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Included excursions
· Two game drives at Oropko lodge · Okahandja market · Tsumeb museum · Etosha National Park · Village of the Himba tribe · Twyfelfontein · Namib Desert · City tour of Windhoek
Optional excursion
· Walvis Bay and marine cruise
Rock carving
Meal arrangements
11 nights full board
DAY 9 Walvis Bay An optional excursion will be available this morning to Walvis Bay, the only deepwater harbour along the Namibian coastline. The huge natural lagoon is home to a vast quantity of Africa's flamingo, and a great variety of wetland birds can be seen here including pelicans, cormorants, sandpipers and grebes. We enjoy a marine cruise to Bird Island and Pelican Point to see the Cape Fur seal colony. If we are lucky we may be accompanied by dolphins. DAY 10 Namib Desert & Sossusvlei Travelling south into the Namib Desert we descend into the Kuiseb Canyon, where the red sands fall into the deep black gorges and the course of the river is marked by a trail of green. We cross the Tropic of Capricorn and encounter hardy desert species. Curious little ground squirrels dash out of their burrows with tails flared and raised above their bodies like an umbrella, while Lappet-faced vultures circle on thermals high in the sky, searching the plains for their prey. We spend two nights in Sossusvlei. DAY 11 Namib Desert Rising 1,000 feet above the plains, the dunes of the Namib reputedly the oldest desert in the world are spectacular. In the late afternoon we head into the dune fields and continue by 4x4 vehicles into the deep sand. We explore stark white pans, dotted with ancient dead Camelthorn trees surrounded by the towering orange dunes; and discover the curious wildlife of the desert, from dancing lizards to head-standing beetles and blind moles. DAY 12 Windhoek We return to the Namibian capital today for our final night and enjoy a city tour. A delightful mix of old and new, historic forts and castles overlook the city, whilst the Tinten Palast, the historic seat of Namibia's government, nestles amongst well-kept gardens. We enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening. DAYS 13 & 14 Windhoek/UK Ater a little free time this morning we transfer to the airport for the overnight flight to London. YOUR HOTELS CENTRAL HIGHLANDS Oropoko Lodge, 2 nights full board. In the heart of the Namibian savannah, this grand lodge offers spacious accommodation in lovely bungalows set between the surrounding rocks. The main building has a delightful Panorama Restaurant, swimming pool and sun terrace. Uris Safari Lodge, 2 nights full board. Just a short drive from the mining town of Tsumeb, this lodge offers comfortable accommodation in beautiful surroundings. The restaurant, bar and lounge open onto spacious open decks a great place to watch the beautiful Namibian sunsets. A swimming pool completes the excellent facilities. DAMARALAND Vingerklip Lodge, 2 nights full board. Nestled in a beautiful landscape this comfortable lodge has a sundowner verandah with unbelievable views of the whole valley.
SWAKOPMUND Swakopmund Hotel (4-star), 2 nights full board. Located near the centre of Swakopmund, this luxurious hotel is decorated in Victorian style and boasts two restaurants, a swimming pool, gym and casino. The comfortable guest rooms have air-conditioning, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. SOSSUSVLEI Sossusvlei Lodge, 2 nights full board. This comfortable lodge has a restaurant and swimming pool. Rooms have private facilities and veranda. WINDHOEK Hotel Pension Thule, 1 night full board. Located on a hill above the city, this small, welcoming hotel has a pool, restaurant and bar and affords stunning views across the city. The spacious air-conditioned guest rooms are furnished in contemporary style with TV, minibar, coffee and tea making facilities and safe.
Also included
· The services of an experienced
Page & Moy Tour Guide
· Hotel porterage · Complimentary transfers between your
home and UK airport
Travel Arrangements
Departure Dates & Prices
Holiday Number: ELNA 2008
9 April 25 June 27* August 29 October Price Per Person £2599 £2499 £2599 £2699
EXTEND YOUR STAY
Victoria Falls & Botswana 4 nights from £779
Experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of Victoria Falls, the `Smoke that Thunders', staying for two nights on a bed and breakfast basis at the Zambezi Sun in Livingstone, Zambia. Admire the splendour of the falls before driving to the unspoilt natural paradise of Botswana. You'll stay for two nights on a full board basis in Chobe Marina Lodge in the wonderful Chobe National Park, going on safari to seek out elephant and wild cats in the lush, forested landscapes and taking a cruise on the Chobe River for a unique perspective of hippos, crocodiles and water buffalo, all accompanied by a local guide. Single rooms £320. This extension is available on our 27 August departure.
* Victoria Falls & Botswana add-on available Deposit £150 per person Prices are based on the shared occupancy of twin or double rooms with private facilities. Scheduled flights by British Airways between London Heathrow and Windhoek via Johannesburg; departing at 2115h and arriving back at 0620h.
Supplements per person
Single rooms £330 Double entry Zambia visa (extension only) £42 please see page 80 Zambian airport departure tax (£20) paid locally Holiday Insurance please see page 82 Please see pages 79-81 for details of items not included in the holiday price and our price policy.
Visit Walvis Bay
Complimentary travel to the airport FREE taxi, National Express coaching, airport TAXI parking or regional connecting flights
Victoria Falls Please see page 6 for details
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