More a photographic experience than a safari. Learn the secrets of the Namib, bring the family to experience the moods, colors and - above all - its effect on your quintessence. All on an affordable independent travel option (self drive). This photographic and/or family safari is only possible with a minimum booking of two Guests. An experience beyond being able to say: "I've visited Sossusvlei, therefore, I've seen the Namib", Sossusvlei, notwithstanding its awesome view and magnificence due to the high sand dunes is, in effect, but "part" of the Namib desert, a contributing facet to a seemingly boundless, living expanse. A safari vacation, holiday such as this, will prove beyond any doubt that the Namib desert, in all its apparent inhospitable appearance, will become a family and/or photographic event that children would probably never have considered, but will admit as the memory to treasure forever.
Your Itinerary:
Day 1: Meet the representative of your car hire firm at Namibia’s International airport. Transfer to a small, quiet Game Lodge, en-route to Windhoek. Relax from the long flight and acclimatize to Namibia. (B and B).
Day 2: A leisurely breakfast and slow start towards the perimeter of the Khomas Hochland - our central highland. Near the edge of the escarpment, your first stop for a gradual transition from highlands, to the low-lying Namib. (B and B).
Day 3: Breakfasted, and almost acclimatized, the entire family better have cameras at the ready! After a photographic extravaganza at the edge of the escarpment, descend into the Namib for your first night in the Namib desert - self catering units near the Sesriem Gorge and Sossusvlei dunes.
Day 4: Wake up before dawn to travel along the Tsauchab River Valley towards Sossusvlei. After viewing the changing colors of the landscape as the sun rises, descend and return to your desert camp for an afternoon Siesta. Late afternoon, explore the geologically historic Sesriem Gorge. (Self catering).
* Optional Extra: (Not included in safari price - N$3050 p.p.). Having been to Sossusvlei on foot, and you feel the inclination, a private operator offers early morning hot-air balloon flights over the desert and mountains, to see Sossusvlei from the air. In the cool, pre-dawn air, ascend in a hot-air balloon and silently drift high above the immensity of the Namib desert. From this exclusive vantage point, the rising sun paints an endless vista of shadow and light over an ocean of sand dunes and mountains. After about an hour of silently riding the air, descend and celebrate this unique event with a champagne breakfast in the middle of the desert. Flight certificates will be presented before the 4 X 4 drive back to the lodge. (This could be managed before continuing to your next venue, as the balloon flight is very early).
Day 5: Moving further south into the Namib, you will today arrive in an area of the desert that is constantly described as "the most photogenic landscape that the Namib has to offer", something you will witness yourself. (self catering).
Day 6: The very hospitable owners will be expecting you and are willing to treat you to Game drives, dune drives and guided photographic tours - Not included in the safari price. (Self catering).
Day 7: To depart from here is not easy, but be assured, your next destination will be no less spectacular, and take you to the valley between the Tsaris - and Naukluft Mountains, on the banks of the subterranean Tsauchab River - source of the occasional flooding of Sossusvlei. (B and B)
Day 8: Besides the local activities offered by the owners, you are within easy reach of the Naukluft Mountain Reserve, where short, but very rewarding hikes are available. (A Namibia Wildlife Resorts venue). (B and B)
Day 9: Unfortunately, all good things must also come to an end and today you have to return to Windhoek. Not to make the return to civilization too harsh, overnight at a 3-star Hotel on the outskirts of Windhoek. Make sure to get a final view of our sunset on this, your last night in Namibia, Africa.
Day 10: Subject to flight departure time, you may have all morning for some last minute shopping or simply browsing the central business district of Windhoek. Transfer to Namibia's International airport to arrive in time for your departure flight - will be coordinated with the car rental representative.
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
The quoted price includes ALL accommodation venues with guaranteed advance reservations and payment; hire of a small sedan vehicle (2 X vehicles for 5 - 6 guests). These prices are only valid until 31 October 2008.
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