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10 Day Classic Safari Namibia
Travelling north, south & west you will visit the Africat Foundation
at Okonjima to meet and learn about Africa’s Big Cats. Then
on to Etosha National Park for some concentrated Big Game viewing.
The Himba village at Oase brings us in touch with some of Namibia’s
ancient traditions before travelling into the desert proper to spend
the night at The Brandberg, Namibia’s highest mountain and
an ancient Bushman spiritual site. Swakopmund on the Skeleton Coast
offers time to relax or time for some adventure sport adrenaline
and the trip closes with two nights with the awesome sand dunes
at Sesriem & Sossusvlei, the world’s tallest dunes in
the world’s oldest desert.
The price is virtually fully inclusive of everything you will
need whilst travelling with us. Collection time is between 08:00
& 08:30 from anywhere within the Windhoek city limits.
Prices in South African Rand
Price per person:R 7,700
Price per person as of 1st April 2009:R 9,200 - no single supplement
Minimum of two people
Maximum group size is 14 travellers
Transport for up to 8 people will be in a minibus or a Land Cruiser.
For more than 8 a specially converted safari truck will be used.
Itinerary is assisted comfortable camping with participation limited
to only helping with the tents.
Guaranteed departures every Tuesday of the year, with a
minimum of two people.
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Safaris include:
All transport
3 Meals a day (unless differently specified)
Tap drinking water
Tea & coffee in camp
All camping equipment
Park entrance fees
Camping fees
Professional guide
Camp Assistant
Pick up & drop off from accommodation in Windhoek
Safaris exclude:
Sleeping bag (can be hired)
Visas
Alcoholic beverages
Soft drinks
Personal travel insurance
Useful to bring with you:Towel, torch, water bottle, hat.
Guide Itinerary
Safari Tour Details
Day 1
We travel out over the Eros Mountains and along scenic roads, on
our way south-west to the desert. We also pass over part of the
Naukluft Mountains the Khomas Hochland range on our journey today
and head down from Namibia’s central plateau by way of the
beautifull Remhoogte Pass. Coming out of the mountains we reach
open plains and from here it is only a short distance to our next
stop, the tiny town of Solitaire. We will stop here for some refreshments
before continuing on through desert scenery
We cross some open grass savannah and farmlands before the terrain
begins to give way to the immense red sand dune desert of the Namib.
We aim to arrive at our camp during the late afternoon and watch
the colours glow and change on distant mountains to the east.
Day 2
A pre dawn start is essential this morning as we want to catch the
soft light of the sunrise on the desert as we drive in. After passing
through Sesriem, the gateway to the dunes, we drive into the heart
of the dune field.
To reach Sossusvlei itself we walk for the last 5 km through the
dunes. The walk is like nothing else, in the cool of the morning,
with soft sunlight just beginning to play over the dunes creating
a sharp light and shadow contrast across the whole desert. Ancient
mineral pans, stunted camel horn trees and the chance of seeing
a gemsbok or maybe an ostrich make the photo opportunities perfect.
We spend the morning in and around Sossusvlei, also visiting “dune
45”, and as the day wears on we return to Sesriem for lunch
and to escape the heat of the afternoon. As the day cools off in
the late afternoon we will take a short excursion to the Sesriem
Canyon.
Day 3
After breakfast we begin our journey, over the mountains and along
scenic roads, back to Windhoek. We will travel back by different
roads, this time climbing up to Windhoek and travelling by way of
the massive Gamsberg Pass in the Khomas Hochland Mountain Range
on our way back to civilization.
We are due back into the city around 16:00 and you will be dropped
off at your accommodation on our return. This night’s accommodation
is included in the price of the safari but dinner tonight will be
for the client’s own account in a local restaurant.
Day 4
You will be collected from your accommodation between 08:30 &
09:00. We will travel north, stopping at small towns along the way
including Okahandja, where we have time to visit Namibia’s
largest wood carving market. The market is operated on a local co-operative
basis and is one of the best places to shop for truly Namibian souvenirs.
Continuing north, passing through farmland, we aim to arrive at
Okonjima during the middle afternoon, giving us time to set up our
camp and to relax in the shade for a while before heading out on
to the property to take part in the afternoon’s activities.
Okonjima is the home of the Africat Foundation, a specialist conservation
concern that centres its operations around the African Big Cats,
particularly cheetah. This afternoon you will be taken on a tour
during which you will be able to meet, close-up-and-personal, some
of the cheetah that are going through the Africat rehabilitation
programme.
Most of the animals currently living at Okonjima have been rescued
from various desperate situations, being orphaned or caught in a
trap, and the aim of rehabilitation process is to attempt to re-introduce
them into the wild.
After our educational tour we will return our accommodation and
prepare for dinner under the African stars.
Day 5
An early start and continuing north we pass through some small towns,
making short stops for fresh supplies and fuel. Our first main port
of call today is the mysterious Lake Otjikoto.
Otjikoto is in fact Namibia's largest permanent natural lake and
we take time here to rest a little and learn something about the
history of this unusual landmark.
Continuing on to Namutoni camp in Etosha National Park we again
aim to arrive in time for lunch, giving us time to relax before
heading out into the park during the cool of the late afternoon
for our first game drive.
After your evening meal there are still more chances to see Etosha's
big game at Namutoni's floodlit waterhole. Situated on the boundary
of Namutoni and easily reachable on foot, elephants are regular
Day 6
A full day's game driving. We again leave early to enjoy the cool
morning air as we game drive our way through Etosha to Halali camp,
situated in the middle of the park. Along the way we visit several
waterholes and are afforded splendid views of the massive Etosha
Pan. The game viewing is usually excellent and we have the chance
to tick off a few new species that are not normally seen on the
Namutoni side of the park.
We stop at Halali for a rest and a leisurely lunch. There is time
to visit the Halali waterhole and to make use of the swimming pool
and bar facilities before continuing on our way and game driving
down to Okaukuejo.
Okaukuejo is famous for its waterhole, which has been described
as one of the "best game viewing opportunities in Southern
Africa". Situated on the doorstep of our accommodation, black
rhino, elephant, lion and numerous species of antelope are usually
seen.
Day 7
A full day's game driving. We again leave early to enjoy the cool
morning air as we game drive our way through Etosha to Halali camp,
situated in the middle of the park. Along the way we visit several
waterholes and are afforded splendid views of the massive Etosha
Pan. The game viewing is usually excellent and we have the chance
to tick off a few new species that are not normally seen on the
Namutoni side of the park.
We stop at Halali for a rest and a leisurely lunch. There is time
to visit the Halali waterhole and to make use of the swimming pool
and bar facilities before continuing on our way and game driving
down to Okaukuejo.
Okaukuejo is famous for its waterhole, which has been described
as one of the "best game viewing opportunities in Southern
Africa". Situated on the doorstep of our accommodation, black
rhino, elephant, lion and numerous species of antelope are usually
seen.
Day 8
Today we head into one of the most beautiful desert regions in Namibia,
Damaraland. We drive south to the capital of this region, the small
town of Khorixas, and then take a detour to the west, travelling
via the Petrified Forest geological site, to visit the ancient Bushman
rock engravings at Twyfelfontien. At both these locations we will
have local guides to conduct us on a short guided tour.
From here we head deeper into the desert to Namibia’s highest
mountain, The Brandberg, (2573 m). Brandberg Mountain is an ancient
Bushman spiritual site and tonight we will sleep under the shadow
of this giant granite monolith.
Day 9 Brandberg Mountain – Swakopmund, Skeleton Coast
(250 km) (BL) (chalet accommodation)
Starting early to enjoy the cool of the morning we will hike, “into”
the mountain with our guide to see the world famous “White
Lady” rock painting. Attributed to the Bushman artists, the
white lady panel is believed by some to be in excess of 20 000 years
old.
Back on the road for more beautiful Damaraland scenery. We make
our first stop in the small town of Uis, an old mining town, and
one of the best places to buy semi-precious stones, for which Namibia
is famous. Here, rough Amethyst, Tourmaline etc can be found at
bargain prices.
From here we turn directly west and cross the “gravel plains”
on our way to the Atlantic Ocean and the Skeleton Coast. Meeting
the ocean at Henties Bay, we first head north along the coast to
visit the seal colony at Cape Cross. Here at certain times of the
year there can be as many as 100,000 Cape Fur seals in attendance.
The next destination is Swakopmund, following the Skeleton Coast
into Namibia's premier seaside town. We aim to arrive in the late
afternoon giving us time to explore the town on foot before sunset.
Tonight we take the chance to sample one of the excellent restaurants.
The seafood in Swakopmund is superb. Your guide will offer to organise
a group meal in a local restaurant for this evening. Participation
is recommended but by no means required.
Dinner this evening in not included in the price
Day 10
The drive back to Windhoek today will take about 4 and a half hours.
We will only depart after lunch,
giving us time to spend the morning relaxing in Swakopmund. Swakopmund
is a very pleasant seaside town with lots of shops, a good stretch
of beach (although the Atlantic here is quite cold) and an open-air
curio market. There is also a very good museum and the Namibian
National Marine Aquarium is located in Swakopmund.
Alternatively, there are various optional activities that can be
arranged. These include aeroplane and microlight flights over the
desert, scenic drives, fishing trips (both from the beach or in
a boat), four-wheel motorcycle (quad bike) trips into the desert
and over the sand dunes around Swakopmund, sand boarding trips (also
in the dunes), skydiving, surfing, bird-watching and many other
activities are available. Your tour guide will discuss all the possible
options with you before you reach Swakopmund and will offer to make
bookings in advance of your arrival. (N.B. All extra activities
and excursions in Swakopmund are subject to availability and are
made at the clients’ own risk and expense).
We are due back into the city around 16:00 and you will be dropped
off at your accommodation on our return. Tonight the accommodation
is not included in the price of the safari.
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