Exploring Namibia
Day 1 Evening flight from Heathrow.
Day 2 Morning arrival at Johannesburg for connecting flight
to Windhoek. Transfer to the Windhoek Hotel & Country Club. (B)
Day 3 Depart from your hotel and travel south
via Rehoboth into the
Kalahari desert. Overnight at Auob Lodge. Sunset scenic drive by
open vehicle.(BD)
Day 4 Through the Kalahari and visit theQuiver tree forest
near Keetmanshoop. Continue via Naute Dam to viewing points on the
northern fringes of the mighty Fish River Canyon. Overnight at Canon
Village. (BD)
Day 5 Drive to Aus and
then across the Namib Desert. Enjoy spectacular scenery of the Aus
Mountains on an unguided walk. Optional scenic sundowner drive in
the afternoon. Stay at Desert Horse Inn. (BD)
Day 6 See the ever changing vistas of thedesert
landscape when driving along the most beautiful district road in
Namibia (road conditions permitting). Arrive at Hammerstein Rest
Camp in the afternoon with time to relax at the lodge. (DBB)
Day 7 An early start to
Sossusvlei where 4x4 vehicles are used into the heart of the desert.
Climb into the gorge of Sesriem Canyon before travelling past the
impressive Naukluft Mountains to the
overnight lodge. (BD)
Day 8 Drive through the
Kuiseb Canyon and continue to the coast town of Walvis Bay. In the
afternoon visit the lagoon to view seabirds. On to Swakopmund where
3 nights are spent – usually at
the Hansa Hotel. (DBB)
Days 9 & 10 At leisure for local sightseeing – numerous
optional tours available or just relaxing.
Day 11 Early morning start for the journey up the coast to
Henties Bay. Then inland to Twyfelfontein and visit the Organ Pipes
en route to Grootberg Lodge in Damaraland for 2 nights. (BD + picnic
lunch)
Day 12 Morning scenic drive to view the
stunning rocky scenery. Return to the lodge for lunch and in the
afternoon enjoy a guided walk where you are shown the rich flora and
fauna of the area. (BLD)
13 Day Visit a Himba village near Amanjab and learn about the
culture and tradition of this half-nomadic people. Continue via
Outjo to Otjibamba Lodge for overnight. (BD)
Day 14 Join a local
guide on a morning walk through the game park surrounding your
lodge. In the afternoon drive back to Windhoek with a stop en route
at the handicraft market in Okahandja. Overnight at the Windhoek
Hotel & Country Club. (B)
Day 15 Afternoon flight to Johannesburg for the evening
flight to London.
Day 16 Arrive Heathrow early morning.
On Day 14 it is possible to take a safari extension to Etosha
National Park. Two nights are spent at a privately owned lodge
followed by one night at a Rest Camp within the Park. Return to
Windhoek on Day 17, arriving London on Day 19.
Note: The lodges mentioned are those normally used but can
be changed due to availability.
SAMPLE ACCOMMODATION
WINDHOEK HOTEL &COUNTRY CLUB
The hotel is about 10 minutes drive from the city centre. It has 152
well appointed bedrooms and suites, spacious public rooms, an
excellent restaurant, a casino and extensive gardens with a swimming
pool and water features. Alongside is a championship golf course.
HANSA HOTEL
Being one of Swakopmund’s oldest buildings the hotel forms part of
the town’s architectural heritage. It is renowned for its cuisine
and
beautiful furnished rooms. Throughout there is an air of elegance
and charm. It is situated in the town centre about 5 minutes walk
from the sea front esplanade.
GROOTBERG LODGE
Perched on Grootberg Plateau, the lodge has stunning views over the
Klip River Valley. It is surrounded by 1200 hectares of pristine
wilderness, home to a myriad of animals, large and small, and
exceptional birdlife including the Black Eagle. Facilities include a
restaurant, bar and swimming pool.
Departures: Weekly on Thursdays with South
African Airways, Virgin Atlantic or British Airways via Johannesburg.
Note: Superior accommodation
with dinner on most nights is possible
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