Namibia Tour - Africa Exotica | A Travel & Tourism Company

Embracing diversity with a true sense of unity

Only in Namibia can you experience panoramic views and plenty of perspective.

Namibians are Proud of being Namibian, and for Good Reason

Namibia is renowned for its herds of rare desert elephants, wild horses, and massive seal colonies. It’s one of the last great untouched areas on planet Earth.

This land of untamed charm is enchanting and captivating, with its German-inspired towns, uninhabitable deserts, wildlife-filled bushland and shipwrecked coastline.

Highlights:
Cape Town, Orange River, Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha, Western Caprivi, Chobe National Park & Victoria Falls

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Arrival Cape Town, South Africa

Highlights: Cape Town, Orange River, Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha, Western Caprivi, Chobe National Park & Victoria Falls On the evening before departure, your guide will host a pre-tour briefing along with a dinner at Gold restaurant. The guide will meet you at The City Lodge Hotel, V&A Waterfront at 6 pm to transfer you to the restaurant for the dinner and briefing. Dining at Gold begins with the drumbeat of the djembe drum. An interactive drum circle offers you the opportunity to join in and learn how to play the djembe. You will be drumming with the rest of Africa in no time! The cuisine is authentically Cape Malay and African and is served by beautifully clad waitrons with African-style baskets. During your meal, you will be entertained by live performances. Guests are welcomed to Gold by the Mali Puppets who sing and dance in time to the drum beats. Meals: Dinner at Gold

Welcome

West Coast of South Africa and the Namaqualand Flowers, South Africa

During the first day of the tour, we make our way up the West Coast, stopping at the beach on the Atlantic Ocean to see Table Mountain across the bay. We continue our journey and with any luck, you will see the spectacular carpets of wildflowers of the famous Namaqualand region. One of the finest views in the Cape can be found in the majestic Cederberg Mountains. As our accommodation for tonight, we are staying at The Old Village, a citrus farm outside of Citrusdal. In the afternoon, we go on a nature walk around the area. Distance: 180km Accommodation: The Old Village or similar Meals: Lunch prepared by guide, dinner at the lodge

DAY 1

Orange River, Namibia

We leave our lodge in the morning for our camp on the banks of the Orange River, which forms the border between South Africa and Namibia. We arrive in the afternoon where you can spend the rest of the day relaxing in the water that has supplied the region with its famous diamonds. We will enjoy our evening meal prepared by our guide around the campfire in the African wilderness. Distance: 470km Accommodation: Felix Unite River Camp at Orange River (Cabana’s) or similar Meals: Breakfast at lodge, lunch & dinner prepared by guide

DAY 2

Fish River Canyon

Early departure for the Fish River Canyon. En route, we will visit Ais Ais to explore the hot springs. Here thermal water rich in sulphates and fluorides and with a temperature of approx 60°C gushes forth from the springs. In the Nama language, "Ai-Ais" means "burning water". We then proceed to our accommodation which is situated close to the Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon on earth. Later in the evening, we take in another perfect African sunset with magnificent views and scenery along the edge of the canyon. Distance: 171km + 50km Accommodation: Canyon RoadhouseLodge or similar Meals: Breakfast at lodge, Lunch prepared by guide, dinner at the lodge

DAY 3

Namib Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Our journey today takes us inland towards the barren, arid and sometimes rocky landscape of the Namib Naukluft National Park. We spend the next 2 nights at the unique Le Mirage Resort & Spa. Distance: 536km Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge or similar Meals: Breakfast at lodge, Lunch prepared by guide, dinner at the lodge

DAY 4

Sossusvlei, Namibia

Our tour today takes us to the world's tallest sand dunes at Sossusvlei. As we drive into the park at sunrise, the red sand dunes become absolutely spectacular and make for great photo opportunities. With luck, there may even be water in the vlei (lake). We also stop to view the SesriemCanyon, which was carved millions of years ago by the Tsauchab River. Distance: 100km Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge or similar Meals: Breakfast packs from the lodge, Lunch prepared by guide, dinner at the lodge

DAY 5

Swakopmund, Namibia

The day is spent driving through the Namib Naukluft NationalPark on our way to Swakopmund. The Namib- Naukluft Desert is an ancient land with an ageless spirit. It is home to some of the rarest plant and animal species in the world and sightings of this flora and fauna on a Namibian safari are a must. The animals of this harsh landscape include the oryx, springbok and Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra. We arrive in Swakopmund in the afternoon with time to relax or explore this charming coastal town. Dinner will be taken at The Jetty 1905, a famous local restaurant with 360degree views of the ocean. The Jetty offers a terrific Swakopmund experience blending an integral part of the town’s history with the modern comforts of today. Distance: 360km Accommodation: Hotel Europa Hof or similar Meals: Breakfast at lodge, Lunch prepared by guide

DAY 6

Twyfelfontein, Namibia

An early start takes us along the barren Atlantic coast on our way out of Swakopmund to visit Cape Cross - the largest breeding site of the Cape Fur Seals. Leaving the coastline behind, we head inland across the desert plains for Twyfelfontein to view the ancient Bushmen paintings and engravings. Twyfelfontein was named a World Heritage site in 2007, the first Namibian location to receive this honour. Distance: 350 km Accommodation: Twyfelfontein Country Lodge or similar Meals: Breakfast at lodge, Lunch prepared by guide, dinner at the lodge

DAY 7

Grootberg, Namibia

An early morning start takes us to the Petrified Forest, the trees of which are estimated to be 250 million years old. The next stop is Grootberg Lodge, where we will stay for two nights. For the tourism industry in Namibia, this lodge is a landmark as it is the first middle-market establishment in the country that is owned by the conservancy. The chalets are perched on the lip of the Grootberg Plateau, with an infinite view down the Klip River Valley. On the day of arrival, we will do a scenic drive on the plateau, clients will have the opportunity to enjoy the local flora, the amazing rock formation of the Etendeka Mountain and the shy wild animal inhabitants of this plateau. You may even catch sight of one of the elusive desert Elephants! The next day is free to relax or partake in a number of optional activities including Elephant and Rhino tracking, game drives and nature walks. Distance: 230 km Accommodation: Grootberg Lodge or similar Meals: Day 8: Breakfast at lodge, Lunch prepared by guide, dinner at lodge Day 9: Breakfast & dinner at the lodge

DAY 8 & 9

Etosha National Park, Namibia

The following morning we travel towards Etosha National Park via Kamanjab. We have the opportunity to visit a local Himba village to find out more about their traditions & lifestyle. Experience the milking ceremony and the smoke bath. Learn about their beliefs around the holy fire, ancestors, and herbal medicine. We then continue our journey onto Etosha National Park through the remote western region which was previously off-limits to travellers and an area favoured by the Oryx and many other antelopes. Etosha Game park was declared a National Park in 1907, it is home to approx. 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and, surprisingly, one species of fish. We fill the next 3 days with game drives, which include evening game viewing at floodlit waterholes. You can take a swim in the swimming pool or from sunset till late into the night, the group can watch animals drink at the floodlit waterhole. Distance: 345km + game drives Accommodation: Okaukuejo: Waterhole chalets or similar Meals: Days 10 – 12: Breakfast at lodge, Lunch prepared by guide, dinner at the lodge

DAY 10, 11 & 12

Otavi Mountains, Namibia

Today we travel towards Ohange Lodge north of Otavi travelling through Tsumeb which lies in the heart of the Otavi Mountains. The lodge is shaded by large Marula and Tamboti trees overlooking a landscape that is breathless and peaceful. Distance: 332 km Accommodation: Ohange Lodge or similar Meals: Breakfast at lodge, Lunch prepared by guide, Dinner at the lodge

DAY 13

Kavango River, Namibia

This morning we enjoy a 2 hour guided walk through the most beautiful scenic landscapes on foot. At Ohange you experience the sights, smells and sounds of the African bush on an early morning walk accompanied by an experienced walking safari guide. Our journey continues as we drive towards the Caprivi Strip to the town of Rundu and onto our lodge. In the late afternoon experience another magnificent African sunset on a sundown river cruise (drinks excluded). The next morning is for cultural discovery at the Mbunza Living Museum. The main focus of the Mbunza Living Museum is to provide visitors with detailed and authentic insight into the traditional, pre-colonial culture. The Living Museum, situated at the Samsitu Lake, is a traditional village of the Kavango, who have lived in this area for centuries. Experience daily life in a traditional village, including craftsmanship (production of clothing, mats, jewellery and baskets) and a traditional kitchen. Listen to some old stories of the Kavango and get to know some of the special arts like pottery, wood carving and blacksmithing. Participate in a short bushwalk, where stories are shared and ancient knowledge of plants and fishing techniques. The afternoon is free to relax at the lodge or participate in optional activities. Distance: 359 km Accommodation: Kaisosi River Lodge or similar Meals: Days 14 & 15: Breakfast at lodge, lunch & dinner prepared by guide

DAY 14 & 15

Caprivi, Namibia

We leave Kaisosi lodge and travel to Namushasha which is situated on the banks of the Kwando River on the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia. In the afternoon we will do a sundown cruise on the Kwando River in search of elephants, hippos, buffalo, sable antelope and more. The next morning we will go on a game drive in the Bwabwata National Park. In contrast to the rest of Namibia, this area is lush with riverine forest, marshes, dense savannah and mopane woodland. The afternoon is at leisure. Distance: 453 km Accommodation: Namushushu River Lodge or similar Meals: Days 16 & 17: Breakfast at lodge, lunch by a guide, dinner at the lodge

DAY 16 & 17

Chobe National Park, Botswana

The next morning we head further East along the Caprivi and cross the border back into Botswana to Kasane, the gateway to the Chobe National Park. Chobe, which is the second-largest national park in Botswana and covers 10,566 square km, has one of the greatest concentrations of elephants found on the African continent. Day 19 start your morning off with a hopefully spectacular 3-hour game drive in Chobe National Park. You will return to the lodge to relax before lunch until our boat cruise on the Chobe River starts at 3 pm. Here we can watch elephants, hippos, crocodiles and a variety of birds and more without having to reach for our binoculars – You’ll be close enough for close-up photographs. Distance: 260km Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge or similar Meals: Day 18: Breakfast at lodge, lunch by guide & dinner at lodge Day 19: Breakfast, lunch & dinner at the lodge

DAY 18 & 19

Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Continuing our trip we leave Botswana and drive to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Your guide will take you on a tour of the mighty Victoria Falls, known by the local Kololo tribe as Mosi oa Tunya- “the Smoke that thunders”. The rest of the day may be spent at leisure or partaking in one of the many activities on offer. Distance: 100km Accommodation: A’Zambezi Lodge or similar Meals: Breakfast at Lodge, Lunch prepared by guide

DAY 20

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Today is free for optional activities. We end our last evening together with a traditional Zimbabwean-style meal including entertainment at The Boma place of eating. Accommodation: A’Zambezi Lodge or similar Meals: Breakfast at lodge & dinner at The Boma Optional activities in Victoria Falls Pre-booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. The rates are per person and are quoted in USD. All activities are subject to availability and may require a minimum amount of passengers to operate. Certain activities only operate at specific times of the year. Please contact our reservation office for further information. Should you wish to partake in an activity that is not listed below, we will gladly assist you with rates and reservations.

DAY 21

Depart

We end our tour this morning after one final breakfast together before your group transfer to the airport.

DAY 22