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Julia Araes
P.O. Box 20709
Windhoek / Namibia
Tel: +264 (0)61 309013
Fax: +264 (0)61 309061
Mobile: +264 (0)81 2321213
Day 5: Sossusvlei
We will have an early morning departure with picnic breakfast to Sossusvlei before exploring the dunes and its surroundings. On our way back to we will stop over at the Sesriem Canyon where centuries of erosion have incised a narrow gorge about 1 km in length. At the foot of the gorge which plunges down 30-40 meters, are pools that become replenished after good rains. Our journey continues northwards to Solitaire. A/D/B&B
Day 6: Swakopmund
Continue through the Kuiseb Canyon and across the Namib Desert to the Atlantic Coast. Along the way the ancient welwitchia mirabilis desert plant and moonlandscape may be visited. B&B
Day 7: Swakopmund
The day is at optional activities in and around Swakopmund, ranging from a boat cruise and scenic flights to an action filled quad biking adventure, sand boarding and paragliding. B&B
Day 8: Damaraland
The journey continues along the Atlantic Coast into Damaraland. En route the gigantic seal colony at Cape Cross may be visited. Twyfelfontein lodge lies directly at the historical site of Twyfelfontein and offers a magnificent view on the Aba-Huab River. Enjoy a late afternoon walk and experience concluded with a sundowner. A/D/B&B
Day 9: Kaokoland
Our journey continues towards the Kaokoland famous for its desert adapted elephants and himba tribe. The afternoon is at leisure before dinner. D/B&B
Day 10: Kaokoland
A full day is set aside to explore this beautiful but remote area of northwest Namibia doing a roundabout day drive to the Epupa Falls. We will visit a himba village where you will learn more about one of the few Namibian tribes who have retained so much of their traditional culture. A/D/B&B
Day 11: Owambo Land
We continue our journey east to the former Owambo land. The late afternoon we will be exploring the various markets in Oshakati before dinner and overnight. A/D/B&B
Day 12 / 13 Etosha National Park
We depart for Etosha National Park, renowned for its diversity of wild life. We will ill spend two nights in search of the big game that this park is so well known for. As we drive across the grasslands we will see herds of springbok and wildebeest and encounter a variety of other wildlife. Stops will be made at several springs and as always at Etosha, photographic opportunities are excellent. A/D/B&B
Day 14: Windhoek
Today we head back to Windhoek where we will have time for some shopping or at leisure before dinner at the Joe’s beer house, the most famous beer house on the African continent or a restaurant of your choice. A/B&B
Day 15: Transfer to the Airport
Enjoy a morning township tour, bustling with vivid social culture, Katutura is a unique experience that must simple be visited. Transfer to the airport after a light lunch at the craft centre.
We will have an early morning departure with picnic breakfast to Sossusvlei before exploring the dunes and its surroundings. On our way back to we will stop over at the Sesriem Canyon where centuries of erosion have incised a narrow gorge about 1 km in length. At the foot of the gorge which plunges down 30-40 meters, are pools that become replenished after good rains. Our journey continues northwards to Solitaire. A/D/B&B
Day 6: Swakopmund
Continue through the Kuiseb Canyon and across the Namib Desert to the Atlantic Coast. Along the way the ancient welwitchia mirabilis desert plant and moonlandscape may be visited. B&B
Day 7: Swakopmund
The day is at optional activities in and around Swakopmund, ranging from a boat cruise and scenic flights to an action filled quad biking adventure, sand boarding and paragliding. B&B
Day 8: Damaraland
The journey continues along the Atlantic Coast into Damaraland. En route the gigantic seal colony at Cape Cross may be visited. Twyfelfontein lodge lies directly at the historical site of Twyfelfontein and offers a magnificent view on the Aba-Huab River. Enjoy a late afternoon walk and experience concluded with a sundowner. A/D/B&B
Day 9: Kaokoland
Our journey continues towards the Kaokoland famous for its desert adapted elephants and himba tribe. The afternoon is at leisure before dinner. D/B&B
Day 10: Kaokoland
A full day is set aside to explore this beautiful but remote area of northwest Namibia doing a roundabout day drive to the Epupa Falls. We will visit a himba village where you will learn more about one of the few Namibian tribes who have retained so much of their traditional culture. A/D/B&B
Day 11: Owambo Land
We continue our journey east to the former Owambo land. The late afternoon we will be exploring the various markets in Oshakati before dinner and overnight. A/D/B&B
Day 12 / 13 Etosha National Park
We depart for Etosha National Park, renowned for its diversity of wild life. We will ill spend two nights in search of the big game that this park is so well known for. As we drive across the grasslands we will see herds of springbok and wildebeest and encounter a variety of other wildlife. Stops will be made at several springs and as always at Etosha, photographic opportunities are excellent. A/D/B&B
Day 14: Windhoek
Today we head back to Windhoek where we will have time for some shopping or at leisure before dinner at the Joe’s beer house, the most famous beer house on the African continent or a restaurant of your choice. A/B&B
Day 15: Transfer to the Airport
Enjoy a morning township tour, bustling with vivid social culture, Katutura is a unique experience that must simple be visited. Transfer to the airport after a light lunch at the craft centre.
Itineraries – Namibia
15 Day: Country Lodges Trail
Highlights: Kalahari, Auob River, Sossusvlei, Namib Naukluft, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Himba, Kaokoland, Owamboland, Etosha, Windhoek
Options: Guided / Self-Drive
Accommodation: Lodging / Camping
Price: on request
Day 1: Kalahari Desert
After arrival at the international airport meet and greet before we continue to the Kalahari Desert, where we check in at our lodge with more than 1000 animals of over 13 species. A late afternoon drive is scheduled to enable us to view the diverse animal and birdlife and at the same time the unique dune topography and vegetation. The drive will be concluded with a sundowner on the red Kalahari Sand Dune as we watch the sun sink away into the distant dunes. A/D/B&B
Day 3: Kalahari Desert – Auob River
We continue to a green oasis situated on the banks of the dry Auob river further south in the Kalahari. The red dunes of the Kalahari are in strong contrast to the white calcareous rocks of the valley formed by the Auob River. In an area of 8000 ha around the lodge, various antelope, giraffe, smaller mammals and many bird species can be seen. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the swimming pool or discover the surrounding area on foot or a sundowner drive. D/B&B
Day 4: Namib Desert
We continue towards Maltahohe where we will stopover at the Oahera Art centre in Maltahöhe to gain an insight into the lifestyle of the Nama people. We will enjoy a brief tour of Maltahohe on a donkey-cart before we continue with our journey to one of the top destinations in the southern region, Sossusvlei, with its monumental dunes up to 325 m when measured from the base. After lunch and time at leisure we will enjoy an afternoon drive into the dunes experiencing the dramatic colors enhanced by the setting sun. A/D/B&B
15 Day: Country Lodges Trail
Highlights: Kalahari, Auob River, Sossusvlei, Namib Naukluft, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Himba, Kaokoland, Owamboland, Etosha, Windhoek
Options: Guided / Self-Drive
Accommodation: Lodging / Camping
Price: on request
Day 1: Kalahari Desert
After arrival at the international airport meet and greet before we continue to the Kalahari Desert, where we check in at our lodge with more than 1000 animals of over 13 species. A late afternoon drive is scheduled to enable us to view the diverse animal and birdlife and at the same time the unique dune topography and vegetation. The drive will be concluded with a sundowner on the red Kalahari Sand Dune as we watch the sun sink away into the distant dunes. A/D/B&B
Day 3: Kalahari Desert – Auob River
We continue to a green oasis situated on the banks of the dry Auob river further south in the Kalahari. The red dunes of the Kalahari are in strong contrast to the white calcareous rocks of the valley formed by the Auob River. In an area of 8000 ha around the lodge, various antelope, giraffe, smaller mammals and many bird species can be seen. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the swimming pool or discover the surrounding area on foot or a sundowner drive. D/B&B
Day 4: Namib Desert
We continue towards Maltahohe where we will stopover at the Oahera Art centre in Maltahöhe to gain an insight into the lifestyle of the Nama people. We will enjoy a brief tour of Maltahohe on a donkey-cart before we continue with our journey to one of the top destinations in the southern region, Sossusvlei, with its monumental dunes up to 325 m when measured from the base. After lunch and time at leisure we will enjoy an afternoon drive into the dunes experiencing the dramatic colors enhanced by the setting sun. A/D/B&B
