Two vehicles, not one
Six people in one Hilux for 14 days is a recipe for arguments. Two 4x4s, one driven by each generation's preferred driver, keeps everyone sane.
Lodge over camping
Grandparents prefer beds, hot showers, dinner brought to the table. Stick to Gondwana / NWR chalets, skip the camping option entirely.
Shorter drive days
Max 3.5 hours on the road. That means adding 2 nights to the standard 14-day route — or cutting Damaraland to 1 night. Don't compromise on drive-time.
The activities that span ages
Sossusvlei balloon (everyone loves it). Etosha waterhole sit (works at 5 and 85). Sandwich Harbour 4x4 — check with elders about the dune drops first.
