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A Taste of Namibia- upgrade
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A Self-drive tour of Namibia's Highlights, staying in upgraded hotels and lodges. |
Ref: NA01a
16 days
from £2095 (minimum 2 passengers)
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Destination:
Namibia
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Namibia is a country of dramatic and often harsh landscapes. From the impressive Fish River Canyon (the world 's second largest after the Grand Canyon in Arizona) in the south to the biggest sand dunes on earth in the Namib Naukluft desert in the west. The Skeleton Coast is full of reminders of how unforgiving the ocean can be. In the north of the country lies Etosha National Park, offering wonderful game viewing and a contrast in scenery.
Add an interesting mix of colourful cultures, ancient rock paintings, unique plant life and friendly towns and you have a recipe for a truly rewarding vacation. Namibia also has one of the world's lowest population densities, so it is easy to get away from the crowds, and even Windhoek, the largest city and the nation 's capital, has a decidedly "small town" feel.
This self-drive tour of Namibia takes in the main sights and attractions of this diverse country. It stays in 3-4* hotels and lodges throughout, allowing you to safari and sightsee at your own pace. From the game parks of the north to the dunes and canyons of the south, you will witness Namibia’s breath taking natural beauty, as well as meeting the unique cultures and people that live within its borders. Good roads and little traffic make for easy travel. |
Day 1 | Depart London on non stop flight to Johannesberg. | Day 2 | On arrival you transfer to your flight to Windhoek. At the international airport, ayou will be met and receive a driving itinerary, vouchers, welcome Kit and your car. You will then drive the forty minutes to Windhoek and have time for sightseeing and shopping. Stay overnight in Windhoek. | Day 3 | You will travel via Okahandja, Otjiwarongo, and Outjo to Okaukuejo (Etosha National Park). The distance for the day is 450km.You can stop in any of the above-mentioned towns; we will advise a good place for a coffee break. You will arrive at the Etosha Gate in the early afternoon. You can then go on a small game drive on the way to Okaukuejo. After you have checked in at reception the pool provides some refreshment before dinner. After dinner floodlights gives you an opportunity to enjoy the wildlife at the waterhole in Okaukuejo. | Day 4 | On the Etosha map you will find some drives which will give a good chance to see interesting animals and scenery. You should be driving on to Halali (70 km), have lunch here and travel on to Namutoni (70 km). There are many interesting drives in the Park, and the many waterholes offer great chances of seeing wildlife. At the fort Namutoni and its Museum you should stop. You spend two nights in this end of the park. | Day 5 | You spend the day on safari. | Day 6 | Today you will leave the Etosha Park and travel via the Otjikoto Lake to Tsumeb Can (107 km), here you will visit the Museum and enjoy lunch. Via Otavi you travel to Otjiwarongo and further on to the Waterberg Plateau Park. While checking in at reception you have to confirm their morning game drive on the Plateau. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight in one of the best camps in Namibia. The battle of Waterberg saw the defeat of the Hereros, ending their uprising against German Colonial Power in South West Africa on 11th August 1904. You can still see parts of the old Missionary station and some graves from the battle. Total distance you have driven is 352 km. | Day 7 | After a drive on the plateau in an open game drive vehicle, guests can have a snack at the kiosk and leave for Swakopmund via Otjiwarongo, Kalkfeld, Omaruru (Franke Turm, best gardens in Namibia), Karibib and Usakos. After 195 km you will be in Karibib and the Hotel offers a good lunch and some refreshments. After a further 178-km and you reach Swakopmund, so the total distance for the day will be 373 km. After checking in at the Hotel, leave the car on the premises and explore the town on foot. Dinner is always enjoyable at the Tuck, a restaurant at the Jetty. Platform One at the Swakopmund Hotel is an alternative. | Day 8 | Explore Swakopmund and its surrounding area. If you wish to drive, you can go to Cape Cross to see the seals (120 km), Walvis Bay and its beautiful lagoon, the salt factory, flamingos, high sand dunes (90 km), or the Moon Landscape (permit required) (90 km). If you prefer a day on foot, Swakopmund has the best museum in Namibia, lots of good restaurants and coffee shops. | Day 9 | You travel to the Maltahoehe/Sossusvlei area. Go through Rehoboth, the town of the Rehobother Baster, who arrived there from the Karee Mountains in Bushman land in 1870. About 10 km south of Rehoboth cross the tropic of Capricorn and travel on to Mariental. Here you will turn right towards Maltahoehe. | Day 10 | After an early morning breakfast you will travel to Sossusvlei via the Tsarishoogte pass. Enjoy the drive through beautiful landscape and see the red sand dunes of Sossusvlei. Transport is available to get close to the dunes, as this is strictly 4 x4 area. A late lunch could be at the Moevenpick lodge, or take a picnic at the dunes picnic sight. In the afternoon drive back to your hotel. | Day 11 | After breakfast leave for Lüderitz. There are two options: a) direct drive of approximately 380 km on gravel road, or b) via Duwiseb, approximately 440 km, with the chance to have a picnic provided by the hotel. | Day 12 | Around Lüderitz. Kohlmanskuppe is a must, and there is a tour available every day except for Sundays. Trips are available into the Sperrgebiet (Diamond Area, police permit required). Sailing trips in a schooner to Diaz Point and Halifax Island. | Day 13 | After a second night in Lüderitz leave for Keetmanshoop. This area is a traditional Nama Area, very dry and a great challenge to cross. Time permitting, you could stop at Ai Ais and from there travel to Keetmanshoop. | Day 14 | You can spend the day visiting the Fish River Canyon, the Grand Canyon of Namibia. There will be time for a walk and maybe a dip in the hot springs. | Day 15 | On the way back to Windhoek stop at Mariendal for lunch. The bird life is a welcome spectacle in the dry southern Hardap region. Arrive Windhoek in time for your flight home. | Day 16 | Arrive UK |
Accomodation - Click Here for Full Accomodation Information
|  Windhoek Country Club
The hotel boasts the 5* Kokerboom Restaurant and 150 beautifully appointed luxurious standard rooms, equipped with air-conditioning. The resort borders on an 18 hole golf course and has tennis courts and a beautiful swimming pool. more >> |  Etosha Aoba Lodge
Set amongst the tall tamboti trees on a 7,000-hectare private game reserve is the award winning Etosha Aoba lodge, situated 10 km from the world famous Etosha National Park. The lodge has 10 comfortable thatched cottages with en-suite bathrooms, and verandah. A relaxed natural atmosphere can be found in the open-air thatched recreation area and at the swimming pool. Great emphasis is placed on cuisine. more >> |
Departures Between | Price from | 01 Aug 03 - 09 Dec 03
01 Apr 04 - 09 Jul 04 | *£2095 | 01 Jan 04 - 31 Mar 04
01 Aug 04 - 09 Dec 04 | *£2197 | 10 Jul 03 - 31 Jul 03
25 Dec 03 - 31 Dec 03
10 Jul 04 - 31 Jul 04 | *£2290 | | *Prices subject to confirmation |
Price is per person based on two people sharing and includes:
- International flights.
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All accommodation in 3/4* hotels and lodges with breakfast.
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Transfers and Car-hire based on Group B vehicle
Not included: Main meals not mentioned above. Petrol. Personal items. Drinks. Entrance fees.
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A Taste of Namibia- upgrade
A Self-drive tour of Namibia's Highlights, staying in upgraded hotels and lodges.
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