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Abstract
Discover Namibia – a land of breathtaking landscapes and boundless prairies. You will see Windhoek, culturally halfway between Europe and Africa; the Namib desert, with the giant dunes of Sossulvlei, and some of the most stunning landscapes in southern Africa; Sesriem, where centuries of erosion incised a narrow gorge; The Twyfelfontein valley (Damaraland), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will amaze you with over two thousand ancient rock engravings. The northern part of the country boasts one of the largest, most pristine natural parks in Africa – Etosha. You will also have the chance to visit a Himba village. Extension options: the Victoria Falls in Zambia/Zimbabwe; the Chobe Park and the Okavango Delta in Botswana; sea stays at the Mauritius and Seychelles Islands.,
Characteristics
- Group tour
- Italian-speaking courier/guide for the whole tour
- departures are guaranteed (min 2 participants) from 46 days before the beginning of the tour. Subject to availability
- small groups (max. 14 participants). Full board included (aside from two dinners) from the first dinner to the last breakfast
- minimum age: 12 years
- 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)
***EXPERIENCES*** - safari on the dunes of Sossusvlei
- dolphin-watching cruise in Walvis Bay, with wine tasting and fresh oysters
- visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites,
Itinerary
Day 1 — Windhoek
An English speaking assistant will meet you upon arrival, transfer to the hotel, 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., the rest of the day is free, Dinner at leisure, accommodation JV Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure,
Day 2 — Windhoek → Kalahari Desert
Km 330
breakfast, meeting with the Italian language guide, departure to the, I arrive at the lodge in time for the sunset., Anib Lodge is located on the edge of the Kalahari Desert in an oasis with large ponds that collect water during the rainy season. The lodge, completely renovated in 2016, is comfortable, with several relaxation areas and is surrounded by a lush garden, with large trees and huge palms. It has two swimming pools, the rooms are simple and spacious, all have air conditioning and a safe. Curio shop with a good selection of souvenirs, large buffet restaurant., A suggestive evening off-road excursion to admire the sunset from the red dunes while sipping an aperitif. During the trip, you will have the opportunity to see springbok antelopes, zebras, wildebeest, and even weaver birds, dinner at the lodge, accommodation Private airport/hotel transfer,
Day 3 — Kalahari Desert → Sossusvlei
Km 320
breakfast, departure to the, 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., you will stay for two nights in a lodge in Sesriem, at the gates of the National Park. The rest of the day is free for you to relax in the swimming pool or at the bar, or to try to catch sight of antelopes and small desert mammals coming to drink at the nearby watering hole., dinner, accommodation The Adventurer,
Day 4 — Sossusvlei
Km 120
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. After that, you will explore the Sesriem canyon, formed by wind and water erosion 18 million years ago., return to the lodge, dinner, accommodation The Adventurer,
Day 5 — Sossusvlei → Swakopmund
Km 350, 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., dinner, accommodation,
Day 6 — Swakopmund
Km 100
breakfast, departure to, Excursion that combines a cruise through the dolphin- and seal-filled waters of Walvis Bay with a guided 4x4 tour to the oasis of Sandwich Harbour., Sandwich Harbour is a coastal lagoon, part of the Sperrgebiet, a coastal park that is the continuation of the Namib Naukluft, where sand dunes up to a hundred metres high drop into the ocean. Access, exclusively by 4x4 and as part of a guided excursion, only when tide and wind conditions permit., return to Swakopmund, dinner, accommodation,
Day 7 — Swakopmund → Twyfelfontein
Km 360
breakfast, departure to Twyfelfontein, the journey carries on along the coastal road, through the fishermen village of Wlotzkasbaken and the small town of Henties Bay. After that, the road bends inland, running through the flat savannah of Damaraland. Here, in this exceptionally rich land both in terms of landscapes and archaeology, rises the huge Brandberg massif: with a height of 2,579 m, it’s the tallest mountain in the country. Arrival at the UNESCO-listed Twyfelfontein, boasting over 2,000 rock engravings dating back to the Later Stone Age. The rock formations and the remains of ancient volcanism are also a very fascinating sight., I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., dinner, accommodation,
Day 8 — Twyfelfontein → Etosha National Park
Km 360
breakfast, departure to the Etosha National Park, During the journey, a short stop to admire the Petrified Forest, where ancient trees were turned into stone over 260 million years ago. Visit to a traditional Himba village. The visit aims to learn about this semi-nomadic people who have lost much of their natural territory due to the wars between Namibia and Angola, discovering their way of life, traditional clothing, and spiritual beliefs., I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., accommodation at the lodge, just outside the park, dinner, accommodation Treebo Royce,
Day 9 — Etosha National Park
Breakfast, morning and afternoon game drive in the park, the safari is carried out with the same means of transport as the tour, with your guide often proposing the possibility of an open vehicle safari for an extra charge (payable locally in cash) and if all participants agree., Etosha is Namibia's most famous national park. Covering an area of more than 22,000 square km, it’s a boundless, verdant savannah interspersed with bush. At its heart is the Etosha Pan – the largest salt pan in Africa, a landmark visible from outer space. The locals call it “The Place of Mirages”. The game drives take place along the routes connecting the many watering holes where the animals come to drink. You will have the chance to catch sight of elephants, giraffes and antelopes and, if you are lucky enough, even some large predators., return to the lodge, dinner, accommodation,
Day 10 — Etosha National Park → Windhoek
Km 450
breakfast, morning game drive in the park, departure to Windhoek, 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., orientation tour of the city, dinner, accommodation JV Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure,
Day 11 — Windhoek
Breakfast, Rooms have to be vacated in the morning, transfer to the airport, end of the tour,
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.
- MINIMUM AGE: At least 7 years, although we recommend a minimum of 10. Children from 6 to 12 years are allowed to join the safari at the rangers’ discretion.
- 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.
- 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, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 dinners, admission to parks and sanctuaries, visits, excursions and game drives: as scheduled ans Green seat, private transfer by air-conditioned coach, minivan or car depending on the number of the participants, airport and hotel porterage, 1 piece per person,
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, air travel and taxes, 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, transfer to the airport on the last day (English-speaking driver only),
Cancellation policies
No cancellation fees until 61 days before departure - up to 60-31 days prior to departure 10% fee; 30-21 days 50%; 20-8 days 75%; 7-0 days or no show 100%,
