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Sossusvlei - Swakopmund - Twyfelfontein - Etosha Tour (9 Days) - CODE SWAS 9SE
Day 1:
10h00: Pick up at the accommodation establishment of your choice.
Drive via the Remhoogte Pass to Namib Desert Lodge. In the late afternoon a sundowner drive through the magnificent scenery and to the top of the petrified dunes takes place.
Dinner/overnight/breakfast at the Namib Desert Lodge.
Day 2:
Early morning departure for Sossusvlei. Experience the spectacular dune landscape of the Namib, boasting the highest dunes in the world. Revere at the foot of the 300m apricot-coloured mass as it towers skyward.
The energetic among you may even be tempted to conquer the dune!
After viewing the nearby Sesriem Canyon, we proceed northwards along the eastern border of the Namib Naukluft Park, back to the Namib Desert Lodge. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Meander about the unusual landscape. Alternatively, relax at the swimming pool.
Dinner/overnight/breakfast at the Namib Desert Lodge
Day 3:
En route to Swakopmund we drive over the Kuiseb Pass and through the Namib Naukluft Park, where you will be shown the ancient Welwitschia mirabilis. You will also view the moon landscape before proceeding to Swakopmund.
Overnight/breakfast at the Hansa Hotel.
Day 4:
After breakfast, we leave for Walvis Bay. At 09h00 we board a motor boat for a 3-hour boat trip. During this time we will see and have the opportunity to observe the many seabird species. Seals and dolphins soon become a topic of conversation as they accompany the boat on its journey. We will idle within arm's reach of enormous seal colonies, whilst on board enjoying fresh Atlantic oysters, open bread rolls, and South African champagne and light drinks. The afternoon is once again at leisure. On request (and for own cost) activities can be arranged.
Overnight/breakfast at the Hansa Hotel.
Day 5:
Early departure, direction Twyfelfontein. Viewing of the Twyfelfontein rock paintings and rock engravings and the burnt mountain - a testimony to Namibia's very early and eventful human habitation.
Dinner/overnight/breakfast at the Twyfelfontein Lodge.
Day 6:
Today we view the Ugab terraces and the "Fingerklippe", a 35m high sandstone column, with a circumference of 44m, before continuing our journey to the Etosha National Park and our first short game drive.
Dinner/overnight/breakfast at Etosha Gateway Lodge or similar.
Day 7:
THE ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK - one of the largest and most prominent game reserves in Africa, covers an area of 22 270 kmē. The park is home to approximately 145 species of animal wildlife, which includes some endangered species such as the black rhino, cheetah and black-faced impala. Elephants, lions, giraffe, zebra, hyena, leopards and gnu to name a few, and many antelope such as kudu, oryx, eland and the smallest antelope, the Damara dik-dik. Smaller animals include the honey badger, warthog and bat-eared fox. A bird population of some 340 species and an important breeding ground for the greater and lesser flamingos in southern Africa.
The main area of the Etosha National Park is covered by a huge salt pan, 129 km long and up to 72 km wide. During the rainy season the pan resembles a huge lake, but this soon evaporates during the dry season, leaving behind a shimmering sediment causing mirages to play havoc on the eyes.
A visit during the dry season, May to October, is certainly the most rewarding time for game viewing. Huge herds of game assemble at the waterholes in the early mornings and before dusk, entertaining the audience with their different antics.
The Etosha National Park is open throughout the year and offers accommodation in three rest camps: Okaukuejo, Halali und Namutoni. For security reasons, these camps close at sunset.
Overnight/breakfast at Mokuti Lodge
Day 8:
Full day game viewing in the Park.
Overnight/breakfast at Mokuti Lodge
Day 9:
Early departure, direction Windhoek. In Windhoek you will be taken to the accommodation establishment of your choice.
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Sossusvlei - Swakopmund - Twyfelfontein - Etosha TOUR SWAS 9SE |
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Jul 2007 - 02/30 Aug 2007 - 06/27 Sep 2007 - 03/24 Oct 2007 - 01/29 Nov 2007 - 05/26 Dec 2007 - 03/31 Jan 2008 - 07/28 Feb 2008 - 04/25 |
Mar 2008 - 03/31 Apr 2008 - 07/28 May 2008 - 05/26 Jun 2008 - 02/30 Jul 2008 - 07/28 Aug 2008 - 04/25 Sep 2008 - 01/29 Oct 2008 - 06/27 |
| Services Included : Overland trips and all sightseeing as per itinerary. Overnight in double rooms in hotels and rest camps. Breakfast throughout the tour, 4 dinner. English speaking tour guide. Multilanguage is possible. Not included : Expenses for personal belongings e.g. lunches, 4 dinner, drinks and telephone calls as well as tips for the tour guide and in restaurants. Departure: 10h00 from the office of SWA Safaris, 43 Independence Avenue, and, if arrangements have been made in advance, from the different hotels. Group Size: Minimum - 2 Persons Maximum - 16 Persons |
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| Price : (valid till 31/10/2008) ZAR = N$ 14 500-00 per person sharing ZAR = N$ 1 850-00 additional fee for single room Prices are in South African Rand (ZAR) / Namibian Dollar (N$) - 1 ZAR = 1 N$ Currency Converter We accept all major credit cards. |
Price changes: All prices as reflected are based on the current tariffs and are subject to change without prior notice according to increases and circumstances beyond the company's control. |
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Tour Contact |
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| +264 (61) 221193 | +264 (61) 225387 | swasaf@swasafaris.com | Independence Avn 43 | 20373 | Windhoek | NAMIBIA |