12-Day Classic Namibia Guided Safari

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Embark on our Classic Guided Safari to discover Namibia's iconic attractions, with the option to tailor your journey to include additional destinations of your choice. Whether you're traveling solo or with a group, we offer flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your preferences. Our goal is to turn your dream safari into reality, providing an unforgettable experience tailored to your desires. The total price is determined per individual, while groups can request personalized quotes. Let us guide you through the most remarkable highlights of Namibia while accommodating your unique interests and extending the adventure to include the areas you've always dreamed of exploring.

Upon your arrival in Namibia, you'll be greeted by our company's representative from People’s Tours and Safaris, who will extend a warm welcome to the "land of the brave". They'll accompany you to your first accommodation, the Vondelhof Guesthouse. After settling in from your journey, your guide will inform you of the scheduled time for a city tour, allowing you to explore Windhoek, the capital, focusing on its key historical sites. Later, your guide will join you for dinner at the renowned Joe's Beer House, where they'll provide detailed briefings about your upcoming safari adventures across Namibia.

Following a delightful breakfast at Vondelhof Guesthouse, your guide will rendezvous with you in the lobby at 10:00 a.m. From there, you'll embark southeast toward the Kalahari Desert, destined for the Kalahari Anib Lodge. Upon arrival, a sumptuous lunch awaits. The afternoon invites leisurely pursuits, followed by an exhilarating nature drive aboard an open game drive vehicle with the lodge's expert guide, immersing yourselves in the crimson hues of the desert landscape. As the sun begins its descent, you'll return to the lodge for a refreshing pause before indulging in a delectable dinner. Your overnight accommodations will be at the serene Kalahari Anib Lodge.

After enjoying a satisfying breakfast, your journey continues towards one of Namibia's iconic treasures, the Namib Naukluft National Park. En route, a delightful lunch will be provided. Arriving at the Namib Desert Lodge in the midafternoon, you'll settle in for a two-night stay. With your knowledgeable guide, you'll embark on an exploration of the awe-inspiring sights of the Namib Desert. Time permitting, your guide may lead you to a nearby geological marvel or a nature drive within the lodge's grounds. A visit to the mesmerizing Sesriem Canyon offers breathtaking views of the gorge below. Returning to the lodge, you'll freshen up before dinner, during which you'll receive details about the exciting wake-up call for tomorrow's activities. With dinner concluded, a restful night's sleep awaits.

This morning after an early wake-up call, you will meet your guide at the lobby where you will have coffee/tea and rusks. You will set off to Namib Naukluft Park for the Sossusvlei excursion. The earlier you leave to join the queue to the entrance for Sossusvlei, the better. You'll capture the dunes while the light is soft, and the shadows accentuate the towering shapes and curves of the dunes for a stunning photo shoot. The best experience is climbing the highest dune called Big Daddy at Sossusvlei. Once you explore Sossusvlei and Deadvlei and the surroundings for dune fields, you will enjoy a relaxed picnic brunch in the shade of a camelthorn tree. You'll return to the lodge in the early afternoon in time for a late lunch. The late afternoon can be spent visiting Sesriem Canyon if you haven’t visited it the previous day. The rest of the day is spent at your leisure. You'll freshen up for your dinner and the rest for the night.

Today's captivating journey leads you northwestward through the captivating and dynamic desert panoramas of the Namib Naukluft National Park. Along the way, you'll traverse the remarkable Ghaub and Kuiseb Canyons via the scenic Kuiseb Pass. Eventually, you'll reach the coastal enclave of Walvis Bay, where the meeting of land and sea unfolds. Continuing northward, your path brings you to Swakopmund, a charming seaside retreat where you'll spend the next two nights. This afternoon, take delight in strolling along the waterfront, soaking in the serene coastal ambiance before relishing dinner at a local restaurant.

This morning promises an extraordinary adventure as you journey to Walvisbay. Meeting your local guide at the Waterfront, your half-day Sandwich Harbour tour commences promptly at 8:30 a.m., concluding at 12:30 p.m. Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m., allowing time for your guide to provide a comprehensive briefing before setting out on this exhilarating excursion. Upon return to the Waterfront, your guide will be ready to accompany you back to Swakopmund. Lunch will be served en route, and upon reaching Swakopmund, the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Whether exploring the town on foot or indulging in relaxation, the choice is yours. Freshen up before dinner and prepare for a restful night ahead.

Today, you will continue with your safari to the north and east into diverse Damaraland while appreciating the marvellous scenery of the area. Lunch will be served en route. You will pass Namibia’s highest mountain, the Brandberg which peaks at 2,573 m above sea level, and take time to view the game and absorb the vastness of the scenery along the way. You will enjoy the spectacular landscape of Damaraland and the stunning views. You will arrive at the lodge which is built amongst the massive granite boulders. If time allows, this afternoon your guide will take you to visit the nearby attractions and geological sites of the pre-historic Twyfelfontein rock engravings (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)—if not there is plenty of time next morning before you head to Kamanjab to Oppi Koppi Rest Camp.

Following breakfast, your safari progresses onward to Oppi-Koppi Rest Camp. Along the route, a stop at the Petrified Forest, situated 42km from Khorixas Rest Camp, offers a fascinating detour. Anticipate arriving at Oppi-Koppi in the mid-afternoon, with lunch provided en route. Upon settling in, convene at the main area to join your tour guide for a visit to the Himba village, where a local guide will assist with translations. After the enriching visit, return to freshen up before enjoying dinner and settling in for the night.

Following breakfast, your journey continues to Etosha National Park, where you'll arrive early in the afternoon and settle into your accommodations. A light lunch awaits you at the main area before embarking on an afternoon game-viewing drive in your private vehicle with your guide. Exploring renowned waterholes, you'll have the chance to encounter a variety of wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, elephants, rhinos, and various antelope species. Returning to the resort just before sunset, you'll have time to freshen up before dinner. Afterwards, unwind in the main area, observing the wildlife activity, before retiring for the night.

Today is dedicated to a full day of exciting game viewing within the central section to explore Etosha National Park from your private safari vehicle and we want to make the most of it. The park gates open at sunrise and after having an early scrumptious breakfast. You will aim to be early for a game-viewing drive. Early morning is usually a productive time for game viewing since many predators are active mostly in the morning hours. If you are lucky, you will spot some of the hunters busy with the prey they catch for the day. Lunch can be had en route. You will continue with your game-viewing drive and keep a sharp lookout for the game as you drive back to Okaukuejo. You will return to the resort just before sunset and in time for the best hour of the day at Okaukuejo Waterhole. You'll freshen up for dinner and after dinner, you can spend your time watching the game coming and going at the floodlit waterhole and the rest for the night.

After indulging in a delightful breakfast, your journey retraces back to Windhoek. Before departing from the park, a final glimpse of wildlife awaits after checking out. As you make your way back, a stop at the quaint town of Okahandja offers an opportunity for last-minute shopping at the woodcraft market. Lunch will be enjoyed en route, with an anticipated late afternoon arrival in Windhoek. Your guide will drop you off at your accommodation, where you can freshen up before embarking on a city tour, if not already done on the first day. Following the tour, dinner awaits at one of the renowned restaurants, after which you'll retire for the night. Your guide will provide details regarding the transfer to the airport for your departure the following day.

Today after breakfast, your guide will collect you from your accommodation and transfer you back to the airport. You will say your final goodbyes to your guide marking the end of your remarkable safari.

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