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The Best of Namibia

Tours and Cruises11 Giorni

Windhoek, Namibia

Windhoek›Kalahari Desert›Sossusvlei›Swakopmund›Twyfelfontein›Etosha National Park

Partenze disponibili

Lingue

Ago 2026

Ott 2026

Nov 2026

Gen 2027

Feb 2027

Mar 2027

Apr 2027

Maggio 2027

Giu 2027

Lug 2027

Ago 2027

Set 2027

Ott 2027

Garantito

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

Collective tour
local companion/guide in Italian for the entire tour
guaranteed departures with a minimum of 2 participants for 46 days from the departure until all seats are filled.
small groups, max 14 participants. Include half board, from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the last day
minimum age: 12 years
VIP Card: delivered by the local guide upon arrival, entitles you to numerous benefits, such as discounts on optional excursions and purchases.
***EXPERIENCES***
Sossusvlei: naturalistic safari on the dunes, walk to Dead Vlei, excursion to Sesriem Canyon.
Walvis Bay: dolphin watching cruise with wine tasting and fresh oyster sampling.
visit of 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites,

Itinerary

Giorno 1 — Windhoek

Welcome upon arrival, transfer to the hotel, 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., the rest of the day available, dinner free, accommodation JV Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure,

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Giorno 2 — Windhoek → Kalahari Desert

Km 330

breakfast, meeting with the Italian language guide, departure for the, 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., 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 in the lodge, accommodation Private airport/hotel transfer,

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Giorno 3 — Kalahari Desert → Sossusvlei

Km 320

breakfast, departure for the, 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., The lodge where you will be staying for two nights is in Sesriem, at the entrance to the National Park. The rest of the day is at your disposal: you can relax by the pool or at the bar and with a bit of luck, observe antelopes and small desert mammals that come to quench their thirst in the nearby waterhole., dinner, accommodation The Adventurer,

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Giorno 4 — Sossusvlei

Km 120

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. Finally, the Sesriem Canyon is explored, carved by the erosive action of wind and water 18 million years ago., return to the lodge, dinner, accommodation The Adventurer,

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Giorno 5 — Sossusvlei → Swakopmund

Km 350, 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., dinner, accommodation,

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Giorno 6 — Swakopmund

Km 100

breakfast, departure for, Walvis Bay is a port city located on the western coast of Namibia, on the shores of Walvis Bay. It is the third largest city in the country and the main commercial port, as well as an important fishing center. The city offers a wide range of tourist attractions, including pristine beaches, nature reserves, and national parks. The bay itself is one of the main attractions of the city, with its wide range of marine fauna, including dolphins, seals, whales, and a great variety of birds. The spectacle of the pink flamingos in the lagoon is also spectacular. The city also hosts a number of cultural and sporting events, including the Desert Festival and the Walvis Bay Fly Fishing Tournament. Additionally, there are many outdoor activities to choose from, such as surfing, kiteboarding, and quad biking., 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,

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Giorno 7 — Swakopmund → Twyfelfontein

Km 360

breakfast, departure to Twyfelfontein, You first follow the coastal road, passing through the fishing village of Wlotzkasbaken and the town of Henties Bay, then turning inland through the flat savannah of Damaraland interrupted by the vast massif of Brandberg, the country's highest mountain at 2,579 meters, in an area of great natural and archaeological value. You arrive at Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 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., I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., dinner, accommodation,

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Giorno 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 in a lodge outside the park, dinner, accommodation Treebo Royce,

Giorno 9 — Etosha National Park

Breakfast, morning and afternoon photosafari, 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 the focal point of every trip to Namibia. Two million years ago, it was a huge saltwater lake, which left behind a vast salt desert - Etosha saltpan - visible even from space and surrounded by thorny savannah, mopane shrubs, and arid forest. Today, Etosha is one of the most important African wildlife parks, as large as Lazio and Molise combined, with the largest concentration of black rhinos in the world. A 2005 census counted 250 lions, 300 rhinos, 3,000 giraffes, 12,000 zebras, 4,000 wildebeests, 5,500 oryx, and 2,500 elephants; there are at least 20,000 springbok gazelles. Safaris take place along the tracks that connect the waterholes where animals quench their thirst. The driest period, between June and November, is the best time to visit because the animals gather around the scarce waterholes to drink., return to the lodge, dinner, accommodation,

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Giorno 10 — Etosha National Park → Windhoek

Km 450

breakfast, in the morning, photo safari in the park, departure to Windhoek, 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., orientative visit of the city, dinner, accommodation JV Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure,

Giorno 11 — Windhoek

Breakfast, check-out in the morning, airport transfer, end of the tour,

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.
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 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. It is recommended: €7 per day per person for the guide and ranger, €4-5 per day per person for the driver, tracker, and hotel staff, depending on satisfaction with the service received. Usually, the guide hands out three envelopes, one for themselves, one for the Park rangers, and one for the driver, to be personally given to them at the end of the tour.
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, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 dinners, Entrance to parks and reserves, visits, excursions and photo safaris as per the program and Green seat., Private transportation with air conditioning in a luxury coach, minivan, or car depending on the number of participants., Porterage at the airport and hotel, 1 piece of luggage per person.,

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, flights and airport 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 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, last day transfer to the airport only English-speaking driver,

Cancellation policies

No penalty up to 61 days before the start of the tour - 10% penalty from 60-31 days before the start of the tour, 50% penalty from 30-21 days, 75% penalty from 20-8 days, 100% penalty from 7-0 days or no show.,

Partenze disponibili

Lingue

Ago 2026

Ott 2026

Nov 2026

Gen 2027

Feb 2027

Mar 2027

Apr 2027

Maggio 2027

Giu 2027

Lug 2027

Ago 2027

Set 2027

Ott 2027

Garantito

Abstract

Characteristics

Collective tour
local companion/guide in Italian for the entire tour
guaranteed departures with a minimum of 2 participants for 46 days from the departure until all seats are filled.
small groups, max 14 participants. Include half board, from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the last day
minimum age: 12 years
VIP Card: delivered by the local guide upon arrival, entitles you to numerous benefits, such as discounts on optional excursions and purchases.
***EXPERIENCES***
Sossusvlei: naturalistic safari on the dunes, walk to Dead Vlei, excursion to Sesriem Canyon.
Walvis Bay: dolphin watching cruise with wine tasting and fresh oyster sampling.
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

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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 → Twyfelfontein

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Giorno 8 — Twyfelfontein → Etosha National Park

Giorno 9 — Etosha National Park

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Giorno 10 — Etosha National Park → Windhoek

Giorno 11 — Windhoek

Breakfast, check-out in the morning, airport transfer, end of the tour,

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.
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 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. It is recommended: €7 per day per person for the guide and ranger, €4-5 per day per person for the driver, tracker, and hotel staff, depending on satisfaction with the service received. Usually, the guide hands out three envelopes, one for themselves, one for the Park rangers, and one for the driver, to be personally given to them at the end of the tour.
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.