Safaris in Namibia with Bon Voyage
Safaris in Namibia offer an experience unmatched elsewhere in the more "established" safari destinations. Namibia is a country of contrasts straddled between two deserts - the Namib along its coastline, and the Kalahari in the eastern interior. It is a large country of over 800,000 square kilometers, close in size to Botswana and Zimbabwe put together. Namibia is larger than France and Great Britain combined, yet the population is only 1.6 million; there is a great deal of open space and ample blue sky all year. This is why safaris in Namibia are becoming increasingly more popular.
As well as maturing as a safari destination, Namibia is becoming one of Africa's hottest new attractions. With the Okavango and Victoria Falls being next door, many people are combining safaris in Namibia with a Botswana or Zimbabwe safari. Just call us for more details about
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We currently offer a 7-day safaris in Namibia featuring the very best that this fantastic country has to offer.
Safaris
in Namibia Days 1-2
Our safaris in Namibia depart by light aircraft from Eros Airport, close to the centre of town in Windhoek. It is a one-hour flight down to Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp, where we spend 2 nights.
Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp, the first stop on our safaris in Namibia, is situated 20 kms from Sesriem, the Park's entrance to the Sossusvlei dunes. Towering dunes rise dramatically, more than 1000 ft above the surrounding plains. Activities centre round early morning excursions in 4x4 vehicles to the magnificent Sossusvlei dunes and the "vlei" itself.
Safaris
in Namibia Days 3-4
The early morning flight takes guests over the Namib and over Sossusvlei itself for an alternative view of the dunes from the air, and then due west to Meob Bay on the Skeleton Coast. The desert and Skeleton Coast scenery is spectacular, where the dunes and the desert meet the Atlantic Ocean.
You are then transferred to Walvis Bay Harbour for a boat trip (weather permitting) which will allow you the opportunity to view seals and usually schools of dolphins swimming alongside the boat. You may also see turtles, sunfish, penguins, as well as a wonderful quantity and variety of birdlife
The comfortable and friendly Damaraland camp offers walks and drives in one of the best wilderness areas in Namibia. Although wildlife is not concentrated, the camp is situated where the rare Desert Elephant roams, alongside Gemsbok (Oryx), Springbok, Ostrich and other hardy desert animals. Rare succulent plants somehow manage to eke out an existence in this harsh countryside. Activities throughout the area are in 4x4 vehicles, and on foot.
Safaris
in Namibia Days 5-6
We fly by light aircraft today from Damaraland to Ongava Lodge or Ongava Tented Camp, for a further two-night stay. Highlights are the game drives into Etosha National Park as well as the night drives, walks and hides on the private reserve. Accommodation is situated along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park in the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve.
Activities include game drives in open 4x4 vehicles into the Okaukuejo area of Etosha where lion, elephant, cheetah, gemsbok, springbok, zebra and hartebeest can be seen at many of the water holes in the park. In addition, night drives and walks are enjoyed on the private reserve. Ongava has resident White and Black Rhino, giving guests staying at Ongava the opportunity to see both species.
Safaris
in Namibia Day 7
We depart Ongava by light air charter back to Windhoek where our safaris in Namibia end at Eros Airport. Transfer back to Windhoek International airport to connect with flights back to the UK via Johannesburg.
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