Welcome to Namibia
After arrival, meet and greet with your local Tourguide.
Transfer to Windhoek and check in at your accommodation. After some time to rest you will see the highlights of Windhoek the capital of Namibia. Discover the Christus Church, the Alte Feste and of course experience the charm of Katutura.
- Welcome Dinner at the legendary Joes Beerhouse
Good morning Namibia!
Today we start our journey.
After take off we fly direction south.
The landscape starts to change - The Sossusvlei Region is situated in south-western Namibia and is characterised mainly by the Namib Naukluft Park and its highlight Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei.
The Region is very diverse with the breath-taking Namib Desert – the oldest desert in the world – to the west and the Great escarpment forming a natural barrier between the Namib Desert and the central highlands to the far east.
Arrival at the Lodge
We start the day before Sunrise.
The sand dunes of Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert are often referred to as the highest dunes in the world. Various arguments are laid out to support this claim, but all miss the point, which is that Sossusvlei is surely one of the most spectacular sights in Namibia. Located in the Namib Naukluft park, the largest conservation area in Africa, and fourth largest in the world - the sand dunes at Sossusvlei are just one excellent reason to visit Namibia.
The best time to view Sossusvlei is close to sunrise and sunset; the colours are strong and constantly changing, allowing for wonderful photographic opportunities. The midday heat is intense and best spent in the shade.
'Vlei' is the Afrikaans word for a shallow depression filled with water (well, a depression that might sometimes be filled with water!), and the name 'Sossusvlei' should strictly only be applied to the pan that lies at the place where the dunes close in, preventing the waters of the Tsauchab River from flowing any further - that is, on the rare occasions that the river does flow as far as this. During exceptional rainy seasons, Sossusvlei may fill with water, causing Namibians to flock there to witness the grand sight, but normally it is bone dry. This particular 'vlei' is actually a more-or-less circular, hard-surfaced depression that is almost entirely surrounded by sharp-edged dunes, beyond which lies a formidable sea of rolling sand, stretching in unbroken immensity all the way to the coast. However, the name 'Sossusvlei' nowdays applies to the whole area - an area that encompasses the great plain of the Tsauchab River together with the red dunes that march along like giant sentinels to south and north of the plain.
Afternoon at leisure.
Balloon Flight at Sossusvlei (on request)
- Entrance Fees Sossusvlei
After a good breakfast we continue our journey.
We fly along the dry river bed of the Kuiseb river inland to the picturesque Kuiseb Canyon. We get to see the Tsondab Valley and the impressive Dead Vlei and Sossusvlei with the highest sand dunes worldwide. Further west we cross over the mystic diamond restricted are (Sperrgebiet) with its abandoned diamond ghost towns. We continue via Conception Bay and its seal colony to the shipwrecks of Eduard Bohlen (1909) and Shawnee (1976). Finally we arrive at Sandwich Habour, a protected area where the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean hit the mighty sand dunes of the Namib Desert. Via the colorful salt mines of Walvis Bay as we fly to Swakopmund.
Sandwiched between Atlantic rollers and the Namib Desert, Swakopmund is one of those great traveller way stations along the African road. At once Namibia's adventure capital and a surreal colonial remnant, part destination in its own right and part launch pad for an exploration of the Skeleton Coast and Namib Desert, this is a city with as much personality as it has sea frontage.
Today, the Atlantic Ocean calls us.
Experience Dolphins swimming alongside our sailing catamaran, Seals playing around, Sunfish sharing the secrets of the depths and shy Leatherback Turtles surfacing.
In season we also have Humpback Whales and Southern Right Whales breaching about. Cruising Back - Lunch is served! How better to round off a perfect morning with Oysters and Sparkling Wine, followed by our trademark platters with savoury snacks, coffee/tea and cakes.
Afternoon at leisure.
- Catamaran Dolphin Cruise
- Transfer to Walvis Bay
After a delicious breakfast we’ll exit the cold town of Swakopmund and make our way towards the warmer areas of the east.
A highlight of the Omaruru Game Lodge is the every evening’s wildlife spectacle directly in front of the restaurant terrace / restaurant patio, when various wild animals gather around the feeding places. It is a unique and unforgettable view of the wildlife around the waterhole. Surrounded by giraffes, zebras, rhinos, eland, gnus and so on the terrace is the ideal place to finish a day with a sundowner. After dawn the area of the waterhole is illuminated so that visitors will be able to watch the game during dinner.
Afternoon: Opportunity to an optional Game Driver on the Lodge ca. 300.00 N$ per Person.
The „Damaraland“ is part of the Kunene Region in the north-west of Namibia and is located between the Brandberg and the little village of Sesfontein. The Damaraland is characterised by its rocky and rugged landscapes of rough, fascinating beauty.
This region is home to the people of the Damara language group, thus the old name „Damaraland“, which today is only used in tourism and as geographical classification.
A day full of wellness and relaxation.
Enjoy the beauty of Epacha
Optional: Full day Game Drive to the Etosha National Park
Just a short flight from Epacha to the wonderful Mokuti Lodge.
On the eastern doorstep of world-famous Etosha National Park, in the mopane woodland of the region, lies Mokuti Etosha Lodge, a flagship of Namibian safari hospitality. Charming thatched buildings in the classic safari style are nestled among vast indigenous gardens, lending credence to the name “Mokuti” which in Ovambo means “in the forest”. Mokuti Etosha Lodge is the perfect starting point for your adventure into Namibia’s crowning glory, one of the most popular national parks in Africa. Discover Etosha and all its wonders with us!
Mokuti Etosha Lodge is the lodge closest to Etosha National Park, only a four-minute drive from the eastern gate, the Von Lindequist Gate near the historic Namutoni Fort. Mokuti is located on its own 4 000 hectare private nature reserve, which shares a common border with Etosha.
In the early morning the wilderness awaits, leading us to an excursion through the well-known Etosha National Park. Through the day you will be able to witness different varieties of animals, birds and trees. With luck we might even see some Rhinos, Lions and Gerard’s.
Stop and Lunch at Halali (not inclusive.)
Our destination is the Mokuti Lodge, located at the far end of the park. At arrival, enjoy the large swimming pool or exchange stories with your fellow companions with a nice glass of wine.
The Etosha National Park is one of the prettiest Nature parks in Africa, having one of the largest game counts. The centre of the Park forms a white sparkling area know as the Etosha pan. Massive animal herds wander through the open areas of the pan and collect in the dry season at the watering holes. Springbucks, Kudus, Elands, Impalas, Gnus, Ostrich’s, Giraffes, Elephants, Rhinos, Lions, Leopards, Cheetahs, Warthogs und Hyenas live in the Etosha Park.
- Full day Etosha Safari
Today we will explore the wild Caprivi.
Divava Okavango Resort & Spa is one of its kind in the Kavango region of Namibia. The complete lodge, the restaurant, the spa, and the rooms are overlooking the mighty Okavango River. At only 1km away from the Popa falls, you get a natural soundtrack of these rafts in the background.
Divava Lodge offers a wide variety of activities.
Enjoy the beauty of the Caprivi
Day at leisure.
Choose from a variety of Activities or enjoy the Spa at the Divava Lodge.
- Boat Safari
- Village Tours
- Popa Falls Tours
- Buffalo Game Park Tours
Today it is a short drive to your next destination.
Welcome to Erindi.
Namibias biggest private Game Reserve.
Erindi Private Game Reserve is a protected reserve in central Namibia. Erindi, meaning “place of water”, is a sustainable natural wonderland.
Day at leisure.
Choose from a variety of Activities or enjoy the view from the Lodge wooden Deck
- Bushman Walk
- Cheetah Walk
- Popa Falls Tours
- Game Drives
- Pangolin Tracking
- Leopard Project Drive
- Erindi Game Drive
Goodbye Namibia.
An old Namibian song states:
"When the Namibian sun once burned your heart, you never really can leave Namibia. "
We hope you will visit again.
