For many people if not most, the country of Namibia
(formerly South West Africa) remains a mystery. It does however possess a beauty all of its own from its massive shifting sand dunes, said to be the highest in the world – Sossusvlei is a must for photographers, to the Etosha National Park where wildlife is found in abundance. Add to that some wonderful German architecture
on the coast in Swakopmund, and in Windhoek the capital and one has all the ingredients for a tour of contrast with a difference. You may even run into the magnificent desert oryx or the endangered desert elephant, two wonderful examples of adaptation to an apparently hostile climate.
Flanked by the Atlantic to one side and the Kalahari desert to the other, Namibia is a land of diverse landscapes and an incredible variety of wildlife.
Most of Namibia's 1.7 million people are confined to Windhoek, and the main seaside cities, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. However, Namibia's most famous inhabitants are the Bushmen. A nomadic tribe which has lived in the harsh climes of the Kalahari and has remained relatively untouched by western culture.
NAMIBIA Climate
- Rainy season is October to April - daytime temperatures
are hot, and in summer nights are cool and very cold in
winter. Language
- English, German and Afrikaans are widely spoken. Currency
- Namibian Dollar - 1ND = 100 cents Visa
- Australian passport holders do not require a Visa. Local Time
- GMT plus two hours. Departure Tax
- Included on tickets. Driving
- On the left hand side of the road and roads are good
but a 4-wheel-drive vehicle is required for unsealed roads.
SOSSUSVLEI BY ROAD
3 Days/2 Nights
Day 1 – WINDHOEK
Travel via the scenic Spreetshoogte Pass and town of
Solitaire, and experience the ever-changing landscapes,
as the terrain becomes more arid continuing past the
Naukluft massif and on to the lodge in the Sossusvlei
Overnight at Namib Naukluft Lodge (D).
DAY 2 – SOSSUSVLEI
An early start is imperative, as this is not only the
coolest part of the day but the best for photography.
The journey takes you to the famous Sossusvlei, a clay
pan surrounded by some of the highest sand dunes in the
world. Observe the fauna and flora that inhabits this
region. Climbing one of the dunes affords the energetic
traveller with an unforgettable experience of endless
vistas across a sea of apricot-coloured sand. Time will
be taken to explore the impressive sandstone gorges of
the Sesriem Canyon, with its rock pools fed by the
Tsauchab, the same river that feeds Sossusvlei during
the rainy season. Return to the Lodge for lunch. During
the afternoon join a guided nature / sunset drive to the
Marble Mountains. Overnight at Namib Naukluft Lodge (BLD).
DAY 3 – SOSSUSVLEI – SWAKOPMUND
After a leisurely breakfast take the shuttle to
Swakopmund and enjoy the many optional activities on
offer on the coast. Alternatively return to Windhoek (B)
Key to Inclusions:
(B) Breakfast
(L) Lunch
(D) Dinner
(B&B) Bed & Breakfast
(FB) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
3 Days/2 Nights
Package
Cost Per Person
Twin
Single
Nov 07 - Oct 08
$885
$955
Departures: Daily
Included:
Accommodation as stated, meals as stated,
A/C vehicles, Park Entrance Fees, porterage,
insurance and information packs.
Day Trips Available - We have additional optional excursions
available to extend your stay. Please contact us for
details.
Also have
you considered adding a South Africa or Botswana stay to your Namibia
trip?
Please confirm prices with Bench International prior
to booking your trip.
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