This 13 day fly-in itinerary takes you through Namibia's key highlights at a relaxed pace. Discover the enormous sand dunes of the Namib Desert, the quaint coastal town of Swakopmund, abundant rock art amidst the rugged mountains of Damaraland and spectacular game viewing in Etosha National Park.

Day 1

Depart from London Heathrow on your scheduled overnight flight with South African Airways to Windhoek, via Johannesburg.

Days 2-3 Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Clear customs at Windhoek Airport and meet your light aircraft pilot before setting off on an hour flight over the great escarpment to the Namib Desert. You'll explore this remarkable area on guided 4WD excursions and walks; discovering the majestic apricot coloured dunes at Sossusvlei, the fascinating geology of Sesriem Canyon and the expansive desert plains of the Kulala Reserve. There's time in between activities to relax, enjoy the views and take a refreshing dip in the pool at…

Kulala Desert Lodge (full board & activities)

Days 4-6 Swakopmund & Walvis Bay, Namibia

Hop onto another light aircraft for a memorable flight over the desert and up the Atlantic Coast to reach Swakopmund. A road transfer takes you to your convenient base in the centre of this pleasant seaside town. There's plenty of free time during your three night stay to mooch around the shops, historic architecture, museums, galleries, restaurants, cafes, craft market and waterfront. We've included a fantastic guided trip to Sandwich Harbour on one of the days, plus there are many optional activities to choose from such as boat cruises, kayaking, fishing, sky-diving and quad-biking. You won't have a shortage of things to do whilst staying at the colonial style…

Hansa Hotel (bed & breakfast)

Days 7-8 Damaraland, Namibia

Look out over incredible views as you fly along the eerie Skeleton Coast before heading inland to the stunning region of Damaraland. A variety of attractions wait to be discovered here – rock engravings at Twyfelfontein; the Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain; scenic walking trails; and wildlife including desert-adapted elephants that roam the area during the dry season. You'll venture out on 4WD excursions and enjoy self-guided walks from your tented accommodation at the uniquely designed…

Mowani Mountain Camp (full board & activities)

Days 9-11 Etosha National Park, Namibia

Continue inland on your next flight to the southern edge of Etosha National Park where you stay three nights within the private Ongava Reserve. Your focus here is game viewing, on guided 4WD excursions into Etosha and on the local reserve. Your guide will seek out wildlife along a network of sandy tracks and at waterholes where animals come to drink. Conclude each exciting day with sundowners and an evening beside the floodlit waterhole at…

Ongava Tented Camp (full board & activities)

Day 12

A light aircraft flight takes you south back to Windhoek Airport, arriving in time to check-in for your scheduled overnight flight back to the UK with South African Airways via Johannesburg.

Day 13

Arrive home with great photos and memorable experiences of your fly-in safari through Namibia.

Cost of this trip
From	To	Cost
1-Jan-2012	14-Jun-2012	£5,055
15-Jun-2012	10-Oct-2012	£5,505
11-Oct-2012	31-Oct-2012	£5,625
1-Nov-2012	7-Dec-2012	£5,153
8-Dec-2012	13-Dec-2012	£5,273
Notes: This 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. This safari usually visits Ongava Tented Camp but this can be substituted for Ongava Lodge, subject to availability at the time of booking. 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 itinerary includes:

• Economy flights between London Heathrow and Windhoek (via Johannesburg), including airport departure taxes.
• All light aircraft flights and airport transfers in Namibia as described.
• Accommodation on the meal basis specified and guided activities as noted, including a full day trip to Sandwich Harbour.
• Most drinks whilst staying at Kulala Desert Lodge and Ongava Tented Camp (including all soft drinks, house wines and local beers and spirits).
• A complimentary copy of the Bradt Travel Guide to Namibia.

This itinerary excludes:

• Gratuities (which are optional).
• Lunch, dinner and any additional activities whilst in Swakopmund.
• All beverages whilst staying in Swakopmund and Mowani Mountain Camp. Champagne, specially imported spirits, fine vintage wines and similarly exotic alcoholic drinks whilst staying at Kulala Desert Lodge and Ongava Tented Camp.

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