Hartebeest self-drive
Spend 16 nights exploring the sights of northern Namibia on this interesting and exciting trip; discover the thousands of rock paintings dotted around Damaraland, drive through Etosha National Park looking out for big game and spend 4 nights at Nhoma Village immersing yourself in the fascinating culture of the Bushman of the Kalahari.
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Starting from London Gatwick, your scheduled Air Namibia overnight flight will take you directly (and non-stop) to Windhoek, where you land early in the morning. |
Pick up your hire car at the airport and drive for 2 hours into the beautiful hills of the Central Highlands. Enjoy walking and game driving around the area. Then in the evenings talk to your host for a wonderful insight into Namibian living, whilst staying at… |
| Erongo Wilderness Lodge (full board & activities) |
Continue north into Damaraland and discover some of the thousands of rock paintings that cover the Twyfelfontein hillside. Either navigate your own way around the area or join some of the guided activities that are available during your stay in the beautiful rocky rugged hills at… |
| Grootberg Lodge (half board) |
After breakfast, drive up to Etosha National Park in search of the abundant wildlife here. Take your time driving through Etosha National Park, stopping on the way to view the animals that you'll see as well as the spectacle of the vast silvery pan, before arriving at… |
| Okaukuejo Restcamp (bed & breakfast) |
Explore further: drive to the eastern side of Etosha National Park. Opt for the guided drives that take you deep into the bush and provide lots of interesting information on the region. Or wonder around the marked trails and sit in the hide within Tamboti Forest where you are staying at… |
| Etosha Aoba Lodge (half board) |
Drive for about 4 hours to the northern Kalahari to spend 4 nights in the heart of Bushmanland. Your encounter with the San (or Bushman people) can be an exceptional experience; for those who really get involved – it can be life-changing. Join in the authentic daily activities of the San, whilst basing yourself at… |
| Nhoma Camp (full board & activities) |
After leaving Bushmanland, drive south for 4 hours for 1 night in the rugged farming area of Otavi. The landscape here is rich in minerals and amongst the most fertile in Namibia; it's very pretty scenery. Then for a delightful evening, relax in the plush bar area on comfortable couches, whilst staying in the stylish… |
| Ghaub Guest Farm (half board) |
It's about 4 hours' drive back to Namibia's capital, Windhoek. There you can opt for a guided walking tour, amble around the high-quality shops (great for leather & gemstones!), drink at a sunny pavement café, bargain with street-vendors for curios, or just spend a day by the pool at the centrally-located… |
| Olive Grove (bed & breakfast) |
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Leave Windhoek and drive for 45 minutes to the airport, arriving in good time to drop off your rental car and connect with your scheduled overnight flight back to the UK with Air Namibia. |
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You arrive back in London Gatwick early in the morning, to make connections with onward flights, or travel back to your home in the UK. With a minimal time difference between Namibia and the UK, there's not usually any real jet lag – at the end of such a magical holiday. |
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To |
Cost |
| 1-Jan-2008 |
14-Mar-2008 |
£2,302 |
| 15-Mar-2008 |
31-Mar-2008 |
£2,302 |
| 1-Apr-2008 |
15-Jun-2008 |
£1,966 |
| 16-Jun-2008 |
30-Jun-2008 |
£1,966 |
| 1-Jul-2008 |
15-Jul-2008 |
£2,305 |
| 16-Jul-2008 |
13-Aug-2008 |
£2,409 |
| 14-Aug-2008 |
31-Oct-2008 |
£2,282 |
| 1-Nov-2008 |
30-Nov-2008 |
£2,313 |
| 1-Dec-2008 |
11-Dec-2008 |
£2,313 |
Notes:
• It's very easy to combine this trip with a visit to southern Namibia; ask us for the details.
• Upgrades to larger hire cars are easy to arrange; ask us for details.
• The prices shown are per person sharing; call us for single person supplements. |
This itinerary includes:• Economy flights to and from London, plus UK and Namibian airport departure taxes. • All your meals and activities as specified. • A Group B hire car for the duration of your trip, to be picked up and dropped off at Windhoek Airport. This includes unlimited mileage. • Our unique full 100% LDW insurance. Please note that this is only valid for drivers who are aged over 25 and under 75 years and who are resident in the EEC. (Alternative insurance arrangements are possible for others, although this alters the price of the itinerary slightly.) • A comprehensive pack of maps and information covering the places that you'll be visiting. • See the individual lodges for precise inclusions & exclusions • A complementary copy of the Bradt Travel Guide to Namibia. This itinerary excludes:• Petrol for your hired car. • Park fees to enter any national park. • Tips and gratuities (which are optional). • All meals and activities not specified. • See the individual lodges for precise inclusions & exclusions.
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