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ANGOLA - Private Guided 4x4 Safari


10 Days / 9 Nights - South-Western Frontier Safari

Tour Information:

TOUR CODE:              AGS006
Safari Type:                       
Private Guided 4x4 Mobile Overland Safari
Style:                                  
Semi-participation camping safari
Duration:                            
10 Days / 9 Nights
Departure Date:
                
Any time on request
Departure Location:         Lubango - Angola
Tour Ends:                         Lubango - Angola

Transport:                         
4x4 Vehicle
Group Size:                        Minimum 2 - Maximum 6 people per vehicle
Country Visited:               ANGOLA

Routing Highlights:
Lubango – Feradu – Tomwa - Fos do Cunene - Parque National du Iona – Ochinjau – Cama - Lubango

This comfortable guided camping safari starts and ends in Lubango, this exciting tour visits the remote south-western frontier regions of Angola. This safari focuses on the diverse local cultures and tribes of the region and offers spectacular sceneries and waterfalls.

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ITINERARY:

Day 1
Lubango

Guests will be met at Lubango airport. After the immigration formalities we will explore
the breathtaking Leba pass that winds its way up the mountain to the height of 1845 meters above sea level. Lubango is set in a lush tropical valley guarded by the statue of Christ build high above on cliffs overlooking the city. The statue is the only one of 3 in the world and is a replica of the one found in Rio de Janeiro. Lubango is a city with rich Portuguese heritage and a mix of Africa. Dinner and overnight.

Day 2
Lubango - Feradu

After breakfast we will visit the Tunda Vala escarpment. This volcanic fissure climbs to 2600m (8528 ft) above sea level and offers a breathtaking view over rolling hills and well above the clouds! We will leave for Feradu driving through the town of Namibe. Feradu is on the coast and we will set up camp on a private beach. Guests are welcome to take a swim in the ocean before dinner and overnight.

Day 3
Feradu - Tomwa

After breakfast guest can explore the town of Namibe with its open fish markets. Fishing on this coastline is legendary. Scenery will be desert. Thereafter we will leave for Tomwa a small town on the coast, with the main industry as fishing. Tonight we will overnight in self catering accommodation.

Day 4 & 5
Tomwa - Fos do Cunene

After breakfast we will explore the surrounding area with sand dunes, rock formations and lakes. Today will be the start of our desert adventure with a 230km beach and desert sand driving. Beach driving is a unique experience and not permitted in many countries and makes this journey very exciting. This drive can only be done at spring tide as the coast is bordered by high dunes which fall precipitously into the sea. Join us in our excitement as we squeeze the vehicles between the ocean and the enormous sand dunes. (Not to worry our guides are specially trained on all terrain driving and are experts in what they do) We will set up camp more or less in the middle of the route.
Behind the dunes are a number of green oases and near the south end of Baia dos Tigres are vast lagoons with fish, birds such as Pelicans, Flamingos and wildlife such as Oryx. In the two days we will pass two shipwrecks, fossil plants called the Welwitschia Mirabilis (the only other place you will find them is in the north western part of Namibia – it can be 1000 years old) We will arrive at Foz do Cunene in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight - tonight your guides will prepare fresh fish from the ocean over the open fire.

Day 6 & 7
Fos do Cunene - Parque National du Iona

Today we will leave the sandy part of our journey away from the coast line to more rocky landscapes. We will drive through the Parque National du Iona - the scenery is similar to the Kunene region in Namibia and spectacular to travel through. We will come across many Himba villages. The Himba people still dress and live according to their ancient traditions. The tribes are nomadic and in this part of the world not use to foreign faces. We will visit some of their villages and you will be able to observe there way of living and learn more about their culture. We will set up camp in the wild again - guides will prepare dinner.
After breakfast we will continue our journey along the southern part of Angola driving east to Ruacana. Today will be scenery and wildlife such as Oryx and Springbok. We will drive through little towns such as Espenheira and Ijona. We will overnight at another bush camp.

Day 8
Ochinjau

After breakfast we will cross the border between Namibia and Angola. Be prepared - this procedure can take up to 3 hours. We will drive north through a small town Chitadu, Due to the road conditions, driving will be very slow. On our way, we will pass abandoned military vehicles that were destroyed in the war. We will set up camp in the bush for the first night near Ochinjau. Guides will prepare dinner and guest can sit around the fire. We will have mobile showers and guests are welcome to take a quick shower. (hot water will be available for hot showers)

Day 9
Cahama

After breakfast we will continue very slowly towards Cahama, another small town. Today will be scenery and we will meet some of the local population on our way. We will set up camp in the bush again, guides will prepare dinner.

Day 10
Lubango

After breakfast we will continue to Lubango, we will have a change in scenery and we will meet some local people that is living in the area. Our guides will drop you off at the Lubango Airport in time for your flight back home.

NOTES:
Bookings have to be made at least 60 days prior to arrival – for administrative formalities

GENERAL INFORMATION:
• 4x4 Toyota Landcruisers will be used for the safaris
• We will have a satellite telephone at all time
• There will be at all times 2 driver guides with the guests
• Mobile showers will be set up for clients at the bush camps
• Chemical toilets will be available for female guest
• Guest will have stretchers to sleep on
• House wine will be available for guest during dinner other alcoholic drinks will be excluded.
• We will use 3m x 3m tents for 2 persons
• All meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner will be included while on safari
• Guest only need money for personal effects, Telephone calls if necessary.
• All domestic and International flights are excluded
• All camping equipment will be supplied except sleeping bags
• Luggage must be in a soft bag, space restriction.

Documentation Required for foreign visitors:
We will apply for a invitation letter to visit Angola for every guest and forward the letters via Email to them. We need 21 days to get the letters from Angola.
Guest have to apply for there own visas at the Angolan embassy/Consulate in there respective country.

To apply for the visitor letter we will need the following information :
1. Guest name and surname
2. Passport number
3. Expire date of passport
4. Physical address of guest


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Our safaris are merely suggested itineraries and therefore can be tailor-made to suit your specific needs:
  • Routes can be amended according to your preference
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  • Extra nights can be added depending on your arrival and departure flight times and the pace that you want to travel