Spirit of the Namib
Meet the Namib: the oldest desert in the world; Damaraland: where the largest free-roaming population of black rhino resides; Cape Cross: a bewildering cacophony of Cape fur seals; Etosha: a blinding whiteness that is home to a surprising variety of wildlife. This is an all-encompassing safari that explores the spirit of this wide-open land - Namibia's most special wild places, its people and culture. Exposed and diverse landscapes with desert wildlife, scenic, jagged mountains, endless skies, and so-called 'barren' deserts that hide a multitude and variety of life. Price £1790 per person
The Adventurer style of accommodation takes you back to the great days of African exploration. Pure cotton linen bedrolls (with duvets) on GI stretchers, bedside table with silver lantern and mini luggage benches complement the atmosphere in pristine, wild camping areas. Separate toilet and shower 'bathrooms' with old-style tin bucket showers and basins and all amenities create simple serviced comfort.
Days 1 & 2: Ongava Homestead, Etosha Region
Days 3: Palmwag Lodge, Damaraland
Days 4 & 5: Hoanib Camp, Kaokoland
Day 6: Damaraland Camp, Damaraland
Day 7 : The Stiltz Lodge, Swakopmund
Days 8 & 9: Kulala Adventurer Camp, Sossusvlei
Day 10: Transfer to Windhoek
Itinerary includes: accommodation as outlined in the itinerary, all meals from lunch on Day One, all drinks (except premium brands of alcohol - house wine is included), National Park fees, activities and internal charters as specified in the itinerary.
Itinerary excludes: international flights, personal travel insurance, items of a personal nature, laundry, optional extra activities, pre and post safari accommodation in Windhoek, pre and post safari meals and drinks, tips and gratuities.
Single Supplement £110
Routes: The routes followed on this safari aim to track the shy, elusive wildlife of the desert, revel in the abundance of life on the Atlantic Coastline and view the enormous moving dunes of the Namib Desert. Surprisingly, the seemingly barren desert comes to life with an amazing plethora of plants and animals that have ingeniously adapted to their harsh surroundings - and in fact thrive. On this journey there is an excellent opportunity to find even the largest of mammals surviving here - the desert black rhino and elephant.
Exclusive experience: To ensure total privacy and exclusivity, most areas in which we travel are private concessions in unspoiled, prime game and scenic locations. All campsites are private and for the use of our guests only. Group size 8 people maximum.
Guides: The entire safari is guided and hosted by professional and passionate trained guides who share their in-depth knowledge to present a seamless, well-rounded experience.
Departure Dates for 2008: 16 January 2008, 11 February 2008, 29 February 2008, 22 March 2008, 12 April 2008, 16 April 2008, 24 April 2008, 14 May 2008, 29 May 2008, 17 June 2008, 24 June 2008, 02 July 2008, 11 July 2008, 17 July 2008, 06 August 2008, 12 August 2008, 16 August 2008, 22 August 2008, 28 August 2008, 13 September 2008, 26 September 2008, 10 October 2008, 14 October 2008, 21 October 2008, 15 November 2008, 21 November 2008, 27 November 2008, 10 December 2008, 31 December 2008.
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