So . we are also going in March . arriving in Windhoek on the 17 th from Jo ' berg , then taking a campervan Safari Car Rental . . check them out they seem pretty inexpensive and have been great to deal with . Going north into Waterberg for a night , then further to Etosha for three nights . From there west until we hit the mountains then down through Hoada campsite arriving at Spitzkope by the 25 th . Haven ' t figured out how we will complete the southern part of the loop yet . I have been told you can get sim cards in Windhoek , and that the cell connection is actually pretty good again , second hand , don ' t for christ sake trust me . We are also going without a guide . self driving the whole way . A couple of friends have done the same without apparent injury . If it is reckless , they can create a roadside memorial for us both . Key places we have found Hobatere lodge . staying there on the 22 nd so that we get a real bed break . Petras Gasthaus , staying there on the 24 th for pretty much the same reason . The rest of the time will be sleeping on top of the truck . I am sooooooooooo looking forward to this . the pictures from my friend were amazing , the country is supposed to be quietly friendly , and really quite beautiful . Let me know what your plans are , and we can share information !