Experience the ethnic Himba and Owambo cultures, Etosha's African wildlife, Swakopmund and Sossusvlei on this 16-day extended Northern Namibia safari.

2012
Safari Specials & more: e.g.
Tribal Namibia

Self-catering rooms and/or camping incl. 4x4 rental

Photo: Cheeky Yellow-billed Hornbills seek out human settlements

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Northern Namibia - extended

16-Day/15-Night Accommodated Self-drive Safari
from/to Windhoek covering the natural highlights and ethnic cultures in north-central, north-western and coastal Namibia as well as Sossusvlei and the Sesriem Canyon in the southern Namib Desert

The Northern Namibia Tour described on the previous page is not really complete without a visit to Sossusvlei and the sand dune fields of the southern Namib Desert. We therefore recommend to first-time visitors and those who just cannot get enough of Namibia to opt for its extended 16-day version.
Only two more safari days are necessary to round off your experiences of the Namib Desert that looks very different in Northern Namibia than in the south:

Once you reach Swakopmund, you are already familiar with most of the Namib Desert's many different faces, from rugged high mountain ranges to vast barren gravel plains. The Kuiseb River however prevents the southern Namib's sand dunes that cover thousands of square kilometres moving further north.
They are at their highest and most impressive around the depressions of Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei, both formed by ancient rivers. The amazing spectacle of the Tsauchab River breaking through the sand barriers beyond its Sesriem Canyon and transforming Sossusvlei into a shallow lake can still occasionally be seen in years of particularly heavy rain falls in the river's catchment area.
Climbing one of the Namib dunes opens up vistas of a sea of sand that is not only very photogenic but a sight to behold.  

Unique Tours & Safaris, Namibia

Contact Heike by Email:
info@unique-tours-safaris.com

Web: www.unique-tours-safaris.com

P. O. Box 1301
Swakopmund/Namibia
Cell:  +264-(0)81-2122580
Tel/Fax: +264-(0)64-406313
NTB-Registration: TFA 00107

Programme: 16-Day Northern Namibia Safari
& Route Map

Northern Namibia - extended

16-Day/15-Night Accommodated Self-drive Safari
from/to Windhoek covering the natural highlights and ethnic cultures in north-central, north-western and coastal Namibia and Sossusvlei in the southern Namib Desert

This programme & its extension option are also available as:
- accommodated guided tour
- self-drive camping tour

Days 1 to 12 of the Northern Namibia tour programme, - from Windhoek to Waterberg Plateau, Etosha National Park, Owambo People in the "Four 'O' Regions", Ruacana, Epupa Falls and Himba People of the Kunene River, Fort Sesfontein in Kaokoland, Damaraland with Twyfelfontein, and Swakopmund -, remain as described on the previous page.

On Day 13, instead of returning to Windhoek, the EXTENDED Northern Namibia continues from Swakopmund to the Sesriem/Sossusvlei area in the south of Namibia:

Days 13 and 14     Swakopmund - Sossusvlei
Departing from Swakopmund, travel south via Walvis Bay to the world famous Sossusvlei, situated in the heart of the Namib Desert. Via the Kuiseb- and Ghaub Canyons you reach Solitaire where a cup of coffee and delicious apple crumble may be enjoyed at a farm shop well known beyond the borders of Namibia. For those of you who are still adventurous when reaching Sesriem pay a visit to Sesriem Canyon. Climb down into the canyon and enjoy the cool shade and permanent water pools at the bottom. Once you reached your accommodation, the remainder of the day is at leisure to relax at the swimming pool and enjoy the wondrous view over the desert plains.
A visit to Sossusvlei at sunrise is definitely worth getting up a little earlier than usual. Experience the change of colours from purple to orange, red and yellow while the sun is rising. Within an hour or so the sun will burn down from above and soon make you flee back to the shade of your room or the swimming pool. The tough ones can visit Dead Vlei and climb up “Big Daddy” the highest dune in this area.
Desert Homestead Lodge - Sossusvlei
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Hardap Region
The Desert Homestead offers simple but stylish accommodation in thatched chalets which were designed with the fragile beauty of this remarkable environment in mind. The Desert Homestead will ensure you an unrivalled respite from the desert extremes. Tranquil surroundings, Alfresco dining, delectably fresh farm cuisine, refreshing dips in the pool, stunning sunsets and sunrises are the basic pleasures at our lodge.

Optional alternative lodging:
Tsauchab River Camp - Budget
A Little Sossus Lodge - Tourist Class
Kulala Lodge - Upmarket
Sesriem Campsite - Camping

Day 15     Sossusvlei - Windhoek
Enjoy more of Namibia's wide open desert plains and rugged mountain ranges that line your route back to the central highlands and a last night in the capital with stunning view over parts of Windhoek. Recall all the beautiful moments of your trip and dream along for the rest of the day. If this is not according to your taste you might like to do some sightseeing in town.
Olive Grove Guesthouse - Windhoek
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Khomas Region
A small, upmarket accommodation establishment situated close to the Windhoek city centre, in a quiet, peaceful area.

Optional alternative lodging:
Charlotte’s B&B - Budget
Kalahari Sands Hotel - Tourist Class
Hotel Heinitzburg - Upmarket

Day 16    Windhoek/Departure
A last few hours of shopping and lingering in town, before you return your rental vehicle and take a transfer to the International airport for your outbound flight.

Services Included in the 16-day programme, on a SELF-DRIVE basis:
- 15 nights accommodation as indicated above
- Meal basis as indicated above
- Hosea Kutako Airport Transfers on arrival in & departure from Namibia
- Vehicle rental from/to Windhoek - 16 days:
  Toyota Single Cab - for all accommodated safaris

  OR

  Toyota Camping Vehicle equipped for 2 - for all camping safaris

  • Incl. unlimited mileage
  • Incl. insurance cover as per vehicle rental company utilised

Not included are:
- Flights & Visa/Permits of any kind
- Sightseeing programme & entrance/park fees
- Optional activities

- Additional meals & all beverages
- Fuel for rental vehicle
- Purchases and expenses of a personal nature

On a GUIDED basis, the tour includes in addition to the above inclusions:
- English speaking driver-guide from/to Windhoek & all tour expenses pertaining to

  the guide
- Transport in an air-conditioned 5-seater minibus & all tour expenses pertaining to
  the vehicle
- Comprehensive sightseeing programme & the applicable entrance/park fees

An indication of the approximate cost of services included in this 16-day tour:
SELF-DRIVE:  Daily rate per person sharing rental vehicle & room: N$1350
GUIDED:      Daily rate per person sharing accommodation: N$3200/min. 2 guests

CAMPING:   Daily rate per person sharing camper rental & camp site: N$980

All prices are based on service supplier rates valid until 31 October 2012