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Itinerary
gives you both Adventure & Relaxation:
Climb Kilimanjaro - Machame Route and
afterwards take in the history and
culture of Zanzibar whilst relaxing by
the Indian Ocean! |
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This trip are
the home of large to small animals including
birds and reptiles, also there are luxury to
standard lodges, luxury to standard tented
camps and budget campsites. Inside and
outside the parks |
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Visit the 'big five' areas of Tanzania
on this 4 night safari. The itinerary
starts with a Tarangire Park, and then
continues to Lake Manyara,
Serengeti and to be ends Ngorongoro
Crater. |
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This great value budget
road safari takes you to Maasai Mara,
Kenya’s most famous and finest game
sanctuary. Your stay is in a lodge not
under tents unlike most budget offers.
The Mara offers wildlife in such variety
and abundance that it is difficult to
believe.... |
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This tour combines Kenya’s twin
attractions- the safari and beach
experience. You begin at Aberdares where
you find icy rivers, spectacular
waterfalls and rain forests. Here
elephants, buffalos and other animals
visit you at the floodlit waterholes of
The Ark. |
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An unforgettable holiday! - The very
best of Tanzania's wildlife parks combined with
a beach holiday in Zanzibar. Perfect for
Honeymooners. |
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Uganda is
best know for its amazing Gorilla tracking
safaris. Additional activities include white
water rafting, birding and mountaneering
excusrions. |
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Kenya Safaris
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A very
comprehensive one week safari of Kenya. The
safari starts from Nairobi, goes straight to
the
Lake Baringo,
then to Lake Nakuru and to be ends Masai
Mara |
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This is the
perfect 14 day holiday for romantics -
combining a Tanzanian safari with time on
the beach in Zanzibar.... |
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8 days
Windhoek to Windhoek
OVERVIEW
This safari offers nature at its best - from a magical night at
Spitzkoppe exploring the ancient rock paintings to the wild camp of
Hobatere in a private wildlife concession with it's own viewing
hide. There is an optional half day excursion to visit the Nomadic
Himba people near Opuwo before travelling through the Western Gate
of Etosha (only accessible by Namibian Tour Operators) for a full
days game viewing with no-one else around. Finally we end our safari
experience with our last night at the beautiful Waterberg Bush Camp
and enjoy a short and informative walk on the plateau and see the
beautiful sunset. For the adventurous we kick start this safari with
an accommodated night in Swakopmund where you can join one of the
many adventure activities such as sand boarding, quad biking,
dolphin cruises and just simply walk along the Atlantic shore and
listen to the pounding of the waves.
PRICE: N$3900 + N$750 Local payment in cash (Valid until 31st
OCT 2007)
Himba Excursion as an optional activity that must be pre-booked and
pre-paid prior to safari departure.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Himba - N$650/PERSON
DEPARTS: Every Wednesday from Windhoek or Swakomund
Vehicle Used: 4x4 with pop top roof
Maximum Group Size: 8 + 2 guides
Single Supplement: None
ITINERARY
Day 1 DUNEDIN STAR GUESTHOUSE, SWAKOPMUND – Departure from
Chameleon Guesthouse and Backpackers at 8.30am to Swakopmund. After
collecting fresh supplies for lunch we drive to the port town of
Walvis Bay where we visit the lagoon, which is a protected RAMSAR
wetland site. We may see the many species of bird including Greater
and Lesser Flamingos, pelicans, avocets, plovers and the endemic
Damara Tern before a short visit to the nearby salt farm. We return
to Swakopmund where your guide will assist those wishing to book
optional adventure activities such as sand boarding, quad biking,
scenic flights, parachuting, dolphin cruises to name but a few,
which you have time for this afternoon and tomorrow morning.
Overnight in comfortable twin/double rooms with en-suite bathroom
close to the town centre. Laundry facilities are available here.
This evening’s meal is a group dinner in a restaurant at client’s
own expense. (L)
Day 2 SPITZKOPPE – this morning you have free time to visit
the museum, explore the town, visit the aquarium or partake in
optional activities such as sand boarding and quad biking. After
lunch we depart for Spitzkoppe and arrive late afternoon and set up
camp. Late afternoon climb to the natural rock arch and enjoy the
vistas across the desert or explore the desert floor wandering
around and seeing the amazing rock formations created by erosion
over thousands of years. Dinner prepared by the Guide with
assistance from Apprentice Guide. Evening spent under a million
stars. Overnight remote bush camp. (B,L,D)
Day 3 HOBATERE – this morning we explore the rock art of the
Spitzkoppe at different sites. We then proceed to the dry Huab river
where we have lunch and you have the opportunity to meet the local
Herero woman who sell their beautiful dolls. We then continue north
and stop at Kamanjab for fresh supplies before arriving at camp late
afternoon. Our camp is unfenced and has a viewing hide overlooking a
waterhole near by. During the dry season there is the chance that
desert elephant, lion or other game will wander close to or through
camp. Dinner prepared by Guide with assistance from Apprentice
Guide. (B,L,D)
Day 4 HOBATERE – You have a choice today, either join
the optional Himba Excursion or relax around camp and enjoy sitting
at the viewing hide. The half day excursion to visit the nomadic
Himba people of Kaokoland near Opuwo. We collect Queen Elizabeth,
our local himba guide, and visit her family village for an
experience of a lifetime. Photography is unlimted and ensure you
bring some small change to barter for some distinctive Himba
jewellery from the villagers or Queen Elizabeth at the end of your
visit. For those staying at camp today you can relax at the viewing
hide or around camp, please note that this is an open game area and
large game can wander through camp. Dinner prepared by Guide with
assistance from Apprentice Guide. (B,L,D)
Day 5 OKAUKEUJO, ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK - early departure as we
cross directly through the Western Gate of Etosha for a full days
game drive to Okaukeujo. Lunch is taken en-route through the park
and enjoy the many waterholes whilst looking for species such as
elephant, lion, rhino, kudu, giraffe, springbok, zebra and many
more. We arrive at camp late afternoon and set up tents, then you
can relax by the waterhole for a fabulous African sunset. Dinner
prepared by Guide with assistance from Apprentice Guide. Nighttime
viewing at flood lit waterhole. (B,L,D)
Day 6 NAMUTONI, ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK – sunrise departure from
camp for full morning game drive. Transit across the park visiting
various waterholes along the way. We spend the hottest part of the
day at Halali camp where we have lunch and enjoy a swim, sit by the
waterhole at camp or enjoy an afternoon snooze. Mid afternoon game
drive to Namutoni via the famous Etosha Pan and marvel at the
shimmering mirages and distant horizons. Dinner prepared by Guide
and Apprentice Guide. Nighttime viewing at flood lit waterhole. (B,L,D)
Day 7 WATERBERG PLATEAU - sunrise game drive and return to camp
for breakfast. We have short stops at Lake Otjikoto and Tsumeb to
pick up fresh supplies. Lunch is taken at Hoba Meteorite – the
worlds largest meteorite, before continuing onto Chameleon’s bush
camp at the eastern end of Waterberg Plateau. Witness the fabulous
colours of the lichen growing on the rock face of the plateau at
sunset from the top of the plateau directly above our camp. Dinner
prepared by Guide with assistance from Apprentice Guide. Evening
spent around campfire (B,L,D)
Day 8 WINDHOEK - your guide will lead you on a short hike
through the ravine at the base of the plateau. After brunch we
return to Windhoek via the Okahandja Craft Markets for those last
minute gifts. We arrive at Chameleon Guesthouse where you can enjoy
an after safari drink and share your memories of your safari. (B,L)
PLEASE NOTE – the itinerary above is a guideline only and
whilst we try to adhere to it there may be circumstances when it may
change – for example weather and/or road conditions, seasonal
daylight hours etc. Overnight stops on occasion may be altered from
those indicated above.
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