Effortlessly cover southern Namibia's vast distances by air, then explore northern Namibia in your hire car on this 17 day fly and drive itinerary. Peer into the depths of Fish River Canyon; marvel at the scale of the apricot coloured dunes at Sossusvlei; glimpse Namibia's colonial history in Swakopmund; discover diverse attractions in Damaraland; and be captivated by wildlife in Etosha National Park and at Okonjima.

Day 1

Begin your journey with a scheduled overnight flight from London Heathrow to Windhoek, via Johannesburg, with South African Airways.

Days 2-3 Fish River Canyon, Namibia

On arrival at Windhoek Airport you're met by your light aircraft pilot and flown south over Namibia's vast desert landscapes to the impressive Fish River Canyon. Unwind in stunning surroundings during your two night stay here. Your days are free to choose from a variety of optional guided activities that explore the area, such as a drive to the Canyon viewpoint, scenic nature drives, horse-riding and walks. There's also self-guided walking trails to enjoy. Your uniquely designed accommodation is nestled amongst granite boulders at…

Canyon Lodge (full board)

Days 4-5 Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Fly by light aircraft to the heart of the Namib Desert - an expanse of towering apricot coloured dunes and sweeping plains against a backdrop of imposing mountain ranges. You'll be treated to guided 4WD excursions and walks within the private Kulala Wilderness Reserve, an early morning trip into Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei and a visit to Sesriem Canyon. The views are equally captivating from the well situated…

Kulala Desert Lodge (full board & activities)

Days 6-7 Swakopmund & Walvis Bay, Namibia

Experience one of the country's most stunning birds eye views as you fly across the great dune sea and along the Atlantic Coast to reach Swakopmund. Collect your hire car and explore this seaside town and surrounds; with the desert on one side and the ocean on the other there's plenty to see and do. Optional activities include sand boarding or 4WD excursions in the coastal dunes and kayaking or boat cruises in Walvis Bay harbour. Independently you can drive to the Moonlandscape and Welwitschia Valley; or wander around the historic buildings, museum, galleries, shops, craft market and waterfront of this quaint town – all within easy walking distance of…

Villa Margherita (bed & breakfast)

Day 8 Damaraland, Namibia

Set off on your self-drive adventure along the Skeleton Coast road before heading inland to the scenic region of Damaraland. It's easy to navigate your way around the local attractions in your hire car to see the rock art at Twyfelfontein and the geological formations of Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes. Spend your evening overlooking striking vistas from your elevated vantage point at…

Doro Nawas (half board)

Days 9-10 Damaraland, Namibia

A relatively short drive takes you to your next destination at the top of the Grootberg Plateau in northern Damaraland. There's a choice of optional guided activities during your two night stay here: visit a Himba village, track desert-adapted elephant or rhino by vehicle, join a sundowner nature drive, walk along the top of the plateau, or go horse-riding. In between activities you can relax and absorb the incredible views over the Klip River valley from your perch at…

Grootberg Lodge (half board)

Days 11-12 Etosha National Park, Namibia

Continue on your self-drive, heading east to Namibia's premier wildlife reserve, Etosha National Park. For these two nights you are conveniently based within the park to spend your days game driving in your hire car. Take time at wildlife sightings and to watch interaction at waterholes, returning by sunset each evening to enjoy more animal antics at the floodlit waterhole beside…

Okaukuejo Camp (bed & breakfast)

Days 13-14 Etosha National Park, Namibia

Venture further into Etosha National Park and drive alongside the famous Etosha Pan as you cross to the eastern boundary for a two night stay on the private Onguma Game Reserve. From here you can explore the eastern side of Etosha as well as join any of the optional guided activities available from the lovely…

Onguma Tented Camp (half board)

Day 15 Central Highlands, Namibia

Drive south to overnight at Okonjima which is situated within the scenic rolling hills of Namibia's Central Highlands. Okonjima is renowned for the AfriCat Foundation which aims to protect Africa's predators, in particular cheetah and leopard. You may like to arrive in time to join an optional guided activity this afternoon, giving you the chance to see one of these magnificent creatures and learn about the dedicated work of the foundation. Conclude your day with a visit to the night hide after dinner where nocturnal wildlife such as porcupine may be seen, before retiring to your 'garden room' at…

Okonjima Main Camp (half board)

Day 16

It's about three hours' drive back to Windhoek Airport, ensuring you arrive in good time to drop off your rental car and check-in for your scheduled overnight flight back to the UK with South African Airways.

Day 17

Land back at London Heathrow after a memorable fly and drive safari through Namibia's key highlights.

Cost of this trip
From	To	Cost
1-Jan-2012	30-Apr-2012	£5,677
1-May-2012	31-May-2012	£5,690
1-Jun-2012	14-Jun-2012	£5,734
15-Jun-2012	10-Oct-2012	£5,842
11-Oct-2012	31-Oct-2012	£5,988
1-Nov-2012	7-Dec-2012	£6,036
8-Dec-2012	13-Dec-2012	£6,156
Notes: Flight upgrades to World Traveller Plus or Business Class are usually easy to arrange; ask us for details. The prices shown are per person sharing in double or twin rooms; call us for single person supplements. This fly and drive itinerary can be tailor-made to suit you – though note that most flight routes travel in a clockwise direction around Namibia's main highlights. You can opt to add nights at the existing lodges and/or extend the itinerary to include more Namibian highlights – call us to discuss options. An upgrade to a larger or 4WD hire vehicle is easy to arrange; speak to us for details.

This itinerary includes:

• Economy flights between London Heathrow and Windhoek (via Johannesburg), plus airport departure taxes.
• Accommodation on the meal and activity basis as specified.
• All necessary transfers in Namibia, including light aircraft flights as described.
• Most drinks whilst staying at Kulala Desert Lodge (including all soft drinks, house wines and local beers and spirits).
• A Group B/C hire car for part of your trip, to be collected in Swakopmund and dropped off at Windhoek Airport.


• The hire car is covered by the vehicle hire company's Super Cover insurance. Please note that this is only valid for drivers who are aged 25 years and over. This covers unlimited mileage, theft, personal accident insurance and almost all damages. (Alternative insurance arrangements are possible for fully inclusive cover, although this alters the price of the itinerary slightly.)
• A comprehensive pack of information and maps relevant to the places that you'll be visiting.
• A complimentary copy of the Bradt Travel Guide to Namibia.

This itinerary excludes:

• Gratuities (which are optional).
• Meals and activities not included in the accommodation basis as specified.
• All beverages. (With the exception of most beverages at Kulala Desert Lodge other than champagne, specially imported spirits, fine vintage wines and similarly exotic alcoholic drinks which will be at extra cost.)
• Fuel for your hire car.
• The hire vehicle is covered by the car hire company's Super Cover insurance. This cover excludes under-carriage, sand and water damage.
• All entry and national park fees (except whilst on guided activities at Kulala Desert Lodge).

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