 Classic Namibia Safari, Namibia 11 DaysEtosha – Twyfeltontein – Swakopmund – The Welwitschias – Sesriem – Namib Desert |
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Explore Namibia on a fully serviced ‘classic’ mobile safari in exclusive campsites... A safari crew travelling in a separate vehicle erects the comfortable camp. A professional safari guide travels with the participants. The group size is limited to 8 ensuring personalised attention and utmost comfort. An experienced chef prepares excellent bush cuisine, enjoyed under the stars (or ‘under canvas’). Namibia in style. TOUR CODE: NC DAY 1: WINDHOEK Windhoek, with its novel scenery of German architecture, activities and atmosphere, is a city that can be visited throughout the year. The day is spent at leisure. We are met by our guide at the hotel reception for a briefing at +-18h00 (Dinner own arrangements). The Villa Verdi (or similar). (Accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis). DAY 2/3/4: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK This park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa. The pan itself is a vast shallow depression 139km by 50km. It is a ghostly white lake, dazzling with heat waves and mirages for most of the year. Thousands of wild animals such as blue wildebeest, springbok, kudu, zebra, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion, elephant etc. are attracted to the area. The birdlife is prolific with 326 recorded species. We enjoy early morning and afternoon game drives. Fully serviced mobile safari. (All meals). DAY 5/6: TWYFELFONTEIN Twyfelfontein "Fountain of Doubt" possibly has the most spectacular collection of rock paintings and engravings in Africa. Other attractions include the Petrified Forest, which has a large number of fossilised tree trunks, the Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes. Fully serviced mobile safari. (All meals). DAY 7: SWAKOPMUND Swakopmund, with its German colonial atmosphere, is the principal coastal resort of Namibia. This charming town is surrounded by the Namib Desert and has many buildings and houses dating back to the German colonial era. Hotel Eberwein (or similar). (Accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis). DAY 8: NAMIB DESERT Today we are introduced to the amazing landscapes of Moon Valley and the Welwitschia - an unusual pre-historic plant, which is a dwarf tree flourishing on the moisture of the Atlantic Coast. Its life span is estimated at more than 1.000 years. Our camp in the desert under the bright stars of the southern hemisphere will create a lasting impression. Fully serviced mobile safari. (All meals). DAY 9/10: SESRIEM - NAMIB DESERT Our journey takes us through the Namib Desert, a vast solitary place, harsh and primeval, the oldest desert on earth. The gigantic 275m high red and grey dunes are the highest in the world. This desert is extraordinary with over 200 species of beetles, scorpions, spiders, geckoes, chameleons, crickets, wasps, lizards, moles, sidewinder snakes, snake-eating eagles and jackals. Most of the creatures and plants depend on the mist of the Atlantic Ocean for survival. Fully serviced mobile safari. (All meals). DAY 11: WINDHOEK Arrival in Windhoek during the afternoon. (Breakfast). The itinerary will depend on local conditions. KARIBU GRADING:  Fully Serviced Classic Mobile Safari: A safari team sets up / dismantles the camp & attends to all duties. DAY 1 AT LEISURE IN WDH. START: MEET IN THE FOYER OF THE VILLA VERDI, WINDHOEK AT 18H00. END: VILLA VERDI OR WINDHOEK AIRPORT +-14H00. GROUP SIZE: 2 - 8 PASSENGERS. DEPARTURE GUARANTEED WITH A MINIMUM OF 2 PASSENGERS. |
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