Namibia Snapshot
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Introduction
This snapshot trip is exactly that, a short experience of the most notable attractions to give a first time visitor a quick impression of Namibia.
Windhoek has an interesting mix of historical architecture and modern buildings, many of which are worth a look, including the Alte Feste an old fort, the 1896 Christuskirche Christ Church, and the more contemporary Supreme Court.
Day Itinerary
When you arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport you are met by the car rental company representative who transfers you to Windhoek. Upon arrival at the car rental the friendly rental agent then takes you through the car rental contract as well as explain all the rental conditions. You are then conducted a thorough demonstration of the vehicle before you depart to your guesthouse in the city.
Accommodation: Windhoek Luxury SuitesWith its lush green gardens and lavish designer rooms, Windhoek Luxury Suites offers comfort and tranquillity in the heart of the Namibian capital.
Meal Basis
Bed & Breakfast
Located in the scenic Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei is where you will find the iconic red sand dunes of the Namib.. This awe-inspiring destination is possibly Namibia’s premier attraction, with its unique dunes rising to almost 400 metres – making them some of the highest in the world.
Day Itinerary
Today you drive into the Namib Desert, towards Sesriem, the entrance to the world-famous Namib Naukluft Park which is home to the magical Sossusvlei and Dead Valley. You will arrive in the afternoon when it is normally too hot to go to the dunes, but the sparkling swimming pool at your lodge makes up for this. Have a dip in the cold water!
Accommodation: Desert Homestead LodgeDesert Homestead Lodge will ensure an unrivalled respite from the desert extremes. Tranquil surroundings, al fresco dining, delectably fresh farm cuisine, refreshing dips in the pools, stunning sunsets and sunrises are the basic pleasures at the lodge.
Meal Basis
Dinner, Bed & breakfast
Day Itinerary
Arrange with your lodge for breakfast packs to take away with you today while you depart early to drive to Sesriem, the entrance to the dunes at Sossusvlei. You will go all the way to the 4×4 car parking area from where you explore the dunes at Sossusvlei as well as Dead Valley, on foot.
Sesriem Canyon can be visited on your way out of the park as this is located towards the gate.
Meal Basis
Dinner, Bed & breakfast
Set along Namibia’s spectacularly scenic coast, the seaside town of Swakopmund is known for its wide-open avenues, colonial architecture, and its surrounding otherworldly desert terrain. Now a seaside resort town, Swakopmund is the capital of the Skeleton Coast tourism area and has plenty to keep visitors happy.
Day Itinerary
Today you proceed via the town of Solitaire on the C14 towards Swakopmund. At Solitaire you can stop for some famous apple pie, towards the coastal town of Swakopmund, your home for the next two nights.
You spend two nights at the coast in a comfortable B&B.
Swakopmund Luxury Suites offers stylish and modern accommodation situated in the heart of Swakompund.
Meal Basis
Bed & Breakfast
Day Itinerary
Swakopmund is known as the adventure capital of Namibia where you can enjoy some of the many activities on offer, including boat cruises with seals and dolphins, desert tours with 4×4 to Sandwich Harbour, a former whaling station, or to explore the Little Five which hide in the desert.
Accommodation: Swakopmund Luxury SuitesMeal Basis
Bed & Breakfast
Visitors can catch a glimpse of a variety of wildlife including lion, giraffe, elephant, white and black rhino, and a multitude of plains game. Popular activities include enjoying an open 4×4 safari with an expert guide, half day or full day drives with the option of a picnic lunch with wine on the full day game drive.
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, you depart to the southern and most famous camp inside the Etosha National Park, Okaukeujo Restcamp. The floodlit waterhole at night promises endless hours of game viewing extravaganza!
Accommodation: Okaukuejo ResortOkaukuejo Resort is ideally located 17 km from the southern entrance of the park. Famous for its flood-lit waterhole, where visitors can observe at close quarters a spectacle of wildlife congregating and interacting.
Meal Basis
Bed & Breakfast
Day Itinerary
Full day to game drive in and around Okaukuejo’s many waterholes or even game drive as far as Halali to experience more of the magic of Etosha National Park.
Accommodation: Okaukuejo ResortMeal Basis
Bed & Breakfast
Day Itinerary
If time allows, you can do a last game drive before departing the park and traveling back south to Windhoek, in time for your outbound flight.
Accommodation: End of ItineraryMeal Basis
Bed & Breakfast
Includes
8 Day Car rental with return airport transfers included ( Toyota Fortuner SUV 4×4 or similar)
Accommodation and meals as specified
Excludes
N$2 500 refundable fuel deposit
Fuel
Meals, drinks and activities not specified
Items of personal nature