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DAY 01: Windhoek
After boarding your coach in Windhoek early in the morning, it will be an easy start to your journey to the adventure centre of Namibia, Swakopmund. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
DAYS 02 & 03: Swakopmund
Founded in 1892 during the German colonial rule, the distinct colonial character has been well preserved. Swakopmund has several excellent restaurants, bars, coffee shops as well as many arts and crafts shops selling Namibian rural art. There are fine beaches to walk along as well as a great museum, aquarium and galleries to visit.
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Optional excursions include fishing trips, quad biking, sand boarding, skydiving, desert flights, watersports, golf and 4WD hire. (B)
DAY 04: Swakopmund to Sesreim
Leaving Swakopmund we head south and drive past Walvis Bay along the Atlantic Ocean on route to Sesreim.
A short distance away is Sossusvlei, surrounded by a dramatic sea of sand dunes reputed to be the highest in the world. Magnificent views of the desert can be seen from the top of the dunes, some over 300m high.
The afternoon will be spent exploring this amazing area. Tonight we will view the sunset from the top of Dune 45 – a truly memorable experience. (B,L,D)
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DAY 05: Sesreim to Helmringhausen Area
A very early pre-dawn rise this morning to witness the beauty of the sunrise in the dune field. After
breakfast in the dunes you have the chance to explore the areas of Deadvlei and Sossussvlei. An optional
and must do excursion is to walk in this area with the highly specialised local guides of Sossus on Foot. The
guide will bring the amazing history, geology, flora, fauna and cultural legacy of the Bushman to you. (150
Rand). From here we return to camp for lunch and a swim before bidding farewell to this beautiful area.
Departing the Namib - Naukluft Park area we drive south and choose our camp for the evening – no matter
where we camp here it will be a remote experience. (B,L,D)
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DAY 06: Helmringhausen Area to Fish River Canyon
Today we drive to Hobas campsite and the Fish River Canyon, the second largest in the world although reputed to be the most spectacular.
161km long, up to 27 kms wide and about 550ms deep, the outer canyon was formed by tectonic activity whilst the erosion of the Fish River formed the inner canyon.
A road running near the eastern rim gives access to several viewing points with spectacular views across the canyon. (B,L,D)
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DAY 07: Fish River Canyon to Orange River
We will continue our short drive south onto the Orange River, the natural land border between South Africa
and Namibia. You have the option of a half-day canoe trip on the beautiful Orange River. The canoe trip
provides the opportunity for some bird watching as well as a scenic and relaxing ride. (B, L, D)
DAY 08: Orange River to Cape Town
Today is a long days drive through the beautiful wine growing regions of Namaqualand, as we make our way to the picturesque city of Cape Town or better know as the “Mother City” (B,L,)
Day 09: Cape Town
This morning your trip will end. Please note that if you wish to partake in the many activities offered in and around Cape Town we recommend that you spend a few extra days post your tour. |
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