ANGOLA - Private Guided
4x4 Safari
19 Days / 18 Nights - Cultures & Tribes Safari
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Tour Information:
TOUR CODE:
AGS008
Safari Type:
Private Guided 4x4 Mobile Overland Safari
Style:
Semi-participation camping safari
Duration:
19 Days / 18 Nights
Departure Date:
Any time on request
Departure Location:
Windhoek - Namibia
Tour Ends:
Windhoek - Namibia
Transport:
4x4 Vehicle
Group Size:
Minimum 2 - Maximum 6 people per vehicle
Country Visited:
NAMIBIA & ANGOLA
Routing Highlights:
Windhoek - Twyfelfontein
Damaraland - Sesfontein Opuwo - Epupa Water Falls Ruacana - Ochinjau
Cahama - Lubango Feradu - Tomwa - Fos do Cunene - Ruacana Oshakati -
Etosha National Park - Windhoek
This comfortable guided camping safari visits the remote north-western
regions of Namibia, Damaraland & Kaokoland and continues to explore the
southern frontiers of Angola. This safari focuses on the diverse local
cultures and tribes of the entire region and offers spectacular sceneries
and waterfalls. |
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Please contact us for advice & information on how to reach the
starting point to
begin this safari and how to continue

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ITINERARY:
Day 1 & 2
Windhoek - Damaraland
Guests will be met by our guides at the Windhoek International Airport. We
will start our journey via Okahandja, Omaruru, and Uis to Twyfelfontein in
Damaraland. Arriving in the late afternoon at our camp. Today will be filled
with changing scenery and wildlife. We will be passing the highest mountain
in Namibia in Damaraland called the Brandberg. On the way we might see the
rare Desert Elephant. Day 2 after breakfast, we will visit the rock
engravings done by the San / bushman people (Twyfelfontein is a world
heritage site) we will also visit the Petrified Forest. Lunch will be served
under an old Akasia Tree in a riverbed. Dinner and overnight at our camp.
Day 3
Damaraland Sesfontein - Palmwag
After breakfast we will head for Sesfontein in the Kunene Region. We will
take a route of the beaten track to look for the desert Elephant. Lunch will
be at Palmwag were rugged Namibia start. Arriving at Sesfontein late
afternoon. Today will be filled with scenery, wildlife and culture. Guides
will prepare dinner on the open fire. Overnight in Sesfontein. Here you will
see the traditional Himba. Wildlife that we could see are Giraffe, Mountain
Zebra, Kudu, Elephant and the occasional Rhino.
Day 4
Damaraland - Opuwo
After breakfast we will head north through spectacular scenery passing
massive Baobab Trees to Opuwo, the administrative town for the Kunene
Region. On the way you will see Himba villages and wildlife. Dinner and
overnight at our camp in Opuwo. Guests are welcome to explore the town on
foot or take a swim in the pool at the camp. Guides will prepare dinner on
the open fire.
Day 5
Kaokoland Kunene River Epupa Falls
Today we will drive north to Epupa Waterfalls on the border of Namibia and
Angola, arriving at lunch time. Guests will have the opportunity to explore
the falls. There are various lookout points for spectacular sun sets. We
will set up camp under massive Makalani Palm trees on the banks of the
Kunene River. Dinner will be prepared by the guides and guests are welcome
to sit around the fire and listen to the sounds of the night and look at the
stars.
Day 6
Ruacana Falls
After breakfast we will drive east along the Kunene River to Hippo Pools our
next camp near Ruacana. Driving will be slow due to the sandy terrain.
Guests can explore the Kunene River or just relax. You might see your first
crocodile. We can also visit the Ruacana Falls - the falls provide fresh
water to the northern part of Namibia and the southern part of Angola. It is
a valuable source of hydro-electric power and one of the main attractions of
Namibia - about 120m deep and 700m wide. Guides will prepare dinner.
Day 7
Ruacana (Namibia) Chitadu (Angola)
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 8
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 9
Lubango
After breakfast we will head for the city of Lubango & the marvel at 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 10
Tunda Vala Escarpment - Namibe
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 11
Namibe - 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 12 & 13
Atlanic Beach Driving - Foz 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 14 & 15
Parque National du Iona - Ruacana
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 Ljona. We will overnight near the boarder to cross over to Namibia early
in the morning.
Day 16
Angola Namibia, Owamboland
Today we will do the border crossing between Angola and Namibia; it will
take us more or less 3 hours after which we will drive east to Oshakati (Owamboland)
the administrative centre for the Oshona Region. This is the area were 50%
of the Namibian population live and is home to the Owambo people. Here you
will find modern shopping centres, banks and hotels. The African character
is preserved by the numerous stands and road-side kitchens lining the
streets and the markets were you can find anything that the heart might
desire - from colourful clothing to fresh meat hanging from the tree
butcheries. Dinner and overnight.
Day 17
Etosha National Park
After breakfast we will break up camp and drive south to the Etosha National
Park and our first camp for overnight Namutoni. Entering the park at the
northern entrance. Lunch will be en-route. We can expect to see Lion,
Elephant, Zebra, Oryx and Springbok to name a few. We will visit various
water holes in the park were wildlife come to drink. While the guides
prepare dinner, guests are welcome to visit the waterhole.
Day 18
Etosha National Park
A whole day of game driving in the park lunch will be en-route. Overnight
at Okaukuejo Camp. Dinner to be prepared on the open fire by your guides.
Day 19
Windhoek
After breakfast we will head for Windhoek passing through Okahandja where we
will stop at the local woodcarvers market were guest can buy hand carved
items. Afterwards we will drop you at the Windhoek International Airport in
time for your departure.
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
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
- Accommodation can be
changed to suit your style and budget
- Accommodation meal
basis can be booked according
to your requirements
- Extra nights can be added
depending on your arrival and departure flight times and the
pace that you want to travel
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