Namibia Northern Odyssey
Tour Code: SWN701/11/2020 - 30/06/2021
01/07/2021 - 31/10/2021
Namibia Northern Odyssey
Venture into Namibia’s Wild Heartland
There’s an astonishing amount of diverse life in Namibia’s dry landscapes. Plants and animals, people and their cultures have uniquely adapted to succeed in the remote, arid reaches of the country. Travel from the desert coast on a route north into the Kunene region, also known Damaraland, where you could possibly encounter desert elephant. Explore the world-famous Etosha National Park with its abundance of animal and bird life.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Extraordinary and highly photographic geological marvels of Damaraland, one of the least populated and geologically diverse areas in Africa.
- Ancient and traditional African culture preserved in mountain Rock Art galleries and a present-day Damara village.
- Exceptional Big 5 game viewing in the picturesque African savannah around the vast, shimmering Etosha salt pan.
SWAKOPMUND | DAMARALAND | VISIT TO A DAMARA VILLAGE | ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Tour Departs:
Selected departure dates
TIMINGS
- Departure of the tour will be between 08:00 and 09:00 on the first day
- Same day departure flights from Windhoek should only be booked after 19:00
Tour Notes:
- Minimum 2 guests/ Maximum 16 guests
- All departures are in dual language German/English commentary
- VISA REQUIREMENTS: Please check visa requirements, as certain nationalities may require visas in order to travel through Namibia
- OPTIONAL DINNER PACKAGE: NAD 1 555.00 per person (Days 3-6)
- SPECIAL DISCOUNT: Selected departure dates on 5% discount off the Standard Rack Rate. Please enquire
Tour Includes
- 6 breakfasts
- Accommodation
- Porterage
- Transportation
- Bottled water on board
- Entrance fees & sightseeing as specified
2020/2021 OPTIONAL
RATES VALID: 01/11/2020 – 31/10/21
DINNER PACKAGE: NAD 1 555.00 per person (Days 3-6)
SPECIAL DISCOUNT
Selected departure dates on 5% discount off the Standard Rack Rate. Please enquire
Day One - Depart Windhoek
A transfer takes you to the coastal town of Swakopmund.
Day One
WINDHOEK - SWAKOPMUND
Upon your arrival in the early afternoon you check into your hotel. With palm-lined streets and seaside promenades, Swakopmund is a popular holiday destination in Namibia. For the international guest, Swakopmund is a bohemian mix of German architecture and African rhythms, a laid back attitude with adrenalin activities. It is colourful, it is vibrant, but most of all, it is pure fun.
Day Two
SWAKOPMUND
Swakopmund is often fondly referred to as the “playground of Namibia”, it has numerous activities ranging from, adventure to exploring the fascinating features of the Namib Desert and the animals and plants that occur and survive here. Embrace the relaxed pace of this idyllic coastal town whilst enjoying coffee and freshly baked pastries in one of the many café’s. Alternatively explore the rugged, sweltering desert on a day tour, or view this awesome, environment from the air on a scenic flight. [Breakfast]
Day Three
SWAKOPMUND - DAMARALAND
On long yet interesting and scenic roads we head further north into the Damaraland, one of the least populated and geologically diverse areas in Africa. This harsh, rocky environment is home to the elusive desert elephant, the black rhino and free-roaming antelope species. Accompanied by a local Damara guide we visit Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO heritage site with over 2.500 bushman rock engravings. After a visit to the nearby Living Museum of the Damara we proceed to the Petrified Forest - a geological phenomenon depicting the creation and metamorphosis of wood into stone and the Welwitschia mirabilis – the oldest living desert plant. [Breakfast]
Day Four
DAMARALAND – ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
After a relaxed breakfast, we travel towards the Etosha National Park, famous for its vast amount of wildlife. After we have reached our camp located just outside of the National Park, we explore the various waterholes located close to Okaukuejo and the Anderson gate for our first park wildlife encounters. Optional and time permitting open vehicle game drives can be booked with the lodge. [Breakfast]
Day Five
ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
The day is devoted purely to the abundant wildlife found in the Etosha National Park, which surrounds a parched salt desert known as the Etosha Pan. The park is home to 4 of the Big Five - elephant, lion, leopard and rhino. Game viewing in the park is largely focussed around the waterholes, some of which are spring fed and some supplied from a borehole, ideal places to sit and watch over 114 different game species, or for an avid birder, in excess of 340 bird species. Popular game species such as giraffe, blue wildebeest, plains and mountain zebra, hyena, lion, leopard, antelopes such as kudu, oryx, eland, as well as some of the endangered species such as Black rhino, cheetah and the black-faced impala are all found here. [Breakfast]
Day Six
ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Today your guide again takes you on a game drive in the Etosha National Park, or optionally you can book an open game drive park drive with the lodge. We may encounter animal species we have not seen the previous day and look forward to any new surprises at the different waterholes visited. In the afternoon we travel back to our lodge, where we enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure or experience the wellness centre. [Breakfast]
Day Seven
ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK - WINDHOEK
After breakfast we travel back through the centre of the country to the capital, Windhoek. Time permitting, en-route we may stop at the famous wood carvers market in Okahandja or the craft market in the main street in Windhoek to pick up a last few souvenirs. Windhoek is a cosmopolitan melting pot of European architecture with African culture, with a variety of good restaurants to choose from. You will be dropped off at your accommodation of choice, or transferred to the airport for your outward flight. [Breakfast]
Windhoek - Swakopmund
Departing Windhoek, a transfer takes you to the coastal town of Swakopmund.
Windhoek - Swakopmund
Departing Windhoek, a transfer takes you to the coastal town of Swakopmund.
Swakopmund
A Transfer takes you to the coastal town of Swakopmund. With palm-lined streets and seaside promenades, Swakopmund is a popular holiday destination in Namibia.
Swakopmund
Swakopmund is often fondly referred to as the “playground of Namibia”, it has numerous activities ranging from, adventure to exploring the fascinating features of the Namib Desert and the animals and plants that occur and survive here. [B]
Swakopmund - Damaraland
On long yet interesting and scenic roads we head further north into the Damaraland, one of the least populated and geologically diverse areas in Africa. This harsh, rocky environment is home to the elusive desert elephant, the black rhino and free-roaming antelope species. [B]
Damara Mopane Lodge
Just east of the town of Khorixas lies the unique Damara Mopane Lodge. Its wattle and daub style chalets are laid out in a village format, each with its own vegetable and herb garden and the inside walls decorated with copies of the famous Twyfelfontein rock engravings. Shaded by Mopane trees, the chalets are linked to the main lodge building by paths. A viewing point, a bit out of the camp, allows views of the expansive plains and is a great spot for stargazing.
Damaraland - Etosha National Park
After a relaxed breakfast, we travel towards the Etosha National Park, famous for its vast amount of wildlife. [B]
Etosha Safari Camp
Etosha Safari Camp is conveniently situated just 10 kilometres from world-renowned Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park
The day is devoted purely to the abundant wildlife found in the Etosha National Park, which surrounds a parched salt desert known as the Etosha Pan. The park is home to 4 of the Big Five - elephant, lion, leopard and rhino. [B]
Etosha National Park
Today your guide again takes you on a game drive in the Etosha National Park, or optionally you can book an open game drive park drive with the lodge. [B]
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
This luxury safari lodge is just 2 kilometres from the Eastern entrance of Etosha National Park and is set in its own adjoining private reserve.
Etosha National Park - Windhoek
After breakfast we travel back through the centre of the country to the capital, Windhoek. Time permitting, en-route we may stop at the famous wood carvers market in Okahandja or the craft market in the main street in Windhoek to pick up a last few souvenirs. [B]
Day One,
Day Two
Hotel Europa Hof
Hotel Europa features distinctive German architecture and has a welcoming ambience of Namibian hospitality. The hotel is centrally located and is within walking distance of the main tourist attractions within Swakopmund. Explore Swakopmund’s town center, its beaches as well as the Atlantic Ocean, this region is well known for its charm. The hotel has its own a la carte restaurant that showcases a variety of local and European seafood and game dishes, including a seafood platter specialty.
Day Three
Damara Mopane Lodge
Just east of the town of Khorixas providing an ideal stopover between Swakopmund and Etosha National Park is the unique Damara Mopane Lodge. The wattle and daub style chalets are laid out in a village format, each with its own vegetable and herb garden and the inside walls decorated with copies of the famous Twyfelfontein rock engravings. Shaded by Mopane trees, the chalets are linked to the main lodge building by paths. A viewing point, a bit out of the camp, allows views of the expansive plains and is a great spot for stargazing. Less than two hours drive away is the World Heritage Site of Twyfelfontein with its 2 000-odd rock engravings and art, the surreal Petrified Forest and the impressive Vingerklip Rock. A highlight of any stay here is a sighting of the desert-adapted elephants.
Day Four
Etosha Safari Camp
Etosha Safari Camp is conveniently situated just 10 kilometres from world-renowned Etosha National Park. Perched on a small hill, each uniquely designed en-suite safari-bungalow promises comfort at all times. Beds are covered with spacious mosquito nets and the gauzed windows provide optimal air circulation. Meals are served in a rustic farm style restaurant at the foot of the hill and here you can also refresh yourself in the swimming pool, make use of the internet cafe or enjoy one of the walking trails that surround the camp.
Day Five,
Day Six
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
This luxury safari lodge is just 2 kilometres from the Eastern entrance of Etosha National Park and is set in its own adjoining private reserve. Accommodation is in spacious rooms with African-inspired décor, en suite facilities, a sitting room, private veranda and modern conveniences. The lodge offers excellent dining experiences in both the restaurant and under the stars in the boma. There are two bars where you can enjoy sundowners or a nightcap. Relax around the sparkling swimming pool or get some exercise on one of the 2 floodlit Tennis courts situated in the bush. The lodge also offers a Fitness Centre and luxury Spa.
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