Namibian Adventure - Overland Trip
2 weeks: Windhoek to Windhoek (IMT-KTNA)
Intro
We’ll travel to Sossusvlei, where enormous red dunes stretch as far as the eye can see, and visit the charming town of Swakopmund on the coast, famed for its birdlife. Travelling north we head for the stark landscape of Kaokoland, where we’ll meet the Himba people and stop at a cheetah sanctuary before continuing to Etosha National Park, where we’ll spend two days watching the wildlife. After a visit to a San Bushman village where we learn about their customs and traditions we head back to the capital of Namibia, Windhoek.Fully Escorted:
By 2 crew (driver / tour leader)Transport:
Fully equiped safari vehicle or mini bus depending on group size, 4WD vehicleActivities:
Game drives, dune climb, optional activities in SwakopmundAccommodation:
7 nights camping, 1 night tented camp, 6 nights in tourist class hotels or lodgesMeals:
As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-DinnerEntrance Fees:
Included for all sites listed as part of the itineraryItineraries
Day 1,WINDHOEKArrival day.
Day 2 to Day 3,NAMIB DESERTWe depart Windhoek and travel into the famous Namib Desert, one of the world's oldest deserts. We climb the famous 'Dune 45' and visit the beautiful area of Sossusvlei, where there are stunning photographic opportunities. We also have the option of a guided walk and stop off at Sesriem Canyon. (Day 2 – BLD, Day 3 - BL)
Day 4 to Day 5,SWAKOPMUNDWe leave the dune fields behind and head back into the mountain desert on our way to Swakopmund. Reaching the massive coastal sand dunes at Walvis Bay, we stop to see the large colony of flamingoes (when in season) in the lagoon before arriving at Swakopmund. On Day 5 we have a full free day to take part in any of the many optional activities available here. (Day 4 – BL, Day 5 – B)
Day 6,TWYFELFONTEINDrive to Twyfelfontein, the largest collection of San Bushman rock art in Africa. We have time to explore the unusual rock formations of the Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain. (BLD)
Day 7 to Day 8,KAOKOLANDWe cross the mountains into the far northern region of Kaokoland, the home of the Himba, who arrived in Namibia as late as the 1920s and continued their existence almost unchanged in the far northern regions until late into the 20th century. Today many of them still follow traditional customs and adhere to traditional forms of dress. We will spend our time at two sites, Sesfontein and Opuwo, and on Day 8 we visit a Himba village, asking permission to enter and offering gifts of food for the whole community to show appreciation for the hospitality we hope to receive. We may also, if we're lucky, catch a glimpse of the rare desert elephant. (Day 7 - BLD, Day 8 BL)
Day 9,CHEETAH SANCTUARYWe travel to Otjiwarongo to visit a cheetah sanctuary, where we will have the chance to get close to the fastest land mammal on earth - an exhilarating experience. (BLD)
Day 10 to Day 11,ETOSHA NATIONAL PARKDrive to Etosha, Namibia's premier National Park. We spend our time here on game drives, visiting some of the numerous waterholes in the area hoping to catch some of Etosha's big game including elephant, lion, cheetah and various species of antelope. We visit different areas of the park, to give ourselves the best chance of seeing different game species. (Day 10 - BLD, Day 11 - BL)
Day 12 to Day 13,GROOTFONTEINDrive to a San Bushman village near Grootfontein where we have the opportunity to meet these fascinating people and learn about their customs and traditions. Spending time with this unique community is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the trip. (BLD)
Day 14,WATERBERG PLATEAUThe Waterberg Plateau National Park is a beautiful area with spectacular rock formations and home to endangered species. We have the option of taking game drives or walks in the area. (BL)
Day 15,WINDHOEKWe head back to Windhoek, arriving in the afternoon where the tour ends upon arrival. (B)
Last updated: 20th November 2008
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