NAMIBIA - Scheduled Guided
Tours & Safaris Scheduled
Guided Camping Tours Overview
3 Day - Sossusvlei Link Safari
TOUR INFORMATION:
TOUR CODE:
NSC003
Safari Type:
Scheduled Guided Tour (Guaranteed
Departure Dates)
Style:
Camping (limited
participation, assisted camping)
Duration:
3 Days / 2 Nights
Departure Date:
Tuesdays (weekly)
Departure Location:
Windhoek - Namibia
Tour Ends:
Windhoek - Namibia
Routing Highlights:
Windhoek – Namib Naukluft Park – Sossusvlei - Sesriem - Windhoek
This safari is designed to
offer a quick “snapshot” of the Namib-Naukluft National Park and the giant
sand dunes at Sossusvlei. There is a guaranteed departure every Tuesday of
the year, with a minimum of 2 people. There is no single supplement, and the
price is virtually fully inclusive of everything you will need whilst
travelling with us. The style is limited participation, assisted camping.
Collection time is between 08:00 & 08:30 from anywhere within the Windhoek
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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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Suggested Safari Combination Options:
This safari can also be combined with our 3 day Etosha Link to make an
unforgettable 6 day “Taste of Namibia” safari. To make a comprehensive 10
day itinerary, combine this with our 7 day Northern Adventure itinerary. Two
of the world’s natural wonders, the Okavango Delta and the mighty Victoria
Falls can also be included by combining this trip with our 8 day Delta and
Falls Safari.
ITINERARY:
Day 1
Windhoek – Namib Desert Camp, outside of the Namib Naukluft Park (350 km)
(LD) (camping)
You will be collected between 08:00 & 08:30
We travel out over the Eros Mountains and along scenic roads, on our way
south-west to the desert. We also pass over part of the Naukluft Mountains
the Khomas Hochland range on our journey today and head down from Namibia’s
central plateau by way of the beautiful Remhoogte Pass.
Coming out of the mountains we reach open plains and from here it is only a
short distance to our next stop, the tiny town of Solitaire. We will stop
here for some refreshments before continuing on through desert scenery.
We cross some open grass savannah and farmlands before the terrain begins to
give way to the immense red sand dune desert of the Namib. We aim to arrive
at our camp during the late afternoon and watch the colours glow and change
on distant mountains to the east.
Day 2
Namib Desert Camp – Sossusvlei - Namib Desert Camp, outside of the Namib
Naukluft Park (camping) (BLD)
A pre dawn start is essential this morning as we want to catch the soft
light of the sunrise on the desert. After passing through Sesriem, the
gateway to the dunes and driving into the heart of the dune field, we reach
Sossusvlei itself by walking the last 5 km through the dunes.
The walk is like nothing else, in the cool of the morning, with soft
sunlight just beginning to play over the dunes creating a sharp light and
shadow contrast across the whole desert.
Ancient mineral pans, stunted camel thorn trees and the chance of seeing a
gemsbok or maybe an ostrich make the photo opportunities perfect.
We spend the morning in and around Sossusvlei, also visiting dune 45, and as
the day wears on we return to Sesriem for lunch to escape the heat of the
afternoon. As the day cools off in the late afternoon we will take a short
excursion to the Sesriem Canyon.
Day 3
Namib Desert Camp - Windhoek (450 km) (BL)
After breakfast we begin our journey, over the mountains and along scenic
roads, back to Windhoek. We will travel back by different roads, this time
climbing up to Windhoek and travelling by way of the massive Gamsberg Pass
in the Khomas Hochland Mountain Range on our way back to civilization.
We are due back into the city around 16:00 and you will be dropped off at
your accommodation on our return.
End of Tour.
TOUR NOTES:
Maximum group size is 14 people, with a minimum of 2 participants. Transport
for up to 8 people will be in a minibus and for 9 people and more in a
Toyota bus / truck.
The style of safari is limited participation, you will be asked to assist
put up and take down your own tent, however there will be a camp assistant
to complete all the other campsite chores. Your tour guide will do all the
shopping, cooking and day-to-day organization of the safari. Unless
otherwise specified, all safaris will be conducted in English
Includes:
1. All transport
2. Three meals a day (unless differently specified)
3. Tap drinking water
4. Tea & coffee in camp
5. All camping equipment
6. Park entrance fees
7. Camping fees
8. Professional guide
9. Camp Assistant
10. Pick up & drop off from accommodation in Windhoek
Excludes:
1. Sleeping bag (can be hired)
2. Alcoholic beverages
3. Soft drinks
4. Personal travel insurance
Useful items to bring with you:
1. Two litre water bottle
2. Torch
3. Towel
4. Sun hat
The tents are dome type, which are easy to assemble and your mattresses are
approximately 5 cm thick with your own mattress cover, and everyone has a
camp chair with a backrest.
Clients are limited to one soft, barrel type bag per person with maximum
weight of 15kg, one medium sized hand luggage bag, one medium sized camera
bag and a sleeping bag.
We suggest a sleeping bag range of “3 – 4 season”. Sleeping bags can be
hired by prior arrangement for the trip. When packing your clothing please
be aware that Namibian summer temperatures (December - March) can reach
45*C, and winter temperatures (June - September) can be as low as -5*C. The
rainy season is between December and April.
All evening meals on camping safaris, (unless stipulated), are cooked on an
open fire by your guide. Salads and fresh vegetables will be served where
possible, but please note in some areas this is not necessarily every day.
Fresh fruit will also be supplied when possible. Vegetarians can be catered
for but please notify us prior to safari departure.
Namibia is a low risk malarial destination but we recommend that seek
professional medical advice to enable you to make decisions on personal
malaria protection.
All tap water in Namibia has been purified or comes directly from boreholes
and is safe to drink. We supply tap drinking water but bottled mineral water
is easily available at shops and rest camps should you prefer to drink this.
Electrical plugs are 220 V and are 3 pin (round pin as opposed to square
pin). Adaptors can be purchased in Windhoek. It is possible to re-charge
batteries at some campsites.
It is customary to tip in Namibia, usually, around 10% at restaurants. Your
guide and assistant can be tipped at your own discretion but we ask that the
guide be tipped separately from your assistant.
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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