Italian-speaking courier/guide during the coach tour
departures are guaranteed (min 2 / max 14 participants); subject to availability. 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***
safari on the dunes of Sossusvlei
Sandwich Harbour: spectacular dune excursion
stop to observe the seal colony
visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Itinerary
Day 1 — Windhoek
An English speaking assistant will meet you upon arrival and take you to your hotel, During the transfer, a letter will be delivered with information regarding the departure of the tour for the following day., Rooms will be available from 15, the rest of the day is free, Boasting about 350,000 inhabitants, Windhoek is Namibia’s capital as well as its largest city. Rising in a verdant valley amidst the Auas mountains, at an altitude of 1,700 m, this pleasant town combines its elegant colonial tradition with a modern spirit. Its central location makes it the perfect gateway to the rest of the country., dinner at the hotel. Accommodation JV Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure,
Car
Day 2 — Windhoek → Kalahari Desert
Km 280
breakfast, departure to the Kalahari Desert, stop for lunch during transfer, accommodation at the lodge, afternoon game drive in the park, dinner. Accommodation Private airport/hotel transfer,
Car
Day 3 — Kalahari Desert → Sossusvlei
Breakfast, departure to, The Namib is one of the oldest deserts in the world. It owes its fame to is majestic, towering dunes, encompassed by the vast Namib Naukluft Park., stop for lunch during transfer, late afternoon arrival to Sossusvlei, time at leisure to relax or to take an optional walk, dinner. Accommodation Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy,
Day 4 — Sossusvlei
Breakfast, early wake-up to enjoy the spectacular sunrise on the tallest dunes in the world, wearing a beautiful variety of hues as the light in the sky changes. Later in the morning, visit Dead Vlei, a stunning white clay pan. It was formed after the Tsauchab river flooded, creating temporary shallow pools; after that, drought hit the area, and towering sand dunes encroached on the pan. The vlei can be reached by an undemanding 1-km walk. The silence here is otherworldly, and so are the oddly clashing colours: the black Camel Thorn trees rising from the white clay-soil; the reddish height of the dunes against the vivid 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,
Car
Day 5 — Sossusvlei → Swakopmund
Breakfast, departure to Swakopmund, the journey carries on from the desert to the ocean, across the northern side of the Namib Naukluft Park – the dwelling place of the mountain zebra and the favourite habitat of the Welwitschia Mirabilis, the plant symbol of Namibia due to its resilience and longevity (it can live up to 2,000 years). Short visit of the stunning Moon Valley, with its bizarre rock formations. Today’s destination is Swakopmund, halfway between the dunes and the ocean. The town is quite unique for the striking contrast between its markedly German Colonial architecture and its wild, lush surroundings., stop for lunch during transfer, free evening and night, Dinner at leisure. Accommodation ***obxStar Panzio,
Car
Day 6 — Swakopmund
Breakfast, full day 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, free evening and night. Accommodation ***obxStar Panzio,
Car
Day 7 — Swakopmund → Damaraland
Breakfast, departure to the Damaraland, stop to observe the seal colony, arrival at the tented camp in time for lunch, 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 at the camp. Accommodation Okapuka Ranch,
Car
Day 8 — Damaraland
Breakfast, a fascinating all-day visit of the surrounding area, 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 at the camp. Accommodation Okapuka Ranch,
Car
Day 9 — Damaraland → Etosha Heights
Breakfast, departure to, visit a typical Himba village, where you will be able to observe the customs and daily routine of this fascinating people, stop for lunch during transfer, 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,
Car
Day 10 — Etosha Heights
Full board at the lodge, full day game drive in the private reserve with the lodge vehicles., accommodation Usa Canada avec extension 2020,
Car
Day 11 — Etosha Heights → Etosha National Park
Breakfast, day of photosafari in the park, stop for lunch during transfer, transfer to another area of the park, Arrival at the lodge in the late afternoon, dinner. Accommodation Hertz R 2WD Minivan MVAR/IVAR,
Car
Day 12 — Etosha National Park → Windhoek
Breakfast, departure to, lunch en route, I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., free time for relaxation, dinner. Accommodation Lankanholmen Sea Cabins,
Day 13 — Windhoek
Breakfast, meet your driver at the agreed time for your transfer to the airport, end of services,
Notes
LUGGAGE: porterage is included for one medium-size baggage (max. 23 kg). Due to limited storage room, we cannot assure you can bring along extra baggage on the coach.
Rooms: Triple rooms are not available; it is not possible to accommodate 3 adults in the same standard room.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: before the start of the tour, all the participants must make sure they possess the required documents to enter the destination countries, and that such documents are comprehensive and valid.
SMOKING: smoking is prohibited in hotels and on coaches.
HOTEL, CHECK-OUT: rooms must be left in the morning (the exact time will be provided by the hotel). Supplements for late check-outs amount to an extra night's charge
FINAL HOTEL LIST: as in the travel documents
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The Organizing Body reserves the right to substitute the itinerary and/or the hotels to alternative of a similar or superior category in the event of unplanned circumstances, and if the safe and normal proceeding of the tour is threatened. Furthermore, when in the impossibility for all of the travellers to stay at the same hotel, the group will be split amidst several hotels of the same 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 when not specified
PUNCTUALITY: you are advised to be punctual. No refund is issued to passengers failing to meet at designated time.
REFUNDS: If the tour or any part thereof cannot be conducted due to Force Majeure or Vis Majeure, the Company shall not be responsible to give any refund; also, no refund will be given for any portions of the tour unused by the traveler
Meals
Key: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner,
Price includes
Italian-speaking local courier, meals: 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), admission to parks and sanctuaries, visits, excursions and game drives: as scheduled ans Green seat, airport and hotel porterage, 1 piece per person, upon arrival, your guide will give you your VIP card, allowing you to enjoy several advantages (among which, discount on optional excursions and other purchases),
Price does not include
Administration fees and “no-risk” coverage, trip cancellation, medical expense & baggage coverage, meals that have not been specified; beverage; any extra, entry visa for non-UE citizens, tips, 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 climate in Namibia is very dry, and the antimalarial prophylaxis is only recommended to travellers visiting the northern part of the country (for example, Caprivi and Kaokoland) during the rainy season – from November to March., triple rooms are 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%,
