Namibian Highlights Safari 15 Days/ 14 Nights

Namibian Highlights Safari 15 Days/ 14 Nights

An extraordinary trip to see the wildlife in their natural habitat, take-in incredible mountainous vistas, discover the ancient Namibian culture, and in Namin and Kalahari desert.

Itinerary

Day 1: Airport to Windhoek

Stop At: Namibia Craft Centre, 40 Tal St Old Breweries Complex, Windhoek Namibia
Pick up from the airport — Drive-Through Windhoek to Discovery Guest House. A township tour and dinner will be arranged (at clients ‘own expense).
Duration: 1 day 6 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Discovery Guest House

Day 2: Windhoek- Kalahari Desert

Stop At: Kalahari Desert, Tshabong Botswana
Today you will rise early to depart your accommodation en route to the Kalahari desert to reach the town of Ghazni where the San Bushmen live. Take a guided bushwalk in this seemingly barren landscape and learn about the local way of life where ancient people have survived for centuries. Enjoy a genuine cultural experience and learn how the bushmen live off the land by using the natural resources in their environment and balancing an existence in the fragile ecosystem in which they live. By supporting the San Bushmen’s eco-tourism initiative, you are also helping keep their culture alive. Have a traditional meal and watch an ancient ritual dance tonight around the bonfire in which the San Bushmen sing and dance for healing, trance or spiritual purpose
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Kalahari- Fish River Canyon

Stop At: Fish River Canyon, Ais-Ais Namibia
Our exploration continues with a visit to the Giants Playgrounds, named for the way in which the massive dolerite boulders have been placed on each other - creating rock formations and a series of mazes. We board the truck and travel south on the gravel byways of Southern Namibia on route to Ais-Ais. Famed for its hot springs, the resort and its hot pools are the perfect tonics to ease away the dust of the Namib. The Fish River Canyon is one of the largest in the world and this afternoon we take a walk along the rim of the canyon and end our day with a memorable sunset on the canyon edge. Our exploration continues with a visit to the Giants Playgrounds, named for the way in which the massive dolerite boulders have been placed on each other - creating rock formations and a series of mazes. We board the truck and travel south on the gravel byways of Southern Namibia on route to Ais-Ais. Famed for its hot springs, the resort and its hot pools are the perfect tonics to ease away the dust of the Namib. The Fish River Canyon is one of the largest in the world and this afternoon we take a walk along the rim of the canyon and end our day with a memorable sunset on the canyon edge. Overnight and dinner at Ais-Ais or similar.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Ais Ais or similar

Day 4: Aus - Luderitz

Stop At: Wild Horses of Aus, 4 National Rd B, Aus Namibia
Early morning departure for the short drive to Luderitz. We travel on the main road and keep a sharp look out for the unique Namib wild horses. Visit Kolmanskop, a ghost town where bigger and better diamonds where found along the coast. Your guide will discuss with you activities that can be done in Luderitz at your own expenses.Overnight at Island Cottage Guesthouse or Similar
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Island Cottage Guesthouse or Similar

Day 5: Aus - Luderitz (B&D)

Stop At: Luderitz Museum, Diaz Street Town Centre, Luderitz Namibia
Today you will have a free day at Luderitz. You will get the chance to visit the museum to enjoy the white sand beaches and engage in optional activities ( excluded). The guide we help you to plan for the events today at your own cost. Dinner and overnight at Island Cottage Guesthouse or similar
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Island Cottage Guesthouse or similar

Day 6: Aus, Sesriem, Namib Desert

Stop At: Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
Today, say goodbye to luderitz and head south to the Namib Desert. Make a brief stop in Walvis Bay before arriving in Namib Naukluft, where you'll take a guided desert tour. Go to sleep early tonight to prepare you for your early wake time in the morning. Overnight in Namib Naukluft.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Namib Naukluft or Similar

Day 7: Sossusvlei Area

Stop At: Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
A pre-dawn start is essential this morning as we want to catch the soft light of the sunrise on the desert. Climb the famous Dune 45 and then take a 4x4 vehicle to visit Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. Finally, say farewell to the dunes and head to Sesriem Canyon before heading back to your accommodation for the night. Overnight in Namib Naukluft.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Namib Naukluft or similar

Day 8: Sesriem- Windhoek

Stop At: Sesriem Canyon, 4.5km from the entrance gate of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei, Namib-Naukluft Park Namibia
Today you will rise to drive back to Windhoek; You will stop by to a local restaurant to enjoy local cuisine lunch. Before the sunset, we will drop you off at Discovery Guest House. Dinner will be served tonight. Sleep early to prepare for the next day.
Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Discovery guest house

Day 9: Windhoek- Okonjima

Stop At: Okonjima Game Reserve, Waterberg Plateau Park Namibia
Get picked up from your accommodation between 8:30 and 9:00. Head north and stop at several small towns, such as Okahandja, Namibia’s largest wood craving market. The market is operated on a local co-operative basis and it is an excellent place to shop for souvenirs.

Go back on the road and pass picturesque farmland on your way to Okonkima. Set up your camp and rest for a while. You can take part in the afternoon’s optional activity: a visit to Africat Foundation. This conservation centre is focused on rehabilitating rescued African Big Cats, specially cheetahs. After getting to know them and learning their stories, return to camp for overnight
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: overnight at Plain camp or similar

Day 10: Okonjima- Namutuni, Etosha National Park

Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
Wake up early and continue traveling north toward Etosha National Park, making some short stops for supplies and fuel. Arrive at the Namutoni region camp for lunch and the first game-drive of your trip.

Fort Namutoni is an old German campsite with ample facilities. From its viewing deck you can enjoy an splendid view of the King Nehale Waterhole as well as an unforgettable sunset.It is also a great option for birders, due to its proximity to Fisher’s Pan. It offers two restaurants, a craft shop, a pool, a superette, and a curio shop. Overnight at Namutoni camp or similar
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Namutoni camp or similar

Day 11: Etosha National Park

Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
Get up early and get ready for an exciting game drive day. Visit several waterholes and enjoy magnificent views of the massive Etosha Pan, a shallow depression that is dry for the greater part of the year, but fed by moisture from perennial springs on the fringes, that covers 25% of the park. After excellent game viewing, head to Namutoni camp for lunch and some rest. You can visit the waterhole and take a swim in the pool or have a drink at the bar. Continue to Fort Namutoni camp for overnight.Fort Namutoni is an old German campsite with ample facilities. From its viewing deck you can enjoy an splendid view of the King Nehale Waterhole as well as an unforgettable sunset.It is also a great option for birders, due to its proximity to Fisher’s Pan. It offers two restaurants, a craft shop, a pool, a superette, and a curio shop
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Namutoni camp

Day 12: Etosha National Park to Groot-Berg

Stop At: Etosha Pan, Etosha National Park Namibia
Leaving Etosha National Park, we begin our journey south with a relatively short drive to the small town of Kamanjab.The Brandberg (Burning Mountains) are regarded as the highest in Namibia and home to the famous White Lady, one of more than 45,000 rock paintings in the area. After reaching our destination for the day, this afternoon we will make the 1-hour hike to visit the painting that is said to be around 2,000 years old. Overnight in Brandberg.

*Note: Please be advised that the hike does traverse rough terrain along the gorge of the normally dry Tsisab River.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Brandberg or smiliar

Day 13: Grootberg Area to Twyfelfontein

Stop At: Twyfelfontein, Namibia
Today we head into one of the most beautiful desert regions in Namibia, Damaraland. We drive west via the Grootberg Pass and then take a detour to visit the ancient Bushman rock engravings at Twyfelfontein.Twyfelfontein is a rocky site situated in the Kunene Region of north western Namibia. The site contains around 2,000 rock carvings and in 2007, UNESCO approved it as a World Heritage Site. The site is one of the largest and most important concentrations of rock art in Africa, and was proclaimed a National Monument in 1952. Experience cultural and ethnic meeting with the Damara tribe at the Living Museum surrounded by fascinating nature, rock formations and magnificent landscape of Damaraland.Overnight at Twyfelfontein Lodge or similar
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Twyfelfontein Lodge or similar

Day 14: Twyfelfontein to Swakopmund

Stop At: Swakopmund Jetty, Swakopmund Namibia
Depart early morning and travel through Brandberg, Namibia highest mountain, stop over at Uis, an old mining town. Travel through Skeleton coast, Henties bay, visit Cape Cross. Later enjoy Swakopmund however you please. You might choose to go on a dolphin cruise, go sky diving, or more. Overnight at Hotel A La Mer or similar
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: overnight at Hotel A La Mer or similar

Day 15: Swakopmund- Windhoek

Stop At: Swakopmund Jetty, Swakopmund Namibia
Enjoy a free morning in Swakopmund. Go shopping, enjoy the beach, visit the museum or the aquarium, and drive back to Windhoek. You can also join optional activities, scenic drives, fishing trips (both from the beach or in a boat), skydiving, surfing a bird-watching. Depart the town after lunch and travel back to Windhoek ( Your trip ends with an accommodation drop-off or at the airport where your 15 days Namibian safari come to an end
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.