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Overview
Namibia borders borders Angola, Botswana and South Africa on the Atlantic coast. The driest country in sub-Saharan Africa, Namibia is sparsely populated. The mostly desert and savannah climate along with a low population density mean stunning views, sweeping landscapes and wildlife that tends to concentrate around available water.
This Best of Namibia adventure will see a lot of fantastic landscapes with concentrated wildlife viewing and photography in places such as Etosha National Park. Namibia has about 40% of the remaining wild cheetahs in the world. We will see the big dunes, the ghost town consumed by the desert, the seal colony at Walvis Bay and more on this extensive safari throughout Namibia.
Quiver Tree Forest National Monument
One of only a few spontaneous quiver tree forests on earth, these succulents not unlike the Joshua Trees in the Mojave Desert. Mid-July will be toward the end of the bloom that attracts a large number of bird species. These trees make an excellent for astrophotography and star gazing.
Kolmanskop Ghost Town
An abandoned mining town, the desert has been slowly reclaiming Kolmanskop for close to 70 years. Dunes now invade the town’s structures, making for very unique photography.
Namib Naukluft National Park
We will spend 3 mornings and 3 afternoons photographing and walking amongst the world famous big dunes. We will visit the Deadvlei pan with the ancient dead Camel Thorn trees, Sossuvlei and the Apricot Dunes. These are perhaps the most impressive sand dunes on earth. Optional helicopter rides will also be available.
Walvis Bay
We will see cape fur seals and a panoply of birds in the area in the lagoon and at a local bird sanctuary. A morning boat cruise may reveal dolphins, southern humpback whales and southern right whales. The flamingo photography is particularly spectacular in this area.
Etosha National Park
Six nights in Etosha National Park. We add a third vehicle so that everyone has their own row on the morning and afternoon wildlife drives. See desert elephants, giraffes, rhinos, oryx, antelopes, lions, leopard, cheetahs and more. This is Namibia’s premier wildlife preserve. At our lodging at the Onguma tented camp you may well be able to photograph and watch wildlife from your tent as they come to the watering holes.
Details
July is the height of the southern winter. Our January. It will be hot during the day and the sun is strong, but the nights can be quite pleasant. As always, we recommend lightweight boots, long pants, long sleeves and definitely hats.
There will be more walking on this tour. Except Etosha you will be photographing outside of the vehicle.
You should be able to walk up to about 1.5 miles at a time.
Arrive on international flights in Johannesburg, South Africa. We greet you at the airport and take you to the City Lodge at OR Tambo International Airport. Greetings at the hotel.
Morning flight into Windhoek, Drive to ANIB KALAHARI LODGE… private sundown drive (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Drive to Keetmanshoop, afternoon and night photography of the Quiver Trees, overnight at QUIVER TREE FOREST RESTCAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Drive to Luderitz, afternoon photography at Kolmanskop Ghost Town overnight at THE NEST HOTEL (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning shoot at Kolmanskop Ghost Town, drive to Namib Rand Nature Reserve, use of private vehicles for all drives, afternoon drive, overnight at WOLWEDANS DUNE CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning & afternoon drives with private vehicles, overnight at WOLWEDANS DUNE CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning photo shoot in the Namib Rand, drive to Namib Naukluft National Park, afternoon photographing the big dunes, overnight at DEAD VALLEY LODGE (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning and afternoon photography of the dunes/Dead Vlei, overnight at DEAD VALLEY LODGE (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning and afternoon photography of the dunes/Dead Vlei, overnight at DEAD VALLEY LODGE (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning photo shoot at the big dunes, drive to Walvis Bay, afternoon photography of the Flamingos, overnight at OYSTER BOX GUESTHOUSE (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning boat cruise on the harbour, drive to Swakopmund, afternoon of photography in the town, overnight at HANSA HOTEL (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning private living desert photoshoot, overnight at HANSA HOTEL (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Drive towards Etosha, stopping for lunch at Erongo Winery, afternoon photography in Etosha, overnight at OKAUKUEJO CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning and afternoon wildlife drives in Etosha National Park, overnight at OKAUKUEJO CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning and afternoon wildlife drives in Etosha National Park, overnight at OKAUKUEJO CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning and afternoon wildlife drives in Etosha National Park, overnight at OKAUKUEJO CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Drive to the second location in Etosha, photographing en-route, overnight at ONGUMA TENTED CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning and afternoon wildlife drives in Etosha, overnight at ONGUMA TENTED CAMP (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Short morning wildlife drive in Etosha. Drive back to Windhoek. Lodging at Galton House. (all meals & local branded beverages included)
Morning flight to Johannesburg. Use of a day room at the City Lodge at OR Tambo International Airport until flight home.
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STEP 5 – Final Balance Payment
As soon as your booking form and deposit are with us, we will send you an electronic confirmation displaying the outstanding balance amount. This amount will be due 90 days before the start date of the safari.
STEP 6 – Final Review
After we receive your outstanding balance payment we will go over an additional visa, vaccination or other questions that you might have.
STEP 7 – Board Your Flight
Enjoy your flight. We’ll see you in Africa.
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Duration
Location(s)
Namibia
Key Areas Visited
Quiver Tree Forest National Monument
Kolmanskop Ghost Town
Namib Rand Reserve
Namib Naukluft Park - Big Dunes
Walvis Bay
Etosha National Park
Group Size
Included
- Meet & Greet service at Windhoek Airport
- All road transfers
- 1 night at Anib Kalahari Lodge
- Private afternoon sundowner drive at Anib Kalahari
- 1 night at Quiver Tree Forest Rest Camp
- Entrance fees to Quiver Tree Forest
- 1 night at The Nest Hotel
- Entrance fees to Kolmanskop Ghost Town (1 x PM & 1 x AM)
- 2 nights at Wolwedans Dune Lodge
- use of 2 x private vehicles and Wolwedans guides
- 3 nights at Dead Valley Lodge
- 1 night at Oyster Box Guesthouse
- 2 nights at Hansa Hotel
- AM harbour cruise at Walvis Bay
- AM private Living Desert Tour
- 4 nights at Okaukuejo Camp
- Park Fees at Etosha
- 2 nights at Onguma Tented Camp
- Park fees at Onguma
- Private use of 2 x safari-equipped Toyota Landcruisers
- Complimentary use of professional beanbags
- Experienced professional local driver/guides
- All meals are included
- Local drinks include local house wine, local beer, and soft drinks with meals (including water, tea & coffee). Water is also provided in the safari vehicles. No vintage wines or imported spirits (Johnny walker, Chivers Regal, etc.) are included – these will be for the guest’s own account.
Not Included
- International flights to Windhoek, Namibia (arrive in the morning and depart after 18:00)
- VISA fees
- Travel & Equipment Insurance
- Laundry
- Any entry fees and excursions not included in the above itinerary (e.g.: hot air balloon flight or helicopter flights in Sossusvlei).
- Tips/gratuities for your local drivers/guides
- Tips/gratuities for the lodges, camps, and hotels
- Tips/gratuities for luggage porters
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