12 day Namibia Camping Roundtrip Safari ex
Windhoek

Namib Desert, Sossusvlei Sanddunes :: Windhoek, Swakopmund, Himba
Tribe, Epupa Falls :: Wildlife at Etosha Nationalpark, Spitzkop,
Palmwag, Sandboarding, Quad Biking

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12 days

10+

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1.195,00 €

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The land of unrelenting sun, where the ground seems to beg the heavens for rain, and the landscapes stretch uninterrupted for hundreds of kilometres on end. Deserts where one gazes in wonder and amazement at the animals and plants that survive in this harsh environment.

This tour covers all of the highlights of central and northern Namibia, but also concentrates on “off the beaten track” routes and attractions. Flexibility, a willingness to participate and an awareness of the elements are essential in order to get the most out of this tour.

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1: WINDHOEK - NAMIB

Setting off from the capital, Windhoek at 09h00 (Meet at 08h30), we travel south to Rehoboth, and then into the true Namib to the DRIFTERS DESERT CAMP in the Namibrand Nature Reserve. Here we camp alone in the wilderness with only the desert landscapes, rocky mountains and towering dunes to keep us company. The sunset over the desert is a sight to behold. We enjoy a traditional meal under the clear night skies before falling asleep to the sounds of the wild.

DAY 2: NAMIB DESERT

Awake to desert vistas that extend further than the eye can see. The DRIFTERS DESERT CAMP is nestled against a towering rock outcrop within a protected wilderness that DRIFTERS has conserved, and restored and onto which game has been protected with the proceeds of tourism. During our stay here, we will conduct extensive guided walks and game drives both during the day and at night in order to better understand the desert fauna and flora.

DAY 3 : SOSSUSVLEI

After a short morning walk we pack up and continue through the endless plains to the Sesriem Canyon and the awesome Soussusvlei dunes. We will transfer into the dunes by 4x4 and will spend time climbing these spectacular mountains of sand before moving on to camp wild in the desert.

DAY 4-5: SWAKOPMUND

Crossing through the Namib Naukluft Park, we visit the dramatic Lunar Landscape, and the ancient Welwitschia plants, before making for the coastal town of Swakopmund where we spend two nights in the centrally located, comfortable DRIFTERS SWAKOPMUND LODGE. We explore this holiday town and its surrounds thoroughly, and enjoy one evening meal at a local nightspot (own expense). Clients will have the opportunity to partake in Quad Biking, Sand Boarding and Sky Diving whilst here (own expense).

DAY 6: SKELETON COAST - SPITSKOP

Today we head up the barren Skeleton Coast, scene of many a shipwreck, to the Seal Colony at Cape Cross where thousands of Cape Fur Seals can be seen ashore. Venturing inland, our next stop is at the impressive Spitskop where we will camp wild amongst the boulders at the base of this unusual granitic outcrop. We hope to see the endemic colorful Lovebirds during our stay here.

DAY 7: TWYFELFONTEIN - PALMWAG

A long day, we move on to visit the Organ Pipes and the bushman Rock Engravings at Twyfelfontein before entering Damaraland and crossing the Grootberg to camp the night near the oasis of Palmwag. This is one of a few sanctuaries used by the rare Desert Elephants, and we hope to see these magnificent animals up close today.

DAY 8-9: EPUPA FALLS

Traveling through the heart of the Kaokovelt today, we make our way north to the Angolan border where we will camp at a community project on the banks of Cunene river at the awesome Epupa Falls. During our time here we hope to interact with the nomadic Himba people, a tribe that live in this inhospitable region and wander with their livestock in search of grazing. We will also explore the area surrounding the Falls.

DAY 10-11: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK

Entering Etosha National Park today, we will spend two nights here in search of the big game that this park is so well known for. One evening will be spent at a floodlit waterhole, watching the many animals that come down to drink. During these days we will conduct extensive game drives within the park. One night we will dine at a camp restaurant (own expense).

DAY 12: ETOSHA - WINDHOEK

This morning we leave the Park to make the journey back to Windhoek. We expect to arrive back in the capital in the late afternoon.

Beate Gernhuber

Vita

Mit der Gründung von SafariScout.com schliesst sich für Firmen-Inhaberin Beate Gernhuber ein Kreis: Nach 12 Jahren Afrika-Safari hat sich ihr Rucksack Urlaub verdient - andere sollen nun auf Reisen gehen. Und dies gut vorbereitet, mit Informationen und Insider-Tipps im Gepäck, die Beate Gernhuber in Südafrika, Namibia, Botswana, Mosambik, Malawi, Lesotho, Swaziland, Sambia, Simbabwe und Tansania gesammelt und getestet hat. Die knapp 100 Tourangebote auf dieser Website spiegeln ein Teil der Reiseroute wider, auf der die Globetrotterin in den vergangenen Jahren ihr persönliches Afrika-Abenteuer gelebt hat.

Bereist hat sie Afrika zu Lande, im Wasser und in der Luft. Das verlässlichste Reisegefährt war dabei ein VW-Bus von 1978, welcher der glühenden Hitze der Wüste Namibias ebenso trotzte wie den bergigen Strassen um Kapstadt. Und sich in zum Teil dicken Zuckersand bis an die Palmenstrände Mosambiks durchkämpfte. Zu Fuß kam sie auf einer Wildlife-Wander-Safari in Südafrikas Krüger National Park einem Geparden-Pärchen gefährlich nahe, ist in den Drakensbergen an der Grenze Lesothos Pavianen und Antilopen begegnet und in einem Schutzzentrum mit Elefanten spazierengegangen - Rüssel in Hand.

Mit einer traditionellen Dhau segelte sie zu den Inseln des mosambikanischen Bazaruto Archipels und paddelte im Kajak um die Inseln des Malawi-Sees. Eine Cessna gewährte zudem von hoch oben einen besonderen Ausblick auf ein grosses Loch in der Erde nahe der südafrikanischen Hauptstadt Pretoria - den Fundort des grössten Diamanten aller Zeiten, der heute die britischen Kronjuwelen ziert.

Einige Orte sind für Beate Gernhuber auf ihrer Safari zum zweiten Zuhause geworden, wo sie in verschiedenen Bereichen der Tourismus-Branche gearbeitet hat. Ein Jahr lang tauchte sie täglich mit Touristen in die Unterwasserwelt des Roten Meeres ab, sie managte eine Berg-Lodge in Südafrika und arbeitete in einem Reisebüro in der Nähe von Johannesburg - nicht zu vergessen die Strandbar in Malawi, die sie aufbaute und die es immer noch gibt.

Dabei hat Beate Gernhuber die Menschen kennengelernt, die heute hinter den Tourangeboten von SafariScout.com stehen. Das sind die Guides, die mit Ihnen auf Safari gehen werden, die Mitarbeiter der Tourunternehmen, die für einen reibungslosen Verlauf der Reisen sorgen und die Gastgeber in den Hotels und Lodges, bei denen Sie am Abend eines spannenden Reisetages ausspannen können. Mit diesen Menschen verbinden Beate Gernhuber zwei Dinge: Die Liebe zu Afrika und der Enthusiasmus, Ihnen unvergessliche Eindrücke dieses facettenreichen Kontinents vermitteln zu wollen.

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Besondere Hinweise

This tour involves a fair amount of walking, so a small daypack is advisable. A sleeping bag, towel and pillow are required for this tour. Seasonal Malaria precautions are advisable and are locally obtainable. During winter the nightime temperatures can fall below zero and during summer the daytime temperatures can reach the forties, so be prepared for this. Most major currencies can be exchanged on arrival in Windhoek and other centres, but banking hours do apply. Credit cards are generally accepted.

Our price includes transport, food, coffee, teas, and fruit juice at breakfast, a professional guide, group equipment, accommodation, permits and park entry fees. The price does not include alcohol and soft drinks, tips, curios and optional extras. Before departure clients will be required to enter into an agreement agreeing to our booking conditions and general information. Clients are required to have their own comprehensive personal travel insurance.