Superior Birding

Safari: Superior Birding

This safari is fully guided. All participants will be travelling in our 4×4 safari vehicle. Your guide is a qualified safari guide and keen birder. Activities, like boat safaris are conducted by the various lodges. The establishments chosen are of a mixed comfort. Some are rather basic and accommodation will be in tents, however, these have been chosen due to their exceptional birding experiences. Others are of high tourist standard.

Day 1: Depart at around 08:30 from Windhoek via Okahandja to our first destination: The Waterberg Plateau. Our establishment of choice is located at the foot of the mountain, surrounded by huge trees and birdlife. The afternoon we will spend taking a hiking trail in the botanical gardens of the valley. Specials that occur in the habitat are the Meyer’s and Ruppel’s parrots, the Cape vultures, the Verraux’s eagle and the Monteiro’s and Damara Hornbill. Overnight at Waterberg Wilderness Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 2: We join an early morning Bush Walk. The walking trail will bring us to the top of the Plateau. We’ll have spectacular views of the surrounding. During the afternoon we will join a game drive with focus on birdlife. Overnight at Waterberg Wilderness Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 3: Breakfast and onward journey to the Eastern side of the Etosha National Park. This game park hosts wildlife in abundance and more than 250 species of birds. Flamingoes arrive and breed in the saltpans during these months and can be encountered in huge flocks. Our establishment of choice is located just outside the Van Lindequist gate to the Park. Overnight at Mokuti Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 4: Early breakfast and off we go to explore the Eastern side of this well-known Park.             We will drive up to the Andoni Plains, where the endangered Blue Crane is usually encountered. Overnight at Mokuti Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 5: We drive via Tsumeb, the old mining town, Grootfontein to Rundu, located at the Okavango River. This permanently flowing river marks the border between Namibia and Angola. The location is set on a unique high-point overlooking some extensive floodplains of the Okavango River System. You will have some excellent birding opportunities. The current list has 433 species of which 21 are near-endemic.

Overnight at Shamvura Camp (tented accommodation) dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 6: Shamvura is a recognised ringing station. During the day, we will participate in a novice ringing exercise. It involves the procedures of opening and preparing the nets in different habitats within the property. The measuring and recording procedures will be demonstrated and guests will have direct involvement in the handling process. Overnight at Shamvura Camp (tented accommodation) dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 7: Our journey takes us to the Eastern Caprivi.We drive through the Bwabwata National Park. During the afternoon we will join a 3 hour boat trip on the Zambezi River. We will see the plentiful birdlife on the Zambezi. Overnight at Zambezi Mubala Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 8: During the early morning hours we will participate in another boat ride on the Zambezi and during late afternoon will walk to the bird colonies at the river banks. Overnight at Zambezi Mubala Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 9: Leaving Katima Mulilo, we take the Southern route through the Nkasa Rupara National Park. Our establilshment of choice is located on the banks of the Kwando River. The Pel’s Fishing Owl is a frequent visitor. During the sunset hours we’ll have a boat ride on the river and will be able to enjoy the lush vegetation and wildlife around. Overnight at Lianshulu Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 10: This morning we’ll enjoy a nature drive inside the National Park with focus on birding, but other wildlife sightings are welcome. Time to relax during the heat of the day and the afternoon will be enjoyed on another boat ride. Overnight at Lianshulu Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 11: On route from Lianshulu Lodge to Mahangu, we pass again through the Bwabwata National Park. We stop at the Popa Falls, which are more rapids than falls. We visit the Mahangu Core Area during the course of the afternoon. Overnight at Divava Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 12: We start the day with a boat ride on the Okavango River. We will try and find the birds, that we did not yet encounter. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Overnight at Divava Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 13: This morning we start our route back via Rundu to Grootfontein. We will visit the Ju/’Hoansi Living Museum and arrive during the afternoon. The near endemic black-faced babbler is commonly seen her. This is our last night on tour. We will sit together and try and summarize the bird sightings we had on tour. Overnight at Roy’s Rest Camp with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 14: We leave after breakfast on the direct route to Windhoek. Arrival during the afternoon.

Departure:           January                (Accommodated Safari)

                             February               (Accommodated Safari)

                             March                   (Accommodated Safari)

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Hiking in Namibia

Seasonal Menu: Hiking in Namibia

The safari offers an active experience in Namibia. The colder winter months May and June are ideal to experience Namibia an active way. The safari is fully accommodated and the trails are all guided. Bring along a good degree of fitness and your hiking boots.

Day 1: 08:30 Departure from Windhoek into the Greater Sossusvlei Landscape. Afternoon at leisure and easy walks. Overnight at Soft Adventure Camp on dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 2: Early morning Sossusvlei excursion. Climb up the dunes and visit the highlights: Dune 45, various look-out points, Dead Vlei and the Sesriem Canyon. Afternoon sunset drive. Overnight at Soft Adventure Camp on dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 3: Early morning hike in the Naukluft Mountains. The Waterkloof Trail is a 17 km walk (app. 7 hours). Overnight at Soft Adventure Camp on dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 4: We drive through the Kuiseb Pass to the Atlantic Ocean. Arrival in Swakopmund at around midday. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in one of the guesthouses on bed and breakfast basis.

Day 5: Early morning: Enjoy a combination of kayaking on the Walvis Bay lagoon and a tour to Sandwich harbor. (full day). Overnight in one of the guesthouses on bed and breakfast basis.

Day 6: We drive along the beachfront to Cape Cross, where we will be able to see a huge seal colony, and continue to the Brandberg. Overnight on dinner, bed and breakfast at the Brandberg.

Day 7: We will do the hike to the ‘White Lady’ rock painting. Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight on dinner, bed and breakfast at the Brandberg.

Day 8: We continue further into the Damaraland and visit some of the highlights on route: the rock-engravings at Twyfelfontein. Arrival at Palmwag Lodge at 15:00. We start our overnight walking trail with a 2-3 hour hike. Overnight at River Camp in the Concession area on wooden decks under the stars.

Day 9: Early morning start for our 17 km walk. The route is spectacular and leads us to the top of Crystal Mountain. Overnight at the hill camp with dinner, bed and breakfast under the stars.

Day 10: We take a short morning walk down the hill and return to Etendeka Mountain Camp. Overnight on dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Day 11: After breakfast we drive into the Etosha National Park. First game-drive inside the park. Overnight on dinner, bed and breakfast at Okaukuejo Resort (alternative possible).

Day 12: A full day of game-viewing in the Etosha National Park awaits us. Etosha is well-known for its large herds of antelope.  More than 114 mammal species are found in the Park. You have a great chance of seeing elephant, rhino, and with a bit of luck the big cats.

Day 13: We leave the park with a last stop at one of the waterholes for game viewing and continue back to Windhoek.  

Departure:              April  (accommodated)

                                    May   (accommodated)

                                    June   (accommodated)

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Wildlife , Coast & Dunes

Seasonal Menu: Wildlife, Coast & Dunes

This safari is fully guided. All participants will be travelling in our 4×4 safari vehicle. Your guide is a qualified safari guide, who will also be driving the vehicle. Activities like hiking, kayaking and quad-biking require a good physical fitness. The safari covers 4 major aspects in Namibia: Wildlife, Coast & Landscape and lots of fun & action. The November departure is partially (3 nights) based on camping, the December and January departure is fully accommodated.

Day 1: Depart at around 08:30 from Windhoek to Omaruru our first destination: The TimBila Nature Reserve by N/a’ankuse. We will join our first game drive in the afternoon, enjoy a true Namibian ‘Sundowner’ and return to the camp for dinner. Overnight at TimBila (or similar) with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 2: We join an early morning Bush Walk. The walking trail is guided and the ranger will try to locate some of the Big 4, of the resident game. During the afternoon we will join another game/conservation drive. Overnight at TimBila (or similar) with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 3: Breakfast and onward journey to the Erongo Mountains. During the afternoon, we will visit the Bull’s Party with time to take photos of this scenic landscape. Overnight at Ameib Ranch with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 4: Early morning hiking trail to the Phillip’s Cave, where the ‘White Elephant’ Bushman painting is hidden. We continue along a scenic route passing the Spitzkoppe to the coast. Overnight in one of the guesthouses in Swakopmund; dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 5: We join a 2 hour quad-biking adventure in the dunes during the morning. Safety equipment (helmet) will be supplied and this is fun! During the afternoon we will do some sightseeing to the Welwitschia Mirabelis, an endemic plant, the Moonlandscape and the Oasis Goanikontes. Overnight in one of the guesthouses in Swakopmund with dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 6: We join a full day excursion! We drive to Walvis Bay and join the kayak tour combined with a tour to Sandwich Harbour. An action filled day awaits us. Lunch in form of a picnic included. Overnight in one of the guesthouses in Swakopmund with dinner, bed and breakfast included.

Day 7: The morning is yours and available to do some shopping. We meet again at 14:00 for our departure through the Namib Desert to the NamNau Habitat. Overnight at Soft Adventure Camp with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 8: An early morning rise for our 7 hour Sossusvlei excursion. We’ll visit Dune 45, various look-out points, the Sossusvlei, the ‘Dead Vlei’ and the Sesriem Canyon. During the late afternoon a sundowner-drive to the natural marble mountains is included. Overnight at Soft Adventure Camp with farewell barbeque dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 9: We start the day with an early morning walking trail in the Naukluft Mountains on the NamNau Habitat. Afterwards we enjoy breakfast and return to Windhoek via the Spreetshoogte or Remhoogte Pass. Arrival in Windhoek at around 15:00.

November:              Mix: 3 nights camping & 5 nights accommodated

December:              Accommodated Safari

January:                    Accommodated Safari

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Action up North

Seasonal Menu: Action up North

This safari is fully guided. All participants will be travelling in our 4×4 safari vehicle. Your guide is a qualified wildlife guide, who will also be driving the vehicle. The safaris is starting and ending in Windhoek. The September departure is fully accommodated, the October departure is a camping adventure.The itinerary of this safari is for nature & action loving visitors, who bring along a good amount of fitness.

Day 1: Depart at around 08:30 from Windhoek via Otavi to Ghaub Guestfarm. On route, we will visit the Hoba Meteorite. Overnight at Ghaub Guest farm with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 2: During the course of the morning we will accompany the trackers of the ‘Rhino Patrol’ on foot. During the afternoon, we have time to enjoy some trails and birding. Overnight at Ghaub Guest farm with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 3: During the early morning, we have the opportunity to visit the Ghaub Cave, which is the 3rd largest cave in Namibia. Afterwards, we drive from Ghaub via Grootfontein to Rundu. For sunset a sundowner cruise on the Kavango River is planned. Overnight at Hakusembe River Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 4: We depart early from Rundu. While driving through the Bwabwata National Park, we will pass local villages. Our lodge is located just outside of Katima Mulilo on the banks of the Zambezi River. Overnight at Zambezi Mubala Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 5: During the course of the morning, we will have a fun-filled active fishing day on the Zambezi River. The birdlife in this area is exceptional. Great flocks of carmine bee-eaters frequent the area. Overnight at Zambezi Mubala Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 6: We drive into the city of Katima Mulilo and visit the local and colourful market. We take the turn via Linyanti to the banks of the Kwando River. Overnight at Namushasha Lodge or similar with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 7: During early morning, we will join a 5 hour combination of driving and boat cruise on the Kwando River. Elephants are often seen in big herds. We will go on a birding walk. Overnight at Namushasha Lodge or similar with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 8: Continue through the Mudumu and Bwabwata National Park to Mahangu. We’ll visit the Popa Falls and take a game drive into the Mahango National Park. Overnight at Mahangu Safari Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 9: Another fishing trip awaits us. This is the time of the year for the big barble run. Overnight at Mahangu Safari Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 10: We leave early and drive back via Rundu towards Grootfontein. On route we will stop at the Ju/’Hoansi Living San Museum. Overnight at Roy’s Restcamp or similar with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 11: We will travel back to Windhoek via Otjiwarongo and Okahandja, where we’ll include a short stop at the local wood carvers market.

September:                   Accommodated Safari

October:                        Camping Safari

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Etosha a la Carte

Seasonal Menu: Etosha à la Carte

During the dry winter months, the wildlife sightings in the Etosha National Park reach its peak. Animals are gathering around the waterholes and spotting the game, taking great photos and observation is rewarding. The safari takes the route from West to East through the entire Park.

Day 1: 08:30 Departure from Windhoek via Outjo to the beautifully set Vingerklip Lodge. Rest of the afternoon at leisure. Overnight on dinner, bed and breakfast basis at Vingerklip Lodge or similar

Day 2:  Enjoy a morning hike to the Southern terraces. The duration of the hike is about 1.5 – 2 hours.

Continue with your safari via Kamanjab to the Western side of the Etosha National Park. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure. After dinner, you will join a night drive and see some nocturnal wildlife like aardwolf, genet and many more. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Hobatere Lodge or similar

Day 3:  We depart from the privately owned Hobatere Lodge into the Etosha National Park. Along the route from the Galton Gate we stop at many watering holes. The Western side of the Park is hosting some of the wildlife that you will not find in the central and Eastern parts. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Okaukuejo Resort or just outside the Andersson’s Gate.

Day 4:  A full day in the Park lies ahead of us. Encounter the big variety of wildlife in the Park during the course of the morning. More than 114 mammal species are found in the Park, several of them are rare and endangered like the black rhino and the black faced impala. We intend to stay at Halali Resort, which is centrally located. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Halali Resort.

Day 5:  Another full day in the Park lies ahead of us. We will drive along the vast saltpan. It attracts herds of antelopes and the predators that follow their prey. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at either Namutoni or one of the privately owned lodges just outside the Van Lindequist Gate.

Day 6: A full day of game viewing lies ahead of us. The highlights on this Eastern Side of the Park is  undoubtedly the Fischer’s Pan, which often holds the water far into the dry season. We also drive all the way up to the Andoni Plains with beautiful views. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Namutoni Resort or one of the privately owned lodges just outside the Van Lindequist Gate.

Day 7: We depart from the Eastern side of this great Wildlife Sanctuary. We’ll include a brief stop at Lake Otjikoto and continue via Tsumeb, Otavi and Otjiwarongo to Okonjima Ranch, Home of the Africat Foundation.

            We’ll join a game drive at Okonjima of endangered species and learn how to keep Namibia’s great bio diversity alive. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Okonjima Ranch.

Day 8:  One more activity at Okonjima during the early morning. Brunch just afterwards. Returning to Windhoek during the course of the afternoon.

July:                Accommodated Safari

August:            Camping Safari

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Focus on Wildlife – Camping Safari

Adventure Tours: Focus on Wildlife – Camping Safari

This camping safari is fully guided. All participants will be travelling in a 4×4 safari vehicle. Your guide is a qualified wildlife guide, who will also be driving the vehicle. Tents and kitchen will be set up for you at the various destinations. The preparation of meals / setting up tables will be done by our team. The spacious igloo tents are equipped with 2 stretchers, a camping mattresses, pillows, duvets and proper linen, a camping lamp with limited battery power. All participants should bring their own towels and torch as well as their personal sanitary items.

Day 1: Departure from Windhoek is scheduled at around 10:00. We drive northwards to Okonjima, home of the AfriCat Foundation. Enjoy your first night in the African bush with stories around the fireplace. Overnight with dinner and breakfast at Okonjima Camping Site.

Day 2: We have a full day at Okonjima. The ranch is well-known for their care and research of the African cheetah. During the early morning hours, we’ll enjoy a 3 hour endangered species game drive. followed by brunch and some time at leisure. In the afternoon we’ll enjoy another game drive and visit the research centre. Overnight with dinner and breakfast at Okonjima Camping Site.

Day 3: After breakfast we head towards the Eastern side of the Etosha National Park. Except for the rainy season, Etosha’s wildlife is depending on artificial waterholes and natural springs. Explore the various waterholes along this enormous saltpan and encounter the big variety of wildlife. Overnight with dinner & breakfast at Onguma Camping Site.

Day 4: A full day in the Park lies ahead of us. We will explore highlights of the Eastern side: The Andoni Plains and the Fischer’s Pan. In some years, after heavy rainfalls, thousands of flamingos arrive for breeding. Overnight with dinner & breakfast at Onguma Camping Site.

Day 5: Another full day in the Park lies ahead of us. Our route heads to the central parts. Large herds of antelopes roam this habitat. We will spend some time at the waterhole at Okaukuejo, which is well known for its animal activity during the night. Overnight with dinner & breakfast at Okaukuejo Camping Site.

Day 6: Early morning rise with a snack for breakfast and we will head to the more Western side of the park. The route leads us to the Charl Marais Dam and the nearby waterhole Ozonjuitji M’bari and during our return to the Okondeka plains at the fringes of the saltpan. Overnight with dinner & breakfast at Okaukuejo Camping Site.

Day 7: Before leaving the National Park we will take a small de-tour and have our last chance to see some game. We exit the park and head straight to Windhoek.

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Grande Namibia

Grande Namibia

This 13 day classic safari brings you to the highlights of Namibia, a round trip including the Namib Desert, the coastal resort Swakopmund, the rugged Damaraland and Kaokoveld, the Etosha National Park boasting with wildlife and Okonjima, Home of the Africat Foundation.

Day 1: 08:30 Departure. We drive the scenic route via Spreetshoogte Pass to Namib Naukluft Lodge. The afternoon is at leisure for easy walking trails. Overnight with light lunch, dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 2: Early morning wake-up, a snack and coffee before leaving and start your excursion to the spectacular dunes at Sossusvlei. Make the effort and climb one of the dunes before enjoying your picnic breakfast in this scenic desert landscape. Visit various look-out points, Dune 45, the ‘Dead Vlei’ and the Sesriem Canyon. Return for a late lunch. Just before sunset you participate in a sundowner-drive to the natural marble mountains on this 25,000ha Private Nature Reserve. Overnight at Namib Naukluft Lodge with full board.

Day 3: En route to Swakopmund we will drive through the Kuiseb Canyon and the Namib Desert. We’ll arrive at around lunch-time (lunch included) check into our hotel and have a bit of rest, before we are off to some of the highlights in the region: the Swakop riverbed, the ‘moonlandscape’ and at the Welwitschia Mirabilis, an ancient plant endemic to the Namib Desert. Dinner in Swakopmund is excluded. There are plenty of excellent restaurants – the choice is yours! Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at the Hansa Hotel or similar.

Day 4: We will drive to Walvis Bay this morning and you may want to join one of the optional tours (a boat-trip with a catamaran or a motorboat from the Walvis Bay yacht harbour, kayaking on the Walvis Bay lagoon, quad-biking in the dunes en route to Walvis Bay, etc.) or you might enjoy walking along the lagoon and view the prolific birdlife with a huge population of flamingos. Return to Swakopmund in the afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight on a bed and breakfast basis at the Hansa Hotel or similar.

Day 5:  Today we drive along the coastline via Henties Bay and Cape Cross, where we will visit the huge seal colony. We drive further North along the saltroad and turn near Torrabay into the vast regions of the Damaraland. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Twyfelfontein Country Lodge or similar.

Day 6: In the morning we’ll visit the famous rock-engravings at Twyfelfontein, a declared World Heritage Site as well the the ‘Organ Pipes’ and the ‘Burnt Mountain’.

We carry on via Palmwag and Sesfontein into the Kaokoveld. This area is shared by elephant, black rhino, giraffe, as well as the Himba people, one of the last nomadic tribes in Africa. Often described as one of the last true wilderness areas in the North West of Namibia. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Opuwo Country Lodge or similar.

Day 7: After breakfast we take along a local guide and depart to a Himba settlement. You’ll meet with the people and will gain a bit of insight into their lives. We return and carry on to our next destination, which is located just outside the Western gate of the Etosha National Park. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Hobatere Lodge or similar.

Day 8: A whole day in this great National Park lies ahead of us and we shall stop at various waterholes en route to view game. This Park is well-known for its huge herds of zebra and antelope. With a bit of luck we should be able to spot elephant, lion and other predators. At our resort a floodlit waterhole enables you to view the game also during the night time. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Okaukuejo or Halali Resort or similar.

Day 9: We start early in the morning in order to increase our chances of seeing the big carnivores. Driving along the vast saltpan gives us incredible views of the pan. The vegetation changes on route and species of plains game differs. We’ll stop at various waterholes and our establishment of choice is located just outside the Van Lindequist entrance. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Mokuti Lodge (or similar).

Day 10: We enter once more into the Etosha National Park and explore the ‘Fischer’s Pan’ as well as the Andoni Plains in the North-East. We return to the lodge with surely great memories of the Etosha National Park. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Mokuti Lodge (or similar).

Day 11:             After breakfast we stop at Lake Otjikoto, pass Tsumeb an old mining town and continue via Otjiwarongo to Okonjima Ranch – Home of the Africat Foundation. During the afternoon, we join a drive on their premises in order to see some of the endangered wildlife species. Some of them, we might not have been able to spot during our Etosha Adventure. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Okonjima Ranch.

Day 12: We visit the African Carnivore Care & Info Centre, enjoy brunch and return to Windhoek. On route we stop at the Okahandja woodcrafters market. Arrival in Windhoek during early afternoon.

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Etosha & Caprivi

Classic Safari: Etosha & Caprivi

This safari is a one-way tour. Starting in Windhoek and ending at Katima Mulilo, from where you can book an individual itinerary to continue your journey. The highlight of this safari is game-viewing, cultural experience, as well as boat rides on the Northern rivers, birding and walking trails.

Day 1: 08:30 Departure from Windhoek. Our first stop is Okonjima Ranch, Home of the Africat Foundation. Afternoon excursion of endangered wildlife species. Overnight on a dinner bed and breakfast basis at Okonjima.

Day 2: We visit the carnivore research centre and continue to the Etosha National Park. Enjoy a short game-drive. Overnight with dinner, bed at breakfast either inside or just outside the Etosha National Park.

Day 3: We drive through this unique game park along the vast saltpan with stops on route at various waterholes for game-viewing. Overnight just outside the Van Lindequist Gate (Eastern Gate), Mokuti Lodge with dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 4: We have a full day of game-viewing and will explore the Fischer’s Pan and the Andoni Plains. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Mokuti Lodge.

Day 5: After breakfast we continue our journey. Visit the Ju/’Huansi Living Museum and get some insight into the living of the San tribes. Arrival in Rundu during the course of the afternoon. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Okavango River. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Hakusembe River Lodge on dinner, bed and breakfast.

Day 6: Drive along the Okavango River. Visit the Popa Falls. Overnight with dinner bed and breakfast at Divava Lodge.

Day 7: Join a boat ride on the Okavango River with a prolific birdlife and crocodiles on the side.  During the afternoon we will do a game drive into the Mahangu Core Area and stop at a huge Baobab Tree. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Divava Lodge.

Day 8: We drive through the Bwabwata National Park to the Kwando River and onward to the Nkasa Rupara National Park. Overnight with dinner, bed and breakfast at Nkasa Lupala Lodge.

Day 9: We enjoy a 5 hour excursion, driving and boat cruise on the Linyanti river. Large herds of elephant can often be seen. During the afternoon we have time to explore the vicinity on foot.

Day 10: We drive through the Linyanti area to Katima Mulilo. Overnight at Zambezi Mubala Lodge on dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Day 11: After breakfast we’ll enjoy a boat cruise on the Zambezi River. Fish species like tiger fish and bream are abundant in the river. Afternoon birding on the premises. Great flocks of carmine bee-eaters frequent the area during September and October.

Day 12: We bring you to the meeting point at Katima Mulilo. Your safari ends here.

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Quick Tip

Classic Safari: Quick Tip


This short safari covers the three main tourist destinations in the country: Wildlife in the Etosha National Park, the coastal holiday resort Swakopmund and the Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert. This one week safari is ideally to combined with safaris to the neighboring countries. Excursions and activities at the various destinations are included and provide a fun filled holiday.


Day 1: 08:30 Departure from Windhoek to our first destination: The Etosha National Park. The huge saltpan forms the centre of this premier game park and its various waterholes attract a rich diversity of wildlife. You are likely to see elephant, rhino, giraffe, many different species of antelope and with a bit of luck predators like lion, cheetah and leopard. During the afternoon, we undertake our first game-drive. Overnight inside or just outside the Park on dinner, bed and breakfast basis.


Day 2: A full day of game-viewing lies ahead of us. We will drive along to the vast saltpan and stop at various waterholes. Overnight inside or outside the Park on dinner, bed and breakfast basis.


Day 3: We leave the Etosha National Park and continue our journey towards the coast. During the course of the afternoon, we’ll arrive at our next destination: Swakopmund. This premier holiday resort has plenty of activities to offer. Overnight at the Hansa Hotel on bed and breakfast basis.


Day 4: After breakfast we will drive to Walvis Bay and participate in a catamaran boat cruise on the Walvis Bay lagoon. Often the swell of the boats attract seals and dolphins. Pelicans and flamingoes add to the rich birdlife seen on your way. During the afternoon we visit the Welwitschia Mirabelis plants, endemic to this part of the Namib Desert. Overnight at the Hansa Hotel on bed and breakfast basis.


Day 5: During the course of the morning we have time to have some action on a 2 hour quad-biking experience. The tour is fun-filled through the deep sand of the dunes. We leave the coast at 13:00 and drive through the Namib Desert, the Kuiseb and Gaub Pass to the beautifully set Namib Naukluft Lodge. Overnight on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis at Namib Naukluft Lodge.


Day 6: Our Sossusvlei excursion starts early in the morning. We will visit various look-out points, Dune 45, the Sossusvlei with the option to climb one of the dunes with spectacular views, the ‘Dead Vlei’ and the Sesriem Canyon. Return for lunch. During the late afternoon a sunset-drive to the natural marble mountains on this 25,000ha private nature reserve is included.


Day 7: 08:30 We leave the Namib Desert via the Remhoogte or Spreetshoogte Pass. Arrival in Windhoek at around 13:00.

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Etosha Safari

Classic Safari: Etosha Safari

This classic, but short photographic Safari starts and ends in Windhoek. We take a 3 night trip to this unique Game Park, where a huge saltpan forms the centre and many natural and artificial waterholes on the fringes of the pan attract a rich diversity of wildlife. More than 114 mammal species are found in the park, several of them are rare and endangered like the black rhino. You have a great chance of seeing some of the bigger mammals, like elephant and rhino and the highlight in any safari: the predators. During our stay we will stay in 2 different locations of the Park, central and Eastern side.

Day 1: 08:30 Departure from Windhoek to the Etosha National Park. First game-drive inside the Park. Overnight inside or in one of the lodges just outside the Park on dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Day 2: A full day of game-viewing lies ahead of us. We will drive along the vast saltpan and stop at various waterholes. Overnight inside or in one of the lodges just outside the Park on dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Day 3: Another full day of a special safari and we will try to see the wildlife, that we did not encounter the previous day. Patience at the waterholes is often rewarded by the sight of some more elusive animals. Overnight inside or in one of the lodges just outside the Park on dinner, bed and breakfast basis.

Day 4: Our tour ends today with a last glimpse of this memorable Etosha National Park. Arrival in Windhoek during the course of the afternoon.

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