Namibian Family Adventurer
Namibian Family Adventurer
Namibian Family Adventurer
13 Days Starting and ending in Windhoek
Visiting: Namibia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FAN
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 12
Age range:
9-16
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
The sun is rising and we are sat atop one of the highest dunes in the world. A burst of orange and red explodes on the surrounding landscape as warm rays caress the shifting sand. We are in Sossusvlei. Over the coming days we explore the country’s amazing diversity, sit by watering holes watching wildlife, hike through rock formations to ancient engravings, enjoy Viennese style cake shops and discover a country where the desert scenery changes with every turn and the night sky sparkles with countless stars.
Highlights
Itinerary
Depart London.
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Day 2
The starting point for this trip is the Arebbusch Lodge. For those on the
group transfer, we spend sometime in the capital city to change money and
collect supplies and then drive to the Arebbush Lodge on the outskirts of the
city.
*Arebbusch Lodge or similar*
Day 3
Today we embark on our longest drive of the trip as we head southwest through
the spectacular scenery of the Namib-Naukluft Park to our first campsite at
Sesriem. This National Park, one of the largest in the world, is home to one
of the driest and oldest deserts on earth. It contains the finest desert
scenery in Africa, if not in the world, with towering jagged rock formations
and incredible lunar landscapes. (350kms / 7hrs)
*NWR Sesriem Campsite or similar*
Day 4
Today we spend all day in the Namib Desert. Rising early we catch the tallest
sand dunes in the world in the best light and have the opportunity to climb
one of the dunes as the sun rises, truly one of Africa's greatest sights. We
can either walk to Hiddenvlei or catch a transfer (optional extra) to
Deadvlei where ancient acacia trees in the desert form an eerie scene. If
we're lucky we may see gemsbok or ostrich among the sand dunes. In the
afternoon we visit Sesriem Canyon before joining a guide to see the cheetahs
at the Namib Carnivore Conservation Centre (please see Responsible Travel
section) - depending on time we may go tomorrow morning. (200kms / 3hrs).
*Solitaire Guest Farm or similar*
Day 5
A long, but very scenic, drive through the Namib-Naukluft Park to Swakopmund.
En route we visit Walvis Bay for lunch and to see local flamingos. Swakopmund
is a small German colonial resort town with quaint cake shops and coffee
houses and a centre for adrenaline activities. (300kms / 5.5hrs)
*Prost hotel or similar*
Day 6
Today is spent in and around Swakopmund. There is time to go fishing, relax
on the beach, or enjoy a cream tea and a seafood dinner along the front. If
you're keen for some action, there are enough options for the whole family
such as experiencing the thrill of quad biking over sand dunes or try the
popular new sport of sandboarding.
*Prost Hotel or similar*
Day 7
After a relaxing start we leave the cool breeze of the Atlantic Ocean behind
and head inland towards Namibia’s highest mountain, Brandberg, in
Damaraland. The Damaraland area is famous for the desert elephants which roam
in the Ugab River. Star gazing is normally spectacular from this remote area
(250kms / 4.5hrs).
*Bradberg Whilte Lady Lodge (camping) or similar*
Day 8
We begin our day with a short drive to Brandberg, where we will enjoy a walk
through valley 45 for approximately 1.5 hours. Along the way we will view
beautiful, granite rock formations and a variety of birdlife. The valley
takes us to the famous ‘White Lady’ rock painting which, along with a
number of other small paintings and engravings, are thought to have been left
by Bushmen at least 2000 years ago. Afterwards we will drive towards the
Khorixas area where we should pass various Himba and Herero women selling
crafts from the roadside. There is also the possibility of spotting Desert
elephants and meerkats on the way. We will arrive at our accommodation after
lunch and then in the afternoon we can view Vingerklip, a striking pinnacle
of rock balancing vertically on its own (driving 230kms / 4hrs).
*Khorias Lodge or similar*
Day 9
The first day is spent with a scenic drive to Etosha. We should arrive in
time to do a late afternoon game drive before setting up at our camp. Our
itinerary allows plenty of time to really enjoy this fabulous game park.
(240kms / 3.5hrs)
*Okaukujo Camp or similar*
Day 10-11
Etosha is a huge park of mixed forest and grassland centred around a large
salt pan. Etosha is home to a great variety species, which are generally easy
to find as the animals congregate at different times around the waterholes.
Wildebeest, zebra, impala, springbuck, kudu, elephant, giraffe, lion and even
rhino are all common sights here. Take plenty of camera memory and lots of
patience and you will be rewarded by one of the greatest game spectacles in
Southern Africa. Etosha is also a good place for birds, with plenty of water
birds on the lakes (when filled with water), and weaverbirds and hornbills in
the trees. While in Etosha we typically stay within the park on some or all
of the nights (subject to availability) and some of these are located next to
waterholes. These camps also offer optional night drives which you can book
and pay for on arrival.
*Namutoni Camp or similar*
*Day 9 meals included:* Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
*Day 10 meals included:* Breakfast
Day 12
After a relaxing start to the morning, we drive via Tsumeb and Otavi where we
can stretch our legs before stopping at Otjiwarongo for lunch. We then spend
our final night of camping under the African night sky on a private farm.
(380kms / 6hrs).
*Otjiwa Safari Camp or similar*
Day 13
This morning we drive to the Waterberg Plateau, a 200 metre high gigantic
flat-topped plateau covered with bushveld. It is one of the more fertile
areas in Namibia and very colourful especially after the rains. Here there
are several walking trails, including one leading to a spectacular viewpoint
near the top of the plateau for a great view. In addition to a guided walk,
there are many smaller walks that can be explored without a guide. (120kms /
2hrs)
*NWR Waterberg Lodge or similar*
Day 14
A drive of three and a half hours or so brings us back to Windhoek. Those not
travelling with the group to London will leave us during the day. (320kms /
3.5hrs)
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Day 15
Arrive London.
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What's Included
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Arrival & departure transfers
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Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)
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All transport and listed activities
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All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners included
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All accommodation (see below)
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Tour leader throughout
What's Not Included
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Visas or vaccinations
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Travel insurance
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Single accommodation (available on request)
Accommodation
The lodges and chalet we use are all in natural settings and generally have good facilities, such as a bar and swimming pool. The campsites used are secure and have full ablution blocks and generally swimming pools too.
Please note, due to the limited amount of accommodation within Etosha National Park, it may be necessary to sleep outside the park on some or all of the nights we are there. This will not impact the number of game drives we have within the park.
Single accommodation (available on request)
Food
All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners.
Please allow approximately GBP10 per meal per person for meals not included.
Camp meals will be wholesome and plentiful, but do not expect cordon bleu
cuisine and please note it is not always easy to get a wide range of fresh
vegetables. However, generally the standard of food is good. Vegetarians are
well catered for but please inform us before departure of any special dietary
requests. Please note that the availability of certain products can be
minimal or non-existent, for example wheat or dairy-free. Please be prepared
for this - you may be best advised to bring these items from home.
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Minimum 9 years age children can go on this tour.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
There are no mandatory vaccination requirements.
Recommended vaccinations are: Polio, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Typhoid, Hepatitis A. -
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Visas for Namibia are not required for UK or Commonwealth passport holders. Other nationalities should check before travelling
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, Arrival & departure transfers.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
12
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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