12 Days
- Namibian Experience NACW
Accommodated
Cape Town to Windhoek
Rate till
31 Dec 2011 R
14,750 pp Single Supp.R 1,510
Rate till 31 Dec 2012 R 14,950 pp Activity Package R 860 pp Single Supp R
1,190
This tour represents the best of
Namibia and contains the main highlights. Fascinating cultural interaction
is a core part of the tour as we visit the Himba and Bushman. Game viewing
abounds in Etosha NP, adventure is on-tap in Swakopmund and everyone is impressed
by the towering dunes of Sossusvlei.
Day 1 South Africa – Cederberg Mountain Region
Two per room L,D
We depart Cape Town heading north for the spectacular Cederberg mountain region.
On this first afternoon we spend some time learning about tour-life, the vehicle
and equipment.
Day 2 Namibia - Namaqualand Gariep River
Two per room B,L,D
We travel north through Namaqualand and head for the Gariep River. The evening
is spent sitting around the campfire getting to know one another.
Day 3 Gariep River - Ai-Ais
Two per room B,L,D
In the morning we have the opportunity to experience the Gariep River by canoe.
Choose between a relaxing morning on the riverbank or the half-day canoe adventure.
After lunch we travel north to the Ai-Ais Hot Springs. Optional Activities:
Half-Day Canoe Adventure.
Day 4 Fish River Canyon - Kokerboom Forest
Two per room B,L,D
After an early breakfast our journey takes us to the mighty Fish River Canyon.
After visiting the canyon we travel further inland to the Kalahari area of Namibia.
On the way we will visit the Kokerboom Forest.
Day 5 Bushmen Community - Namib Naukluft Park
Two per permanent tent B,L,D
This morning those who wish to spend some time with the !Kung tribe will have
the chance to do so. This activity is a local community project and all fees
are payable directly to the community. Later we drive west towards the massive
dunes of Sossusvlei.
Optional Activities: African Tribal
interaction.
Day 6 Namib Naukluft National Park
Two per permanent tent B,L,D
Taking advantage of the cooler temperatures we depart at dawn and drive into
the Namib-Naukluft National Park where we will hike up Dune 45 to gain a different
perspective of the desert. After this you have the option a guided hike with
fellow group members into Sossusvlei.
Optional Activities: Guided walk
with Local Expert .
Day 7/8 Swakopmund
Two per room B,L,D (D day 8 only)
A dramatic drive through the arid Namib-Naukluft, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn
sees us arrive at Walvis Bay. We stop to view the flamingos before we head towards
the seaside resort town of Swakopmund. Here we will be briefed on the many
optional activities available for the following day.
Day 8 is left free for each individual to pursue their own interests including
many adventure activities.
Optional Activities: Quadbiking,
Sandboarding, Sky Diving, Scenic Flights, Fishing etc.
Day 9 Himba Tribe
Two per room B,L,D
Heading inland again we drive north towards Kamanjab where we will meet with
some of the local people of the area. The Himba are easily recognizable by their
unique style of dress. Encountering a totally different way of life is a moving
experience for many people.
Day 10/11 Etosha National Park
Two per room B,L,D
An early rise sees us on our way to Etosha National Park and some of most unique
game viewing experiences in Africa. We spend our days visiting the abundant
water holes for some excellent game photography. After our evening meal we relax
at some of the finest floodlit waterholes in the world. Occasionally it is not
possible to stay inside the park at night, in which case we overnight at a local
guest farm.
Day 12 Windhoek
Tour Ends, Own Arrangements B,L
After an early morning game drive we set off for Windhoek, the capital of Namibia.
On the way we will stop at a local craft market for some shopping. In the
evening the group will go out for dinner at one of Windhoek’s excellent restaurants,
a great opportunity to farewell new friends.
Optional Activities: Dinner at Joe’s
Beer House, Township Excursion.
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Departs
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17-Aug-2011
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28-Aug-2011
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24-Aug-2011
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04-Sep-2011
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31-Aug-2011
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