DAILY ITINERARY
Day 1 Thursday, Arrive Windhoek
Arrival at Windhoek International Airport, where your guide will meet
you and bring you to Windhoek, here you will enjoy a city tour. Hilltop
House is perched on one of Windhoek's hills and only a few minutes’ walk
from town centre. Each room has wonderful views of eastern Windhoek
extending to the mountains in the far distance.
Welcome dinner.
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Day 2 Friday, Windhoek to Kalahari Desert via Rehoboth
Drive south via Rehoboth, capital of the Baster people, into the
Kalahari Desert. The luxurious Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch is nestled
amidst picturesque Kalahari landscape. The spacious bungalows are
scattered unobtrusively around the main lodge area ensuring plenty of
privacy and exquisite views. The wide veranda welcomes to enjoy a
refreshing drink, a pool and extensive library are at guests’ disposal.
An optional walk is also offered. The optional afternoon scenic drive
displays a kaleidoscope of true African colours – red sand, yellow
grass, green trees contrasted by deep blue skies. The occasional
Springbok, Oryx antelope and ostrich dwell in this dune landscape.
B/L/D Bagatelle Game Ranch
Day 3 Saturday, Kalahari Desert to Fish River Canyon
Travel further south to the Fish River Canyon. Along the way the quiver
tree forest will be visited. The Cañon Roadhouse borders the Fish River
Canyon Park. The former farmhouse was converted into a pleasant
restaurant and rustic bar, comfortable and well constructed rooms were
added.
B/L/D Cañon Roadhouse
Day 4 Sunday, Fish River Canyon
The day is spent in the vicinity of the second largest canyon in the
world. On a hike along the eastern gorge breathtaking views are
afforded.
B/L/D Cañon Roadhouse
Day 5 Monday, Fish River Canyon to Luderitz
Continue via Aus to Lüderitz. Once the flourishing beginning of the
German colony, Lüderitz is now an excursion onto the past. Hotel Zum
Sperrgebiet Seaview lies near the Waterfront and offers a small heated
indoor swimming pool and sauna. Most 22 rooms have a balcony with a view
onto the harbour. The restaurant offers delicious fresh seafood.
B/L/D Hotel Zum Sperrgebiet Seaview
Day 6 Tuesday, Luderitz to Klein-Aus Vista
Klein-Aus Vista is located at the border to the ”Sperrgebiet” (diamond
restricted area) west of Aus. From this point at 1500 m above sea level
the Namib drops over the next 120 km to sea level at Lüderitz. The main
building of Klein-Aus Vista offers a small bar, restaurant and three
charming guest rooms as well as nine bungalows. Seven kilometres further
is Eagles Nest with six separate rooms affording astonishing views over
the Namib. The area of the legendary wild horses of Garup is only a few
kilometres away.
B/L/D Klein-Aus Vista - Eagles Nest
Day 7 Wednesday, Klein-Aus Vista to Zebra River
Drive along Namib Naukluft Park to the Tsaris Mountains. The intimate
Zebra River Lodge is situated approximately 90 kilometres from Sesriem
amongst the desolate Tsaris Mountains.
B/L/D Zebra River Lodge
Day 8 Thursday, Zebra River
Time to relax at Zebra River Lodge. Marianne and Rob Field create a
warm and welcoming atmosphere. Various hiking trails e.g. to a natural
spring, invite to marvel at this ruggedly beautiful landscape.
B/L/D Zebra River Lodge
Day 9 Friday, Zebra River to Sesriem
Today you visit Sossusvlei, boasting some of the highest dunes in the
world. The dramatic colours, enhanced by the rising and setting sun, may
be experienced. A 4WD shuttle is available for the last stretch to
Sossusvlei as thick dune sand blocks the road. A visit to Sesriem Canyon
is possible before leaving the park. Afterwards continue to Solitaire
Guest Farm, which is situated ± 75 km north of Sesriem. The
friendly and interesting hosts of German-Afrikaans origin create a
comfortable atmosphere as expected on a traditional guest farm. Over a
hearty farm-style meal one can learn much about the country, its people
and life in rural Namibia. The wide plain is scattered with Kamelthorn
acacias, with mountain ranges and dunes forming the backdrop.
B/L/D Solitaire Guest Farm
Day 10 Saturday, Sesriem to Swakopmund
Continue
through the Kuiseb Canyon and across the Namib Desert to the Atlantic
Coast. Along the way the ancient Welwitschia mirabilis desert plant and
moon landscape will be visited.
Beach Lodge offers a unique and
special location of being directly at the shore of the ocean. Every room
has an exquisite view of the sea through oversized windows or large
glass sliding doors. For warm and romantic evenings all rooms are
equipped with a fireplace, as Namibia’s coast is known for its cold
mist. The building in shape and with the large round window strongly
resembles an ocean liner.
B/L/D Beach Lodge
Day 11 Sunday, Swakopmund
In
the morning guided walk through this small town with the German touch.
In the afternoon drive to the harbour town Walvisbay and visit the
lagoon, which is famous as a bird‘s paradise.
B/L/D Beach Lodge
Day 12 Monday, Swakopmund to Damaraland
The journey continues along the Atlantic Coast into Damaraland.
Doro Nawas Camp is situated in ruggedly beautiful Damaraland in the
valley of the dry Aba-Huab River. The design and decor of the rooms
blends into the surrounding scenery, allowing panoramic views from
terraces and flat rooftops. The historic site of Twyfelfontein with its
ancient rock engravings is only 25 km from the lodge.
Today you
visit the historical sight Twyfelfontein and the surrounding sights
Burnt Mountain and the Valley of the Organ Pipes. On a short hike at
Twyfelfontein some of the 2500 rock graving and paintings can be seen.
B/L/D Doro Nawas Camp
Day 13 Tuesday, Damaraland
Today drive to another lodge in the area. Grootberg Lodge lies in
rugged Damaraland, 90 km west of Kamanjab, atop Grootberg plateau. The
eleven thatched bungalows blend into the surrounding landscape and
invite with simple elegance. Upon arrival guests are collected at the
reception area at the bottom of the mountain and are treated to an
adventurous drive onto the plateau. The bungalows and main entertainment
area with restaurant and bar afford breath-taking views over the vast,
untamed beauty of Damaraland. The Klip Rivier valley below is rich in
wildlife including the legendary desert elephants that frequent this
area. Guests may be rewarded with the powerful roar of a lion or the
bone-chilling trumpet of an elephant.
B/L/D Grootberg Lodge
Day 14 Wednesday, Damaraland to Etosha National Park
Travel to Etosha National Park renowned for its diversity of wild life.
Etosha Safari Camp is situated only a short distance from the southern
park gate (Andersson Gate). The uniquely designed safari bungalows are
spacious and the veranda affords a beautiful view over the thorn bush
savannah. Meals are served in a rustic yet tastefully decorated
restaurant. A large swimming pool is at guests’ disposal.
B/L/D Etosha Safari Camp
Day 15 Thursday, Etosha National Park
Enjoy a day of game viewing across Etosha National Park. Shortly before
sunset head to the eastern park gate. Onguma Bush Camp is situated
within the private Onguma Nature Reserve, bordering Etosha National Park
on the East. The former farmstead was extensively renovated to a
comfortable accommodation. After a long day of game viewing the pool is
inviting. From the raised wooden deck, guests can observe the comings
and goings at the nearby water hole, which is often frequented by lions
and other game.
B/L/D Onguma Bush Camp
Day 16 Friday, Etosha National Park
Another day of game viewing in Etosha National Park, while on the
outlook for lions, elephants, eland and damara-dikdik (the largest and
smallest antelope respectively), giraffes and many more.
B/L/D Onguma Bush Camp
Day 17 Saturday, Etosha National Park to Otavi Mountains
Travel past the legendary Lake Otjikoto and past the mining town of
Tsumeb, where the museum will be visited. Ohange Namibia Lodge is
situated in the Otavi Mountains, offering friendly service and personal
attention. The lodge consists of ten unique African style Mountain Huts,
with en-suite facilities affording sweeping views on the water hole and
the Otavi Mountains. The abundant wildlife can be observed from the
vantage point of the lodge, on hikes, horse rides or game drives.
B/L/D Ohange Namibia Lodge
Day 18 Sunday, Otavi Mountains to Windhoek suburb
Drive via Otjiwarongo to Okahandja, where an exquisite woodcraft market
will be visited. Karivo Nature Lodge is situated in the eastern
highlands of Namibia approximately 40 km to Windhoek International
Airport. The lodge is built against one of the many hills overlooking
the bush savannah. The rooms are double-story boasting two balconies.
The tropical courtyard with a waterfall offers shelter during the heat
of the day. Optional activities include game drives, hikes and horseback
rides, and after sunset stargazing.
Farewell dinner.
B/L/D Karivo Nature Lodge
Day 19 Monday, Depart Windhoek International Airport
Depending on the time of departure, your guide will bring you to Windhoek International Airport for your departure flight.
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