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We depart Windhoek for our first day on the road heading to the fabulous Namib Naukluft National Park and the giant sand dunes of Sossusvlei. This is one of the world's oldest deserts, offering over 130 million years of natural wonder. Adventure activities abound, including hot air ballooning and light aircraft flights.
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Overland Tours, Safaris |
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Africa Tours |
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| Regions Included: |
Windhoek, Namib Naukluft National Park, Swakopmund, Khorixas, Sesfontein, Otjitowarongo, Etosha National Park, Grootfontein, Waterberg Plateau National Park, Windhoek |
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| Duration: |
15 days |
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Windhoek |
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| Min Persons Required: |
4 |
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Tel: 27 11 791 0519
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Best of Namibia Accommodated 15 days – Desert Sand Classic Itinerary
DAY 1 - Windhoek
Day at leisure to enjoy all there is to offer in Windhoek. Clients should meet at 18h30 pm at Arebbusch Travel Lodge for the pre-departure meeting. All meals for your own account.
LODGEACCOMMODATION
Arebbusch Travel Lodge (or similar)
Auas Rd, Windhoek
Tel: ++ (264) 61252 255
Meals: All meals to your own account
DAYS 2 & 3 - The Namib Naukluft National Park (400 km)
We depart Windhoek for our first day on the road heading to the fabulous Namib Naukluft National Park and the giant sand dunes of Sossusvlei. This is one of the world's oldest deserts, offering over 130 million years of natural wonder. Adventure activities abound, including hot air ballooning and light aircraft flights.
On day 3 we head for Dune 45 and climb the dune for stunning aerial views, after which we proceed to Sossusvlei and the 2x4 parking area. From here it is an approximate 5 km walk to the vlei where you are free to explore. There is also an option of a guided walk here (to clients own expense), which is at your own expense. Stunning photographic opportunities are available in the dunes. On our return to the lodge we will stop off at the Sesriem Canyon.
LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Namib Desert Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Day 2: Breakfast, lunch. Day 3: Breakfast, lunch
DAYS 4 & 5 - Swakopmund (351 km)
We depart Sossusvlei for Swakopmund via Walvis Bay where you will have the opportunity to do some flamingo watching (seasonal) before continuing to Swakopmund. Swakopmund is a delightful Bavarian-style town, situated snugly between sea and desert. Great beaches, deep-sea fishing, quad biking, dune boarding plus an array of shops, bars and restaurants await you. In Swakopmund you are free to explore at your leisure or partake in the many optional activities. This is also a chance to catch up with laundry, banks and communications.
LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Swakop Lodge (or similar)
46 Breite/ Nathaniel Maxulili Street, Swakopmund.
Tel: ++ (264) 64 402 030
Fax: ++ (264) 64 405 016
Meals: Day 4: Breakfast, lunch. Day 5: Breakfast
DAY 6 - Khorixas (396 km)
Our journey takes us to Khorixas via Twyfelfontein. Upon our arrival in Twyfelfontein we will go on a guided tour of the rock engravings, the largest collection of Bushman rock art in Africa - approximately 2 hrs.
CHALETS
Xaragu camp (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 7 & 8 - Sesfontein (281 km)
We depart northwards to Sesfontein in the Kaokoveld area, where we travel through beautiful scenery - keep a look out for the desert elephants. In Sesfontein you will have the opportunity to meet the Himba people.
LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Fort Sesfontein Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Day 7: Breakfast, lunch. Day 8: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 9 - Otjitowarongo (453 km)
We depart for the cheetah sanctuary near Kamanjab where you can see the fastest land mammal on earth. You will have the chance to touch and interact with 2 adult cheetahs and see others being fed in the afternoon.
LODGE ACCOMMODATION
Cheetah Farm (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 10 & 11 - Etosha National Park (306 km)
Today we arrive at the world famous Etosha National Park, ready for our big game safari experience. Dominated by shimmering white saltpans you have a chance to see elephant as well as black rhino, lion and leopard. Most camps have floodlit water holes, which are excellent for after dinner game viewing, as well as swimming pools for cooling off during the heat of the day. We will enjoy 3 game drives whilst at Etosha - all taken in your WildLife Adventures vehicle. Typically we will make an early start, which is ideal for morning game viewing, and drive to some of the waterholes in the park before brunch. Approximately 3-hours per game drive. In the afternoons we will take another game drive and return back to the rest camp before dark for dinner.
CHALETS
Okaukuejo Campsite (or similar)
Etosha National Park
Tel: (++ 26 67) 229800
Fax: (++ 264 67) 229852
Meals: Day 10: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Day 11: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 12 & 13 - Grootfontein (180 km)
We depart for the San Bushman Village near Grootfontein where you will meet the Bushmen in their home. At Roy's Rest Camp there is a bar, restaurant, swimming pool and a curio shop. You also have the opportunity to go on optional game drives and walking trails.
BUNGALOWS
Roy's Rest Camp (or similar)
Meals: Day 12: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Day 13: Breakfast, lunch
DAY 14 - Waterberg (250 km)
We leave Grootfontein bound for the stunning Waterberg Plateau National Park. Historically significant because it was the site of the war between the Germans and the Hereros, the area has now become a haven for many endangered species. It is renowned for its incredible rock formations and walks. Your time in the Waterberg is your own and you are free to walk in the park at your leisure. Optional game drives and guided walks are available.
CHALETS
Bernard De La Bat (or similar)
Off route C22, route 2512, Waterberg Plateau
Tel: (++ 264 67) 305001
Fax: (++ 264 67) 305004
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 15 - Windhoek (270 km)
We depart for Windhoek at around 08h00am. Our tour ends at Arebbusch Travel Lodge. Breakfast included.
Meals: Breakfast
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Notes
Local Supplemant R6307
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Includes:
Fully equipped safari vehicle, services of tour leader and camp courier, all accommodation, all camping and catering equipment and scheduled National Park entrance fees. Breakfast (B) Lunch (L) Dinner (D) where specified. Meals not shown will be to the clients account. Occasionally breakfast and lunch may be combined into a brunch where necessary e.g. mornings with early game drives.
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Excludes:
International airfares, arrival and departure transfers, travel and medical insurance, personal spending money, visas, passports, vaccinations, personal taxes (including departure and border taxes) all optional activities, unscheduled or optional National Parks/ Reserves entrance fees, gratuities, sleeping bag if required, restaurant meals and all other items of a personal nature. All drinks, even on days with full board basis.
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