Namibia is a unique African destination. Namibia is the ultimate African road trip destination for adventurous adventurers, with almost otherworldly dune landscapes, ancient deserts, and amazing game viewing opportunities.
| COST & VALIDITY | From ZAR 23 210.00 1st March 2021 – 31st October 2021 |
| WHAT TO BRING | Comfortable shoes Warm jackets Sunhat and sunglasses Sun cream Cameras Personal belongings Personal medication |
| IMPORTANT NOTE | Namibia emergency number: +264 81 127 0564 |
| INCLUDED | Early morning Road Transfer from Windhoek to Swakopmund on Day One of the tour English-speaking Guide for the duration of the tour Safari Vehicle suitable for Namibian Terrain, inclusive Fuel and National Park Entry Fees 6 x Breakfast and 4 x Dinner Guided Life in the Village Excursion with the SAN Community Etosha and Waterberg National Park Entrance Fees Guided Full Day Excursion in the Etosha National Park in the Tour Vehicle (Lunch extra) Porterage 2% Tourism Levy 15% VAT |
| NOT INCLUDED | Meals not stated as included in the itinerary plus all beverages are for own account All Flights Entrance fees and excursions not stated as included in itinerary Expenses of a personal nature Travel insurance Tips for Guides and Restaurant Staff are not included Visa fees (where applicable) |
Please note
Gravel roads make up more than two-thirds of Namibia’s roads. We suggest renting a 4×4. Since Windhoek, where most rental car companies are located, is 45 kilometers west of Hosea Kutako International Airport, you will need to make arrangements with your rental car company for a transfer from the airport to Windhoek. Alternatively, please contact us, and we will arrange for you to rent a car and move. Rates are available upon request.
Road transfer from Windhoek to Swakopmund in the early morning (duration +/- 4 hours.) Arrive in Swakopmund and check into your hotel, where you will be greeted warmly and able to relax in the fresh coastal air. Following a conversation with your tour guide about the next seven days, you can choose to take an optional city tour or explore this charming and lovely town on foot at your leisure.
Namibians consider Swakopmund to be a welcome respite from the inland sun. It is also well-liked by tourists due to its old-world charm and laid-back atmosphere. It was founded in 1892 during the German colonial era and served as the territory’s main port for many years. The distinctive German colonial character has been well preserved, and many of the old buildings are still functional today. The Woermann House (1905) now houses an art gallery, while the Woermann Tower was once used to keep an eye on ships entering the harbor. The “Alte Kaserne,” the “Hohenzollern Haus,” and the Railway Station Building are among the other historic structures worth visiting.
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
Relax and enjoy a day at your leisure. A Catamaran cruise in the Walvis Bay lagoon with oysters and sparkling wine served on board, the popular ‘Living Desert tour,’ or a Quad Bike excursion into the dunes are just a few of the activities available in Swakopmund. Visit the Crystal Gallery to see some of the world’s largest crystals, or go on a guided Fatbike Tour through town or into the dunes.
The path between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, flanked on one side by the towering yellow sand dunes of the Namib Desert and on the other by the sea and the freezing Benguela Current, will provide a fascinating contrast if you travel the short distance to Walvis Bay for a Boat Cruise. The mists that cover the dunes and beaches early in the morning are almost as eerie as the wind-blown sands that float over the dune ridges in the late afternoon, propelled by on-shore winds.
Dinner can be had at any of Swakopmund’s well-known and famous restaurants throughout the evening.
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
Today’s departure from the cooler coastal temperatures is preceded by another sumptuous buffet meal. You go on in the safari car, passing through the fascinating Spitzkoppe Mountain area en route to the Erongo Mountains, where you visit the Omandumba Farm and spend a few fascinating hours with the local SAN Bushmen Tribe. Spend a few unforgettable hours learning about the interesting and fun-loving SAN and participating in events such as jewelry making with Ostrich Egg Shell or bow and arrow shooting.
Finally, you travel to your overnight lodging, arriving in the afternoon. Before a delicious dinner in the Boma, enjoy some refreshing sundowners (not included).
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
You sleep in a little later today, in preparation for a leisurely breakfast. Your lodge offers a variety of exciting optional excursions, such as Game Drives or a visit to the amazing Dinosaur Footprints, where you can take a simple 1.5 km Guided Walk that lasts about 30 minutes (not included.) These excursions can also be done in the morning before heading off to your next destination.
After that, you’ll board the Tour Vehicle again and travel north to the renowned Etosha National Park area. Arrive and check-in at your lovely, comfortable Lodge before taking a stroll through the lush green gardens, which provide a striking contrast to the surrounding bush savannah. Swim in the cold, sparkling pool at your leisure, or sip sundowners while watching the sun set in the west.
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
After breakfast, you can travel the short distance to the popular Etosha National Park, where you will spend the whole day in the Tour Vehicle observing the fascinating and wonderful wildlife.
The Etosha National Park is one of Africa’s largest parks, covering 22 270 square kilometers of saline desert, savannah, and woodlands. The Etosha Pan, a large, shallow depression covering approximately 5000 square kilometers, is its defining feature. The pan is a desolate expanse of white broken mud that shimmers with mirages on most days for the majority of the year. The Etosha experience is unlike any other, with huge herds of game and the eerie “great white place of dry water” as a backdrop. The park is home to 114 mammal species, including some uncommon and endangered species like black rhino and black-faced impala. Many bird species, including the European bee-eater and many wader species, can be found in the park, with about a third of them being migratory.
Lunch can be had on the go in the form of a hearty Lunch Pack, or at one of the Camp restaurants, followed by a refreshing swim in the pool. Observing the game from the comfortable shady benches overlooking the camp waterhole is also an option. You return to your lodging in the late afternoon, where the evening promises another stunning sunset and delectable dinner.
Breakfast and Overnight
After another 2 -3 hour excursion into the popular Etosha National Park, you will depart on the penultimate leg of your Namibian Safari, passing through the towns of Outjo and Otjiwarongo on your way to the Waterberg Plateau Park. As you get closer to the Waterberg, marvel at the ever-changing landscapes and the huge and majestic plateau that rises in the distance.
Once you’ve checked in, there are a variety of activities to choose from, including Guided Walking Trails, a visit to the Cheetah Conservation Foundation, and a relaxing massage at the Spa.
The Waterberg Plateau, rising 200 meters above a sea of African bush and savannah, is an island of vivid color with its flamboyant brick-red sandstone formations and lush green vegetation. The 40 549-hectare park, 60 kilometers east of Otjiwarong, was founded in 1972. It was originally established as a refuge for Caprivi’s uncommon and endangered species, such as Roan and Sable Antelope, Tsessebe, and Cape Buffalo. Today, the park is home to over 200 bird species and a variety of vegetation that ranges from acacia savannah at the base of the plateau to lush-green sub-tropical dry forest with tall trees and grassy plains at the summit.
As your safari day comes to a close, watch the sun set over the horizon one last time before the African night sky is illuminated by a million stars.
Breakfast and Overnight
After breakfast, fly to Hosea Kutako International Airport outside of Windhoek via Okahandja and Windhoek. You sign in for your flight to your next destination once you arrive. If time allows, clients who are staying in Windhoek can be dropped off at their hotel en route.
Okahandja is a town of great significance to the Herero people of Namibia since it was the seat of their Chief Samuel Maharero. It is located directly north of Windhoek. Thousands of Hereros flock here every August for a pilgrimage to pay respects to their great chiefs’ graves. Woodcarvers from the north sell their wares in the Market, which makes Okahandja an important center for them.
Location: Being one of the oldest hotels in Namibia, Hansa prides itself on providing only the finest, most luxurious accommodation and service. Located within close proximity of shops, restaurants and the beach, it is the perfect place to enjoy Swakopmund to its fullest.
Rooms: 58 rooms (49 Twin / 5 Family / 4 Suites) Each room is individually decorated to offer comfort in a unique, beautifully olde-world style. Particular attention has been paid to beautiful bedding and luxurious materials, original artworks and modern amenities for the utmost comfort.
Facilities: Facilities include a world-class restaurant, an elegant and cozy bar, conference rooms and a beautiful, tranquil garden. All rooms include air-conditioning, en-suite bathrooms, a flatscreen television, coffee station, mini bar and safe.
Special feature: A true Gem in the Namib Desert, taking you back in time with its Colonial feel, superb service and culinary delights.
Distance to Airport: Situated approximately 405 km from the Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek, driving time approximately 5 hours, and 40 km from Walvis Bay Airport, driving time approximately 50 minutes.
Location: Kalkfeld Region, Cebtral Namibia.
Rooms: 23 rooms
Facilities: All rooms offer large, luxurious beds, a tea/coffee station, air-conditioner and heater, ceiling fan, safe and small fridge. The swimming pool and garden at the main lodge overlook a waterhole, where hippo, nyala and porcupine visit on a regular basis. It is the ideal opportunity to observe animals whilst enjoying a drink at the bar.
Special feature: Lion feeds after sunset are an exhilerating attraction whereby visitors have the opportunity to observe these big cats feeding from a close distance. Due to the black rhino breeding program, the lions are kept on a large but separate region of the sanctuary and are lured to a specific spot for feeding. This minimizes predation on black rhino calves, plus other rare species roaming the Sanctuary.
Distance to Airport: Situated approximately 270 km from Hosea Kutako International Airport.
Location: Nestled on an outcrop of dolomite rocks and under a forest of Mopani and White Seringa trees, at Toshari you will find the ideal tranquil atmosphere to relax in. Situated only 25 km from the entrance to the Etosha National Park, it is an ideal base from where to explore this Animal Kingdom.
Rooms: 38 rooms (27 standard, 5 luxury, 3 honeymoon, 3 family units)
Facilities: Facilities at the lodge include a restaurant, bar and swimming pool. All rooms include air-conditioning, en suite bathrooms, mosquito nets, coffee bar and small patio.
Special feature: Its proximity to Etosha National Park, as well as a homely and family-friendly atmosphere, ensure you will leave Namibia inspired to return.
Distance to Airport: Situated approximately 435 km’s from Hosea Kutako International Airport, near Windhoek the capital of Namibia. Driving time at least 5 – 6 hours.
Location: Situated at the foot of the majestic Waterberg Plateau in Northern Central Namibia lies the magnificent Waterberg Guest Farm, a 42 000 hectare paradise of natural African savannah.
Rooms: 4 double rooms and twin rooms / 5 bush bungalows
Facilities: All rooms have toilets, showers and basins (one of the rooms also has an additional bathtub). All rooms have their own private entrance leading out to a veranda. The spacious dining room is also located in the guesthouse, along with the comfortable lounge – the perfect spot to relax after a long day outdoors. In addition to the guesthouse, there are four ‘bush bungalows’ situated 160 meters from the main guesthouse. The truly unique bungalows are built according to the traditional Herero method. The main homestead offers a spacious dining room, library and a comfortable lounge. Next to the swimming pool is a traditional ‘lapa’ and bar, ideal for outdoor wining and dining. The wooden deck and floodlit waterhole are a popular after-dinner meeting place.
Special Features: Activities include visits to Namibia’s Cheetah Conservation Fund and the ‘little serengeti’ game drive, both of which are often combined into one educational and wildlife viewing experience. An additional and fascinating occurrence at Okosongomingo is the annual wildlife census.
Distance to Airport: App. 300 km from Hosea Kutako International Airport Windhoek, travelling time is app. 4 hours
PLEASE NOTE
Accommodation is available on a first-come, first-served basis. If we are unable to book the requested accommodations, we will search for a similar alternative and notify you.
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