidays

Founder & Lead Instructor

“Yoga has brought me so much joy over the years. It is a never-ending journey filled with friendship, travel, excitement and love. There is always something new to learn and I can’t wait to see where the next adventure takes me and who will be coming along for the ride!“

Shari discovered the unlimited and positive effects of a consistent yoga practice over 18 years ago in San Francisco, California. Her journey included numerous disciplines, but it wasn’t until Ashtanga that she found her true yoga passion and was certified in 2010 in Florence, Italy (her other passion!). She now enjoys teaching a vigorous, playful and challenging vinyasa flow class accompanied by an equally dynamic playlist. Shari has been leading yoga retreats and holidays for over 8 years in amazing locations from Greece to Israel to Morocco and all over her adopted and gorgeous country, Italy.

start dates

2 July 2025 - 13 July 2025

detailed itinerary

July 2 - 3: Welcome to Windhoek!

After landing at Windhoek’s Hosea Kutako International Airport, about 40km outside the city, you will be welcomed by a representative who will transfer you to Galton House in Windhoek where you will stay overnight in their beautifully designed rooms. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and recuperate from your flight. This evening your guide will meet up with you at your guesthouse to join you for dinner as well as to brief you on any administrative arrangements and to answer any questions you may have about the program. Welcome to Namibia!

Galton House/ 1 Night

July 3 - 5: Dead Valley Lodge

This morning your guide collects you from your guesthouse. You then depart with your guide in your private safari vehicle through the scenic Khomas Hochland highlands before heading down the Great Escarpment into the Namib Desert below, stopping for a picnic lunch at a scenic location along the way to the Dead Valley Lodge where you will stay for two nights whilst you explore the remarkable sights of the Namib Desert with your guide. This afternoon you have to visit Sesriem Canyon, a nearby geological attraction, or explore Elim Dune. However, if you prefer, you can just relax and soak in the scenic and tranquil surroundings at the lodge.

4 July:

This morning you will rise early for a magical excursion with your guide into the Namib Naukluft National Park As you are already inside the park you can get into Sossusvlei before everyone else and you would even be able to get there in time to see the sun rise to capture the dunes whilst the light is soft and shadows accentuate their towering shapes and curves. This area boasts some of the highest free-standing sand dunes in the world. Your guides will give you insight on the formation of the Namib Desert and its myriad of fascinating creatures and plants that have adapted to survive these harsh environs. Once you have explored the dune fields to your heart’s content you can enjoy a relaxed picnic breakfast in the shade of a camel thorn tree before returning to Dead Valley Lodge in the early afternoon for a late lunch will cap off thrilling morning. The rest of the afternoon will be at leisure (from experience, this is usually welcomed after exhilarating mornings in the dunes), with the option to head out on nature drive with your guide later in the day if desired for stunning sunset landscape photography opportunities.

Dead Valley Lodge/ 2 Nights

July 5 - 6: Swakopmund

This morning you will set off on a fascinating drive with your guide as you travel northwest through awesome and ever-changing desert landscapes of the Namib Desert, including the impressive Gaub and Kuiseb Canyons. You will meet the coast at the port town of Walvis Bay and then continue north to Swakopmund where you can enjoy the pleasant seaside location and cooler coastal air for the night. There will be time this afternoon to explore the town and wander along the waterfront on foot before heading out to dinner with your guide at one of the popular restaurants in town.

The Delight Swakopmund / 1 Night

July 6 - 8: Onduli Ridge

Continuing your journey north along the coastline, stopping over at the haunting remains of the Zeila Shipwreck before heading inland towards the scenic countryside of Damaraland to reach Onduli Ridge. Damaraland is typified by displays of colour, magnificent table topped mountains, rock formations and bizarre-looking vegetation. The present-day landscape has been formed by the erosion of wind, water and geological forces which have formed rolling hills, dunes, gravel plains and ancient river terraces. It is the variety and loneliness of the area as well as the scenic splendour which will reward and astound you, giving one an authentic understanding of the word ‘wilderness’. This afternoon, if time allows, your guide will also arrange for you to visit nearby attractions and geological sites such as the pre-historic rock engravings at Twyfelfontein (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) – if not, you should have time to do so tomorrow morning.

7 July:

Today is dedicated to exploring this remarkable and fascinating area with your guides. After an early breakfast you will be treated to a memorable 4×4 excursion along the ephemeral Aba Huab River valleys to explore this remarkable region and to search for game, including the elusive desert adapted elephants if they are in the area. Damaraland is home to a variety of desert adapted wildlife and hidden desert treasures. As the elephants are mostly active in the mornings you will normally have the best chance to see them then before returning to camp for lunch. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure, with the option to explore the area further with your guides if appeals or visiting Twyfelfontein if you did not do so yesterday. This evening you can enjoy some pre-dinner drinks whilst admiring the stunning views of your surroundings at sunset.

Onduli Ridge/ 2 Nights

July 8 - 10: Ongava Lodge

Set off after breakfast on your journey to the outskirts of the southern border of the Etosha National Park. Along the way your guide will take you to visit a Himba ‘Living Museum’. At the Living Museum you will be able to meet some of the local community who will be happy to demonstrate elements of their traditional lifestyle. The Himba are one of the last truly traditional peoples of Namibia and they are normally nomadic, but those that have settled here are now firmly established and unlikely to move on. They have little time for conventional practices but welcome visitors who want to learn about the customs and traditions of this very proud nation, and they are very willing to offer insight into their beliefs, way of life and everyday routine. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed en-route at a scenic location before continuing further to your lodge.

9 July:

Today is dedicated to exciting game viewing within the Etosha National Park with your guide and from the comforts of your private safari vehicle as you explore the southern and central parts of the park. Lunch will be enjoyed back at the lodge with the afternoon free to relax before setting off on an afternoon drive on the private Ongava reserve, returning to the lodge after sunset and with enough time to freshen up before dinner.

Ongava Lodge/ 2 Nights

July 10 - 12: Onguma Forest Camp

Embark on your journey today, taking you through the breadth of the Etosha National Park as you game drive your way east via selected waterholes and the myriad of roads that snake through the park. You may either opt for a picnic lunch at a scenic location or have lunch at one of the Camps inside the park. You will exit the Park before sunset in order to reach your next destination, Onguma Bush Camp situated in the Private Onguma Nature Reserve.

11 July:

Today you will head into the Etosha National Park for some exciting game drives from the comfort of your safari vehicle. You will explore the eastern section of the Etosha National Park visiting the many waterholes in search of splendid sightings and wonderful moments to return to the lodge for lunch. After some time, free to relax or enjoy a short siesta, you embark on another game drive into the park, exiting the gate before sunset. On arrival back at the lodge, you will have time to freshen up before settling down for dinner overlooking the floodlit waterhole.

Onguma Forest Camp / 2 Nights

July 12 - 13: The Weinberg

Today you will depart south towards the capital city of Windhoek, stopping en-route for a light lunch before continuing your journey to Windhoek for your last evening. Dinner tonight will be enjoyed at a popular restaurant in town where you can reminisce about trip highlights and good memories with your guide.

The Weinberg / 1 Night

July 13: Departure

This morning can be spent relaxing at your hotel, exploring Windhoek, visiting NamCrafts and the Craft Centre or doing some last-minute souvenir shopping, if time allows, before an Ultimate Safaris representative collects you from your hotel for your transfer out to Hosea Kutako International Airport, getting you there in time to check in for your ongoing flight. On arrival at the airport, you will be assisted with your luggage and check-in arrangements for your onward flight back home. This is also the official end of your safari. We wish you safe travels and hope that your Namibian safari has been full of unforgettable highlights and memorable experiences!

Bon Voyage …

accommodation

Galton House

Dead Valley Lodge

The Delight Swakopmund

price

SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS (TWIN BEDS/ COUPLES): $9999 EACH – SPECIAL WINTER SALE PRICING!

SINGLE ACCOMMODATION: $11,199 – SPECIAL WINTER SALE PRICING! ONLY 1 AVAILABLE
Retreat Limited to 10 people
Spaces Secured with a $2000 non-refundable/ non-transferable deposit
PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE – 2 – 4 PAYMENTS AFTER INITIAL DEPOSIT IS PAID – PLEASE INQUIRE!

Accommodation basis:

Galton House: Dinner, bed, and breakfast & local branded beverages.
Dead Valley Lodge: All meals, local branded beverages
The Delight: All meals, local branded beverages
Onduli Ridge: All meals, local beverages
Ongava Lodge: All meals, local branded beverages
Onguma Forest Camp: All meals, local branded beverages
The Weinberg Hotel: All meals & local branded beverages
Day of departure – breakfast.

Notes:

Rates subject to change without prior notice due to circumstances beyond our control e.g. fuel increases, currency fluctuation etc.
Terms and conditions apply.

This cost includes:

Transportation in luxury air-conditioned safari vehicle/s from day 2 – 11.
Services of registered and experienced English-speaking safari guide/s from day 2 – 11.
Mineral water on board the safari vehicles.
Accommodation as stated above.
All meals as stated above.
Local beverages throughout. Excludes premium and imported brands.
All entrance fees and excursions as described in above itinerary.
1 x PM Scheduled shared game drive at Ongava and Onguma Forest Camp.
Arrival and departure airport transfers.
1 x Himba Living Museum visit on day 7 enroute from Damaraland to Ongava Lodge
Welcome pack on arrival.

This cost does not include:

Any Covid-19 related testing and services.
All International & Regionals flights to / from Namibia and related airport taxes.
Any meals not included in the above itinerary.
Any entrance fees and excursions not included in the above itinerary (e.g.: hot air balloon flights, helicopter & light aircraft scenic flights, activities in Swakopmund, etc.).
All Premium and imported beverages.
Laundry (laundry service available at certain lodges at extra cost).
Tips, gratuities, and porterage.
Items of personal nature (telephone expenses, curios, medicines etc.).
Personal travel insurance (recommended).
ENTRY VISA FEES.
BANK CHARGES

additional information

ACCOMMODATIONS + MEALS
Over the course of our 11-night retreat will be staying in various, hand-picked locations. From a luxurious lodge to an exclusive camp in a naturally formed amphitheater, our magical accommodations have been carefully chosen by our expert guides for maximum comfort and to experience each area like a true local.
For a complete breakdown of our accommodations, please visit our curated itinerary. All rooms are equipped with 2-twin beds. Only two single supplements are available.
Each day we are provided half or full board for meals, depending on our activities for the day.
Imagine a special picnic breakfast under the shade of a camel thorn tree or a fresh, seafood dinner along the famous waterfront of Swakopmund.
Time to open up your mind and taste buds for some truly delicious dishes such as traditional braaivleis, (barbeque) or potjiekos (spicy stew). Plus, Namibia is well-known for Luderitz oysters, home-made cheeses and Namibian olives.
Although this tends to be a meat-heavy country, vegetarian options will be available. This might be a difficult retreat for those who are strict vegans, however.

YOGA & WELLNESS
Once per day we will practice yoga or meditation in a variety of amazing locations. Imagine a morning practice under a thatched roof with uninterrupted views of the nature reserve. Or, an afternoon session on a wooden deck overlooking the stunning savanna. This will be the most wonderful and unforgettable yoga experience in nature. Your host, Shari will guide you through a vinyasa flow and meditation as well as restorative sessions as needed. As always, Shari will listen to what the group needs and adjust accordingly for the best yoga experience! ALL YOGA SESSIONS ARE OPTIONAL. No experience needed.

DESTINATIONS & ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS

GREATER WINDHOEK: Windhoek, translated from the Afrikaans language to “Wind Corner,” is Namibia’s capital and largest city. Hosea Kutako International and Eros Airports service the city and, together with Namibia’s excellent road network, provide easy access to most of the country, although distances can be vast. Positioned centrally, Windhoek links important coastal towns to the country’s hub and is connected by well maintained national roads to South Africa and Botswana. We will be here our first and last evenings as it close to the international airport.

SWAKOPMUND: Set along Namibia’s spectacularly scenic coast, the seaside town of Swakopmund is known for its wide-open avenues, colonial architecture, and its surrounding otherworldly desert terrain. Now a seaside resort town, Swakopmund is the capital of the Skeleton Coast tourism area. The quirky mix of German and Namibian influences and cool sea breeze make it a very popular destination. We will get to enjoy the awesome and ever changing desert landscapes of the Namib Desert, including the impressive Gaub and Kuiseb Canyons as we head to the famous coast.

SOSSUSVLEI: one of the most sought after and unique destinations in the country. The stark yet ethereal beauty of Namibia is on full display here with the skeletal remains of old camel thorns strewn amongst salt pans, surrounded by some of the most spectacular sand dunes in the world. This endless expanse of wilderness is home to desert adapted species such as the Gemsbok (Oryx).

DAMARALAND: This vast desert landscape is known as one of the most beautiful regions in Namibia. We will take in the dramatic vistas, catch a glimpse of the rare desert-adapted elephant, and enjoy spectacular stargazing in crystal-clear night skies. Our guides will take us on a scenic drive via ephemeral river systems in search of desert-adapted elephants. The wildlife roams large tracks of unfenced desert landscapes and we will be guided through this untouched gem of Namibia. A highlight includes the opportunity to go on a totally exclusive excursion to track for the elusive black rhino that inhabit this area.

ETOSHA WEST: Etosha West is a new addition to this world-famous wildlife sanctuary. We can look forward to exploring the magnificent scenery of this remote north Namibian landscape. The area boasts numerous waterholes attracting elephant, rhino, leopard, lion, and a variety of buck. Hopefully we will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the rare Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra and black-faced impala.

ETOSHA EAST: Etosha East is a protected sanctuary and known as one of the most accessible game reserves in Southern Africa. This 5000-square-kilometre Etosha salt pan makes up a large area of the the park and can even be seen from space. This remote area teems with abundant wildlife such as lions, elephants, black rhinos and giraffes, as well as a variety of birdlife featuring flamingos, ostriches, eagles, hornbills, and owls.

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFO:
**Transportation pick-up/drop off from Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH) included, day of/departure dates only. Our representatives will meet us in the arrival hall of the airport and take us to our first accommodations together.
The recommended flight will be sent to all guests so we may all arrive together and depart around the same time on our last retreat day.

For information regarding visas, please consult this website or consult your specific country’s travel advisory.

Health information and vaccinations, can be reviewed on this website. Travel insurance is REQUIRED for this retreat. PLEASE consult your travel agent for the best policy or contact us if you would like assistance. Upon booking, other information will be provided including packing lists, full itinerary and other important info on Namibia.

View our guide here for general information on Namibia