Tailor Made Holidays, Discover Namibia

One of Africa’s great game parks, Etosha can boast a staggering variety of game and birdlife, with some 114 species of animals and 340 species of birds recorded across its 32,000 square kilometres of desert pans and open savannahs. At its centre lies the vast depression of the Etosha Pan, a spectacular expanse of white salt pans, attracting a myriad of wildlife. Game is abundant across these open spaces, with regular sightings of large herds of zebra, gemsbok and elephant, as well as rare black rhino.

One of Africa’s most amazing natural marvels, the spectacular Fish River Canyon is the second largest canyon on earth, reaching almost 550 metres in depth and extending for some 161 km across the semi-arid landscapes of southern Namibia. Its famous hiking trail is considered one of the best in southern Africa, whilst the canyon itself is home to a variety of bird and animal life.

Starting south of the Orange River and continuing up into neighbouring Angola, the Skeleton Coast offers one of the most unique coastal landscapes in the world. Its somewhat evocative legend stems from the dense sea mists and treacherous currents that have long made this stretch of coast dangerous to passing shipping. A landscape of coastal dunes, canyons and mountains, it is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife and can boast a fascinating and ancient native culture.

Located in the Namib Naukluft Park, in the heart of the Namib Desert, the surreal vistas of Sossusvlei are a major highlight of any visit to Namibia. Containing some of the highest sand dunes in the world, some reaching a height of over 300 metres, this remarkable area affords reasonably easy access to one of the world’s most spectacular desert landscapes, where a walk to the top of one of the towering dunes can present quite magnificent views across the desert scenery. Sunrise and sunset offer the best times to visit, when the spectacular colours play across the land, burnishing it in golden glows, presenting a wealth of magical photographic opportunities and surely one of the most memorable settings in Africa.

This comfortable and friendly camp offers walks and drives in one of the best wilderness areas in Namibia.Damaraland Camp accommodates guests in 9 comfortable tented rooms, with ensuite facilities including flush toilets and showers with hot and cold running water. The dining room and pub are combined under canvas, and an open fire is enjoyed on calm evenings.A feature of the camp is the unique rock pool. Activities throughout the area are in 4x4 vehicles, on mountain bikes and on foot. Although wildlife is not concentrated,Damaraland Camp is situated where the rare desert elephant roams, alongside gemsbok, springbok, ostrich and other hardy desert animals.

Situated on private property bordering the Namib Naukluft Park, Kulala Desert Lodge lies in the heart of the Namib and offers magnificent views of the famous red dunes of Sossusvlei as well as magnificent mountainous scenery and vast open plains. Twelve thatched and canvas chalets or "Kulalas" with ensuite bathrooms and showers are set on wooden platforms to provide maximum airflow. An option for outdoor enthusiasts is that mattresses can be moved to the rooftop to sleep under the stars from a private star gazing platform. The main lodge, with décor inspired from Northern Africa, has a lounge, pub, dining area and plunge pool, and offers a wrap-around veranda that overlooks the waterhole. Nature drives and walks are offered.

Ongava Game Lodge is situated along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park in the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve. Accommodation comprises 12 airconditioned brick, rock and thatch chalets, each with ensuite facilities. Meals are either served in the main dining area under thatch with a view over the camp's water hole, or on the dining deck under the stars. Facilities include a swimming pool and curio shop. The Ongava Tented Camp comprises 9 large comfortable walk-in tents with ensuite facilities, including flush toilet and a hot shower. Activities at both places include game drives into the Okaukuejo area of Etosha where lion, elephant, cheetah, gemsbok, springbok, and hartebeest can be seen.

HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTHERN NAMIBIA - SELF DRIVE San Bushman tribes of ancient times called Namibia ‘the land God made in anger’. However, once you have experienced this fantastic land you will agree that it was created with great imagination. Boasting the world’s oldest desert (130 million years old), the highest sand dunes in the world, beautifully rugged and ancient mountains. A land of superlative contrasts, Namibia offers a quite remarkable wealth of experiences, from haunting desert landscapes and spectacular game viewing, to fascinating colonial grandeur and rugged mountain vistas. One of Africa’s most stable countries, with an excellent road network, this fascinating land of ancient Bushmen and towering dunes offers vast plains and open skies, and a promise of adventure and enchantment. The desert landscapes of Namibia offer some of the most breathtaking and unique vistas in Africa. A self drive journey, offering two levels of accommodation, from Windhoek takes a leisurely route to the colonial charms of Swakopmund and through the Namib Desert and the spectacular dunes at Sossusvlei. Direct flights with Air Namibia as shown in economy class Medium or First class accommodation available throughout based on two people sharing a twin room Breakfast x 9, Dinner x 4 (Standard), Breakfast x 9, Dinner x 6 (Luxury) Meet & greet during the first evening in Windhoek 10 days car hire Group B (Toyota Corolla or similar including air-conditioning, Classic Max insurance cover, unlimited mileage, contract fee & VAT). Fuel deposit and additional driver charge payable locally Satellite phone Walvis Bay Marine Cruise Comprehensive route digest highlighting your route and points of interest along the way Airport taxes Weekly departures from the UK on Wednesdays Day 1 This evening you will depart London Gatwick flying on Air Namibia direct to Windhoek. Day 2 Arriving this morning, you will collect your hire car from the airport depot and make your way into town (approximately 30 minutes) for your overnight stay at Haus Sonneneck (standard itinerary) or the Olive Grove Guesthouse (luxury itinerary). The afternoon is at leisure to explore the capital. In the evening a local representative will meet you at the hotel and discuss your itinerary with you. Day 3 This morning you will depart for Sossusvlei (590 KM/approximately 6 hours) where the oldest and highest sand dunes in the world stretch as far as the eye can see. Your drive passes through some spectacular scenery and skirts the Namib Nakluft Park. Spend 2 nights at the Desert Homestead (standard) or Kulala Desert Lodge (luxury). Day 4 Full day to explore this spectacular area. You have the opportunity to climb some of the highest sand dunes in the world; admire the picturesque scenery and the Fauna and Flora of the desert and visit the rugged Sesriem Canyon. Day 5 Today you will head for the coastal resort of Swakopmund (404 KM/approximately 4 hours 30 minutes) where you will spend 2 nights at the Sea Horse (standard) or The Stiltz (luxury). Day 6 Early this morning, make your way to Walvis Bay for a unique experience – enjoy a coastal marine cruise along the entire bay. Experience the thrill of dolphins leaping out of the water alongside the boat, seals fed by hand, sea birds soaring above or floating past, fresh oysters and sparkling wine on the calm waters of Walvis Bay. This afternoon is free to explore Swakopmund, indulge in any of the adventure activities available, including quad biking, or take a drive out to see the Welwitschia plants in the Namib-Naukluft Park. Day 7 Depart early and head north along the Atlantic coast to Cape Cross, where in 1486 Diego Cao from Portugal became the first European to set foot in Namibia. Cape Cross is now home to around 10,000 cape fur seals. Continuing north, enter the Skeleton Coast Park, famous for shipwrecks, and into Damaraland (500 KM/approximately 9 hours with stops). Stay for 2 nights at Grootberg Lodge (standard) or at Damaraland Camp (luxury). Day 8 Early morning mists generated by the clash between the icy Atlantic Ocean and the warm desert air of the Skeleton Coast, drift inland along the river sand canyon, providing sustenance to the flora and fauna of the region. Although wildlife is not concentrated, Damaraland is situated where the rare desert elephant roams, alongside gemsbok, springbok, ostrich and other hardy desert animals. Rare succulent plants somehow manage to eke out an existence in this harsh countryside. Explore this fabulous area by vehicle, on foot or by mountain bike. Day 9 Morning drive to the border of Etosha National Park (439 KM/approximately 9 hours with stops), Namibia’s wildlife paradise for your 2 night stay at Eagle Tented Camp (standard) or Ongava Lodge (luxury). Etosha was proclaimed a national park in 1907 by the German Governor Von Lindequist and today covers an area of 22,720 square kilometres. Day 10 Today you have the opportunity to explore the Etosha National Park. At an additional cost you may wish to enjoy all of the game viewing activities on offer at your lodge, including game drives into Etosha or on the Ongava Reserve, game viewing in hides or venturing out on foot. Large herds of plains game concentrate around the waterholes in the dry season making for exciting game viewing. Rhino tracking on foot is also offered. Day 11 Today you will make your way back to Windhoek (389 KM/approximately 4 hours) and to the airport where you will drop off your hire car at the depot in time to depart on your Air Namibia flight to London Gatwick Day 12 Early morning arrival at London Gatwick.

HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTHERN NAMIBIA - SELF DRIVE San Bushman tribes of ancient times called Namibia ‘the land God made in anger’. However, once you have experienced this fantastic land you will agree that it was created with great imagination. Boasting the world’s oldest desert (130 million years old), the highest sand dunes in the world, beautifully rugged and ancient mountains. A land of superlative contrasts, Namibia offers a quite remarkable wealth of experiences, from haunting desert landscapes and spectacular game viewing, to fascinating colonial grandeur and rugged mountain vistas. One of Africa’s most stable countries, with an excellent road network, this fascinating land of ancient Bushmen and towering dunes offers vast plains and open skies, and a promise of adventure and enchantment. The desert landscapes of Namibia offer some of the most breathtaking and unique vistas in Africa. A self drive journey, offering two levels of accommodation, from Windhoek takes a leisurely route to the colonial charms of Swakopmund and through the Namib Desert and the spectacular dunes at Sossusvlei. Direct flights with Air Namibia as shown in economy class Medium or First class accommodation available throughout based on two people sharing a twin room Breakfast x 7 (Standard), Breakfast x 7, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 2 (Luxury) Meet & greet during the first evening in Windhoek 8 days car hire Group B (Toyota Corolla or similar including air-conditioning, Classic Max insurance cover, unlimited mileage, contract fee & VAT). Fuel deposit and additional driver charge payable locally Satellite phone Walvis Bay Marine Cruise Comprehensive route digest highlighting your route and points of interest along the way Airport taxes Departures from the UK Wednesdays and Friday Day 1 This evening you will depart London Gatwick flying on Air Namibia direct to Windhoek. Day 2 Arriving this morning, you will collect your hire car from the airport depot and make your way into town (approximately 30 minutes) for your overnight stay at the Elegant Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse (standard itinerary) or the Casa dell’ Ama (luxury itinerary). The afternoon is at leisure to explore the capital. In the evening a local representative will meet you at the hotel and discuss your itinerary with you. Day 3 After breakfast you will depart for the coastal resort of Swakopmund (317 KM/approximately 3 hours 30 minutes) where you will spend 2 nights at the Intermezzo Guesthouse (standard) or The Stiltz (luxury). Day 4 Early this morning, make your way to Walvis Bay for a unique experience – enjoy a coastal marine cruise along the entire bay. Experience the thrill of dolphins leaping out of the water alongside the boat, seals fed by hand, sea birds soaring above or floating past, fresh oysters and sparkling wine on the calm waters of Walvis Bay. This afternoon is free to explore Swakopmund, indulge in any of the adventure activities available, including quad biking, or take a drive out to see the Welwitschia plants in the Namib-Naukluft Park. Day 5 Today you will make your way to Sossusvlei (404 KM/approximately 4 hours 30 minutes) where the oldest and highest sand dunes in the world stretch as far as the eye can see. Your drive passes through some spectacular scenery and skirts the Namib Nakluft Park. Spend 2 nights at A Little Sossus Lodge (standard) or Wolwedans Dune Lodge (luxury). Day 6 Full day to explore this spectacular area. You have the opportunity to climb some of the highest sand dunes in the world; admire the picturesque scenery and the Fauna and Flora of the desert and visit the rugged Sesriem Canyon. Day 7 After breakfast, head into the Kalahari (400 KM/approximately 5 hours) for your overnight stay at the Kalahari Anib Lodge (standard) or Bagatelle, staying in a Dune Chalets (luxury). Day 8 Today you will head back to Windhoek to end your journey (400 KM/approximately 5 hours excluding stops). Overnight at the Elegant Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse (standard) or the Casa del ‘Ama (luxury). Day 9 This morning is at leisure. Later this afternoon you will make your way to the airport, drop off your hire car at the airport depot in time to depart on your Air Namibia flight to London Gatwick. Day 10 Early morning arrival at London Gatwick.