This
Namibia safari is a small group semi-participation Camping, or Full Lodge
accommodated safari from Windhoek to Windhoek through Namibia.
Highlights
of the Pure Namibia Safari
Windhoek, Waterberg
Plateau, Etosha National Park, Ruacana Falls, Epupa Falls & Himba
Experience, Opuwo, Brandberg, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund & Sossusvlei
Namibia is sandwiched
between two deserts - the Namib Desert, said to be the oldest in the
world on its western coastline and the Kalahari Desert in the eastern
interior. Northern Namibia features the great Etosha National Park
(the most popular safari park in Namibia), boasting the country’s largest
concentration of safari game. In the south the majestic Fish River Canyon
plunges 550 m and extends for 160 km. Between these four Namibian highlights
lies over 820 000 km2 (the size of France and Britain combined) of
contrasting scenery and spectacular diverse wildlife.
Camping
Price:
Per Person - 2012
USD 2050 /
EUR 1460
Singe Supplement: USD 105 / EUR 75
Local payment: ZAR 1500
Includes: All transport in fully kitted 4x4 safari vehicle, use of
full camping equipment, game drives as mentioned, meals (prepared by the
guide) and activities as mentioned in itinerary, park entrance fees,
experienced local guide. 8 nights camping and 4 nights in fixed
accommodation
Lodge
Price: Per Person - 2012
USD 2690 / EUR 1920
Single supplement: USD 265 / EUR 190
Local payment ZAR 1500
Included in the price: All transport in fully kitted 4x4 safari vehicle,
use of full camping equipment, game drives as mentioned, meals (prepared by
the guide) and activities as mentioned in itinerary, park entrance fees,
experienced local guide. 12 nights in fixed accommodation
Departure Dates & Availability
Day 1: Windhoek
After your arrival at Windhoek Airport you’ll be picked up and
transferred to your Lodge. The rest of the day is spent at leisure.
You’ll meet your guide and the rest of the group at the lodge.
Accommodation: Vondelhof Guesthouse – or similar (Double Rooms with
en-suite bathroom, restaurant, bar & Swimming Pool)
Day 2: Windhoek to
Outjo
After an orientation city tour, we leave Windhoek and drive north to our
first destination, Outjo in the Kunene Region. Set between low hills on
the brink of the Ugab valley, Outjo is the gateway to the Etosha National
Park and roughly translated means “little hills”. In the afternoon
there is time to take a self-guided walk on the lodges hiking trail. [BLD]
Accommodation: Camping at Sasa Safari Camp or similar (tents, communal
ablutions with hot water, swimming pool)
Days 3 - 4: Drive to
Etosha National Park, Namibia
Today we travel to Namibia’s well-known Highlight of the North –
Etosha National Park. After arrival we embark on our first game drive
through the park in the hope of spotting a variety of wildlife. Etosha was
declared a National Park in 1907, it is home to approx 114 mammal species,
340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and,
surprisingly, one species of fish.
On Day 4 we’ll spend as much time as possible driving through the
‘Great White Place’ (meaning of Etosha) trying to get closer to some
of the Big 5. [BLD]
Accommodation: Etosha National Park – Okaukuejo Campsite - or similar
(bar, restaurant, swimming Pool and convenience store)
Day 5: Etosha to
Kamanjab
We exit Etosha National Park and make our way to Kamanjab. In the
afternoon you have the opportunity to visit a local Himba village to find
out more about their traditions & lifestyle. Experience the milking
ceremony and the smoke bath. Learn about their beliefs around the holy
fire, ancestors, and herbal medicine. [BLD]
Accommodation: Camping at Oase Garni Guest House or similar (tents,
communal ablutions with hot water, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)
Days 6-7: Brandberg
Today’s destination is Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain. On our
journey we will stop to see ancient Bushmen paintings at Twyfelfontein as
well as the Petrified Forest the trees of which are estimated to be 250
million years old. Twyfelfontein was named a World Heritage site in 2007,
the first in the country. The following day we visit the “White Lady”
one of the most famous rock paintings in the area. The footpath to the
site offers spectacular views over the plains of Damaraland. [BLD, BLD]
Accommodation: Camping at Brandberg White Lady Lodge or similar (tent,
communal ablutions with hot water, swimming pool, bar & restaurant)
Day 8 & 9:
Swakopmund, Namibia
Travelling towards the Atlantic coast we make a stop at Cape Cross, home
to one of the largest colonies of Cape Fur Seals in the world. We then
continue our drive to the charming coastal town of Swakopmund, where you
will have the opportunity to partake in a few of the many optional
activities that are offered over the next two days. Alternatively just
soak up the atmosphere of this little quaint German town and enjoy its
beauty and beaches. [BL, B]
Accommodation: Hotel A La Mer or similar (standard rooms with en-suite
bathrooms)
Days 10-11:
Sossusvlei, Namibia
An early morning start takes us from Swakopmund south through Walvis
Bay on our way to Sesriem in the Namib Desert, which is considered to be
the oldest desert in the world.
On the way there we will make a stop at the small settlement of Solitaire
where you will have a chance to sample their world renowned Apple Crumble
– only served without cream! (Own account)
We visit the world’s highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei, an area
characterised by massive red sand dunes. A drive into the dunes is also
available (own expense). At sunset these dunes, which can reach heights of
over 300 m, are absolutely spectacular and provide for a fantastic photo
opportunity. With luck, there may even be water in the vlei (lake). [BLD,
BLD]
Accommodation: Hammerstein Campsite - or similar (ablution blocks with hot
and cold water)
Day 12: Drive to
Windhoek, Namibia
We leave the Desert behind us and travel back to Windhoek. Although a long
day we travel through the beautiful countryside with short stops en-route.
In the evening we’ll arrive back to in the city to enjoy a hearty meal
in one of the many restaurants (own expense) and celebrate our last
evening of the tour [BL]
Accommodation: Vondelhof Guesthouse – or similar (double rooms with
en-suite bathrooms, bar, restaurant and shops in town, swimming pool)
Day 13: Windhoek, end
of tour
After we meet one last time to enjoy our breakfast together, you will
still have time to explore the town of Windhoek on your own depending on
when your flight leaves back home or to your next destination.
You will be transferred to the airport to check-in for your flight and we
hope to welcome you again sometime on one of our adventures. [B]
