Early morning visit to Avis Dam, a prime birding spot near Windhoek known for its rich acacia woodland and rocky slopes. Here, we'll search for the elusive Orange-river Francolin, Monteiro’s Hornbill, and the charismatic Rockrunner. Keep your binoculars ready for Damara Hornbill, Black Cuckoo, and Diderick Cuckoo, often heard before they're seen. Other birds to look out for are the White-backed Mousebird, Mountain Wheatear, and Pririt Batis. Small flocks of Cape Penduline Tit, Red-headed Finch, and the elegant Shaft-tailed Whydah may appear as we explore. Overhead, watch Swifts & Swallows, while the bushy undergrowth often reveals Chestnut-vented Warbler and Short-toed Rock-thrush.

By 9:00 AM, we depart Windhoek, heading west toward the coast via the spectacular Spreetshoogte Pass, one of Namibia's most scenic routes. Along the way, keep an eye out for Karoo Korhaan, Common Ostrich, and the near-endemic Dune Lark, and other desert species.

We arrive in Walvis Bay around sunset, just in time to enjoy the beautiful coastal views as Flamingos gather in the lagoon. The day concludes with a delicious dinner at a restaurant.

Start the day with an early morning search for the Orange River White-eye followed by a birding excursion around the Walvis Bay Lagoon and salt pans, one of Namibia's premier birding hotspots. Key targets include Flamingos, Chestnut-banded Plovers, the near-endemic Damara Tern, and African Black Oystercatchers, alongside a variety of migrant waders such as Ruddy Turnstones, Sanderlings, and Curlew Sandpipers. The salt pans often host Cape Teal and Black-necked Grebes, while the surrounding mudflats attract Grey and White-fronted Plovers.

After a rewarding morning, depart eastward towards Brandberg. This route offers excellent chances to spot desert specials like the Benguela Long-billed Lark, Gray’s Lark and hopefully some Coursers. Arriving at Brandberg in the late afternoon, enjoy the stunning backdrop of Namibia's highest mountain while exploring the river for Bare-cheeked Babblers, Violet Wood-hoopoe, Woodpeckers and more! Just before sunset we will watch the hundreds of Sandgrouse visiting the waterhole. The evening concludes with a relaxed review of the day’s sightings and of course, listening out for Owl species like Scops Owl, Pearl-Spotted Owlet and Spotted Eagle Owl.

Begin the morning with a rewarding birding session along the river, scanning for Bare-cheeked Babblers, Southern Yellow-billed Hornbills, and Violet Wood-hoopoes. If the elusive Benguela Long-billed Lark was missed the day before, a final attempt will be made in the surrounding mountainous terrain before setting off eastward.

Today’s journey towards Ondudu places a special focus on finding the sought-after Herero Chat, a localized and highly desirable species for birders visiting Namibia. Along the way, we will make key stops to maximize our chances. A highlight of the route is Omaruru, where we will target the Rüppell’s Parrot, another Namibian special.

Arriving at Ondudu in the late afternoon, we’ll take time to explore the area for two of Namibia’s near-endemics—the White-tailed Shrike and the Rockrunner—as they move through the rocky outcrops. As the day winds down, enjoy the breathtaking sunset over the rugged landscape before gathering for an evening discussion of the day's sightings.

The day begins with an early morning mission to locate one of Namibia’s most elusive near-endemics — the Hartlaub’s Spurfowl — as it calls from rocky slopes at dawn. After breakfast, we’ll continue birding in the area, targeting key species like Carp’s Tit, Great Rufous Sparrow, and other woodland specials.

Departing towards Windhoek, we’ll keep a sharp eye out for Vultures and Raptors, scanning the skies and roadside trees for species like White-backed Vulture, Lappet-faced Vulture, and Brown Snake-Eagle. Open plains may also reveal Larks, Pipits, and other dry-country specialists.

Upon arrival in Windhoek, we’ll enjoy a relaxed lunch before heading to Daan Viljoen Game Reserve for a final birding session. This visit allows us to ‘clean up’ any missing target species from the route, including waders at the park’s dam, such as the White-backed Duck and Black-necked Grebe, Violet-eared Waxbill, Crimson-breasted Shrike, Ashy Tit, etc.

We will be back in Windhoek around 6pm, where your guide will drop you at your accommodation.