Best of Namibia
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Adventure; Sightseeing; Sightseeing tour; excursions; Namib Desert; Etosha National Park; explorations; Kaokoland; Sesriem; Himba Visit; Epupa Falls; Twyfelfontein; Brandberg; Explore Namibia;
Venture into a world of changing scenery, contrasting unspoiled wilderness with the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Windhoek and Swakopmund. You will explore Namibia's attractions using a diverse itinerary, including the central area with the Namib Desert (Sesriem and Naukluft) and the northern area with the famous Etosha National Park as well ...
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- Trip Length:
- 14 days
- Price Range:
- From $2550 to $2625 (Peak Season (Jul-Oct): $2,625; Off Season: $2,550.) per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
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Oct 03, 2008 to Oct 16, 2008
Oct 17, 2008 to Oct 30, 2008
Sep 03, 2008 to Sep 16, 2008
Sep 19, 2008 to Oct 02, 2008
Aug 15, 2008 to Aug 28, 2008
Nov 14, 2008 to Nov 27, 2008
Dec 20, 2008 to Jan 02, 2009
- Recommended for:
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15 - 17, 18 - 20, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
Venture into a world of changing scenery, contrasting unspoiled wilderness with the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Windhoek and Swakopmund. You will explore Namibia's attractions using a diverse itinerary, including the central area with the Namib Desert (Sesriem and Naukluft) and the northern area with the famous Etosha National Park as well as a visit to a Himba tribe.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Windhoek
Arrive in Windhoek.
Airport Transfer
Upon arrival in Windhoek, you will be met and transferred to the Hotel Safari, or similar, for your overnight. With its lingering heritage of German architecture, activities and atmosphere, Windhoek is a city which can be visited throughout the year.
Relaxation
The day is spent at leisure. You will be met by your guide at the hotel reception for a briefing around 6:00 p.m.
Hotel
Dinner is on your own. Lodging: Hotel Safari, or similar.
Day 2 - 4 - Namibia
Etosha National Park.
National Parks
Etosha National Park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa. Thousands of wild animals such as blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion, elephant, etc. are attracted to the area. The bird-life is prolific with 326 recorded species.
Safari
Early morning and late afternoon game drives are enjoyed with the evenings spent watching an amazing diversity of animals around the floodlit waterhole bordering your campsite.
Camping
Lodging: camping. Meals: 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners.
Day 5 - Namibia
Ruacana.
Private Car Service
Drive through ‘Owaboland’ which consists of communal farming land of the Oshiwambo people.
Sightseeing
Stop to view a giant baobab tree that once functioned as a church.
Camping
You will arrive at Ruacana in the afternoon and have time to relax in camp on the banks of the Kunene River. Lodging: camping. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 6 - 7 - Namibia
Kaokoland / Himba Visit / Epupa Falls.
Sightseeing
The Epupa Falls are a series of cascades where the Kunene River drops 60m in 1.5km forming a multitude of channels and rock pools. A variety of birds occur in the area.
Sightseeing
You will visit a Himba village to familiarize yourself with their way of life. The Himbas are a semi-nomadic tribe, who live in scattered settlements throughout the region. They are characterized by their proud yet friendly stature and the women are noted for their unusual beauty, enhanced by intricate hairstyles and traditional dress.
Camping
Lodging: camping. Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
Day 8 - Namibia
Damaraland.
Private Car Service
An early morning drive will take you to Damaraland.
Sightseeing
The changing colors of the surrounding landscapes are enjoyed on a guided sunset walk with explanations of the unique flora and geology of the area.
Camping
Lodging: camping. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 9 - Namibia
Twyfelfontein / Brandberg.
Sightseeing
Visit the Twyfelfontein area with walks to view the ancient Bushman rock engravings, Organ Pipes, and the Burnt Mountain.
Camping
Camp at the foot of Brandberg Mountain which is the highest in Namibia. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: camping.
Day 10 - Swakopmund
Sightseeing
On your way to Swakopmund, visit Cape Cross Seal Colony, one of the largest mainland seal colonies in the world. Swakopmund, with its German colonial atmosphere, is the principal coastal resort of Namibia.
Ballooning
Time is spent at leisure to enjoy the charm of this old town or to undertake one of the many optional activities on offer, such as scenic flights or hot air ballooning (activities booked locally).
Food and Dining
Dinner is on your own.
Hotel
Overnight accommodations in Guest House or similar. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Day 11 - Namibia
Gamsberg Mountain / Star Gazing.
Sightseeing
Driving via the Moon Landscape, you will stop to view the unusual prehistoric Welwitschia plant, a dwarf tree flourishing on the moisture of the Atlantic coast. Its lifespan is estimated at more than 1,000 years.
Sightseeing
At night you will have the opportunity of viewing globular clusters and planets (weather permitting) through a six-inch Zeiss APQ refractor with a Zeiss wide-field bino-viewer.
Camping
Lodging: Camping. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 12 - 13 - Sesriem
Namib Desert / Sesriem.
Private Car Service
Todays journey will take you south to the heart of the Namib Desert.
Hiking
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon.
Sightseeing
The following morning, depart early for Sossusvlei stopping in the dune belt to enjoy the changing colors of the world’s highest sand dunes. The morning is spent walking amongst the dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei.
Camping
Lodging: camping. Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners.
Day 14 - Windhoek
Windhoek.
Private Car Service
Drive back to Windhoek, arriving around 1:00pm.
Airport Transfer
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast.
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