Namibia tailor made safari
| country: | Namibia |
| departures: | Tailormade departures - the best time to go on this trip is May-October |
| price: | From £1450 (6 days) excluding flights. Price includes a fully equipped 4x4 vehicle, 3 meals a day, accommodation, park and entry fees and a fully qualified Namibian Tour Guide |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
the amazing things you'll be doing
Falling in love with Namibia has never been easier than by following the track of this safari. We keep this safari small and personal, with only your guide, you and your family/friends as company. This tailor made safari combines some of the most amazing sights, sounds, emotion, luxury and simplicity that this land has to offer. Enjoy the sights of Waterberg, the wildlife of Etosha and the robust, yet elegant landscapes of Damaraland, for a trip that will most likely, alter the beat of your heart.
Note: The best time to go on this Namibia tailor made safari is between May and October
Note: The best time to go on this Namibia tailor made safari is between May and October
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Windhoek/Waterberg Plateau Park. Your epic Namibian adventure begins when you land at Hosea Kutako International Airport. From here, you’ll be driven through the capital of Namibia, the bustling city of Windhoek. The quaint little town of Okahandja is the last civilization you will see for a while as you travel on to the Waterberg Plateau Park, the chosen destination for the evening. This picturesque setting is ideal for a short hike up the mountain and a memorable start to your true Namibian adventure. From this high vantage point, you can see the magnificent Namibian landscape as it stretches beyond sight to the South and to the East. |
| Day 2: | Otjikoto Lake/Onguma Tented Camp. On the way to Onguma, you’ll stop over for a lunch break at Otjikoto Lake, which forms a giant sinkhole. A relaxing afternoon will be spent at the waterhole of the luxurious Onguma Tented Camp. |
| Day 3: | Etosha National Park/Naua Naua Lodge. An early departure from Onguma takes you to the Etosha National Park. Driving from east to west through the park, you will spot various animals in great numbers. Prepare yourself for a long, yet exciting game drive. During the afternoon, you’ll reach Naua Naua Lodge, famous for its hospitality, cheetahs and sundowners. |
| Day 4: | Damaraland/Mowani Mountain Camp. Driving in a south-westerly direction, you'll head for Damaraland today. On the way, there is a stop over at the Petrified Forest and the ancient rock engravings of Twyfelfontein. Spend the night amongst the granite boulders of the luxurious Mowani Mountain Camp. |
| Day 5: | Ugab/Brandberg mountain. Another early departure takes you off the beaten track, through some of the most remote areas of Damaraland. Keep an eye open for the elusive black rhino while you enjoy fast changing areas of landscapes and solitude. During the afternoon, after your arrival at Ugab, there is a drive down the dry riverbed of the Ugab River in search of the desert adapted elephants, who make a living here against all odds. You will overnight at the foot of the Brandberg, the highest mountain in Namibia. |
| Day 6: | Swakopmund. This morning, you have a short hike to witness some old bushman paintings, some as old as 2000 years. You will also get to see the world famous ‘White Lady’ painting. By now the sun is scorching and the trip is slowly coming to an end. You’ll be driven further west towards the coastal town of Swakopmund. This is where the safari ends, but not the fun, for those who want to stay on in Swakopmund for a couple of days. |
how this holiday makes a difference
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We support Onguma lodge, as they became part of an innovative custodianship project relating to the endangered black rhino, where 6 black rhino were darted in Etosha National Park and shipped to the reserve where they are protected and monitored.
Several local community-run projects are visited. These include the Petrified forest, Twyfelfontein Rock Engravings and the White Lady bushman paintings. Funds generated by these projects, goes back directly to the community. Visitors are also briefed about local customs and traditions before entering sensitive areas, where contact with local tribes can be expected. Also, all of the lodges where we stay over employ people from the poor, surrounding areas. Most often, these lodges also sell arts and crafts supplied by the local tribes. Most lodges will always remind visitors of the importance of water conservation and have their in policies in place regarding water, waste and energy management. On this safari, we not only try to make a local difference, but also the way visitors perceive this land, by putting emphasis on conservation and delicate ecosystems. We are a Namibian owned and based company and we only make use of Namibian guides. Chances are that the same person planning your trip will also be your guide. |
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