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Namibian camping safaris: Affordable overland tented camping safari tours to unique destinations in Namibia.
Namibia Camping Safaris
Overland Adventures in Namibia
Namibia is a unique diverse safari destination, with varied, breathtaking scenery and great contrasts; wildlife, tribal cultures, ocean, desert and forests.
Namibia tented camping safari options includes such highlights as the worlds highest sand dunes at Sossusvlei.
The wilderness paradise of Etosha National Park and the fascinating geographical structures of the Fish River Canyon.
The close proximity of Namibia to other points of interests: Victoria Falls, Chobe and Okavango Delta, makes the country a popular tourist destination.
14-Day Namibia Experience Safari
This is a combination of the two 7 day trips: 7 Day Northern and Southern Namibia safaris, that offers you a great opportunity to visit just about all of Namibia's highlights. One night's accommodation at a guesthouse in Windhoek between the two tours is also included in the price.
Windhoek to Windhoek Safari
Guaranteed
departures on every Friday of the year
01
April 2011 – 31 March 2012 - N$ 16,200 - no
single supplement
Minimum
guest requirement: Till 31st October 2011:
two
01 November 2011 – 31st March 2012: four
2012/13
- 01
April 2012 – 31 March 2013 - N$ 17,300 - no
single supplement
Minimum
guest requirement: 01 April 2012 - 30 June 2012:
4
01 July 2012 - 31 October 2012: 2
01 November 2012 - 31 March 2013: 4
Safari Tour Details
Day 1 We start our long journey south on the main B1 highway, traveling through the thin strip of Kalahari Desert that protrudes onto the eastern side of Namibia. Stopping at small towns along the way including Rehoboth, traditional home of the Baster people, we aim to arrive at the Quiver Tree Forest in the middle afternoon. Located just north of the southern center of Keetmanshoop, (officially the sunniest town in the world), we make camp and have time to explore the area on foot.
Windhoek - Quiver Tree forest (500 km) (LD) (camping)
Day 2 Arriving at Fish River Canyon in the early afternoon, we drive to the main look out where the views of need to be seen to be believed. We can see the river sparkling in the sunlight far below us, and can barely imagine how many millennia it took for the forces of erosion to carve such a magnificent vista.
Driving still further south, we
travel all the way to the southern border with South Africa, the
mighty Orange River. Coming from the arid desert regions that have
formed the landscape for most of our journey, it is an amazing sight
to see green vegetation and bright ribbon of flowing water appear
out of seemingly no-where.
Quiver Tree Forest - Orange River Oasis (400 km) (BLD) (camping)
Day 3 An easy drive this morning so we have a leisurely start. There is time for a dip in the cool waters of the Orange, (very cold waters in the winter time). Our road follows the scenic course of the river for the first part of the day's journey before heading back into the desert and the beautiful landscapes that Namibian has to offer.
There is time to explore this
stunning area on foot and to find a lofty perch in the mountains to
watch the sun slip over the western horizon.
Orange River - Klein Aus Vista, southern Namib. (200 km) (BLD)
(camping)
Day 4 We are up with the dawn this morning for the short drive to Luderitz, we travel on the main road and keep a sharp look out for the unique Namib wild horses. These horses are the only wild horses in Namibia and have, very unusually, become adapted to an existence with very limited water. Where they originated from is un-clear, some people think they are the descendants of the horses used by the German cavalry during the First World War. Another theory is that they originally came from a horse farm that used to be run by a German Barron, (von Wolff), in the very early colonial days.
During the middle of the day there is time to explore Luderitz Town with its traditional German architecture and later we will take a drive out to Diaz Point to see the bird life, hopefully a few seals and the stone cross replica, originally erected by the Portuguese mariner Bartholomew Diaz.
Returning to Klein Aus Vista in the late afternoon, the road takes us through the "forbidden Zone" so named because in years gone by, the alluvial diamonds found in Namibia were simply scattered across the desert and we again have time to enjoy sunset over the mountains.
N.B: The "Sedina" excursion
is subject to availability and, if undertaken, will be for the
clients own risk and expense.
Klein Aus Vista - Luderitz - Klein Aus Vista (250km) (BD) (camping)
Day 5 Turning north, we once again head deep into the ancient southern Namib, traveling on small gravel roads and passing some tiny rural communities along the way. The scenery is harsh, and sometimes forbidding. The process of erosion in these areas is well advanced and we pass time rounded "koppies" arid terrain and outcrops of tortured rock.
We arrive in time to drive the short
distance to one of the close by dunes to watch the colors on the
distant mountains to the east, glow and change in the sunset.
Klein Aus Vista - Sesriem (350km) (BLD) (camping)
Day 6 A pre-dawn start to see the sunrise in the dunes. We drive a further 60 km into the desert and have our breakfast as the colors grow across the landscape.
We spend the morning in and around
Sossusvlei, also visiting "dune 45", and as the day wears
on we return to Sesriem for lunch and to escape the heat of the
afternoon. As the day cools off in the late afternoon we will take a
short excursion to the Sesriem Canyon.
Sesriem - Sossusvlei - Sesriem (150 km) (BLD) (camping)
Day 7 After breakfast we begin our journey, over the mountains and along scenic roads, back to Windhoek. We will travel over the Naukluft Mountains and also the Khomas Hochland Range, through beautiful mountain passes on our way back to civilization.
We are due back into the city around
16:00 and you will be dropped off at your accommodation on our
return. This night's accommodation is included in the price of the
safari but dinner tonight will be for the client's own account in a
local restaurant.
Sesriem - Windhoek (450 km) (BL)
Day 8 You will be collected from your accommodation between 08:30 & 09:00. We will travel north, stopping at small towns along the way including Okahandja, where we have time to visit Namibia's largest wood carving market. The market is operated on a local co-operative basis and is one of the best places to shop for truly Namibian souvenirs.
After our educational tour we will
return our accommodation and prepare for dinner under the African
stars.
Windhoek - Okonjima (300 km) (LD) (camping)
Day 9 An early start and continuing north we pass through some small towns, making short stops for fresh supplies and fuel. Our first main port of call today is the mysterious Lake Otjikoto.
After your evening meal there are
still more chances to see Etosha big game at Namutoni's floodlit
waterhole. Situated on the boundary of Namutoni and easily reachable
on foot, elephants are regular visitors here and there is a good
chance of seeing other species of game as well.
Okonjima - Namutoni, Etosha National Park (300 km) (BLD) (camping)
Day 10 A full day's game driving. We again leave early to enjoy the cool morning air as we game drive our way through Etosha to Halali camp, situated in the middle of the park. Along the way we visit several waterholes and are afforded splendid views of the massive Etosha Pan. The game viewing is usually excellent and we have the chance to tick off a few new species that are not normally seen on the Namutoni side of the park.
Okaukuejo is famous for its
waterhole, which has been described as one of the "best game
viewing opportunities in Southern Africa". Situated on the
doorstep of our accommodation, black rhino, elephant, lion and
numerous species of antelope are usually seen.
Namutoni - Okaukuejo, Etosha National Park (BLD) (camping)
Day 11 Leaving Etosha we begin our journey south with a relatively short drive to the small town of Kamanjab where we will make a short stop here before continuing on to find the Himba Tribesmen.
We will have a specialist guide for
the time we are there, who will be able to translate for us and will
introduce us to this "alternative lifestyle". We will
learn about marriage customs, traditional food and the mysteries of
the local religion, "Holy Fire".
Okaukuejo - Oase Himba Village, Kamanjab (300 km) (BLD) (camping)
Day 12 Today we head into one of the most beautiful desert regions in Namibia, Damaraland. We drive south to the capital of this region, the small town of Khorixas, and then take a detour to the west, traveling via the Petrified Forest geological site, to visit the ancient Bushman rock engravings at Twyfelfontien. At both these locations we will have local guides to conduct us on a short guided tour.
From here we head deeper into the
desert to Namibia's highest mountain, The Brandberg, (2573 m).
Brandberg Mountain is an ancient Bushman spiritual site and tonight
we will sleep under the shadow of this giant granite monolith.
Oase Village - Brandberg Mountain (400 km) (BLD) (camping)
Day 13 Starting early to enjoy the cool of the morning we will hike, "into" the mountain with our guide to see the world famous "White Lady" rock painting. Attributed to the Bushman artists, the white lady panel is believed by some to be in excess of 20 000 years old.
Dinner this evening in not included
in the price of the safari and will be for the client's own account
Brandberg Mountain - Swakopmund, Skeleton Coast (250 km) (BL)
(chalet accommodation)
Day
14
The drive back to Windhoek
today will take about 4 and a half hours. We will only depart after
lunch,
giving us time to spend the morning relaxing in Swakopmund.
Swakopmund is a very pleasant seaside town with lots of shops, a
good stretch of beach (although the Atlantic here is quite cold) and
an open-air curio market. There is also a very good museum and the
Namibian National Marine Aquarium is located in Swakopmund.
This is the last day of our trip and
after lunch we will transfer back to the capital city where you will
be dropped off at your accommodation. Tonight the accommodation is
not included in the price of the safari
Swakopmund - Windhoek (BL) (350 km)
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Besides the comfort and quality of our guided Namibian camping safaris, our affordable landed prices are all inclusive, with no hidden costs.
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