Experience Namibia's diverse landscape, wildlife and cultural heritage from a birds eye view on this exciting 7-day Fly-In Safari. Visit the great sand sea of the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei, fly over shipwrecks along the Skeleton Coast, and search for wildlife in the famed Etosha National Park. Return each evening to the comforts of Camp Kipwe, Kuala Desert Lodge and Okaukuejo Resort. This fly safari is short on time but big on adventure!
Highlights
Visit the renowned AfriCat Foundation to learn about big cat preservation
Climb some of the world's highest free-standing sand dunes in Sossuvlei
Experience Namibia from a birds eye view
Search for wildlife while on safari in Etosha National Park
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
This morning you will fly over the central highlands of Namibia before descending into the Geluk airstrip in the Kulala Wilderness Reserve. Your guide will meet you at the airstrip and accompany you to your comfortable lodge in the Namib Desert. Settle in before enjoying one of the many excursions offered at Kulala Desert Lodge. Return for dinner and settle in after an exhilarating first day in Namibia.
The departure flight from Windhoek International Airport to Sossusvlei departs at 10:30AM as well as 3:10PM, so if arriving on the first day of this safari, please allow for sufficient time to make this connection.
Rise early this morning for a magical excursion into the Namib Naukluft National Park for sunrise. Watch as the sun's rays capture the dunes and the soft lighting spreads over the red sand dunes, accentuating their towering shapes and curves. This part of Namibia boasts some of the highest free-standing sand dunes in the world, and the possibilities for exploration are endless. Your guide will give you insight into the formation of the Namib Desert, including the myriad of creatures and plants that have adapted to survive in this harsh environment.
Return to the lodge for a late lunch, spending the rest of the afternoon either relaxing at the lodge or exploring the Sesriem Canyon.
Enjoy one final breakfast in the Sossusvlei area before returning to the airstrip, where you are whisked north to the heart of Damaraland. Keep your eyes peeled as you fly over the coast, searching for the remains of shipwrecks, seal colonies and deserted mining camps. Upon arrival in Damaraland you will be met by your guide and transferred to Camp Kipwe for lunch.
The remainder of the afternoon is spent visiting the rock engravings and World Heritage Site at Twyfelfontein. Return to camp in time to catch the striking sunset before dinner.
Set out early for an exciting 4x4 excursion along the ephemeral Aba Huab River Valley, exploring this remarkable region in search of the elusive desert adapted wildlife that roam this area, such as desert-adapted elephant, giraffe and even black rhino. Damarland is one of Namibia's most scenic regions, and this untamed, ruggedly beautiful landscape features open plains, massive granite koppies, deep gorges and an endless skyline.
Return to camp for lunch and a well-deserved afternoon siesta. If energy permits, you can join your guide on an afternoon walk around camp before dinner.
Another early departure this morning as you set out north, traveling deeper into the heart of Damaraland as you make your way to Etosha National Park. En route you will visit an extremely remote Himba Village, where your guides presence and contacts within the local community ensure you are welcomed as a "friend of a friend". The Himba remain one of Namibia's last true traditional peoples, and your exchange here is sure to be fascinating and memorable.
Your journey continues north, and you will arrive at Okaukuejo Resort near Etosha's southern gate after enjoying a picnic lunch in a scenic location. Settle in for a restful evening in your premier waterhole chalet after a full day of exploration.
Set out today for an exciting full-day game drive in Namibia's famed Etosha National Park, stopping for a picnic lunch at a particularly busy watering hole. Etosha is home to various wildlife species, including lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, giraffe, wildebeest, cheetah, hyena and zebra. Alternatively, you can embark on a morning and evening game drive, returning to the camp for lunch and a quick rest.
Either way, return to camp for your last evening in this remarkable country.
Day 7: AfriCat Foundation | Departure
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Depart Etosha National Park after breakfast this morning, making your way south via land toward the Okonjima Day Center and the AfriCat Foundation. This foundation is one of the world's premier large-cat conservation efforts, and you will have the opportunity to explore the center while on a game drive and guided tour. Enjoy lunch at the Center before continuing onward toward Windhoek.
Upon your arrival in Windhoek you will be transferred to your accommodation of choice, or out to the Windhoek International Airport for a departure after 9PM (transfer to be booked additionally). A final night in Windhoek is highly recommended!
Please inquire if interested in extending your time at the AfriCat Foundation.
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Prices for are estimated based on inflation. Contact us to confirm pricing and availability for your desired departure date.
Initial deposit is 25% ($400 minimum), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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1 day ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
2 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
