5 DAYS DESERT SAFARI NAMIBIA

5 Days / 4 Nights
Max People : 26
Min Age : 10+
Pickup: Airpot

Tour Details:

This tour has been designed for those who want to experience the beauty of Namibia’s Atlantic coast after a tour of the desert.

Namib boasts some of the world’s highest dunes with breathtaking views over this sea of sand. Swakopmund is Namibia’s prime seaside destination, with palm-lined streets, great restaurants, seaside walkways, a lovely summer climate, and perfect beaches.

Includes

Qualified professional driver-guide
Vehicle / fuel
Park entrance fees as per itinerary
Passenger liability 15%, VAT 2% tourism levy
Accommodation Breakfast for the Client
Flight from Cape Town International Airport to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
Flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Livingstone Airport

Excludes

Expenses of personal nature
Entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Meals not mentioned
Drinks at lodges and on road
Optional excursions and activities
Tips for tour guides
International flights and airport taxes
Items not mentioned in the itinerary

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Itinerary

Day 1Namib Desert Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia, Sossusvlei (257.8km)

The guest will depart to Sossusvlei and stay 2 nights you’ll go see the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei. In the afternoon you will reach your lodge, where you will have to enjoy your dinner.

Included activities

Enjoy the sundowner at Elim Dunes, visit Sesriem Canyon

Overnight & Namib Desert Lodge

Basis

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Day 2Namib Desert Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia, Sossusvlei

Guest will wake up and have breakfast before going into the park for Sossuvlei Excursion which includes Dune 45, Deadvlei, Hiddenvlei, and Big Daddy. The tour guide will have regular stops to let clients take pictures and have some exposure of the Dunes.

Included activities

Sossusvlei Excursion ( Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45)

Overnight & Namib Desert Lodge

Basis

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Day 3Hotel Pension à la Mer, Swakopmund (298.3km)

This morning we leave Sossusvlei and make our way to the cooler coastal town of Swakopmund by the Atlantic Ocean. This town resembles a small German town with its architectural buildings, palm-lined streets, seaside promenades, restaurants, cafes, art galleries and museums. We spend the next 2 nights in Swakopmund enjoying the various different activities on offer.

Activities included

Visit Museum and Aquarium

Optional excluded activities

Sky diving & Desert living museum tour, Camel Riding

Overnight & Hotel Pension A La Mer or similar

Basis

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Day 4Hotel Pension à la Mer, Swakopmund

After breakfast you will have a full day to continue with the activities.

Included activities

Quad biking, sand boarding, sightseeing & Township tour

Optional activities

Boat cruise, air balloon safari, World’s Oldest Desert, Sandwich Harbour, Pelican Point Kayaking

Overnight & Hotel Pension A La Mer

Basis

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast

Day 5End of Itinerary (360.8km)

After Breakfast the guest will be on their way back to Windhoek.

Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1.How long does it take to climb Big Daddy?

The hike up Big Daddy Dune takes about 1 hour and is hard work as you keep slipping back in the sand. It’s easiest to do in bare feet. Allow about 2 to 2 hours 30 minutes to hike up, savour the scene, drop down and explore Deadvlei. Make sure you take plenty of water.

2.What is the highest dune in Sossusvlei?

Big Daddy is the tallest dune in the Sossusvlei area. This magnificent dune is situated between Sossusvlei and Deadvlei and at 325 meters it dwarfs the other dunes.

3.Why is it called Dune 45?

Dune 45 is named for its proximity to Sesrium Gate. It is situated 45km from the gate, along a paved road and is easily reached using a 2×4 vehicle. It’s fascinating shape and accessibility makes it the most photographed dune in the world.

4.How high is Dune 45 in Namibia?

Dune 45 at 170 meters tall is the most well-known dune chosen to climb by those who visit the Sossusvlei area. This relatively ‘easy’ climb takes anywhere from 40 minutes to one hour to reach the top, for most people.

5.Is it worth visiting Swakopmund?

One of the great things about Swakopmund is that it offers both adrenaline-pumping pursuits and leisurely sightseeing excursions. You can take in some hectic quad-biking across the sand dunes, or drive to the desert to see the almost prehistoric welwitschia plants.

6.What language do they speak in Swakopmund?

Swakopmund is roughly a four-hour drive from Windhoek. The city is serviced by an airport which can accommodate small aircraft. German, Afrikaans and English are the predominant languages spoken.

7.Is Swakopmund expensive?

The average cost of living in Swakopmund is $769, which is in the top 30% of the least expensive cities in the world, ranked 6480th out of 9294 in our global list and 1st out of 10 in Namibia.

8.Can you drink tap water in Swakopmund?

The quality of tap water in Namibia is quite good and perfectly safe to drink. Many of the lodges in the more remote areas will make use of water from a borehole which is also safe and healthy to drink.

9.Are there snakes in Swakopmund?

The snake park is located in Swakopmund. They house a variety of Venomous snakes, Non-venomous snakes, other small species, and offer Snake feeding, Photo opportunities, Opportunity to touch non-venomous snakes and reptiles, Accompaniment for groups wishing to see snakes and small species in the desert.

10.Which month is the coldest in Swakopmund?

The coldest month is August.

11.How often does it rain in Swakopmund?

Precipitation is virtually absent during the year. The climate is classified as BWh according to Köppen and Geiger. In Swakopmund, the average annual temperature is 18.6 °C | 65.4 °F. The annual rainfall is 29 mm | 1.1 inch.

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