A JOURNEY THROUGH NAMIBIA
April 12 - 27 2025
CAPRIVI EXTENSION
April 26 - May 2, 2025
Namibia is a truly magical and unforgettable destination worthy of every photographer’s bucket list! We’ve crafted an immersive journey with our travel partner Explorer-X, of exploration and discovery to expand your photography in one of the world’s most captivating countries.
Made up of seven cluster regions, Namibia is a country of infinite opportunities and diversity, from its topography to its culture, history, and wildlife. During this adventure, we’ll explore many of these regions including vast deserts, some of the highest sand dunes in the world, and expansive canyons. Doug will be there with you every step of the way to help you capture your memories through meaningful images.
Our workshop makes it easy for you to focus on photography over two amazing weeks. We’ll travel as a group via a comfortable van and stay in unique lodges surrounded by breathtaking scenery so you can experience the beauty of Africa at all hours. Joining us will be an extremely knowledgeable local guide, provided by Explorer-X. Our journey was developed to include some optional excursions, as well as some time to relax or explore on your own so you can set your own pace to experience the power of Namibia fully!
Highlights include:
Namib Rand International Dark Sky Reserve: Only the second place on Earth that was designated with Gold Tier status because of its exceptionally dark skies.
Etosha National Park: The country’s largest protected wilderness where wildlife is abundant.
Namib Naukluft Park: Known for its skeleton trees and red dunes soaring against the blue sky.
Kolmanskop Ghost Town: Stunning old buildings being taken over by drifting sand creating unique and beautiful compositions.
Registration
Main Trip Tuition:
$11, 990
Caprivi Extension Tuition: $4,985
Included in tuition: Lodging and meals, as indicated. Private guide, vehicle, and driver throughout the trip, as well as photographic instruction.
Itinerary
Our Photographic Journey Through Namibia Workshop and Caprivi Extension will begin and end in Windhoek, Namibia. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by Doug and our in-country guide as we kick off an unforgettable journey across Namibia.
Main Trip / April 12 - 27, 2025
April 12 / Welcome to Namibia
13 / Explore Kalahari Basin
14 / Local Culture & Travel to Southern Namibia
15 / Activities en route to Luderitz
16 / Luderitz
17 / Travel to Namibia Desert
18 - 19 / Namibia Nature Preserve
20 / Excursions en route to Namib Naukluft Park
21 / Explore the Namib Dune Belt & Travel to Swakopmund
22 / Experience the Desert + Activities En Route to Ai-Aiba
23 / Travel to Etosha National Park + Excursions
24- 25 / Days on Safari in Etosha & Ongava
26 / Travel to Windhoek
27 / Farewell Namibia!
Please view the detailed itinerary to learn about our daily destinations and excursions.
Caprivi Extension / April 26 - May 2, 2025
April 26 / End of Main Trip / Start Extension
27 / Travel to Kavango + Boat Cruise
28 / Full Day of Game Drives
29 / Travel to Kongola + Game Drive
30 / Time on Safari
May 1 / Bush Walk + Travel to Windhoek
2 / Farewell Namibia!
Please view the detailed itinerary to learn about our daily destinations and excursions.
Questions?
Please contact Carrie Culp, Africa Exploration Specialist & Travel Mentor, Explorer X via email: carrie@explorer-x.com
“Truly a once in a life time experience. Great group community. Couldn’t ask for a better experience!”
Workshop Details
LODGING & MEALS
The lodging during this workshop adds to the amazing adventure! We stay in beautiful, unique lodges and luxury tented chalets. You may view all of the accommodations in the workshop itinerary. Lodging and meals are included in the workshop tuition as indicated on the itinerary.
TRAVEL
Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements to/from the workshop meeting location. You will be greeted at the airport in Windhoek and transferred to our hotel for our first evening together.
The two typical routes to Windhoek are 1) routing via Frankfurt, Germany, and connecting directly into Windhoek with Lufthansa/Eurowings, and 2) routing via Johannesburg, South Africa, and taking a connecting flight to Windhoek.
Carrie, our specialist at ExplorerX, can provide recommendations on flights and accommodations; email: carrie@explorer-x.com
In-country travel during the workshop is included in the tuition. We will travel in an air-conditioned 18-seat coach with an English-speaking guide.
Doug Johnson Photography is not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other emergencies or reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets, or hotel rooms in the event of a workshop cancellation. We strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
To get the most from your workshop experience, participants should be in good physical (mobility, stamina) and mental health. You must be able to carry your own photographic and personal gear at all times, both on campus and on location. You are responsible for being open and honest about your physical fitness, and we reserve the right to remove you from the workshop if we find your fitness to be less than that which you have described.
Participants should be able to engage in moderate outdoor exercise for up to an hour or more at a time including off-trail walking on uneven terrain including sand, dirt, and loose rock. Location work is likely to include early morning and/or late evening shoots.
We strongly recommend all participants visit a travel physician for current information on what health preparations are recommended for international travel to Namibia.
EQUIPMENT & ATTIRE
We want your experience on a Doug Johnson Photography workshop to be extraordinary and recognize that preparation is one important key to success. Specific guidelines for this workshop will be sent to participants. A more general list of recommendations can be downloaded via our Gear & Packing List.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please read the workshop booklet for trip details, including the cancellation policy. This workshop has a special cancellation policy outlined in the booklet.
This workshop is limited to 12 participants. Please register early - in the first week of November, we plan to determine if the workshop is a “go” based on reaching minimum enrollment.
We are always happy to talk with you about our workshops and what makes a good match for your goals. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Doug at 303-829-2215. For specific questions about the Namibia workshop, please contact Carrie Culp Africa Exploration Specialist & Travel Mentor, ExplorerX via email: carrie@explorer-x.com
