Compare Namibia Fly-in Tour by Rhino Africa Safaris vs Namibia in 10 days - Safari, Sand Dunes & Naukluft Mountains - Superior by Exoticca
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| Duration | 7 days | 10 days |
| Price From | Check price | $ 5,599 |
| Price Per Day | Check price | $ 560 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Basic | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 9 breakfasts and 3 dinners. |
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This six night Namibia Fly-in Tour takes you to the some of the most remote luxury lodges in Southern Africa. And what makes it all the more special is that you don't have to endure those long bumpy hours driving from camp to camp - you'll fly! The tour is based on two people sharing and starts and ends in Windhoek. From the Namibian capital you'll move on to the Kaokoland region, then Damaraland, ending in the Etosha area before returning home. |
Travel to Namibia and discover the most impressive landscapes in Africa. Experience unforgettable safaris in the Etosha National Park. Enjoy the otherworldly landscape of Sesriem, the ancient rock carvings of Twyfelfontein and surprise yourself with the atmosphere of charming Swakopmund. See the famous red dunes of Sossusvlei and explore the Naukluft Mountains. |
Day 1-3: Serra Cafema Tented Camp, Kunene
You will be transferred by Wilderness Air from Windhoek to Serra Cafema Tented Camp in the Kunene region, for two nights on a fully inclusive basis.
Included: All meals, park fees, scheduled activities, bed levy, laundry, local drinks and house wine (excluding premier brands and selected wines).
Day 3-5: Damaraland Tented Camp, Damaraland
Fly with Wilderness Air from Serra Cafema to Damaraland Tented Camp in the Damaraland region, for two nights on a fully inclusive basis.
Included: All meals, park fees, scheduled activities, bed levy, laundry, local drinks and house wine (excluding premier brands and selected wines).
Day 5-7: Ongava Lodge, Etosha
Fly with Wilderness Air from Damaraland Tented Camp to Ongava Lodge in the Etosha region, for two nights on a fully inclusive basis. On the last day, you'll fly from Ongava Lodge back to Windhoek for your onward journey.
Included: All meals, park fees, scheduled activities, bed levy, laundry, local drinks and house wine (excluding premier brands and selected wines).
Day 1: US - Night on board
Arrive at your US departure airport ready to board a flight to Windhoek, the Namibian capital. Night on board.* * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2: Windhoek - Otjiwarongo
Touch down in Windhoek and meet your guide at the airport. If you arrive early in the day, enjoy a short city tour and stop for a coffee whilst waiting for the rest of the group to arrive before departing to Otjiwarongo. Arrive in Otjiwarongo, set in beautiful countryside and depending on your arrival time, enjoy a visit at the local wood carvers market in Okahandja. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay in Otjwarongo.
Day 3: Otjiwarongo - Etosha National Park
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, set off for Etosha National Park, home to a diverse array of wildlife. On the way, stop at a traditional Himba Village to experience the culture of this unique community.* Continue into the wilds of Etosha and enjoy spectacular game-viewing on the way to the lodge, admiring the landscapes dotted with wildlife such as lions, giraffes, elephants and rhinos. Arrive at the lodge and get comfortable, soaking up the amazing landscapes. Be sure to make time to watch the sunset over the vast plains of Etosha. Overnight stay in Etosha. * Important: For the visit to the Himba Village, a mandatory fee of NAD 450.00 (local currency) must be paid at the destination.
Day 4: Etosha National Park
After breakfast at the lodge, set off on an unforgettable full-day game drive through abundant Etosha National Park in a special open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle. Keep an eye out for large predators, beautiful game species as well as colorful and unique bird species. Snap photos, take in the landscapes and look out for wildlife. Etosha is home to 114 mammal species and 340 varieties of bird. Overnight stay in Etosha.
Day 5: Etosha National Park - Damaraland
Breakfast at the lodge. Continue your adventure the morning as you depart for Damaraland, an untamed, rugged and beautiful desert landscape. Known for its spectacular rock formations, see the regions most iconic sights such as the ancient rock engravings of Twyfelfontein, the granite peaks of Spitzkoppe and the huge Brandberg Mountain. Explore the impressive Petrified Forest and unearth the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Twyfelfontein. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Damaraland.
Day 6: Damaraland - Swakopmund
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, set off to Swakopmund, Namibia's most famous coastal city, known for its charming German colonial architecture. Along the way, pay a visit to the settlement of Uis and continue along the coast. Arrive at the hotel in Swakopmund and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, enjoying the sandy Atlantic coastline and the colorful buildings that line the beach. Overnight stay in Swakopmund.
Day 7: Swakopmund
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Swakopmund. Explore this unique coastal oasis, nestled between the Atlantic and the dunes of the Namib desert. See the half-timbered Woermannhaus, a relic of German architecture, today a public library, examine precious gems at the Kristall Galerie museum, home to a huge collection of precious stones and jewels, or explore the famous Skeleton Coast. We recommend an optional Dolphin Cruise on Walvis Bay.* Overnight stay in Swakopmund. * Optional Dolphin Cruise on Walvis Bay: Experience the biodiversity of Walvis Bay on an exciting dolphin-spotting cruise. Look out for friendly seals and pods of dolphins as you cruise on Walvis Bay and enjoy fresh oysters and champagne on board.
Day 8: Swakopmund - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains
Breakfast at the hotel. It's time to explore Namibia's most famous landscapes in Sossusvlei, a photographers paradise known for its huge red sand dunes. Pass through Namib Naukluft Park, between the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and the edge of the Great Escarpment, and continue to the breathtaking Naukluft Mountains, known for their rich wildlife including mountain zebras and leopards. Take in the spectacular views of red sand dunes, strange welwitschia plants, endemic to the Namib desert, along the way and transfer to the lodge. Dinner and overnight stay in the Naukluft Mountains.
Day 9: Naukluft Mountains - Soussusvlei - Naukluft Mountains
After breakfast at the lodge, set off early into the vast landscapes of Soussusveli to explore the Sesriem Canyon, shaped by the Tsauchab River over millions of years. Appreciate the breathtaking rock formations and learn about how the canyon has been an important source of water in an otherwise arid region. See the gravity-defying Dune 45 and the breathtaking white clay pan of Deadvlei before returning to the hotel. The remainder of the day is free at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in the Naukluft Mountains.
Day 10: Naukluft Mountains - Windhoek
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free morning before transferring back to the lively city of Windhoek. This afternoon, enjoy a city tour to learn more about the capital. See its most emblematic sights such as the Old Fort before visiting a local township, a vibrant neighborhood where you can experience authentic Namibian culture. Overnight stay in Windhoek.
Day 11: Windhoek - Night on board
Breakfast* at the hotel. Spend the morning at your leisure and then check-out. Transfer to the airport for a return flight back to the US. Night on board. * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Day 12: US
Arrive in the US and end your trip.
