Sossusvlei & Swakopmund Safari

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 Namib is the oldest desert in the world and you will have ample opportunity to explore the dunes and enjoy the vast desert vista.

Price: (Valid until 31 Oct 2010)
N$3,600 pps
4 Days Safari

Highlights * Namib Desert * Sand Dunes * Sesriem * Canyon * Walvis Bay * Swakopmund

Departs from: Windhoek, every monday

Includes
* All camping fees
* Camping equipment (except sleeping bag which can be hired)
* Entry fees for the sights (except National Parks and fuel which is covered by the local payment)
* Vehicle
* Trailer
* English speaking guide and apprentice guide and meals where indicated (except breakfast on first day, dinner in Swakopmund and dinner on final day) - please refer to each specific itinerary for what is included.

Sossusvlei and Swakopmund Safari Itinerary

Meal codes [B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner]

Day 1 RIVER CAMP [Camping LD]
Departure from Windhoek at 8:30am. Driving through the town of Rehoboth on our way to the lovely Agama River camp. Arrive at camp just in time for lunch. After lunch we have some free time to enjoy the swimming pool or just relax around the camp. This afternoon your guide will take on a short sunset walk or you can join Agama Camp for an optional sundowner drive. We enjoy our dinner prepared by Guide and Camp Assistant.
Includes: Entrance fees to Agama River Camp
Overnight: Camping - basic facilities

Day 2 RIVER CAMP [Camping BLD]
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 and Camp Assistant.
Includes: N/A
Overnight: Camping - basic facilities

Day 3 VILLA WIESE GUESTHOUSE, SWAKOPMUND [Guesthouse BL]
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, and also enjoy our lunch in the same time. 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.
Includes: N/A
Overnight: Comfortable twin/double rooms with en-suite bathroom
Optional Activities: Sand boarding, quad biking, scenic flights, parachuting and dolphin cruises

Day 4 WINDHOEK [ BL]
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.
Includes: N/A
Optional Activities: Sand boarding, quad biking, scenic flights, parachuting and dolphin cruises

Please note:
The distance and travel times quoted above are an estimate only, and subject to local road conditions and photo stops!

PRE & POST TOUR ACCOMMODATION:
This tour start in Windhoek, please make sure that you are there well ahead of time. This tour finishes in Windhoek.