Namibia: Deserts, Captivating Landscapes, Wild Animals

 
This tour will take you far from the tourist hordes, enabling you to experience the superlatives of the highest dunes and the oldest desert in the world. The hostile Skeleton Coast, home to wild horses and primeval plants, is one of the last animal paradises on earth.   10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1   18 days
USD 4,319.001
EUR 3,167.00

Recommended
travel period:
February – November


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1st day: Mariental

Arrival at the airport.    
 
Rental car pick-up
Type: Kia Sportage 2x4 or Similar
Pick-up location: Windhoek, Airport

   
Duration of rental:
18 days
 
to the Kalahari
Distance: 300km Time: 4:00h

   
 
Austrian hospitality in the Kalahari
Austrian hospitality in the Kalahari

Accommodation: Anib Kalahari Lodge
In the midst of the red dunes of the Kalahari in eastern Namibia, Anib Kalahari Lodge rises like a plush green oasis: the restaurant and chalets are arranged around a shaded courtyard with a large swimming pool. Located close to Mariental, the lodge makes for an ideal stopover on the way south. Join a 4x4 drive through Gondwana Kalahari Park at sunrise or around sunset, spend time watching vultures and marabou storks at the feeding place for carrion birds, or explore the Kalahari on foot by following one of our hiking trails.
   
1 night
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Kalahari  more info »
 

2nd day: Fish River Canyon

 
the dry south of Namibia
Distance: 400km Time: 5:00h

   
 
The main Lodge
The main Lodge

Accommodation: Canon Village
The Cañon Village, built in a Cape Dutch Cottage style, fits snugly into mountainous surroundings to offer a bird's eye view of the splendid Gondwana Cañon Park. It affords easy access to the Fish River Canyon, which is only 20 km away.

The Cañon Village consists of 28 comfortably appointed bungalows, each with en-suite facilities and thatched roof. The Cañon Village has a fully equipped restaurant with a magnificent view of the granite boulders that throw deep shadows over the vast Canyon landscape. A swimming pool with generous lapa provides much relief to sun-drenched visitors.

The works of Namibian artists on the walls of the restaurant and bungalows afford guests a glance into the lifestyle and culture of the early inhabitants of this area - the Bondelswart-Nama.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Fish River Canyon  more info »
 

4th day: Lüderitz

 
towards Luderitz
Distance: 350km Time: 4:30h

   
 
Accommodation with a difference
Accommodation with a difference

Accommodation: Klein Aus Vista
The Huib plateau reaches out of the Namib Desert to form small peaks above the surrounding landscape. Rooms are built into these mountainous outcrops similar to those of the stone ages, almost like eagles' nests.
Excursions to Lüderitz can be undertaken from here. The owners have exclusive rights to the southern part of the Namib Naukluft Park and carry out excursions with 4x4 vehicles to view the wild horses, roaming here since 100 years ago. Walks can be undertaken to view the surrounding region from the Lodge.
Please refuel: in Aus
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Lüderitz  more info »
 

6th day: Namib Rand Nature Reserve

 
Namib Rand Nature Park
Distance: 300km Time: 5:00h

   
 
Dunes! Dunes! Dunes!
Dunes! Dunes! Dunes!

Accommodation: Wolwedans Dune Lodge
A visit to Wolwedans (dance of a wolf) affords you an unforgettable desert experience. The luxury camp lies completely isolated within the private reserve and provides the opportunity to be one with the desert. No other lodge offers such possibilities to understand the sensitive ecological connections of the desert. Small group tours into the desert are provided for guests, assuring personal attention.
Please re-fuel: in Aus, Maltahöhe or Sesriem
   
2 nights
All Meals with activities



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  Namib Rand Nature Reserve  more info »
 

8th day: Sossusvlei-Sesriem

 
Red dunes and dusty roads
Distance: 120km Time: 2:00h

   
 
The chalets
The chalets




Accommodation: A little Sossus Lodge
A Little Sossus Lodge lies 35km southeast of Sesriem. It is surrounded by the Nubib, Tsaris and Naukluft mountains with views of the distant dunes in the west. In this exquisite location, you will be accommodated in simple but stylish stone chalets, built from the local occurring rock. The interiors of the chalets are luxuriously furnished and offer an en-suite bathroom. The main area of the lodge is an old farmhouse converted into a homely meeting place where you will experience a friendly and welcoming ambience. All areas are open plan inviting guests to wander around freely. On the well sheltered verandah you can enjoy your breakfast, lunch and dinner. The cozy lounge is decorated with ethnic African décor and comfortable leather sofas. Satellite TV is available as well as internet and fax/phone facilities. A swimming pool is available to guests. Scrumptious African cuisines with fresh produce from their own gardens are prepared for the guests.
Activities include Sundowner drives, Self-guided walks, tranquil relaxation, and in the immediate area Sossusvlei excursions, Ballooning, 4x4 trails in the Naukluft.

 
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Sossusvlei  more info »
 

10th day: Swakopmund

 
from the desert to the coast
Distance: 330km Time: 6:30h

   
 
Spacious garden and friendly service
Spacious garden and friendly service

Accommodation: A Swiss guesthouse
This guesthouse, which has won several awards, offers a mixture of Swiss hotel tradition and Namibian hospitality. The inn offers a great view over the pleasant little town to the Atlantic sea. Guests can relax in the sitting room with its small library. Day trips to Pelican Point, Bird Island or Cape Cross can be arranged from Swakopmund. Fun activities on the sand dunes are also available.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Swakopmund  more info »
 

12th day: Omaruru

 
Erongo Mountains and Omaruru
Distance: 220km Time: 3:00h

   
 
blending into the surroundings
blending into the surroundings

Accommodation: Erongo Wilderness Lodge
Ten luxury tents, built on stilts and protected by thatch roofs, are carefully fitted into the rocky landscape at the foot of the Erongo mountains. Every tent has an en-suite bath and they are so far apart that you might imagine being alone in the wilderness. The lodge is ideally situated for exploring the Erongo mountains. The swimming pool is embedded amongst the granite rocks.
Please re-fuel: at Omaruru
   
1 night
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
 
  Omaruru  more info »
 

13th day: Twyfelfontein

 
Place of the San People
Distance: 305km Time: 5:00h

   
 
little huts serve as accommodation
little huts serve as accommodation

Accommodation: Mowani Mountain Camp
Surrounded by bizarre rocks Mowani lies on a hill near the rock engravings of Twyfelfontein. Game tours are offered, where rare desert elephants and rhinos can be seen. Guests are accommodated comfortably and close to nature in thatched desert igloos. A swimming pool and a restaurant are available.
   
2 nights
DBB & guided walk



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15th day: Etosha Park-Süd

 
Age-old animal sanctuary
Distance: 340 km Travel time: 4:15 h
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Accommodation: Okaukuejo Camp
Okaukuejo is located at the southern entrance to the park. It is the best and quietest of all the Etosha camps. A waterhole in close proximity to the camp attracts game, especially in the winter months. Game can be viewed during the night as permanent floodlights illuminate the waterhole. The camp has a Restaurant.
   
2 nights
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
 
  Etosha National Park  more info »
 

17th day: Windhoek

 
Namibia's Capital
Distance: 410km Time: 4:30h

   
 
Hotel Heinitzburg - a Relais et Chateaux Hotel
Hotel Heinitzburg - a Relais et Chateaux Hotel

Accommodation: A fort overlooking Windhoek
Built in 1914, the fort was commissioned by Count Schwerin for his wife to be, Margarethe von Heinitz. Today the fort is a hotel with a beautiful view of Windhoek. Only a two minute drive from the centre of the city, it offers a combination of 19th century charm and modern comforts.
In 1996 a new wing was added in the same style as the old fort with 16 beautiful en-suite rooms. The rooms are comfortable and luxurious with 4-poster beds, Italian ceramic tiles and hand-made furniture. The kitchen is renowned for its excellent cuisine. Guests can be met at the airport on request.
   
1 night
Bed & Breakfast



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  Windhoek  more info »
 

18th day: Windhoek

 
Rental car drop-off
Drop-off location: Windhoek, Airport

   
 
 

Additional services

 
Climate Compensation
For more information our project, please refer to our website:
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Rental car: AVIS (Namibia)

 

Type: Kia Sportage 2x4 or Similar (Group K)

Accessories: Manual transmission, radio/CD, air-conditioning, power steering, airbags
Capacity: 4 persons, 3 medium bags

Maximum excess: 0.00 N$ (Premium Cover)
   
AVIS
 
 
 

Cost of this tour

 
    The price is per person based on two persons sharing a double room and includes accommodations (meals included as stated above) and rental car.

USD 4,319.001
EUR 3,167.00


Should you want to revise this itinerary, we can change any of the following items: the route, the number of persons travelling, the time schedule, the standard of accommodation and the type of vehicle, according to your wishes.

The tour can begin on any date desired.
Recommended travel period: February – November

Upon booking this tour you will receive:
the names, addresses and telephone numbers
for each accommodation
detailed directions to each accommodation
vouchers

Sonja HinzeIf you have any questions, would like to request changes or book this tour, please call your personal consultant Sonja Hinze on +27 (0)32 / 5254 120 or submit an enquiry via the Internet:
 


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Recommended
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