10 days in Hazyview & Swakopmund Itinerary

A gateway to the popular Kruger National Park, Hazyview boasts an enviable location in South Africa's lowveld, surrounded by a staggering number of both natural and historic sites.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Kingfisher Gallery and Katundo Leather Shop. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Elephant Whispers and Spas. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Hazyview: Idube Game Reserve (in Sabi Sand Game Reserve), Safaris (in Kruger National Park) and Antiques & Artifacts (in White River). The adventure continues: cruise along Panorama Route, take in panoramic vistas at God's Window, tour the pleasant surroundings at Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, and take in the dramatic natural features at Bourkes' Luck Potholes.

To find reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Hazyview holiday planner.

Johannesburg to Hazyview is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Hazyview can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) so you can travel to Swakopmund.

Nestled on Namibia's Atlantic coast and surrounded by the sand dunes of the vast Namib Desert, the resort town of Swakopmund enchants visitors with its distinct German colonial architecture and pleasant climate.

Do your shopping at Die Muschel and Peter's Antiques, since 1983. Attractions like Safaris and Long Beach Leisure Park make great kid-friendly stops. Step out of Swakopmund to go to Walvis Bay and see Kayaking & Canoeing, which is approximately 40 minutes away. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Welwitschia Plains, see the interesting displays at Swakopmund Museum, take a leisurely stroll along Swakopmund Jetty, and observe the fascinating underwater world at National Marin Aquarium of Namibia.

To find maps, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Swakopmund trip itinerary builder website.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Hazyview to Swakopmund. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Hazyview to Swakopmund. While traveling from Hazyview, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Swakopmund, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.