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 Prices for - Namibian Safaris

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Namibia Safaris

Sossusvlei Adventure Safari

There are no minimum numbers and no single supplements.  The price is virtually fully inclusive and the style is limited participation, assisted camping.  Collection time is between 08: 00 & 08:30 from anywhere within the Windhoek city limits.

 

This safari can also be combined with our 3 day Etosha Link to make an unforgettable 6 day “Taste of Namibia” safari.  To make a comprehensive 10 day itinerary, combine this with our 7 day Northern Adventure itinerary.  Two of the world’s natural wonders, the Okavango Delta and the mighty Victoria Falls can also be included by combining this trip with our 8 day Delta and Falls Safari.

 

Day one

Windhoek – Namib Desert Camp (350 km) (LD) (camping)

 

You will be collected between 08:00 & 08:30

 

We travel out over the Eros Mountains and along scenic roads, on our way south-west to the desert.  We also pass over part of the Naukluft Mountains the Khomas Hochland range on our journey today and head down from Namibia’s central plateau by way of the beautiful Remhoogte Pass. 

 

Coming out of the mountains we reach open plains and from here it is only a short distance to our next stop, the tiny town of Solitaire.  We will stop here for some refreshments before continuing on through desert scenery.

 

We cross some open grass savannah and farmlands before the terrain begins to give way to the immense red sand dune desert of the Namib.  We aim to arrive at our camp during the late afternoon and watch the colours glow and change on distant mountains to the east.

 

Day two

Namib Desert Camp – Sossusvlei - Namib Desert Camp (camping) (BLD)

 

A pre dawn start is essential this morning as we want to catch the soft light of the sunrise on the desert. After passing through Sesriem, the gateway to the dunes and driving into the heart of the dune field, we reach Sossusvlei itself by walking the last 5 km through the dunes. 

 

The walk is like nothing else, in the cool of the morning, with soft sunlight just beginning to play over the dunes creating a sharp light and shadow contrast across the whole desert. 

Ancient mineral pans, stunted camel thorn trees and the chance of seeing a gemsbok or maybe an ostrich make the photo opportunities perfect. 

 

We spend the morning in and around Sossusvlei, also visiting dune 45, and as the day wears on we return to Sesriem for lunch 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.

 

Day three 

Namib Desert Camp - Windhoek (450 km) (BL)

 

After breakfast we begin our journey, over the mountains and along scenic roads, back to Windhoek.  We will travel back by different roads, this time climbing up to Windhoek and travelling by way of the massive Gamsberg Pass in the Khomas Hochland Mountain Range 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.

 

The price includes:  All accommodation and food as per itinerary, B = breakfast, L = lunch and D = dinner.  All transport, all camping equipment, all National Park entrance fees, and the services of a professional safari guide for the duration of the trip.

 

Not included:  Flights, visas or personal travel insurance.  All meals as per itinerary, alcohol, soft drinks or bottled mineral water.  Sleeping bags, tips, spending money or any items of a personal nature.

 

 

 

 

 

3 Day Sossusvlei Link

Assisted Camping Safari

 

 

It is strongly recommended that you purchase comprehensive personal travel insurance before you embark on your safari.  Travel insurance is for your own protection and we consider it to be an essential part of modern international travel.

 

Maximum group size is 16 people, with no minimum number.  Transport for up to 8 people will be in a minibus and for 9 people and more in a Toyota bus / truck.

 

The style of safari is limited participation, you will be asked to assist put up and take down your own tent, however there will be a camp assistant to complete all the other campsite chores.  Your tour guide will do all the shopping, cooking and day-to-day organization of the safari.  Unless otherwise specified, all safaris will be conducted in English

 

We will collect you from your accommodation in Windhoek on the morning of departure.  Pick up time will be between 08:00 & 08:30. 

 

The tents are dome type, which are easy to assemble and your mattresses are approximately 5 cm thick with your own mattress cover, and everyone has a camp chair with a backrest.  

 

Clients are limited to one soft, barrel type bag per person with maximum weight of 15kg, one medium sized hand luggage bag, one medium sized camera bag and a sleeping bag.

 

We suggest a sleeping bag range of “3 – 4 season”.  Sleeping bags can be hired by prior arrangement for a cost of N$: 30.00 per 3 day trip.  When packing your clothing please be aware that Namibian summer temperatures (December - March) can reach 45*C, and winter temperatures (June - September) can be as low as -5*C.  The rainy season is between December and April. 

 

All evening meals on camping safaris, (unless stipulated), are cooked on an open fire by your guide.  Salads and fresh vegetables will be served where possible, but please note in some areas this is not necessarily every day.  Fresh fruit will also be supplied when possible. Vegetarians can be catered for but please notify us prior to safari departure. 

 

Namibia is a low risk malarial destination but we recommend that seek professional medical advice to enable you to make decisions on personal malaria protection.

 

All tap water in Namibia has been purified or comes directly from boreholes and is safe to drink.  We supply tap drinking water but bottled mineral water is easily available at shops and rest camps should you prefer to drink this.

 

Electrical plugs are 220 V and are 3 pin (round pin as opposed to square pin).  Adaptors can be purchased in Windhoek.  It is possible to re-charge batteries at some campsites.

 

The Namibian Dollar (N$) is tied permanently 1-1 to the South African Rand (SAR).  SAR, notes and coins are legal tender in Namibia.

 

Airport transfers and pre-and-post safari accommodation can be arranged on request

 

It is customary to tip in Namibia, usually, around 10% at restaurants.  Your guide and assistant can be tipped at your own discretion but we ask that the guide be tipped separately from your assistant.

 

Safaris include:          

  • All transport      

  • Three meals a day (unless differently specified) Tap drinking water            

  • Tea & coffee in camp

  • All camping equipment

  • Park entrance fees        

  • Camping fees   

  • Professional guide

  • Camp Assistant

  • Pick up & drop off from accommodation in Windhoek                               

 

Safaris exclude:

  • Sleeping bag (can be hired)

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • Soft drinks

  • Personal travel insurance

 

 

Useful items to bring with you:

  • Two litre water bottle

  • Torch

  • Towel

  • Sun hat

 

 

Important: Before you travel please check your Tour Voucher and Arrival Information for the latest joining instructions. This will be sent to you upon receipt of final payment.

 

All itineraries are subject to change without prior notice.

 Prices for - Namibian Safaris

 

 

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