The land of unrelenting sun, where the ground seems to beg the heavens for rain,
and the landscapes stretch uninterrupted for hundreds of kilometres on end.
Deserts where one gazes in wonder and amazement at the animals and plants that
survives in this harsh environment. This tour covers all of the highlights of
central and northern Namibia, but also concentrates on "off the beaten track"
routes and attractions. Flexibility, a willingness to participate and an
awareness of the elements are essential in order to get the most out of this
tour.
DAY
1: WINDHOEK – NAMIB
Setting off from the capital, Windhoek at
09h00, we travel south to Rehoboth, and then into the true Namib to the
DRIFTERS DESERT CAMP adjoining the Namibrand Nature Reserve. Here we camp
alone in the wilderness with only the desert landscapes, rocky mountains and
towering dunes to keep us company. The sunset over the desert is a sight to
behold. We enjoy a traditional meal under the clear night skies before
falling asleep to the sounds of the wild.
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DAY
2: Namib Desert
Awake to desert vistas that extend further than the eye can see. The
DRIFTERS DESERT CAMP is nestled against a towering rock outcrop within a
protected wilderness that DRIFTERS has conserved, and restored and ont which
game has been re-introduced with the proceeds of tourism. During our stay
here, we will conduct extensive guided walks and game drives both during
the day and at night in order to better understand the desert fauna and
flora.
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DAY
3: SOUSSUSVLEI
After a short morning walk we pack up and
continue through the desert to the Sesriem Canyon and the awesome
Soussusvlei dunes. We will transfer into the dunes by
4 x 4 and will spend time climbing these
spectacular dunes before moving on to camp wild in the desert.
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DAY
4 - 5: SWAKOPMUND
Crossing through the Namib
Naukluft Park, we visit the dramatic Lunar Landscape, and the ancient
Welwitschia plants, before making for the coastal town of Swakopmund where
we spend two nights in the centrally located, comfortable DRIFTERS
SWAKOPMUND INN. We explore this holiday town and its surrounds thoroughly,
and enjoy one evening meal at a local nightspot
(own expense). Clients will have the opportunity to partake in Quad Biking,
Sand Boarding and Sky diving whilst here (own expense).
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DAY 6: SKELETON COAST – SPITSKOP
Today we head up the barren Skeleton Coast,
scene of many a shipwreck, to the Cape Cross-Seal Colony where thousands of
Cape Fur Seals can be seen ashore. Venturing inland, our next stop is at the
impressive Spitskop where we will camp wild amongst the boulders at the base
of this unusual granitic outcrop. We hope to see the endemic colorful
Lovebirds during our stay here.
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DAY 7: TWYFELFONTEIN – PALMWAG
A long day, we move on to visit the Organ
Pipes and the bushman Rock Engravings at Twyfelfontein before entering
Damaraland and crossing the Grootberg to camp the night at the oasis of
Palmwag. Palmwag is one of a few waterholes used by the rare Desert
Elephants, and we hope to see these magnificent animals up close today.
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DAY
8- 9 : EPUPA FALLS
Traveling through the heart of the
Kaokovelt today, we make our way north to the Angolan border where we will
camp for two nights at a community project on the banks of the Cunene river
at the awesome Epupa Falls. During our time here we hope to interact with
the nomadic Himba people, a tribe that live in this inhospitable region and
wander with their livestock in search of grazing. We will also explore the
area surrounding the Falls.
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DAY
10 - 11: ETOSHA NAT. PARK
Entering Etosha National Park today, we
will spend two nights here in search of the big game that this park is so
well known for. One evening will be spent at a floodlit waterhole, watching
the many animals that come down to drink. During these days we will conduct
extensive game drives within the park. One night we will dine at a camp
restaurant (own expense). B L D
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12: ETOSHA– WINDHOEK
This morning we leave the Park to make the
journey back to Windhoek. We expect to arrive back in the capital in the
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DEPARTURES
This tour departs from Windhoek every second Tuesday. Pre- and post- tour
nights can be arranged.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour involves a certain amount of walking, so a small daypack is
advisable. Seasonable Malaria precautions are advisable and are locally
obtainable. During winter the night-time temperatures can fall below zero
and during summer the daytime temperatures can reach the forties, so
be
prepared for this. Most major currencies can be exchanged on arrival in
Windhoek and other centres, but banking hours do apply. Credit cards are
generally accepted.
Our price includes transport, food, coffee, teas, and fruit juice at
breakfast, a professional guide, group equipment, accommodation, permits and
park entry fees. The price does not include alcohol and soft drinks, tips,
curios and optional extras.
