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Fly-in Safaris
Bird's-Eye of Namibia
8 Days Windhoek to Windhoek
Tour VON
Etosha National Park
Highlights Include · Spectacular views of Namibia's landscape by air · The vast expanse of Etosha National Park · Desert elephants in Damaraland · The coastal town of Swakopmund · The exclusive Wolwedans Dune Lodge in the Namib Rand National Park
Departures : Jan 12, 26. Feb 9, Adventure 3. Mar 8, 22. Apr 5, 19. May 3, 17, 31. Jun 14, 28. Jul 12, 26. Aug 9, 23. Sept 6, 20. Oct 14, 18. Day 1: Windhoek to Etosha Your journey starts from Namibia's Eros airport, where you will board your light aircraft bound for Etosha National Park, where you will stay for the next two nights. At your lodge enjoy African cuisine under the night sky, lit only by stars and a roaring leadwood fire. (D) Overnight: Onguma Lodge Day 2: Etosha National Park A full day of game viewing awaits you! You will depart after breakfast in your open gameviewing vehicle for a drive through Africa's most diverse and fascinating nature reserves. You may even come across four of the 'Big 5', and the endangered cheetah! (BLD) Days 3 & 4: Damaraland After breakfast you will fly into Damaraland and the Mowani Mountain Camp, situated in the Twyfelfontein Conservancy. `Miwani' means `Place of God', a description that aptly lives up to its name; this is where you will find peace and tranquillity. Lunch is followed by a siesta and an afternoon excursion to the ancient Bushman rock engravings at Twyfelfontein. The following day can be spent exploring the surrounds, or join a drive down into the riverbeds in search of the elusive desert elephant. (BLD) Overnight: Mowani Mountain Camp
Damaraland
Swakopmund
Windhoek
Namib Naukluft Park
Namib Rand Nature Reserve
Day 5: Swakopmund & Namib Rand Nature Reserve This morning, fly over the awe-inspiring Damaraland to Swakopmund, Namibia's most popular coastal destination. This tranquil town, wedged between the Atlantic Ocean and the Namib Desert, offers a wide range of activities including quad biking, sand boarding, marine cruises and desert tours to mention but a few (optional and payable locally, time permitting). In the afternoon you will fly via scenic routes to the Namib Rand Nature Reserve, situated in one of the most serene environments of the Namib Desert, and check-in for a three-night stay. (BLD) Overnight: Wolwedans Dune Lodge Days 6 & 7: Namib Rand Nature Reserve Explore the Namib Rand Reserve on a day safari. Enjoy the
unique desert landscape by Land Rover through the dunes, endless grassy plains and mystical mountain formations. See how the variety of habitants, including Gemsbok and Mountain Zebra, survive in this harsh desert climate. On day 7, you may choose to view this awe-inspiring, soulful and liberating environment from a hot-air balloon, or take part in the many additional activities on offer (optional and payable locally). In the evenings, experience the sense of peace and tranquillity of this remote area, under the magnificent blanket of stars. (BLD) Day 8: Namib Rand Nature Reserve - Windhoek After a leisurely breakfast, board your aircraft for the final flight back to Windhoek. (B)
Baggage is restricted to 10kgs per person, and must be in soft bags. Limitations are strictly adhered to for safety reasons.
Prices Include
· Services of an experienced pilot/guide; dual language (English/German) commentary · All accommodation, transportation and sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary · All meals as detailed in the itinerary; B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
Tour Prices
Price per person, in £'s from
Tour Code VON 01Jan08-31Oct08 01Nov08-31Mar09 Twin 2496 2746 Single 2920 3212
Brochure prices may change, see booking conditions
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