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12 Day Namibia in Depth Camping Safari

StartWindhoek (Namibia)
EndWindhoek (Namibia)
Duration: 12 Days
Style of Tour :
From
ZAR 39600.00AUD 3,105.88CAD 2,808.51EURO 1,913.97GBP 1,802.46USD 2,100.80

A fantastic camping adventure for those wanting to explore the major attractions of Namibia. Climb a sand dune, experience a sunrise over the desert, interact with the Himba tribe, and take in the wildlife at a floodlit waterhole in Etosha. Enjoy some adventure sports in Swakopmund. A tour of contrasts.

Countries visitingNamibia
Trip ID:DTCH12
Accommodation on tour:Camping

Highlights

  • Africat Foundation
  • Etosha National Park
  • Himba Tribe
  • Swakopmund
  • Namib Desert
  • Sossusvlei
  • Sesriem Canyon
  • Skeleton Coast
  • Swakopmund
  • Klein Aus
  • The Ghost town of Kolmanskop
  • Diaz Point
  • Fish river Canyon
  • Quiver Tree Forest
  • Windhoek

Below is the basic day to day brief.

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Day 1: Windhoek - Okonjima/Africat
Today we leave Windhoek and visit Okahandja, Namibia's biggest wood carving market which gives us the time to shop for souvenirs. Mid afternoon we arrive at Okonjima where we set up camp. Later we go to the Africat Foundation where we can view the majestic African cats, especially cheetah. Most of the animals here has been rescued from devastating circumstances, including being orphaned or trapped and the rehabilitation center helps these animals to be released back in to the wild, where they belong. Tonight we have dinner prepared over an open fire

Accommodation:  Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals:  Lunch and Dinner


Day 2: Okaukuejo Campsite, Etosha National Park
We leave camp after breakfast, make a stop to gather supplies and then make our way to Etosha National Park. as we enter the park we start searching for wildlife such as elephant, rhino and giraffe. We set up camp, have a scrumptious lunch and then take a thrilling game drive from waterhole to waterhole. we may see predators coming down for a drink. We make our way back to camp where we can visit an excellent floodlit waterhole where rhino and other wildlife are usual visitors.

Accommodation: Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 3: Okaukuejo Campsite, Etosha National Park
This morning we are up early for a whole day's game viewing. We stop at various waterholes for stunning scenery of the the huge Etosha Pan. Lunchtime we stop at Halali for a relaxing lunch where we can swim and enjoy the bar facilities. After that we travel to Okaukuejo where we can see "the best game viewing opportunities in Southern Africa". Some of the game that we can see is the black rhino, elephant, lion and many more.

Accommodation:  Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 4: Palmwag Campsite, Kunene Region
Today we leave Etosha and travel to the little Himba Village of Otjikandero. Here we have a truly cultural experience of old traditions as these tribes have migrated here. As they roam the area the visit may be in different places on each tour. We stop briefly in Kamanjab. Then we make our way to the Palmwag Campsite where we watch the sun set over the beautiful Namibian landscape. Our dinner is cooked over an open fire.

Accommodation: Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 5: Cape Cross Campsite, Skeleton Coast
Today we travel in through the renowned Skeleton Coast National Park with its fascinating landscape., sand sea and shipwrecks. as we exit the park we stop to see the iconic skull and cross bones gate. In the afternoon we reach Cape Cross where we set up camp and have a chance to stroll on the beach around sunset. Dinner is prepared over the open fire.

Accommodation: Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 6: Swakopmund
We enjoy a delicious breakfast and take a walk to the Cape Cross Reserve to way visit a seal colony. We then travel to Swakopmund stopping off at a shipwreck along the way. We explore Swakopmund and have dinner at one of the many restaurants on our own leisure.

Accommodation:  Twin share rooms with en-suite bathroom
Meals:  Breakfast


Day 7: Sesriem Oshana Campsite, Sesriem
Today we leave Swakopmund at 11h15. we drive through the majestic Namib desert via the Kuiseb pass. We cross the tropic of Capricorn and make a brief stop at the quaint little town of solitaire. around late afternoon we arrive at our camp, set up our tents and watch the sunset over the desert. there is a pool and bar to enjoy and dinner is lovingly prepared by our guide. An early night is recommended.

Accommodation: Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 8: Sesriem Oshana Campsite, Sesriem
We leave our camp before dawn as we enjoy the first light over the desert. We drive down ancient landscapes towards Dune 45 where we have the chance to climb this magnificent natural wonder. We have a delicious breakfast and make our way to Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei. we return to Sesriem for lunch and a dip in the pool. Mid-afternoon we visit Sesriem canyon and Elim's dune for a sunset walk. 

Accommodation: Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 9 & 10: Klein Aus Vista Campsite, Namib Desert
This morning we pack up camp, enjoy breakfast and head for Klein Aus which we reach in the early afternoon. We have the option to do a short unguided hiking trail. Dinner is prepared over the open fire. the following day we visit the ghost town of Kolmanskop. we then head for Luderitz with its colourful colonial style architecture. We enjoy a picnic lunch at Diaz cross where we may see the wild horses that roam in this beautiful region. We arrive at camp in the late afternoon and have a chance to unwind before dinner.

Accommodation:  Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 11: Quiver Tree Forest, Keetmanshoop
This morning we have an early start and travel to Fish river Canyon. after lunch we visit Quiver Tree Forest. Our last night in the wilderness is pent camping under the stars with some unbelievable photo opportunities.

Accommodation:  Camping in tents on a twin share basis
Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 12: Windhoek - End of the Safari
This morning we have breakfast and travel over the mountains and past the beautiful scenery to Windhoek where we arrive in the late afternoon/early evening and where our tour of a lifetime ends.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch


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Note: Itineraries do change, please speak to your consultant for the latest up to date itinerary for your travel period.

Approx. tour cost in
ZAR 39600.00AUD 3,105.88CAD 2,808.51EURO 1,913.97GBP 1,802.46USD 2,100.80

From 1 April 2024

 ZAR 46,600AUD 3.61CAD 3.26EURO 2.22GBP 2.09USD 2.44

Tour Price (departures BEFORE 31 March 2024)

ZAR 39,600 per person sharing
ZAR 3,600 optional single supplement

Tour Price (departures AFTER 1 April 2024)

ZAR 46,600 per adult sharing
ZAR 3,600 optional single supplement
ZAR 43,100 per child between 5 and 11 yrs

  • All transport
  • Fantastic Namibian Adventure
  • All accommodation
  • Park entrance fees
  • Meals provided as per itinerary
  • Experienced guides
  • Activities as specified in itinerary
  • Visas & travel insurance
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Beverages & snacks
  • Tips and souvenirs
  • Please bring swim wear and pool towels
This tour has a duration of: 12 Days

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