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Namibia Highlights

Tours and Cruises13 Giorni

Windhoek, Namibia

Windhoek›Kalahari Desert›Sossusvlei›Swakopmund›Damaraland›Etosha Heights+1 Altro

Partenze disponibili

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Ago

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Ott

Nov

Dic

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Characteristics

Collective tour
Italian: accompagnatore/guida locale in italiano durante il tour in pullman English: local companion/guide in Italian during the bus tour
guaranteed departures min 2 / max 14 participants until seats are sold out. TRANSFERS / VEHICLES: transfers, excursions, and scheduled visits are done with different vehicles depending on the number of participants. Approximately: up to 8 pax off-road vehicles like Stretched Land Cruiser or similar, from 8 to 16 Iveco or similar, with air conditioning. ***EXPERIENCES***
Sossusvlei: naturalistic safari on the dunes, walk to Dead Vlei, excursion to Sesriem Canyon.
Sandwich Harbour: spectacular dune excursion
stop to observe the seal colony
visit of 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites

Itinerary

Giorno 1 — Windhoek

Welcome upon arrival and transfer to the hotel with the assistant., During the transfer, a letter will be delivered with information regarding the departure of the tour for the following day., The room is available starting from 15., the rest of the day available, With approximately 350,000 inhabitants, Windhoek is the capital and largest city of Namibia. Located in a lush valley between the Auas mountains, at an altitude of 1,700 meters, Windhoek is a pleasant city with a European atmosphere that blends colonial tradition and modernity. Due to its central location, it is the ideal gateway to the rest of the country., dinner at the hotel. Accommodation JV Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure,

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Giorno 2 — Windhoek → Kalahari Desert

Km 280

breakfast, departure to the Kalahari Desert, lunch break along the way, accommodation in a lodge, In the afternoon, photo safari in the park., The Kalahari is one of the largest arid areas on the planet, a primordial and timeless region. Improperly called a desert, it appears as a stretch of golden grass, small red dunes, ephemeral rivers, and fossil watercourses. The Kalahari - or Kgalagadi, as it is known in Botswana - extends across 7 countries: Botswana, Zambia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Angola, and Congo. Giraffes, zebras, and oryxes manage to obtain the necessary liquids from acacia leaves and grass. Even cheetahs find their ideal environment here., dinner. Accommodation Private airport/hotel transfer,

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Giorno 3 — Kalahari Desert → Sossusvlei

Breakfast, departure for, The Namib Desert is one of the oldest on Earth, famous for the beauty of its dunes, some of the tallest in the world. These dunes are protected by the Namib-Naukluft Park, a national park larger than Switzerland., lunch break along the way, late afternoon arrival to Sossusvlei, time available for relaxation or an optional walk around the lodge, dinner. Accommodation Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy,

Giorno 4 — Sossusvlei

Breakfast, Wake up in the early hours of the morning to admire the spectacle of the sunrise on the highest sand dunes in the world, which change color with the changing light. The morning continues with a visit to Dead Vlei, a very suggestive salt pan created by the evaporation of a stretch of the Tsauchab River and surrounded by monumental dunes. The vlei is reached after an easy walk of about 1 km; the silence is almost unreal and the color contrasts are strong: the black of the "camelthorn" trees, the white of the clayey ground, the reddish tones of the dunes that stand out against the intense blue of the sky., lunch, In the afternoon, you explore the Sesriem Canyon, carved by the erosive action of wind and water 18 million years ago., dinner. Accommodation,

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Giorno 5 — Sossusvlei → Swakopmund

Breakfast, departure to Swakopmund, You leave the desert for the ocean, crossing the northernmost part of the Namib Naukluft Park, a refuge for the mountain zebra and the preferred habitat of the Welwitschia Mirabilis, a plant symbol of Namibia for its ability to survive in hostile environments for up to two thousand years. A short visit to the spectacular Moon Valley, with its unusual geological formations. Today's destination is Swakopmund, located between the dunes and the ocean, a curious city for its contrast with the typically German architecture of its colonial origin and the wild environment that surrounds it., lunch break along the way, available evening, dinner free. Accommodation ***obxStar Panzio,

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Giorno 6 — Swakopmund

Breakfast, day dedicated to the excursion to Sandwich Harbour, Sandwich Harbour, in the Namib Naukluft Park, is visited by few people. A wall of high sand dunes plunges into the ocean, creating breathtaking scenery and unique landscapes. The tour starts every morning at the Sandwich Harbour 4x4 office in Walvis Bay. After a short break at the Walvis Bay lagoon to admire the flamingos, the 4x4s take us to the first dunes and the Kuiseb River delta, a dry river where animals such as springbok and jackals can be seen. To reach Sandwich Harbour, one of the richest and most unique wetland areas in southern Africa, we will have to drive along the shoreline, challenging the tides and crossing dunes, until we reach the lagoon. Nestled between the sea and the Namib dunes, the Sandwich Harbour lagoon is formed by freshwater infiltrations from the underground aquifer. Here we will have time to admire the panorama, walk on the beach in search of flamingos and pelicans, or climb the dunes adjacent to the sea. After a picnic lunch that includes a selection of snacks, salads, bread, fresh fruit, drinks, and white wine, we return home following a route through the dunes, an itinerary of pure fun dotted with numerous spectacular views., return to Swakopmund, available evening. Accommodation ***obxStar Panzio,

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Giorno 7 — Swakopmund → Damaraland

Breakfast, departure to the Damaraland, 120 km north of Swakopmund, at Cape Cross, you will find the largest colony of Cape fur seals in the world, with between 80,000 and 100,000 individuals. In a desolate and rugged landscape, elevated walkways allow visitors to observe the animals up close, truly an impressive sight. Cape Cross is also home to a replica of the stone cross placed by Portuguese explorer Diago Cāo in 1484, marking the first European landing on this coast., stop to observe the seal colony, I arrive at the field and have lunch., Damaraland is a semi-desert region located in the northwest of Namibia, bordered by the Skeleton Coast to the north, Kaokoland to the northwest, Etosha National Park to the east, and the Namib Desert to the south. It is characterized by a rocky and hilly landscape, with scattered human settlements and sparse vegetation. In this region, you can find some of the oldest and most fascinating geological formations on the African continent, such as the Brandberg, the highest mountain in Namibia, also known as the "Mountain of Fire," and Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its prehistoric rock engravings. Damaraland is also home to several species of wildlife, including desert elephants, oryx, giraffes, mountain zebras, and black rhinos, which have adapted to life in a dry and often rugged environment. The region is an ideal destination for nature lovers and hikers.. During the stay, excursions to the Petrified Forest, the Twyfelfontein rock engravings site, and safaris to search for desert elephants in off-road vehicles are planned., dinner in the countryside. Accommodation Okapuka Ranch,

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Giorno 8 — Damaraland

Breakfast, Interesting day of sightseeing in the surroundings, Twyfelfontein is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its over two thousand rock engravings dating back to the late Stone Age. The rock formations and remnants of prehistoric volcanic activity are also very interesting., The Petrified Forest is the largest accumulation of fossilized tree trunks in southern Africa. The trunks are in excellent condition and have been declared a national monument. The presence of hundreds of more or less exposed, perfectly fossilized and mostly complete trunks indicates that they were transported, deposited on site, and quickly covered with sediments during a major flood event. The fossils belong to seven different types of plants of the Dadoxylon arberi Seward type, a conifer belonging to the extinct Cordaitales order of the Gymnospermae class. The wood has undergone almost complete silicification. Only some parts have been filled with calcite. The colors range from brown with whitish streaks to red with light streaks. The presence of clear growth rings in the trunk sections indicates the type of environment in which the plants grew, characterized by a seasonal climate with marked variations in rainfall., lunch and dinner in the countryside. Accommodation Okapuka Ranch,

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Giorno 9 — Damaraland → Etosha Heights

Breakfast, departure for, visit to a Himba village, lunch break along the way, I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., Founded in 1999, Etosha Heights is one of the largest private reserves in Namibia, sharing a 65 km border with the famous Etosha National Park. The reserve offers 600 square kilometers of wildlife, within which the Etosha Mountain Lodge is perched on the side of an iconic dolomite hill. The chalets at Etosha Mountain Lodge are comfortable and spacious, all with private bathrooms with shower and bathtub. In the center of the camp, there is a bright and airy "lapa" area, and under the thatched roof, there is a restaurant, bar, and various lounge areas. Guests have access to a well-stocked cellar, a shop, and a swimming pool., dinner. Accommodation Usa Canada avec extension 2020,

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Giorno 10 — Etosha Heights

Full board at the lodge, Photo safari day in the Private Reserve with the lodge's vehicles., accommodation Usa Canada avec extension 2020,

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Giorno 11 — Etosha Heights → Etosha National Park

Breakfast, day of photosafari in the park, lunch break along the way, transfer to another area of the park, Arrival at the lodge in the late afternoon, dinner. Accommodation Hertz R 2WD Minivan MVAR/IVAR,

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Giorno 12 — Etosha National Park → Windhoek

Breakfast, departure for, lunch along the way (not included), I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., free time, dinner. Accommodation Lankanholmen Sea Cabins,

Giorno 13 — Windhoek

Breakfast, At the locally indicated time, transfer to the airport only with a driver, without assistance., end of services,

Notes

LUGGAGE: includes handling of one medium-sized luggage (max 23 kg) per person. Due to limited space in vehicles, we cannot guarantee extra luggage.
Rooms: Triple rooms are not available; it is not possible to accommodate 3 adults in the same standard room.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.
SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels.
HOTEL, CHECK-OUT: The room must be vacated in the morning, by the time indicated by the hotel; the surcharge for late check-out is equal to an extra night.
HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or hotels with others of similar or higher category, means of transportation, etc., if required by unforeseen circumstances and necessary for the safety and normal continuation of the trip. Furthermore, when it is not possible to accommodate all participants in the same hotel, the group will be divided among different hotels of equal category.
TIPS: not included, but practically mandatory, unless there are serious shortcomings. We recommend a tip of $5/7 per person per day for the driver/guide., MEALS: not included unless specified.
PUNCTUALITY: we recommend respecting the scheduled times. No refunds are provided for services missed due to customer delays.
REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay.

Meals

Legend: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner,

Price includes

Local companion in Italian, meals: 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 10 dinners, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), Entrance to parks and reserves, visits, excursions and photo safaris as per the program and Green seat., Porterage at the airport and hotel, 1 piece of luggage per person., VIP Card: delivered by the local guide upon arrival, entitles you to numerous benefits, such as discounts on optional excursions and purchases.,

Price does not include

Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage, medical-luggage-cancellation insurance, unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general, entry visa for non-EU (European Union) citizens, tip, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",

Important notes

With effect from 01 April 2025, Namibia has imposed a visa fee on Italian visitors. The cost will be NAD 1600.00 (approximately €83.00) and must be applied for online, strictly prior to departure, at the following link https://eservices.mhaiss.gov.na/visaonarrival. Tourists must present on arrival both the entry visa and fill in the Arrival Form. We recommend that you obtain the visa and print out the Arrival Form before departure. Translated with DeepL.com (free version), No vaccination is required; the country has an arid climate and malaria prophylaxis is only recommended for those traveling to the northern regions of the country (such as Caprivi and Kaokoland) during the rainy season, from November to March., Triple rooms not available, HOTEL CHANGE: less than 30 days before departure, if the indicated hotels are no longer available, they will be replaced with similar ones, with timely communication of the change.,

Cancellation policies

Deposit 20% of the fee upon confirmation of services. The deposit is non-refundable. Cancellation fees up to 8 weeks before departure penalty of 25% - from 4 weeks before 50% - from 3 weeks before 60% - less than 2 weeks 100%,

Partenze disponibili

Lingue

Ago

Set

Ott

Nov

Dic

Garantito

Characteristics

Collective tour
Italian: accompagnatore/guida locale in italiano durante il tour in pullman English: local companion/guide in Italian during the bus tour
guaranteed departures min 2 / max 14 participants until seats are sold out. TRANSFERS / VEHICLES: transfers, excursions, and scheduled visits are done with different vehicles depending on the number of participants. Approximately: up to 8 pax off-road vehicles like Stretched Land Cruiser or similar, from 8 to 16 Iveco or similar, with air conditioning. ***EXPERIENCES***
Sossusvlei: naturalistic safari on the dunes, walk to Dead Vlei, excursion to Sesriem Canyon.
Sandwich Harbour: spectacular dune excursion
stop to observe the seal colony
visit of 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites

Itinerary

Giorno 1 — Windhoek

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Giorno 2 — Windhoek → Kalahari Desert

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Giorno 3 — Kalahari Desert → Sossusvlei

Giorno 4 — Sossusvlei

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Giorno 5 — Sossusvlei → Swakopmund

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Giorno 6 — Swakopmund

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Giorno 7 — Swakopmund → Damaraland

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Giorno 8 — Damaraland

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Giorno 9 — Damaraland → Etosha Heights

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Giorno 10 — Etosha Heights

Full board at the lodge, Photo safari day in the Private Reserve with the lodge's vehicles., accommodation Usa Canada avec extension 2020,

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Giorno 11 — Etosha Heights → Etosha National Park

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Giorno 12 — Etosha National Park → Windhoek

Breakfast, departure for, lunch along the way (not included), I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., free time, dinner. Accommodation Lankanholmen Sea Cabins,

Giorno 13 — Windhoek

Breakfast, At the locally indicated time, transfer to the airport only with a driver, without assistance., end of services,

Notes

LUGGAGE: includes handling of one medium-sized luggage (max 23 kg) per person. Due to limited space in vehicles, we cannot guarantee extra luggage.
Rooms: Triple rooms are not available; it is not possible to accommodate 3 adults in the same standard room.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.
SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels.
HOTEL, CHECK-OUT: The room must be vacated in the morning, by the time indicated by the hotel; the surcharge for late check-out is equal to an extra night.
HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or hotels with others of similar or higher category, means of transportation, etc., if required by unforeseen circumstances and necessary for the safety and normal continuation of the trip. Furthermore, when it is not possible to accommodate all participants in the same hotel, the group will be divided among different hotels of equal category.
TIPS: not included, but practically mandatory, unless there are serious shortcomings. We recommend a tip of $5/7 per person per day for the driver/guide., MEALS: not included unless specified.
PUNCTUALITY: we recommend respecting the scheduled times. No refunds are provided for services missed due to customer delays.
REFUNDS: There are no refunds for parts of the tour or excursions not carried out due to force majeure; in any case, no refund is due to the customer who decides to interrupt the trip or stay.