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Want to go off the beaten track? Then this once off 4x4 tour is for you! The fully guided 11 day trip departs on September 19 and takes you to all the highlights of northern Namibia - Windhoek, Etosha, Damaraland, Kaokoland, Epupa Falls, Himba culture, Van Zyl’s Pass, Marien Fluss and Desert Elephants. The rate for 2 (!) people is ZAR 23,900 - including car rental & guide. That's a 50% discount for you! |
DESCRIPTION
Day 1 & 2 – Etosha
Your 4x4 off-road adventure starts with a departure from our base in Windhoek. We travel north on the B1 highway via Otjiwarongo and Outjo to the Etosha National Park. Our camp for the night is at the Okaukuejo-rest camp. (± 450 km).
We stock up on supplies for the next couple of days along the route at a super market. We have time for a game-drive in the area of Okaukuejo. Later in the evening we go to the flood-lit waterhole which borders the camp, where you can sit back and relax while the animals come to drink until deep into the night.
Day 3 – Otjitotongwe Kamanjab
This is home to the “Save the Cheetah” project. Today is probably a once in a lifetime experience to interact with a cheetah cat @ 16h00. Get up close and personal with the tame cheetah and feed the wild cheetahs. A cool swimming pool is at your disposal. There are optional bush walk excursions available. No electricity available use gas to cook.
Day 4 & 5 – Epupa Falls
We leave early in the morning and travel north via Opuwa, where we stock up on fuel and provisions before moving on to Epupa Falls. (± 340km).We set up camp for the next 2 nights on the palm tree lined banks of the Kunene River. On day 4 our program includes a visit to the falls and the surrounding area, as well as the highlight of a visit to a traditional Himba village.
Off-road driver training is carried out today on one of the steep rocky tracks in the area of the campsite. This will prepare us for the off-road driving that lies ahead during the next couple of days.
Kaokoveld
Located in the far north-west, Kaokoland is one of the particularly untouched regions in Namibia. Thebarely accessible area south of the Kunene River is the home of the Himba ethnic group, who has kept their ethnic individuality and culture in the seclusion of Kaokoland. Travelling through this region is only possible under expedition-like conditions in off-road vehicles and, furthermore, should only be done under the leadership of an experienced guide. Tracks are hardly signposted, corrugated and extremely stoney or sandy.
Day 6 – Van Zyl’s Pass
We backtrack to Okangwati and head for Otjitanda. The total distance is only 140 km. But we will probably take most of the day to get there, depending on the road conditions. We overnight in the wild, close to the top of the Van Zyl’s Pass.(± 140 km)
Day 7 – Purros
Today we travel down the steep Van Zyl’s Pass with its panoramic views of the plains and the Marienfluss. We turn south to Purros on the Hoarusib River, where we overnight at the campsite next to the Riverbed. In the late afternoon we search for the desert elephants. (± 230km)
Day 8 – Palmwag
Another day traveling through this wild and remote area in search for real wild game. Our route takes us south into Damaraland where we camp at the Palmwag campsite in the heart of Damaraland. Palmwag also offers lodge accommodation, swimming pools, restaurant, bar, etc. (± 120 km)
Day 9 – Brandberg
Today we travel further south to Twyfelfontein. We have ample time to explore the area; we visit the Burnt Mountain, the Rock Engravings and the Organ Pipes before continuing to Brandberg where we set up camp at White Lady campsite. (± 320 km)
Day 10 – Swakopmund
Today we travel westwards to the Atlantic Ocean and then head south to Swakopmund. We spend our last evening in this quaint German style town. In the afternoon there are numerous “sand dune” activies available.
Day 11 – Windhoek
We drive back to Windhoek via Okahandja. Lunch will be taken en-route. (± 389 km).After the vehicle is returned, you will be transferred to your Hotel or other venue in Windhoek. End of services.
Included
* Camping as per itinerary
* Fully equipped 4x4 vehicle
* Standard Cover vehicle Insurance. (excess ZAR30,000)
* Services of professional tour leader and guide
* Vat and Government taxes
* Windhoek hotel transfers
* 4X4 introduction course
* All camping equipment
* Bedding & towels
* Crockery and cutlery
* 12 volt Fridge
* Gas stove
* Chairs and table
* Solar heated bush shower
* Camping fees and park entrance fees
Excluded:
* Airfares
* Fuel
* All meals
* Spending money
* Soft drinks, bottled water, refreshments, snacks and alcoholic beverages
* Any additional activities not listed in the itinerary:
* Gratuities
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#Like a true nature's child, I feel born, born to be wild#
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Photo gallery
 Go off-road!
 Meet the Himba
 Etosha lioness
 Damaraland sunset
 Etosha Plains
 Off the beaten track
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Go off-road!
Meet the Himba
Etosha lioness
Damaraland sunset
Etosha Plains
Off the beaten track
Our trip was absolutely awesome. We were treated like royalty and the kids had an absolute blast. Isolated quiet and yet so many things for the kids to do and explore. We had such a great time that the kids are harassing me when we can go back, and that is one thing I will do is go back.
