Namibia Highlights | Explorer Tour

"Clear blue skies, expansive scenery, desolate wilderness places, ancient geological formations, interesting flora and abundant wildlife… this tour explores the diversity and contrasts of Namibia, and is top of the list for adventurous travellers who love wide-open spaces!"

Namibia Explorer Tour

Tour highlights:

• Tour starts in the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Cape Town - gateway to Africa
• Spectacular views of the Fish River Canyon
• Visit to historical Luderitz, including Kolmanskop 'ghost mining town'
• Visit Sesriem Canyon, Sossusvlei & Dune 45 on the edge of the mighty Namib Desert
• Swakopmund on the Atlantic coast
• Rock engravings and geological formations of the Twyfelfontein area
• Fantastic wildlife of Etosha National Park and the Waterberg Plateau
• Lake Otjikoto and the Hoba Meteorite
• Many photographic opportunities and highlights

On this tour we explore Namibia, magnificent land of contrasting scenery and cultures. From the Fish River Canyon to historical Luderitz and Kolmanskop 'ghost town'. Sossusvlei and the towering sand dunes of the Namib give way to the coastal region around Swakopmund. The rock paintings of the Brandberg are followed by the amazing geological formations and petroglyphs of the Twyfelfontein area.

The amazing visuals, memorable experiences and sensory highlights keep on coming as we continue to Etosha National Park in the north, one of the most famous wildlife reserves in Africa. Tour the Park with us, and in the evenings sit at the floodlit waterhole where you are sure to be enthralled by the diversity of wildlife that is the focus for many photographic enthusiasts.

From Etosha, we visit Lake Otjikoto and the Hoba Meteorite en route to Waterberg Plateau Park, all that remains of an ancient sandstone highland that once covered a substantial part of northern Namibia. Visit the extensive craft markets of Okahandja on our return route to Windhoek. The last night on tour is spent at a comfortable guest farm near the city. Guests are transferred to Windhoek International Airport next morning where the tour ends.

Clear blue skies, stunning wilderness places, magical sunrises and sunsets, diverse cultural highlights, ancient geological formations, and the varied wildlife and birds of Etosha and the Waterberg... this tour is an exploration of the amazing diversity and contrasts that Namibia has to offer, and should be top of the list for the adventurous traveller who loves wide-open spaces!

Important notes:

• Northern Namibia (Etosha area) is a malaria risk area - consult your doctor or travel clinic for advice
• Passports are required for entry to Namibia. Depending on nationality, visas may be required.
• A single soft bag (maximum 60 litre volume) plus small day-pack only is permitted
• A canvas ground tent with groundsheet, mosquito netting and flysheet is provided, together with a camp-bed and foam mattress
• Bring your own sleeping bag and pillow, or ask us to provide these freshly-laundered items for you at a nominal charge
• Breakfast, snack-lunch and dinner is provided daily
• Soft drinks and bottled water included

Contact us for further information on this tour.

Information

Tour cost includes:

• Transport in 4x4 vehicle with tour guide
• Accommodation & camping costs
• Camping equipment
• Park & reserve entrance & conservation fees
• Meals as specified
• Bottled water & soft drinks
• Specified activities

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Fitness level:

Guests should be reasonably fit to cope with the climatic, travelling, camping and walking elements of the tour

Essentials:

Light-weight clothing, warm jacket or jersey, light rain jacket, wide-brimmed hat, sunblock, open shoes, sturdy closed shoes (eg. hiking boots)

Recommended:

Sunglasses, binoculars, camera equipment, anti-bug spray

Distance:

5,600 km Cape Town to Windhoek