Namibia · Botswana · Zimbabwe

Not just see.
Experience.

15 days of adventure through the oldest desert on Earth, past elephants, under a starlit sky you will never forget. Small group. Local guides. Authentic encounters.

15
Days
2.500
Kilometers
7-12
Guests max.
3
Countries
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Why Lion Expedition is different

No package tour. No tourist bus. No ticking off sights.

Lion Expedition is for people who don't want to visit Africa – they want to understand it. Who want to feel the red sand beneath their feet. Who sit by the campfire and listen to the lion in the distance. Who want to understand why this land never lets you go.

Every tour is a narrative arc: seven acts that build emotionally upon each other – from the silence of the Namib Desert to the adrenaline rush in Swakopmund to the deep calm of the Kavango River.

„Imagine waking up and the first thing you hear is a lion in the distance…"

That's not a marketing line. That's a Tuesday morning in Etosha.

What awaits you

  • Small group (max. 12) – no anonymous crowd, but real connections
  • 50% camping, 50% lodge – adventure and comfort in perfect balance
  • Local guide + European organization – the best of both worlds
  • Emotional narrative – each day builds on the one before
  • 3 countries, 5 climate zones, 1 sunset that changes everything
  • Authentic encounters with local communities – no zoo tourism
The Experience

Six reasons why this trip will change you

Every reason is based on real experience – no catalog promises.

Sternenhimmel
🌌

Stars like you've never seen them

No light. No noise. Just you and the Milky Way above Spitzkoppe. That evening, you understand why people change their lives.

Nashorn in Etosha
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Wildlife at eye level

No glass between you and the elephant at the waterhole. Etosha in dry season: concentrated wildlife density that leaves even seasoned safari-goers speechless.

Sossusvlei Dünen
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The oldest desert on Earth

Sossusvlei. Red dunes that are 80 million years old. DeadVlei: white clay pan, black trees, orange sand. No photo does it justice.

Lagerfeuer unter Sternenhimmel
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Campfire evenings

The best conversations of your life don't happen in meetings. They happen by the fire, Windhoek Lager in hand, under an African sky.

Himba Kind
🤝

Authentic encounters

Local communities sharing their stories. No staged cultural program. Real people, real moments. That shapes you more than any landmark.

Viktoria Fälle
💧

Victoria Falls – the grand finale

The largest waterfall on Earth. The moment you look back on 15 days that changed everything. The thunder of water as an exclamation mark.

The starlit sky
won't wait forever.

October 2026 · 12 spots · 15 days that change everything

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The Route

7 acts. 15 days. One narrative.

Each day builds emotionally on the one before – like acts in a play.

01
Tag

Windhoek – Prologue

Anticipation · Arrival · The first breath

You land. The heat hits you like a wall. Red sand, endless sky. Today you meet the group, explore Windhoek and leave the jetlag behind. Evening: your first Windhoek Lager. It begins.

02-04
Days

Sossusvlei – Act 1: Awe

Wonder · Vastness · The desert as mirror

The oldest desert on Earth. Dünen so hoch wie Wolkenkratzer, so rot wie Rost. DeadVlei bei Sonnenaufgang. Der Moment, in dem du verstehst: Die Natur braucht dich nicht. Aber du brauchst sie. Camping unter einem Sternenhimmel, den du nie vergisst.

Sossusvlei Dünen
04-06
Days

Swakopmund – Act 2: Adrenaline

Action · Fun · Contrast

From the desert to the sea. German colonial architecture meets surfer culture. Quad biking in the dunes, catamaran with dolphins and seals, fresh fish at the harbor. The perfect contrast to the desert act.

Swakopmund Küste
06-07
Days

Spitzkoppe – Act 3: Silence

Calm · Reflection · Clarity

The "Matterhorn of Africa". Granite rocks millions of years old. Here, the most important thing happens: nothing. Camping in absolute silence. The stars are so clear you can see the Milky Way with your naked eye. That evening, something shifts inside you.

Spitzkoppe Granitfelsen
07-09
Days

Etosha – Act 4: The Safari Experience

Wow · Goosebumps · Respect

At last. Elephants, lions, giraffes, antelopes – at the waterhole, at eye level, no glass. Game drives at sunrise. The moment a herd of elephants drinks 10 meters from your vehicle. This is why you're here.

Giraffe in Etosha
09-12
Days

Kavango – Act 5: Depth

Slowing down · Connection · A different Africa

The Kavango River: wide, mighty, the border to Angola. Crocodiles in the water, hippos on the banks, a world that feels like another planet. Here it turns green, colorful, alive. Encounters with local communities, fishing on the river, the real Africa.

Elefant am Fluss
12-15
Days

Victoria Falls – Finale

Grandeur · Gratitude · New beginning

Through Botswana to Zimbabwe. The largest waterfalls on Earth. You hear the thunder before you see them. The perfect finale: overwhelming, humbling, unforgettable. You are no longer the person who landed in Windhoek 15 days ago.

Victoria Falls von oben
Christian Scholze in Namibia
In Africa since 2016
Your Guide

Christian Scholze – the person behind the expedition

In 2016, I landed in Windhoek. One suitcase, a few thousand euros, no Plan B. I founded Dusty Foot Tours and built a safari business from scratch – with everything that entails: flat tires, forgotten lunches, guides who don't show up. And guests who said: "Best trip ever."

I don't know this country from travel catalogs. I know the roads, the smells, the people. I know where the elephants drink in the evening. I know which lodge has the best steak. And I know that the best moment of a safari is never in the itinerary.

Operations on the ground are run together with my local partner team from Dusty Foot Tours in Namibia – experienced guides who know the country inside and out.

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M.A. Aalborg University
🦁
3 Years Safari business Namibia
🌍
3 Countries active tour experience
👥
20+ tours planned or executed
Etosha Sandpfanne mit Tieren
Voices

What travelers say

★★★★★

"I thought I knew what a safari was. Then came the night at Spitzkoppe. That starlit sky shifted my entire worldview."

Marco, 34
Munich, Germany
★★★★★

"Christian isn't a typical guide. He shows you Africa through his eyes – and suddenly you see more than animals and landscapes. You see people and stories."

Sarah & Thomas
Zurich, Switzerland
★★★★★

"The best decision of my year. The mix of adventure and comfort was perfect. And at the Kavango, for the first time in years, I just sat and did nothing. That was priceless."

Julia, 42
Hamburg, Germany
Investment

Your spot on the expedition

Next date: October 2026 · Maximum 12 spots

Per person
€2.750 / person
15 days · 3 countries · All-inclusive on site
Oktober 2026
Only 12 spots
All accommodations (camping + lodge mix)
Meals (breakfast + dinner)
Safari vehicle incl. fuel
All national park fees
Base activities (game drives, boat tour)
Local guide + European trip leadership
Complete camping equipment
Border crossings & transfers
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Not included: International flights, travel insurance, optional extra activities, drinks, personal expenses.

FAQ

Before you ask

Is this trip suitable for safari beginners?
Absolutely. Most of our guests have never been to Africa before. That's exactly what this tour is designed for: a gentle start in Windhoek, then gradually more adventure. All you need is to be open.
How fit do I need to be?
Basic fitness is enough. The most demanding activity is an optional hike at Brandberg (approx. 3 hours). The rest: driving, watching, marveling, enjoying. No extreme sports.
What does "50% camping" mean?
At the most beautiful spots (Spitzkoppe, Etosha) we camp under the open sky – comfortable tents, good sleeping bags, campfire dinner. At other places (Swakopmund, Kavango) we stay in lodges or hotels. The mix makes it perfect.
Is the trip safe?
Namibia is one of the safest travel destinations in Africa. We travel with experienced local guides, are extremely well-organized, and have a good network of contacts and solutions for exceptional situations. In over 20 tours conducted, we have not had a single safety-related incident.
Do I need to book my own flight?
Yes, you book international flights yourself – this gives you maximum flexibility. We're happy to advise on flight selection and recommend conservative connection times. The tour starts in Windhoek and ends at Victoria Falls.
Can I travel solo?
Yes! Many of our guests travel solo – and quickly connect with the small group. The campfire on the first evening dissolves any uncertainty. You're not alone here, you're part of a team.
How does booking work?
Send a non-binding inquiry via email. We'll arrange a brief introductory call (video or phone), answer your questions, and if it's a good fit, you can secure your spot with a deposit. Transparent pricing, no fine print.

The starlit sky
won't wait forever.

October 2026. 12 spots. 15 days that change everything. Are you in?

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