NAMIBIAN DISCOVERY

A fully escorted and guided tour through some of Namibia's most stunning scenery. Experience the wildlife of Etosha National Park, the geological wonders of Damaraland, the charming coastal resort of Swakopmund and the towering dunes of Sossusvlei on an amazing African adventure.

Tour Highlights

•    Etosha National Park
•    Wonders of Damaraland
•    Magnificent landscapes
•    Swakopmund seaside resort
•    Wildlife viewing
•    Sossusvlei dunes


Day 1 - Arrive into Windhoek and transfer to your hotel where you have an afternoon to relax and prepare for your journey around this fantastic country.

Day 2 - Head north from Windhoek via Okahandja where you visit a local market to shop for local wood carvings and curios before continuing to Etosha National Park. This stark and beautiful region teems with native animal and bird life and your 2 night stay includes a full day of guided game viewing.

Day 4 -Travel along the vast salt pan, stopping at various waterholes and game viewing spots along the way. As you continue to your overnight stop you’re certain to see plenty of wildlife and eerily beautiful scenery.

Day 5 - Make an early start to see the highlights of Damaraland, one of the last true wilderness areas in Africa. You will travel through Outjo, Khorixas the capital of this region and pass through scenic landscapes and local villages before reaching the Petrified Forest.  In the afternoon you have time to relax and enjoy your lodge and its surroundings.

Day 6 - This morning you’ll visit the famous rock engravings at Twyfelfontein as well as visiting the fascinating geological features such as Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes. In the afternoon you are at leisure.

Day 7 - The journey continues via Henties Bay to the charming coastal resort town of Swakopmund where you stay for 2 nights. Here you will have the chance to explore the town at your own pace, you might like to visit the museum, the crystal gallery or simply just find a café and watch the world go by.  There’s plenty to do whether your choice is for adventure or something more leisurely.

Day 9 - Today, you visit some of the regions natural wonders  before heading to the edge of the Namib Desert and onto the Namib Nakluft Park. You’ll travel via the Kuiseb Canyon and the Gaub Pass before reaching your lodge where you spend 2 nights.

 
Day 10 - This morning you visit the spectacular dunes at Sossusvlei, reputedly the highest sand dunes in the world. If you’re feeling energetic you can climb to the top before returning to your lodge for a well deserved rest! Don’t forget your camera the scenery is truly extraordinary.

Day 11 -  A leisurely start this morning as you head back towards Windhoek via the scenic Spreeetshoogte Pass.  On arrival either extend your stay in Namibia or travel to the airport for your onward flight.

 
11 day Namibian Discovery escorted tour - From £1899   

This tour operates on selected Saturdays throughout the year. The price includes en suite accommodation with breakfast and one lunch and seven dinners.