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NORTHERN NAMIBIA 4x4 ADVENTURE –
8 DAYS
This stunning adventure takes you
into the north of Namibia visiting the quaint
seaside town of Swakopmund, the impressive and
magical inselberg Spitzkoppe, with its
collection of rock paintings and strange rock
formations. Heading deeper into the country you
can enjoy an optional excursion to meet the
proud Himba people in the far north. From here
to Etosha National Park -recognized as one of
the best game reserves in Africa and excellent
game viewing with your final night at the base
of Waterberg Plateau completes this safari
Day 1: DUNEDIN STAR
GUESTHOUSE, SWAKOPMUND
We depart from Chameleon Guesthouse and
Backpackers at 8.30am for Swakopmund. After
collecting fresh supplies for lunch we drive to
the port town of Walvis Bay where we visit the
lagoon, which is a protected RAMSAR wetland
site. We may see the many species of bird
including Greater and Lesser Flamingos,
pelicans, avocets, plovers and the endemic
damara tern before a short visit to the nearby
salt farm. We return to Swakopmund where your
guide will assist those wishing to book
optional adventure activities such as sand
boarding, quad biking, scenic flights,
parachuting, dolphin cruises to name but a few,
which you have time for this afternoon and
tomorrow morning. Overnight in comfortable
twin/double rooms with en-suite bathroom close
to the town centre. Laundry facilities are
available here. This evening’s meal is a group
dinner in a restaurant at client’s own expense
(L)
Day 2: SPITZKOPPE
This morning you have free time to visit the
museum and aquarium, explore the town, or
partake in optional activities such as sand
boarding and quad biking. We depart after
lunch, driving along a section of the Skeleton
Coast before turning inland for Spitzkoppe, a
huge inselberg towering above the dry desert
plains and arriving late afternoon to set up
camp. We have the opportunity to explore the
area and enjoy the wonderful rock formations
that have been created by erosion over thousands
of years. Dinner prepared by the guide and camp
assistant. Evening spent under a million stars.
Overnight based at community run bush camp with
no toilet/shower facilities. (BLD)
Day 3: HOBATERE
CAMP
This morning we enjoy a walk to
Bushmans Paradise, viewing the ancient bushman
paintings and vistas of the vast surrounding
desert or you may simply wander around the
desert floor. From here our drive takes us
through some beautiful and dramatic landscapes
arriving at camp late afternoon. Hobatere
borders western Etosha and the camp is set
amongst boulders and trees offering seclusion,
however, game, including lion may wander around
freely and there are no fences to separate the
camp from concession land. Overnight wild
camping, dinner prepared by guide and camp
assistant (BLD) OPTION
TO UPGRADE ACCOMMODATION
Day 4: HOBATERE
CAMP
Today you can relax at the camp,
enjoy a walk in the surrounding land or watch
the game from the hide come to drink at the
waterhole, alternatively join an OPTIONAL
day trip through to Opuwo and visit the local
himba tribes. These remarkable and proud people
live in the Kunene region. Formally cattle/goat
herders some still live a traditional life style
in this harsh environment. You will be
accompanied by a local guide who will translate
all your questions giving you a chance to find
how they survive in today’s modern world learn
about their fascinating culture. We return to
camp late afternoon and you can sit at the
waterhole watching the game come to quench their
thirst. Dinner prepared by guide and camp
assistant (BLD) OPTION
TO UPGRADE ACCOMMODATION
Day 5: OKAUKEUJO,
ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
We depart for Etosha entering
through the western gate and game driving
through to Okaukuejo. This massive park is a
haven for wildlife and supports one of the most
important ecological and wildlife systems on the
continent. After setting up our tents we take a
late afternoon game drive visiting the
surrounding waterholes looking for species such
as elephant, lion, rhino, kudu, giraffe as well
as the large herds of springbok, zebra and
wildebeest that survive in this region. Dinner
prepared by guide and camp assistant. Evening
viewing at flood lit waterhole, famous for its
visits by black rhinos. (BLD)
OPTION TO UPGRADE ACCOMMODATION
Day 6: ONGUMA CAMP
Sunrise
departure from camp for full morning game drive
transiting across the park visiting various
waterholes along the way and look out for the
many species of animals. We spend the hottest
part of the day at Halali camp where we have
lunch and enjoy a swim or an afternoon snooze.
Late afternoon game drive to Namutoni via the
famous Etosha Pan, a vast depression which can
even be seen from space and the white shimmering
haze disappearing into the horizon. Dinner
prepared by guide and camp assistant. Spend the
evening around campfire. (BLD)
OPTION TO UPGRADE ACCOMMODATION
Day 7: WATERBERG
BUSH CAMP
We’ll enjoy an early morning game drive before
departing Etosha on the eastern side. We have a
short stop at Lake Otjikoto before collecting
fresh supplies at Tsumeb and continuing on to
Hoba Meteorite, the largest meteorite in the
world for lunch. We arrive late afternoon at
Waterberg Bush camp at the eastern end of the
Plateau. Witness the fabulous colours of the
lichen growing on the rock face of the plateau
at sunset from the top of the plateau directly
above our camp and enjoy the views across the
Kalahari. There are plenty of animals wandering
freely in this area such as eland, ostrich,
springbok, kudu and impala. Dinner prepared by
guide and camp assistant. (BLD)
Day 8: WINDHOEK
Your guide will lead you on a short hike through
the ravine at the base of the plateau. After
brunch we return to Windhoek via the Okahandja
Craft Markets for those last minute gifts. We
arrive at Chameleon Guesthouse where you can
enjoy an after safari drink and share your
memories of your safari. (BL)
Please note
– the itinerary above is a guideline only and
whilst we try to adhere to it there may be
circumstances when it may change – for example
weather and/or road conditions, seasonal
daylight hours etc. Overnight stops on occasion
may be altered from those indicated above.
IMPORTANT - Whilst visiting villages and
local communities we cannot guarantee activities
on offer, it often depends on how they feel on
the day, however, it will give you the
opportunity to meet and experience life in
Namibia in today’s society
Approx total distance 2000kms
2007 - 2008
DEPARTURES: EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM WINDHOEK
PRICE FROM 1
NOVEMBER 2007- 30 OCTOBER 2008 - N$4250 + N$750
LOCAL PAYMENT in cash (South African Rand or
Namibia Dollars only)
PLUSOPTIONAL HIMBA
EXCURSION – N$650/PERSON
OPTION FOR UPGRADING
ACCOMMODATION IN HOBATERE, OKAUKUEJO AND ONGUMA
BUT DEPENTS ON AVAILABILITY |
