10 Day Southern Namibia Tour
This premium tour includes the very best of the southern part of the country as you travel from Windhoek through the semi arid landscape of the Kalahari Desert to the spectacular scenery of Fish River Canyon and Karoo Desert before travelling back up into the Namib Desert and the flaming red sands of Sossusvlei. The tour will also include visiting the gorge of Sesriem Canyon and the spectacular Namib Naukluft Mountains.
This tour travels through some spectacular countryside and provides a true appreciation of the beauty and space of the country whilst staying in the best accommodation in the region.
Package Details
Price | Twin share | $2,325 |
| Single Supplement | $395 |
Number of Days: 10
Note: 1. Price is valid until 31 October 2012. If travelling after this date please
contact us for revised prices.
2. Accommodation may be different from properties listed due to availability but will be of a similar standard
3. Tour departs on selected Sundays. Please see below for exact departure dates.
4. Minimum of 2 & maximum of 10 people on tour
5. Vehicle for tour either a landrover discovery or 7 seater microbus or 22 seater Mercedes mini coach (all air-conditioned)
Package Includes: - 1 nights accommodation in Kalahari Sands Hotel Windhoek or similar with daily buffet breakfast
- 2 nights accommodation in Kalahari Anib Lodge or similar with buffet breakfast and dinner
- 2 nights accommodation in Canon Lodge Fish River or similar with buffet breakfast and dinner
- 2 nights accommodation in Desert Horse Inn or similar with buffet breakfast and dinner
- 2 nights accommodation in Namib Desert Lodge or similar with buffet breakfast and dinner
- Guided sundowner drive in Kalahari Desert
- Nature drive at Canon Lodge
- Guided tour to Sossusvlei & Sesriem Canyon
- Experienced guide for duration of tour
- All transfers & transport in air-conditioned vehicle for duration of tour
- Sightseeing as specified in itinerary
Tour Departure Dates:
13,27 May 2012
10,24 June 2012
15,29 July 2012
12,26 Aug 2012
9,16,23,30 Sep 2012
7,14,21 Oct 2012
Itinerary
Day 1
On arrival at Windhoek airport you will be met by your Wild Africa Travel Company representative and transferred to your Windhoek hotel where you will check into your hotel room for your 1 night stay.
Day 2
After a city tour of Windhoek, Namibia's capital, we travel south over Namibia's second highest mountain range to the edge of the Kalahari Desert. At our lodge we have the remainder of the day at leisure, and can enjoy a scenic nature walk, relax along the sparkling pool or optionally partake in one of the activities on offer.The Kalahari is a semi-arid landscape that is covered with trees and crisscrossed with ephemeral rivers and fossil watercourses. After checking into your lodge you will be taken on an open vehicle drive as the sun sets on this unique landscape.
Day 3
After an optional morning walk enjoy breakfast. In the afternoon we embark on a sundowner drive into the Kalahari. Green acacias and swaying grass contrast starkly against the red sand of the Kalahari Dunes. A variety of antelope, smaller mammals, insects and reptiles inhabit this desert- explore this specialized ecosystem with your experienced guide. After a sundowner on one of the dunes return to the lodge for dinner.
Day 4
This morning we will continue to drive through the Kalahari, heading south to the Quiver Tree Forest near Keettmanshoop. The Quiver trees or Kokerbooms got their name from their lightweight branches, which were formerly used as quivers by the San hunters. They removed the branches fibrous insides and were left with a strong hollow tube. After lunch we will continue on to Fish River Canyon and its spectacular northern fringes. Fish River, which joins the Orange River 70km south of the canyons has been gouging out this gorge for eons. The canyon measures 160km in length and up to 27km in width and the dramatic inner canyon reaches a depth of 550m.
Day 5
This morning commences on the edge of the Fish River Canyon, where we gaze 550 metres into this geographical phenomenon. In the afternoon we will be taken on a nature drive to observe the fragile desert ecosystem & the plant life that thrives here.
Day 6
After breakfast we travel to the Succulent Karoo Desert. After winter rains, this desert unfolds in a carpet of flowers and an explosion of bright colours. It is one of the 20 most important biomes in the world and counts as the most specie diverse desert on earth. We will explore the sweeping desert plains with its miscellany of organisms on a nature drive in the late afternoon.
Day 7
This morning we will experience spectacular scenery as we drive along the southern peninsula to Luderitz. Luderitz is a surreal colonial relic sandwiched between the barren Namib Desert coast and the windswept South Atlantic. Barely touched by the 21st century it resembles the quintessential German village with its churches, bakeries, cafes and Art Nouveau architecture.
Day 8
This morning we will then travel north to the oldest desert in the world and our lodge, situated in very close proximity to the breathtaking Sossusvlei.
Day 9
An early morning departure as you commence the guided tour to Sossusvlei. Enjoy this unique desert scenery with some of the highest dunes in the world. The dynamic and star-shaped dunes are ideal for the keen photographer and you have the opportunity to climb one of the over 300 m high dunes leaving you overwhelmed with the view.
Day 10
After a relaxed breakfast we travel up the steep Namibian escarpment back to Windhoek, situated in a valley of the Auas Mountains.
Accommodations
Kalahari Sands Hotel Windhoek The Kalahari Sands Hotel and Casino has a total of 173 rooms which are decorated to blend into their earthy surroundings. The colour scheme is taken from the golden hues of the dunes and combined with the reddish tones of the bushman paintings.
The rooms include air conditioning and heating, colour TV, video channel, radio, telephone, bath, shower, electric shaver plug (220 volts AC, 50 cycles), hairdryers, refrigerator, coffee making facilities, room service is available 24 hours per day, safety deposit boxes and mini bars.
The Dunes is an informal restaurant offering a daily buffet and carvery on Sundays. The choices are sublime and only the freshest ingredients are used. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Excellent yet informal selection of the A la carte menu is available. A section of the restaurant has been reserved for non-smokers. The terrace shaded by an awning, overlooks Independence Av.
The Oasis Bar is situated opposite the hotel reception, and is an ideal place for a cooling sundowner or rendezvous spot for hotel residents and the downtown Windhoek business community alike. The ambiance is warm and welcoming and our resident pianist is guaranteed to help you unwind.
Kalahari Anib Lodge
Kalahari Anib Lodge is nestled in a lush green oasis under high palm trees, set amidst the red dunes of the Kalahari Desert. This area is notable for the green acacias and yellow grasses that grow in the red sand. Kalahari Anib Lodge has a restaurant, bar, verandah and the lodge has two swimming pools. There is both indoor and outdoor dining areas. Animals including springbok, gemsbok and ostrich can be found around the lodge. Jackal, hare and porcupine inhabit the dunes and dune valleys of the Kalahari Desert as well. The area is also home to the Kori Bustard, the largest flying bird of all, and huge colonies of weaver birds are resident in the lodge's grounds.
Canon Lodge Fish River Canyon
Cañon Lodge is located in Gondwana Cañon Park, only 20 km from the Fish River Canyon. The 25 en-suite chalets are thatched and built from natural stone. Nestled against massive granite boulders, you will feel that you are living in the lap of nature. Linger at the restaurant and take a closer look at the carefully arranged decoration from the pioneering days of farming. For exploring the park on your own the choice is between horse, four-wheel drive and walking stick. Or just relax with a book on our terrace shaded by trees or at the swimming pool. Seeing the winding gorges of the canyon from the air, from a Cessna, could well be the highlight of your holiday.
Desert Horse Inn
Located in the Aus Mountains at 1,400 metres above sea level, Desert Horse Inn affords grand vistas of mountain scenery and sweeping desert plains. It consists of 24 spacious and tastefully decorated en suite rooms. Relax with sundowners on the wooden deck before enjoying a 3-course meal in the restaurant. Exchange travel experiences and recommendations at the evocative Wild Horse Bar or at the cosy fireplace in the lounge.
Namib Naukluft Lodge
The best spot to experience the living desert is on our 13,000 ha farm, which was pronounced as a private nature reserve in 1999 and hosts the upmarket Namib Naukluft Lodge. Stunning sceneries invite you to nature drives and walks. Enjoy your stay in unexpected comfort and friendly hospitality. Enjoy the ever-changing pastel colours of the beautiful Pro-Namib. Namib Naukluft Lodge offers 16 tastefully furnished rooms with en-suite facilities and a private, spacious patio with a striking view. Excellent traditional meals are served in the restaurant, on the adjacent verandah or in the boma from the open fire. The lounge and pool area offer a relaxed atmosphere after an active day in the desert.
Other recommendations
This package can be taken on its own as it includes the very best of southern Namibia including the must see flaming red sand dunes of Sossusvlei. You may also wish to add further travel through Namibia such as a package to Etosha National Park, one of Africa’s premier wildlife parks. Please contact our office for packages through these areas.
Flights
Wild Africa Travel Company has excellent return airfares from Australia to Johannesburg and from Johannesburg to Windhoek.
Prices for return economy class return flight from Australia to Windhoek start from:
Ex Perth $1,670
Ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide $1,760
Taxes approximately $615
Actual prices and taxes will depend on dates of travel. Please contact our office on free-call 1800 615 524 or by email for an exact quote
Our preferred airline to Africa
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommended for the Southern Namibia Tour to cover for irrecoverable prepaid travel costs incurred as a result of unforeseen circumstances. For example, if the passenger becomes unexpectedly ill and is unable to travel then the passenger will be able to recover the total costs of their Southern Namibia Tour package.
Please note every year Wild Africa Travel Company have passengers needing to cancel for many unforeseen reasons. Unfortunately Wild Africa Travel Company is helpless if the passenger has not taken out the appropriate travel insurance.
Travel Insurance is also very important for passengers on their travels as there can be situations where things may go wrong and travellers find themselves needing urgent medical assistance, help with replacing lost luggage, or assistance in making an urgent trip home. Travel insurance can provide coverage for these unforeseen circumstances and also provide peace of mind for the traveller.
Cover can be purchased at time of booking. Please contact for a quote.
Note: Pre-existing conditions are not automatically covered, please make sure the Travel Insurance Policy wording is read and fully understood.
