Ostrich self-drive
This wonderful
16-night itinerary takes in the dramatic landscapes of
Southern Namibia; start off by driving across the Kalahari to
Fish River Canyon, then spend a number of days in the
Namib-Naukluft National Park amongst the famous apricot dunes; in the last week stop off at
Swakopmund.
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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 from the airport and maybe stop for some breakfast and a relaxing walk in Windhoek. When you are ready, begin the drive south through Mariental, and into the Southern Kalahari – with its deep red dunes covered in trees, bushes and grasses until you arrive at… |
| Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch (half board) |
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Make an early start for your drive south, leaving plenty of time to stop and take some photos of the unique landscape on the way. Then visit the world's second largest canyon: the Fish River Canyon. With its spectacular cliffs, this magnificent sight is only a few minutes' drive away from the beautifully located… |
| Canyon Lodge (half board) |
Its a few hours' drive west, down the only road, to Lüderitz, a charming coastal town. Stay here 2 nights and hire a guide for interesting tours, sail out to the penguin colony or explore the deserted mining town of Kolmanskop. Then relax by lounging in the pool whilst staying at… |
| Nest Hotel (bed & breakfast) |
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Take two days to drive to Namib-Naukluft Park making an overnight stop half way. Stay in a relaxed spot where you can go on fascinating walks and drives around a large family ranch and gain a real insight into living in this arid land – at a place like the charming and comfortable… |
| Sinclair Guest Farm (half board) |
Leave after breakfast and drive to Namib-Naukluft Park, one of the largest conservation areas in Africa. Spend 2 nights here exploring, to discover the contrasting landscapes of enormous dunes, gravel planes and towering mountains. For luxury and great convenience stay just outside the park at the… |
| Kulala Desert Lodge (half board) |
Make a short journey into the Naukluft Mountains, where the streams and waterfalls contrast starkly with the surrounding deserts. Spend 2 nights walking and bird spotting amongst the lush vegetation, then perch at the top of a mountain to watch the sun go down. Stay at the very friendly and comfortable… |
| Zebra River Lodge (full board) |
Spend 3 nights in the seaside town of Swakopmund; with the desert on one side and the ocean on the other there is plenty to see and do. Try sand boarding in the dunes, kayaking in Walvis Bay, or simply explore this quaint almost-Bavarian town from the centrally located… |
| Sam's Giardino (bed & breakfast) |
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Drive back to Windhoek Airport, perhaps stopping at Okahandja market for any last minute curios. Arriving at the airport in good time to drop off your rental car, you then connect to your scheduled overnight flight back to the UK with Air Namibia. |
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Arrive back in London Gatwick early in the morning leaving you plenty of time to catch any onward flights, or travel back to your home in the UK. It is a minimal time difference between Namibia and the UK, so there's rarely any real jet lag– at the end of such a magical holiday. |
| From |
To |
Cost |
| 1-Jan-2008 |
13-Mar-2008 |
£1,582 |
| 14-Mar-2008 |
31-Mar-2008 |
£1,918 |
| 1-Apr-2008 |
15-Jun-2008 |
£1,606 |
| 16-Jun-2008 |
30-Jun-2008 |
£1,663 |
| 1-Jul-2008 |
15-Jul-2008 |
£1,979 |
| 16-Jul-2008 |
13-Aug-2008 |
£2,083 |
| 14-Aug-2008 |
31-Oct-2008 |
£1,956 |
| 1-Nov-2008 |
30-Nov-2008 |
£2,005 |
| 1-Dec-2008 |
11-Dec-2008 |
£1,950 |
Notes:
• Upgrades to larger vehicles 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 plus activities as specified.
• A
Group B hired 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 parks (unless on an organised prepaid trip arranged by a lodge).
• Tips and gratuities (which are optional).
• Any meals or activities not specified.
• See the individual lodges for precise inclusions & exclusions.
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