Highlights of Namibia

Highlights of Namibia

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Highlights of Namibia

10 Days Starting and ending in Windhoek, Namibia

Visiting: Windhoek, Namib Desert, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha National Park

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Safari Tours

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2624

NB: Prices correct on 23-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Namibia with the "Highlights of Namibia" tour. Discover the awe-inspiring Sossusvlei, home to the world's highest sand dunes, and explore the ancient rock carvings at Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Witness the unique flora and fauna of the Namib-Naukluft Desert, including the rare Welwitschia mirabilis plant. Experience the vibrant wildlife of Etosha National Park, where you can spot the Big Five. Visit the serene Deadvlei and the shallow lagoon in Walvis Bay, a haven for African flamingos. Travel comfortably in a modern A/C motor coach and enjoy superior accommodations, daily breakfast, and the expertise of an English-speaking tour guide. This tour promises a blend of natural wonders, cultural heritage, and thrilling wildlife encounters.

Highlights

  • Discover Namibia's stunning Sossusvlei, home to the world's highest and most mesmerizing sand dunes

  • Visit Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient rock carvings and paintings

  • See a collection of fossilized trees at the Petrified Forest, including Earth's oldest living desert plant

  • Embark on a safari to spot the Big Five – lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos – in Etosha National Park

  • Explore the surreal Deadvlei, surrounded by some of the highest dunes on earth

  • Visit the shallow lagoon in Walvis Bay, a RAMSAR World Heritage Site, home to over 80% of African flamingos

  • Experience the unique fauna and flora of the Namib-Naukluft Desert, including oryx, springbok, and Hartmann's Mountain Zebra

Places You'll See

Etosha National Park

Etosha National Park

Itinerary

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Day 1: In Flight

Location: Windhoek

Accommodation Name: Onboard flight

Meals Included: Dinner

Continue your flight to Windhoek. Relax, unwind, and enjoy inflight meals and services on board.




Overnight onboard flight

Day 2: Windohek (Arrival) - Namib Desert (-/-/-)

Location: Namib Desert

Accommodation Name: Lodge in Namib Desert

On arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport, Windhoek, you will be met and transferred to your lodge at the Namib Desert for the night.  This is the gateway to Sesriem Canyon and Sossusvlei, where some of the highest sand dunes on Earth stand towering over the white desert plains. The afternoon can be spent relaxing at the pool or taking part in optional activities offered at our lodge.




Overnight in Namib Desert

Day 3: Namib Desert (B/-/-)

Location: Namib Desert

Accommodation Name: Lodge in Namib Desert

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a delicious breakfast, you will start your day with a guided tour of the Namib-Naukluft Desert, an ancient land with an ageless spirit. It is home to some of the rarest plant and animal species in the world. Sightings of this unique fauna and flora are a must on a Namibian safari. The animals of this harsh landscape include the oryx, springbok and Hartmanns Mountain Zebra. You will be captivated by the surreal Deadvlei surrounded by some of the highest dunes on earth and Sossusvlei, where the dry Tsauchab River ends abruptly amongst dunes. Take the opportunity to walk up one of these majestic dunes to admire the desert landscape beneath. Thereafter you visit the Sesriem Canyon, a life-sustaining natural phenomenon in the heart of the Namib Desert.




Overnight in Namib Desert

Day 4: Namib Desert – Swakopmund (B/-/-)

Wesley Rosenblum
Olivier Armani

Location: Swakopmund

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Swakopmund

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, you will start your day going to the little settlement of Solitaire, on the edge of the Namib Naukluft National Park, here you can enjoy a cup of coffee before traveling to Swakopmund via the desolate, rolling hills of the Kuiseb Valley towards the Atlantic Ocean. After reaching the coastal harbor town of Walvis Bay, you will visit the shallow lagoon, one of the most important wetland areas on the African continent and a RAMSAR World Heritage Site. Over 80% of the African flamingos feed in this lagoon. Continuing along the scenic route between the dune belt and the Atlantic Ocean you will reach Swakopmund, a popular holiday destination in Namibia. Here you will spend the rest of the day is spent at leisure.




Overnight in Swakopmund

Day 5: Swakopmund (B/-/-)

Wesley Rosenblum
Olivier Armani

Location: Swakopmund

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Swakopmund

Meals Included: Breakfast

In Swakopmund, sometimes called the playground of Namibia you will have the opportunity to explore the fascinating features of the Namib Desert and the animals and plants that occur and survive there. Embrace the relaxed pace of this idyllic coastal town whilst enjoying coffee and freshly baked pastries in one of the many cafes, explore the rugged, sweltering desert on a day tour, or view this awesome, environment from the air on a scenic flight. Perhaps youd like to push adrenaline to its limits with extreme adventures such as skydiving over the desert or quad biking and sandboarding on the dunes.




Overnight in Swakopmund

Day 6: Swakopmund – Damaraland (B/-/-)

Location: Damaraland

Accommodation Name: Lodge in Damaraland

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will head north, traveling past the Brandberg, Namibias highest mountain (2.579m), into Damaraland, one of the least populated and geologically diverse areas in Africa. This place is home to the elusive desert elephant, the black rhino and free-roaming antelope species. Accompanied by a local Damara guide you will visit Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO heritage site where Bushman communities engraved and painted over 2.500 pictures around 6.000 years ago. After a visit to the nearby Living Museum of the Damara you will visit the Petrified Forest - a geological phenomenon depicting the creation and metamorphosis of wood into stone amongst some of the oldest landmasses on Earth. Here you will see the Welwitschia mirabilis plant – the oldest living desert plant on Earth.




Overnight in Damaraland

Day 7: Damaraland – Etosha National Park (B/-/-)

Nrupesh Soni
Peter Schmid
András Szőllősy

Location: Etosha National Park

Accommodation Name: Camp in Etosha National Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a hearty breakfast, you will travel to Etosha National Park, Namibias best-known highlight and famous for its vast amount of wildlife. Etosha was declared a National Park in 1907 and it is home to approx. 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and, surprisingly, one species of , fish. Once you reach the camp you will head onto our first safari into the National Park. Together with your guide you will explore the various water,holes located close to Okaukuejo and the Anderson gate.




Overnight in Etosha National Park

Day 8: Etosha National Park (B/-/-)

Nrupesh Soni
Peter Schmid
András Szőllősy

Location: Etosha National Park

Accommodation Name: Camp in Etosha National Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

Board your touring vehicle and spend another day in Etoshas unique desert landscape searching for amongst other animals, its large population of elephants and marveling at its prolific bird life. Today you will spend a full day in this world-class game park in your touring vehicle, visiting several waterholes to observe the wildlife. Etosha translated, means ‘The place of dry water and here you get our first view of the magnificent pan. The Etosha Pan is a vast, bare, open expanse of shimmering green and white that covers around 4 800km², almost a quarter of the beautiful Etosha National Park.  At 130 kms long and up to 50kms wide in places, it is comfortably the largest salt pan in Africa and is the parks most distinctive and dramatic feature, visible even from space.




Overnight in Etosha National Park

Day 9: Etosha National Park - Windohek (B/-/-)

Nrupesh Soni
Peter Schmid
András Szőllősy

Location: Etosha National Park

Accommodation Name: Camp in Etosha National Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy a delicious breakfast and embark on a game drive in the Etosha National Park, you may encounter animal species you might not have seen the previous day. The Etosha Pan dominates the park.  During Etoshas notorious dry spells the pan is a deathly place, lying parched and cracked under the molten African sun. It is claimed that game viewing is best during the dry spells as animals will then congregate closer to water. But even in the rainy season, the park remains an abundant wildlife haven. You will have the pleasure of experiencing the rebirth of life as the young foals, cubs and chicks are seen frolicking with their parents and the sprouting new green shrubs and grasses create a pleasing green oasis. In the afternoon you will travel back to the lodge, where you can enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure




Overnight in Etosha National Park

Day 10: Etosha National Park – Windhoek (B/-/-)

Location: Windhoek

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will travel back to Windhoek where you will be transferred to the airport in time for your departure flight. Time permitting, en route you may stop at the famous wood carvers market in Okahandja or the craft market in the main street in Windhoek to pick up the last few souvenirs.

What's Included

  • 08 Nights accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

    Stay in comfortable, superior hotels or similar accommodations for 8 nights on a twin-sharing basis.

  • Daily breakfast

    Enjoy a daily breakfast during your stay.

  • Arrival and departure transfer in Windhoek

    Transfers from and to the airport in Windhoek are included.

  • Services of an English-speaking tour guide

    Benefit from the services of an English-speaking tour guide throughout the trip.

  • All Transportation in a modern A/C Motor Coach

    Travel comfortably in a modern air-conditioned motor coach.

  • All Sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary

    All sightseeing activities and entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are included.

  • Porterage at hotels

    Porterage services at hotels are included.

  • All local and applicable taxes

    All local and applicable taxes are covered.

What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities

    Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.

  • Optional tours

    Optional tours and activities are not included.

  • Visa application and fees

    Visa application and associated fees are not included.

  • Items not mentioned as being included

    Any items not specifically mentioned as included are excluded.

Mode of Transport

All transportation is provided in a modern A/C Motor Coach, ensuring a comfortable and scenic journey through Namibia's diverse landscapes.

Accommodation

Enjoy 08 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, providing comfort and convenience throughout your Namibian adventure.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    All transportation is provided in a modern air-conditioned motor coach, ensuring a comfortable and scenic journey through Namibia's diverse landscapes.

  • What type of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    You will enjoy 8 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, providing comfort and convenience throughout your Namibian adventure.

  • Is there a tour guide provided?

    Yes, the services of an English-speaking tour guide are provided throughout the trip.

  • Are airport transfers included?

    Yes, arrival and departure transfers in Windhoek are included.

  • What kind of activities are included in the tour?

    The tour includes all sightseeing activities and entrance fees as per the itinerary, such as visits to Sossusvlei, Twyfelfontein, the Petrified Forest, Etosha National Park, Deadvlei, and the lagoon in Walvis Bay.

  • What wildlife can I expect to see on this tour?

    You can expect to see a variety of wildlife including the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos) in Etosha National Park, as well as oryx, springbok, Hartmann's Mountain Zebra, and African flamingos.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, there are optional activities available, such as relaxing at the pool, exploring the Namib Desert, and extreme adventures like skydiving, quad biking, and sandboarding in Swakopmund.

  • What is the significance of the places visited on this tour?

    The tour visits several significant sites including Sossusvlei, home to the world's highest sand dunes; Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient rock carvings; the Petrified Forest with fossilized trees; and Etosha National Park, known for its vast wildlife. Additionally, you will visit Deadvlei, surrounded by high dunes, and the lagoon in Walvis Bay, a RAMSAR World Heritage Site.

  • Are there any taxes or additional fees included in the tour price?

    Yes, all local and applicable taxes are covered in the tour price.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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    Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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