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 25 360.00 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 | Meet & Greet in Windhoek at the start of the tour Collection by English-speaking Guide at your previous nights accommodation in Windhoek Safari Vehicle suitable for Namibian Terrain, inclusive Fuel and National Park Entry Fees 6 x Breakfast and 4 x Dinner AM and PM Game Drives in the Kalahari Desert Region Namib Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei and Sesriem Entrance Fees Guided Sossusvlei & Sesriem Canyon Excursion 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)Optional ActivitiesEarly morning or evening Guide Game Drives in the Kalahari and Namib Desert Regions Guided Historical City or Dune Landscape Fat Bike Tours in Swakopmund Catamaran Dolphin and Seal Boat Cruise from the Walvis Bay Harbour Little 5 Desert Excursion, Camel Rides, Desert Quad-Biking or Tandem Sky-Diving in Swakopmund |
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.
Your personal English-speaking Guide for the next 6 days will meet you at the accommodation establishment where you spent the previous night. Before you board the safari bus, he or she will greet you and assist you with your luggage. After that, you go on a short sightseeing tour of the Capital.
Stately historic buildings constructed in the German architectural style of the turn of the century add a lot to Windhoek. The Tintenpalast and the Christuskirche can be visited, and along Independence Avenue, old colonial houses sit alongside new, post-independence Namibian structures.
Following that, you embark on the first leg of your journey through Namibia’s amazing deserts. Driving south through Rehoboth and Kalkrand, you reach the Kalahari Desert’s breathtaking dune landscape. The Kalahari Desert covers a large portion of Namibia’s eastern coast. It is classified as a Desert because of its sandy terrain, which prevents adequate water absorption into the soil, and because of the extremely high evaporation in this region. In fact, it’s a bustling wilderness, with antelopes and other animals frequenting the dry valleys, seasonally flooded pans, and vast swaths of excellent grazing that result from good rains.
Following your arrival, check-in, and some time to relax, you’ll go on a late afternoon Game Drive, which is included in your package. Take off before sunset to enjoy a panoramic view of the Kalahari Region while sipping a cold beverage and watching the sun set in the west.
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
As the sun rises over the dunes and the wildlife, birds, and insects slowly awaken, get up early and take a Sunrise Game Drive to explore the secrets of the desert. When you return to the cabin, breakfast is served, and the rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Another evening Sundowner Game Drive is available for those who wish to participate (optional, not included.) All booking arrangements will be happily assisted by your Guide.
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
Breakfast will set the tone for today’s journey into the Namib Desert, which is vast and diverse. In the early afternoon, you arrive at your breathtaking destination in the Namib Naukluft Park region via Mariental, Maltahöhe, and Sesriem.
The Namib, which is thought to be the world’s oldest desert, was arid at least 80 million years ago. It crosses the Orange River into South Africa in the south, and the Kunene River into Angola in the north. The Namib is mostly found in Namibia, where it covers 1500 kilometers of Atlantic coastline. Its width ranges between 80 and 140 kilometers, but it can stretch up to 200 kilometers inland in some areas. The Namib sand dunes, which reach heights of 300 meters and stretch for 32 kilometers (20 miles), are the world’s second highest.
Evening sundowners while watching the spectacular Namibian desert sunset will surely be unforgettable, as you wonder at the endless deserts stretching out in front of you.
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
You’ll get up early this morning for coffee/tea before setting off on your pre-dawn journey across Sossusvlei’s sand shore. Today you have the chance to scale one of the world’s tallest sand dunes.
Sossusvlei is a stunning dune wonderland with 300-meter-high dunes surrounding a massive, dried-up pan. Their rich tints range from pale apricot to bright reds and oranges, extending as far as the eye can see. The Tsauchab River flows into the pan during a successful rainy season, creating a refuge for birds. Oryx, Springbok, and Ostrich can be seen feeding on the sparse vegetation along the watercourse even during the dry season.
The Sesriem Canyon, located at the entrance to Sossusvlei, has been carved out by centuries of erosion into a narrow gorge measuring 1 km in length. Deep pools of water can be found at the bottom of the gorge, which drops 30m to 40m and is replenished after good rains. The name Sesriem comes from the time when early settlers drew water from these ponds by tying six lengths of rawhide thongs together.
Return to the lodge in the early afternoon, and spend the rest of the day as you wish.
Dinner, a night’s stay, and breakfast
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before continuing your journey to Namibia’s west coast through the Namib Naukluft Park. You’ll pass through Solitaire and Walvis Bay on your way there.
Solitaire refers to a single solitaire diamond, while solitude or loneliness refers to the area’s solitude or loneliness, and the two meanings combined establish the impression of a unique, valuable, and solitary location. A gas station, post office, store, and restaurant are all located in this small village, which is well-known for its delicious apple pie. It’s the ideal place to stop on your way between Sesreim and Sossusvlei, and Swakopmund or Windhoek.
Walvis Bay is Namibia’s main harbor area, and it’s quickly becoming a sought-after destination for beach vacations. The lagoon, with its abundant bird life, is one of the main attractions, with an estimated 80 000 wading birds, including flamingos and rare white pelicans, to be seen. Walvis Bay and the offshore islands were integrated into the Republic of Namibia on March 1, 1994, after becoming a former South African enclave. The town has a well-developed and productive port, and its fishing harbour serves as the center of Namibia’s rapidly expanding fishing industry.
After travelling along the path that runs directly between the Namib’s towering sand dunes and the Benguela current that runs along Namibia’s coastline, we arrive in Swakopmund in the afternoon. After a dusty day on sandy roads and rocky mountain passes, check into your hotel where you will be greeted warmly and able to relax in cool comfort. Following that, you have the choice of taking an optional city tour or exploring this charming and lovely town on foot at your leisure.
Breakfast and Overnight
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.
Dinner can be had at any of Swakopmund’s well-known and famous restaurants throughout the evening.
Swakopmund is much loved by Namibians as a welcome respite from the inland heat. It is also popular amongst visitors for its old-world charm and relaxed atmosphere. Founded in 1892 during the period of German colonial rule, it served as the territory’s main harbour for many years. The distinct German colonial character has been well preserved and today many of the old buildings serve a useful purpose. The Woermann House (1905) now houses an art gallery and the Woermann Tower was used in earlier times to watch ships entering the harbour. Other old interesting buildings include „Die Alte Kaserne“, the „Hohenzollern Haus” and the Railway Station Building.
The road connecting Walvis Bay and Swakopmund is a fascinating contrast, with the Namib Desert’s towering yellow sand dunes on one side and the sea and the freezing Benguela Current on the other. Early morning mists that blanket the dunes and beaches are almost as eerie as the windblown sands that float over the dune ridges in the late afternoon, propelled by on-shore winds.
As the last day of your safari comes to a close, scale the sand dunes to see the sun fall over the ocean, which is always tinged with dazzling hues of red and orange and seems to go on forever. After dinner, you say your goodbyes to your Tour Guide.
Breakfast and Overnight
Following breakfast, you will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of options: If you prefer to stay in Swakopmund, accommodation bookings are not included; however, we will gladly assist you with this on request and at your own expense. (Prices available upon request.)
On Day 7, travelers departing Namibia board an early morning transfer to the airport, passing through the towns of Usakos, Karibib, Okahandja, and Windhoek en route to the Hosea Kutako International Airport or their Windhoek accommodations.
You have the option of continuing your safari into Namibia’s Northern Regions. Your tour will depart after breakfast in Swakopmund, where you will be joined by other guests who have booked the Northern Tour. (For a complete itinerary, see the Beautiful Contrasts Never-ending Landscapes Tour.)
We wish you safe travels for the future.
Location: The Lodge is located 25km from Mariental, en-route to the Sossusvlei Region. It is inspired by the breath-taking splendour of the Southern Namibia landscape.
Rooms: 20 air-conditioned chalets overlooking the open plains. The chalets are tastefully decorated for a luxurious and comfortable stay, with large glass doors that easily slide open to offer guests a breathtaking panoramic view. One might also see indigenous game grazing close to the chalets
Facilities: Facilities include en suite chalets offering TV and wi-fi; a comfortable lounge with patio, restaurant, bar, swimming pool, campfire boma and spa
Special feature: The Lodge offers luxurious and comfortable accommodation, an excellent menu and a wide variety of Wildlife Species including White Rhino, Blue Wildebeest, Oryx, Waterbuck and more
Distance to Airport: Situated approximately 330 km from Hosea Kutako International Airport near Windhoek. Driving time approximately 3-4 hours.
Location: Inspired by the SAN peoples grass huts of old, the lodge is located on a vast plain, backed by mountains that overlook the Tsauchab River. It is a mere 30 km from the Entrance Gate to the Namib Naukluft Park, deep within the Namib Deser.
Rooms: 18 Individual Twin Chalets.
Facilities: Facilities include an expansive restaurant and lounge, bar and swimming pool. All rooms have spacious en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning.
Special feature: The view from the lounge, pool, restaurant and every chalet stretches to the very limit of your vision. A Nature Drive, hiking along the mountain trails and an easy walk up to the Sundowner Point are all recommended as highlights of your stay here.
Distance to Airport: Situated approximately 350 km from Hosea Kutako International Airport near Windhoek. Driving time approximately 4 – 5 hours.
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.
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.
Account holder: Africa Focus Tours Namibia (Pty) ltd
Bank: Nedbank Namibia
Account number: 011500012252
Branch code: 461 617
Swift code: NEDSNANX
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