The land of unrelenting sun, where the ground seems to beg the heavens for rain, and the landscapes stretch uninterrupted for hundreds of kilometres on end. Where one gazes in wonder and amazement at the animals and plants that survive in this harsh environment. This tour not only covers all of the highlights of central and northern Namibia, but also concentrates on 'off the beaten track' routes and attractions. Flexibility and an awareness of the elements are essential in order to get the most out of this tour.
- Day 1: Windhoek - Namib
- Itinerary
Setting off from the capital, Windhoek, at 09h00, you travel south to Rehoboth, and then into the true Namib to your exclusive camp adjoining the Namibrand Nature Reserve. Here you camp alone in the wilderness with only the desert landscapes, rocky mountains and towering dunes to keep you company. The sunset over the desert is a sight to behold. You enjoy a traditional meal under the clear night skies before falling asleep to the sounds of the wild.
- Day 2: Namib Desert
- Itinerary
Awake to desert vistas that extend further than the eye can see. Your camp is nestled against a towering rock outcrop within a protected wilderness that has been conserved and restored, and on which game has been re-introduced with the proceeds of tourism. During your stay here, you will conduct extensive guided walks and game drives both during the day and at night in order to better understand the desert fauna and flora.
- Days 4-5: Swakopmund
- Itinerary
Crossing through the Namib Naukluft Park, you visit the dramatic Lunar Landscape, and the ancient Welwitschia plants, before making for the coastal town of Swakopmund where you spend two nights in a centrally located, comfortable inn. You explore this holiday town and its surrounds thoroughly, and enjoy one evening meal at a local nightspot (own expense). You will have the opportunity to partake in quad biking, sand boarding and skydiving whilst here (own expense).
- Day 6: Skeleton Coast - Spitskop
- Itinerary
Today you head up the barren Skeleton Coast, scene of many a shipwreck, to the Cape Cross-Seal Colony where thousands of Cape Fur Seals can be seen ashore. Venturing inland, your next stop is at the impressive Spitskop where you will camp wild amongst the boulders at the base of this unusual granitic outcrop. Hopefully you will see the endemic colourful lovebirds during your stay here.
- Day 7: Twyfelfontein - Palmwag
- Itinerary
A long day, you move on to visit the Organ Pipes and the bushman Rock Engravings at Twyfelfontein before entering Damaraland and crossing the Grootberg to camp the night at the oasis of Palmwag. Palmwag is one of a few waterholes used by the rare desert elephants, and you hope to see these magnificent animals up close today.
- Days 8- 9: Epupa Falls
- Itinerary
Travelling through the heart of the Kaokovelt today, you make your way north to the Angolan border where you will camp for 2 nights at a community project on the banks of the Kunene River at the awesome Epupa Falls.
During your time here you hope to interact with the nomadic Himba people, a tribe that live in this inhospitable region, and wander with their livestock in search of grazing. You will also explore the area surrounding the falls.
- Days 10-11: Etosha
- Itinerary
Entering Etosha National Park today, you will spend 2 nights here in search of the big game that this park is so well-known for. One evening will be spent at a floodlit waterhole, watching the many animals that come down to drink. During these days you will conduct extensive game drives within the park. One night you will dine at a camp restaurant (own expense).
- Day 12: Etosha - Windhoek, End of Tour
Included in tour:
Transport
Accommodation
All meals
Coffee & tea
Fruit juice at breakfast
A professional guide
Group equipment
Permits & park entry fees
Excluded:
Alcohol & soft drinks
Tips
Curios
Optional extras
Optional meals
Tour rates. †
| Starting at |
Windhoek |
end in |
Windhoek |
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| From |
To |
PPS |
SS |
| 1 Jan 2008 |
30 Dec 2008 |
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† All prices are accurate but you may find that the final rates in your quotation vary slightly due to room type, seasonality and currency conversion.
Extra tour notes.
This tour departs from Windhoek every second Tuesday.
Pre- and post-tour nights can be arranged.
This tour involves a certain amount of walking, so a small daypack is advisable.
Certain areas of Namibia fall into a malaria area, so precautions are advisable.
During winter the night-time temperatures can fall below zero, and during summer the daytime temperatures can reach the forties, so be prepared for this.
Most major currencies can be exchanged on arrival in Windhoek and other centres, but banking hours apply. Credit cards are generally accepted.