This excellent 14-night trip strives to get the very best out of a trip to Northern Namibia; drive to the aptly-named and eerie Skeleton Coast, then onto the huge granite massifs of Damaraland adorned in bushman rock art, and continue to experience the phenomenal game-viewing opportunities possible in Etosha National Park.

Day 1

Starting from London Gatwick, your scheduled Air Namibia overnight flight will take you directly (and non-stop) to Windhoek, where you land early in the morning.

Day 2 Windhoek, Namibia

Collect your hire car at the airport and make the easy 45-minute drive into Windhoek. Although the architecture, shops and restaurants give this city a slightly cosmopolitan feel, it certainly retains its African atmosphere with the many road side stalls. Whilst here, stay at a recommended guesthouse such as the…

Olive Grove (bed & breakfast)

Days 3-5 Swakopmund & Walvis Bay, Namibia

After breakfast, depart for Swakopmund, a friendly and fun town with a variety of things to see and do. We have included a full day trip to Sandwich Harbour with Turnstone Tours. For the adventurous try sand-boarding or skydiving over the dunes, or visit the wonderful lagoon at Walvis Bay with its huge number of flamingos, Cape pelicans and other water birds. Stay at the comfortable…

Sam's Giardino (bed & breakfast)

Day 6 Skeleton Coast & Kaokoland, Namibia

From Swakopmund, stop briefly at Cape Cross to see the enormous colony of Cape fur seals, before driving on to the hauntingSkeleton Coast. This isolated coastline is captivating and extraordinary. You'll drive for about six hours today, to deep inside the Skeleton Coast National Park, before you finally reach the basic restcamp…

Terrace Bay (half board)

Days 7-9 Damaraland, Namibia

Enjoy the superb scenery throughout your drive into Northern Damaraland, where you spend 3 nights. Stay on a private reserve and with a guide explore the rugged terrain either in a 4x4 or on foot - hope to see the desert-adapted elephants and black rhino during your time at…

Etendeka Mountain Camp (full board & activities)

Days 10-11 Etosha National Park, Namibia

Leave after breakfast and drive into the heart of Etosha National Park which offers not only prolific game, but a unique shallow bowl of silvery sand the size of Holland. Stop at one of the waterholes alongside this vast saltpan to view the wildlife that comes to drink, before retiring back to your camp…

Okaukuejo Restcamp (bed & breakfast)

Days 12-13 Etosha National Park, Namibia

Amble across Etosha National Park, from its western to its eastern side, all the time looking out for big game. On your way, pass the vast pan and open planes in the centre of the park, before reaching a luxurious lodge that offers professional guided drives, the beautiful…

Mushara Lodge (half board)

Days 14-15 Central Highlands, Namibia

Depart from Etosha in the morning and enjoy a lovely day in the hills of the Central Highlands. Many of Namibia's game farms can be found here and they can give fascinating insights into genuine working farms. Make the most of walking and driving around whilst staying at the welcoming…

Erongo Wilderness Lodge (full board & activities)

Day 16

Enjoy a scenic drive back to Windhoek Airport, perhaps stopping on the way for a few photos, or at Okahandja craft market for any last minute curios. Arrive at the airport in good time to drop off your rental car, and then connect to your overnight flight with Air Namibia.

Day 17

You arrive back in London Gatwick early in the morning to make easy connections to other flights, or travel back to your home in the UK. There is little time difference between Namibia and the UK so rarely any real jet lag – at the end of such a magical holiday.

Cost of this trip
From	To	Cost
1-Jan-2008	13-Mar-2008	£1,810
14-Mar-2008	31-Mar-2008	£2,146
1-Apr-2008	15-Jun-2008	£1,817
16-Jun-2008	30-Jun-2008	£1,817
1-Jul-2008	15-Jul-2008	£2,149
16-Jul-2008	13-Aug-2008	£2,252
14-Aug-2008	31-Oct-2008	£2,136
1-Nov-2008	30-Nov-2008	£2,198
1-Dec-2008	11-Dec-2008	£2,198
Notes: •The prices shown are per person sharing; call us for single person supplements. • It's very easy to combine this trip with a visit to southern Namibia; ask us for the details. • Upgrades to larger vehicles are easy to arrange; ask us for details. • The prices shown are per person sharing; call us for single person supplements.

This itinerary includes:
• Economy flights to and from London, plus UK and Namibian airport departure taxes.
• All your meals and activities as specified.
• A Group B hired car for the duration of your trip, to be picked up and dropped off at Windhoek Airport. This includes unlimited mileage.
• Our unique full 100% LDW insurance. Please note that this is only valid for drivers who are aged over 25 and under 75 years and who are resident in the EEC. (Alternative insurance arrangements are possible for others, although this alters the price of the itinerary slightly.)
• A comprehensive pack of maps and information covering the places that you'll be visiting.
• See the individual lodges for precise inclusions & exclusions.
• A complementary copy of the Bradt Travel Guide to Namibia.

This itinerary excludes:
• Petrol for your hire car.
• Park fees to enter any national parks.
• Tips and gratuities (which are optional).
• Any meals or activities not specified.
• See the individual lodges for precise inclusions & exclusions.


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