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10-Day Desert and Dunes of Namibia

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Overview

Namibia is a land of stunning landscapes, endless skies, barren deserts, rugged mountains and
spectacular wildlife. This exploration takes you to some of the most remote areas of this fascinating land; areas that have been rarely explored by others.

Like any trip to the dunes of Namibia, Sossusvlei must not be missed - we begin our journey here. The exploration takes us to the secluded, dramatic coastline of the Skeleton Coast littered with historic remnants of shipwrecks, and the rugged, rocky landscape of Palmwag where the last free-roaming black rhino roam.
Outdoors & Nature
Adventure
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Windhoek

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Arrival in Windhoek

You will be met by your guide and begin your journey through the Khomas Hochland mountains and down into the iconic Sossusvlei region. We will arrive in the afternoon.

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    Accommodation

    Kulala Desert Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Minivan from Windhoek to Kulala Desert Lodge

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    Meals

    Lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Hardap Region

Day 2

Explore Sossusvlei & Deadvlei

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Explore Sossusvlei & Deadvlei

Today, you'll wake up early and leave your lodge, heading for the Sesriem entrance gate to the Namib Naukluft Park. Deadvlei, named because it is a large pan with sculptural dead trees, is close by and definitely worth a visit. You may want to take the shuttle back as the sand will be getting very hot by midday. On your way back to the lodge, you can stop at the Sesriem Canyon to explore this wonder.

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    Accommodation

    Kulala Desert Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Explore Sossusvlei and Dead VleiOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Hardap Region

Day 3

Travel from Sossulvei to Swakopmund

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Travel from Sossulvei to Swakopmund

This morning, you'll transfer to the airstrip to travel to Swakopmund, this is a unique chance to have a bird's eye view of the endless dunes of Namibia and the stark but spectacular scenery of the Namib Desert. When you arrive, discover the town of Swakopmund at your leisure while staying at a historic hotel that forms part of the city’s architectural culture.

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    Accommodation

    Hansa Hotel Swakopmund4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kulala Desert Lodge to Windhoek

    Plane from Windhoek to Swakopmund

    Private Driver from Swakopmund Municipal Aerodrome to Swakopmund

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Hardap Region

    Swakopmund

Day 4

4x4 Sandwich Harbour Dunes Tour

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4x4 Sandwich Harbour Dunes Tour

This morning, weather permitting, we may explore the ice-blue Atlantic coast on a boat cruise. After some rest, we'll make our way to the imposing Sandwich Harbour dune fields in 4x4 vehicle. As we explore some of the highest dunes, you'll have amazing views of the dunes and the ocean in the background. The adventure is rounded off with a seafood lunch before driving back to Swakopmund.

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    Accommodation

    Hansa Hotel Swakopmund4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    4x4 Sandwich Harbour

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Swakopmund

    Walvis Bay

Day 5

Drive from Swakopmund to the Skeleton Coast

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Drive from Swakopmund to the Skeleton Coast

We continue our journey up the legendary Skeleton Coast, known for the numerous shipwrecks that the treacherous shores have claimed over the years. You can expect to see the fascinating lichen plains at Wlotskasbaken, the remains of the Zelia shipwreck near Henties Bay and the SW Seal shipwreck close to Ugabmund. We also visit the ghostly remains of mining operations near Toscanini.

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    Accommodation

    Terrace Bay Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Drive Swakopmund to Skeleton Coast

    Zeila Shipwreck

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Swakopmund

    Madisa Camp

    Namibia

    Terrace Bay

Day 6

Drive Skeleton Coast to Palmwag

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Drive Skeleton Coast to Palmwag

We continue through the Skeleton Coast National Park to the Möwe Bay Museum and then stop to admire the remains of the Suiderkus shipwreck. We will also visit the Klein Oase and Auses Springs in the dunes, an intriguing “roaring” dune and spectacular desert scenery combined with whatever wildlife chooses to present itself. The distance to the camp is only 140 kilometres, however, given the sandy roads, the driving time can be up to five hours.

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    Accommodation

    Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Drive the Skeleton Coast to Palmwag

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Terrace Bay

    Palmwag

    Madisa Camp

Day 7

Palmwag Concession

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Palmwag Concession

A land of rugged scenery, this remote part of Namibia is inhabited by incredible desert-adapted plant
and animal life in the surrounding mountains, vast plains, dunes and dry riverbeds. The Palmwag Concession covered an impressive 550,000 acres in the north-west of Namibia, this arid landscape is over 125 million years old and is one of the most remote corners of the country!

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    Accommodation

    Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Palmwag Concession

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Madisa Camp

Day 8

Palmwag Concession

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Palmwag Concession

Another exciting day on the road, this time we head south towards the Desert Rhino Camp which sits on the border of the Palmwag Concession and Damaraland. We traverse through the rugged, rocky and mountainous that Palmwag Concession brings. With it the opportunity of seeing giraffe, oryx and springbok as we reach longer grasses and more vegetation.

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    Accommodation

    Desert Rhino Camp3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Drive Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp to Desert Rhino Camp

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Madisa Camp

Day 9

Tracking Black Rhinos around the Camp

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Tracking Black Rhinos around the Camp

Today, we will explore the area that surrounds Desert Rhino Camp in search of its growing population of the rare desert-adapted black rhino. This area is home to the largest concentration of black rhinos in the world outside a national park, which are monitored and protected by the Save the Rhino Trust. While exploring the area, you may be lucky to spot other mammal species too.

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    Accommodation

    Desert Rhino Camp3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Rhino Tracking

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Madisa Camp

Day 10

Doro Nawas Airstrip

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Doro Nawas Airstrip

We bid farewell to our adventure as we transfer to the Doro Nawas Airstrip to return to Windhoek.

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Desert Rhino Camp to Doro nawas

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Madisa Camp

Included in Price

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 7 activities
  • 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 8 dinners
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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