NAMIBIA - Scheduled Guided
Tours & Safaris Scheduled
Guided Camping Tours Overview
2 Day - Bushman Grassroots Adventure Safari
TOUR INFORMATION:
TOUR CODE:
NSC001
Safari Type:
Scheduled Guided Tour (Guaranteed
Departure Dates)
Style:
Camping (limited
participation, assisted camping)
Duration:
2 Days / 1 Night
Departure Date:
Wednesdays & Saturdays (weekly)
Departure Location:
Windhoek - Namibia
Tour Ends:
Windhoek - Namibia
Routing Highlights:
Windhoek – Kalahari Desert - Windhoek
A superb opportunity to join a short 2 day trip into the heart of the Kalahari
where we can enjoy and learn about the bushman culture at first hand. This
adventure runs weekly and can easily be added onto other safaris before,
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NOTES:
This Group Safari itinerary can easily be converted
into a Private Safari
or a Self Drive Tour
Airport transfers and pre & post safari accommodation is not included but can be arranged on
request.
We also offer regional flights and coach
bookings.
Please contact us for advice & information on how to reach the departure point
of
this safari and how to continue afterwards…
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ITINERARY:
Day 1
San Ta Kao, Bushman Village, Kalahari Desert
You will be picked up from your accommodation on the day of departure
within the city limits. You must be ready at least 45 minutes prior to your
safari departure. The tour will depart Windhoek around 8.30am driving
through to Gobabis where we will stop briefly to fresh supplies. From here we
head South East, close to the Botswana border, driving past saltpans and into
the heart of the Kalahari Desert. We arrive at the community campsite mid
afternoon, set up our tents and relax before meeting and enjoying the San
people singing in dancing around the campfire. There are normally many stories
to tell through the singing.
The Bushmen, better known as the San or Khoisan, are a hunter gatherer
people who have spread out across the Kalahari. Once inhabitants of the lusher
areas of Southern Africa, they moved into the Kalahari to avoid conflict with
Bantu people migrating southwards from central Africa, and colonial farmers.
Although the people are idealised as hunter-gatherers who live in the way of
their forefathers, the truth is that the people are losing their connection to
the past and being absorbed into societies, communities and settlements of the
region. The reasons for this absorption are continued pressure for land and
migration to fixed settlements, as well as exposure to the doubtful benefits
of western consumerism.
Evening meal prepared by guide with client assistance.
Accommodation: Overnight Camping
Day 2
Windhoek
This morning we walk with a local tracker and head into the bush and learn
how the bushman traditionally hunted and collected veldt food, naturally these
days life is very different and you will have ample opportunity to ask
questions to find out about the change in their lifestyle and how they survive
in today’s modern world. We then visit a local village and can see at first
hand their day to day life, often we can see them making ostrich shell
jewellery or preparing food. After lunch we head back to Windhoek arriving
later in the afternoon and where you will be dropped at your accommodation.
Approx total distance 825kms
TOUR NOTES:
The Vehicles – 4x4 camping safaris
Our Safaris use 4x4 custom built Toyota Land Cruisers and a VW Minibus.
All Toyota Land Cruisers are 9-seater vehicle with comfortable individual
bucket seats fitted with seat belts for your safety. All our vehicles have a
cool box on board with ice (when available) for your own drinks and is
accessible whilst the vehicle is travelling. We use custom built off-road
trailers to carry your luggage and other equipment required for the duration
of your safari.
The camping equipment
We are using two types of tents on our safaris depending on the season you
want to travel:
During the wet season which normally starts from November and ends in April,
we are using canvas tents, dome type, very easy to put up, spacious (250cm x
250cm x 200cm) and waterproof.
During the dry season May through to end October we use mosquito netted dome
tents (210cm x 210cm x190cm) with 60cm high canvas from the floor for your
privacy and comfort. These tents are perfect for sleeping under starry African
skies safe from creepy crawlies.
We also provide 6cm thick high density mattresses and a little pillow for your
comfort.
Our scheduled safaris are conducted on the basis of limited participation,
which means you are only required to erect and dismantle your tent. All other
camp chores will be dealt with your guide and apprentice guide.
All camping equipment is supplied EXCEPT sleeping bags. These can be hired
from us whilst you are on safari. The tents are 2 man dome tents with full
mosquito netting with flysheet and we supply 6cm thick high density foam
mattresses.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
is not charged on this safari. If you single and travelling alone we ask
you to share with another single traveller of the same sex. If there is no
other single traveller of the same sex you will not have to share.
PASSPORTS
must be carried with you at all times whilst on safari and in the vehicle.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your safari
finishes/you leaving the country. You may not be allowed into Namibia if your
passport does not have the required 6 months; we cannot accept any
responsibility or refund on a safari in this scenario.
We do not restrict the age of our clients. However, you must be “young at
heart”, have a reasonable level of fitness and willing to be part of a group
tour. Children are welcome on our scheduled safaris but need to be well
travelled and under the strict supervision of the parents/guardian.
TAP WATER
is safe to drink almost everywhere in Namibia. Whilst on safari your guide
will advise when the drinking water is not safe, alternatively you can buy
bottled water at your own expense.
HEALTH –
Malaria does occur in parts of Namibia, Botswana and Zambia. Please
consult your physician prior to leaving home or email us for more information.
Your physician may also recommend other injections for your travel and advice
should be sought.
LOCAL PAYMENTS –
in N$ are for your entry fees to t he Namibian National Parks.
GENERAL NOTES:
PASSPORTS
must be carried with you at all times whilst on safari and in the vehicle.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your safari
finishes/you leaving the country. You may not be allowed into Namibia if your
passport does not have the required 6 months; we cannot accept any
responsibility or refund on a safari in this scenario.
CURRENCY –
The Namibian Dollar (N$) is tied permanently 1-1 to the South African Rand
(SAR). SAR, notes and coins are legal tender in Namibia. Credit cards are
widely accepted at ATM’s. Traveller’s cheques can be changed only in major
towns but it is advisable to carry a limited amount of cash with you.
PERSONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE
is not included but is compulsory when travelling on any safari. Travel insurance is for your own
protection and we consider it to be an essential part of modern international
travel. Please consult your travel agent prior to leaving home or contact us.
VISA REQUIREMENTS –
Visas are your own responsibility; persons arriving without the relevant
visa for their safari will not be refunded in this scenario.
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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