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OVERVIEW
For those with limited time a trip to the famous red sand sea of
Sossusvlei is a must. As one of Namibia’s highlights the Namibia is
the oldest desert in the world and you will have ample opportunity
to explore the dunes and enjoy the vast desert vista. To finish off
we spend a night in the coastal town of Swakopmund.
PRICE: N$2230 plus N$520 - Local payment in cash (Valid until
31st Oct 2007)
DEPARTS: Every Monday from Windhoek
Vehicle Used: 4x4
Maximum Group Size: 8 + 2 guides
Single Supplement: None
ITINERARY:
Day 1 SESRIEM – Departure from Chameleon Guesthouse and
Backpackers at 8:30am. Driving through the rugged Khomas Hochland
mountain range we descend to the desert floor via the Gamsberg Pass,
an imposing flat topped mountain and one of the highest points in
Namibia, which provides a dramatic back drop for our roadside lunch.
After a short stop at Solitaire, we arrive at camp mid afternoon and
set up your tents underneath the ancient camel thorn trees then
enjoy a late afternoon walk across the desert to Elim’s Dune on the
edge of the famous sand dune sea with views across to the nearby
mountains. We return to camp just after sunset to enjoy our dinner
prepared by Guide with assistance from Apprentice Guide. Overnight
camping (L,D)
Day 2 SESRIEM – Pre dawn departure from camp to drive the
65km to Sossusvlei where we watch the sunrise from this spectacular
and unique area (dependent on opening time of inner park gate). We
head up a dune close to Sossusvlei then walk to Dead Vlei with its
large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn
trees scattered around, contrasting with a backdrop of huge
orange-red dunes that make for superb photographic opportunities. We
enjoy a mid morning brunch after exploring this dramatic and
desolate landscape before returning to camp for a swim and this
afternoon explore nearby Sesriem Canyon on foot. Enjoy another
spectacular sunset surrounded by this colourful desert and sleep
under the bright stars of the southern hemisphere. Overnight camping
and dinner prepared by Guide with assistance from Apprentice Guide.
(B,L,D)
Day 3 DUNEDIN STAR GUESTHOUSE, SWAKOPMUND – Early morning
departure from camp stopping at the one horse town of Solitaire
before continuing through the desert with its endless views across
the pastel-coloured gravel plains to the port town of Walvis Bay. We
visit the lagoon, which is a protected RAMSAR wetland site, where we
may see the many species of birds including Greater and Lesser
Flamingos, pelicans, avocets, plovers and the endemic Damara Tern,
then a short trip to the nearby salt farm. We continue onto the
quaint town of Swakopmund, full of historic buildings and 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. (B,L)
Day 4 WINDHOEK - after breakfast you have the morning at
leisure, enjoy optional activities such as sand boarding or just
explore the town and enjoy a coffee and cake in one of the many
cafes or wander along the beach watching the crashing waves of the
Atlantic Ocean. After lunch your vehicle will return to Windhoek via
the Okahandja craft markets. (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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