12 Days - The Magnificent South

Explore with the San people of Namibia, experience the Fish River Canyon and uncover the secrets of the Ghost Town of Kolmanskop. An adventure not to be missed, this safari offers you a unique experience of the south of Namibia

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12 Days - Magnificent South
From 2695 € / Per Person

Namibia in all its desolate splendor. 

This safari offers you the opportunity to experience Namibias rolling red dunes of the Kalahari, the worlds second largest canyon and meet the ancient people of the San who call these places home. 

Ideal for: Honeymooners, Couples, Families & Large Friend Groups 

Highlights: Kalahari Desert, Meet the San People of Namibia, Giants Playground, Quiver Tree Forest, Fish River Canyon, Luderitz, Kolmanskop, Namib Naukluft Park (Deadvlei, Sossusvlei, Big Daddy), Spitzkoppe, Omaruru Game Lodge 

Common Add ons: Skeleton Coast, Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau Park, Omaruru Game Lodge, Okonjima Private Nature 

Camping: Make an inquiry for pricing on camping options.

Departure Location

Windhoek, Namibia

Included

  • professionalguide

  • transport

  • accommodation

  • parkentryfees

  • airporttransfers

  • breakfast

  • dinneronselectnights

Not Included

  • gratuity

  • snacks&drinks

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After your arrival in Windhoek, you are whisked away by your guide to begin your adventure. The tour heads South East towards the Kalahari desert to overnight. Where the next morning after a hearty breakfast, you will participate in a morning walk with San People of the Kalahari. They will guide you through the red sands and show you how they live and survive in this hars environment.

Accommodation: Bagatelle Lodge

Transport: Included

Duration: 5hrs

After the morning walk you depart on the next leg of the tour, where you will pass by Giants Playground and the Quiver Tree forest. Giants playground being a odd geoformation consisting on neatly stacked cubic shaped rocks. This is where the places derives its name, since the rocks are stacked in such a way, it seems the children of giants were playing with collosal Duplo blocks.

Accommodation: Your comfort is paramount.

Transport: Included

Duration: 5hrs

After a drive through some of Namibias dryest landscapes we arrive at the Fish River Canyon. The second largest of its kind, second only to the Grand Canyon in the States. Here we spend the afternoon and early morning the next day to photograph the canyon in the right light and capture it in in all its splendor.

Accommodation: Hobas Resort

Transport: Included

Duration: 3hrs

Kolmanskop and the ghost town its home to are on the top of the list for the day. Explore this once vibrant diamond mining town. Now left with rundown buildings and encroaching desert sands. The remains are a reminder of the once vibrant town that existed.

Accommodation: Obelix Guesthouse

Transport: Included

Duration: 4hrs

After a early start we depart to the Sesriem gate to enter the park. The reason we go in as early as possible is to offer the best lighting for photos of the magnificent surroundings. In the park we will use the morning to explore dead vlei, try climbing the infamous Big Daddy Dune and visit Sossuvlei. After the morning in the dunes we pass by the Seseriem Canyon on our way back to our accommodation. After a hot day in the dunes, the pool beckons and you can relax and prepare for the next day.

Accommodation: Namib Naukluft Lodge

Transport: Included

Duration: 5hrs

After a hearty Namibian breakfast the tour departs North West to the Atlantic Coast of Namibia. First passing through Solitaire for a bite of their famour apple pie. Continuing on we pass through the Ghaub & Kuiseb Passes and various other interesting geo formations. Swakopmund is a quiant little town placed in the desert next to the the Swakop River Mouth. This town still retains a lot of its historic architecture and feel. Swakopmund is a great town to explore, with a multitude of activities to try, sites to see and amazing restaurants experience. The day can be spent doing your choice of activities.

Accommodation: Atlantic Garden Boutique Hotel

Transport: Included

Duration: 0hrs

After and eventful previous day, the tour departs Eastward, inland towards Spitzkoppe. Also known as the Matterhorn of Namibia, the Spitzkoppe mountiain range is a protruding rock masif rising from the rather flar surroundings. Home to perculiar rock formations like the famous rock arch, Spitzkoppe is a must see for those interested in geology. The namdic peoples who used to roam these lands, have left behind rock art in the area and also on the mountain. Following the chain link ladder, we can visit a site such a site and marvel at the art left behind by the peoples of old. The day ends in Omaruru at the Game Lodge. A unique widlife experience. Have your dinner while you greet Sammy the giraffe and meet his many friends.

Accommodation: Omaruru Game Lodge

Transport: Included

Duration: 4hrs

A morning guided game drive will take you on an adventure, tracking down the resident elephants for a spectacular widlife interaction. After your morning excursion, we make our way to the capital city of Windhoek. On the way we pass the Okahandja craft market, the largest of its kind in Namibia. Here you can try your hand at African bartering and find yourself the perfect gifts for friends and family.

Accommodation: Weinberg Hotel

Transport: Included

Duration: 3hrs

Depending on your departure time, a city tour can be arranged. Where you can experience the many sites in Windhoek and learn about its history and culture. Learn about the people of the city and enjoy some kapana, shop for local wares and enjoy the morning.

Accommodation: Hosea Kutako Int Airport

Transport: Included - City Tour & Airport Shuttle

Duration: 45min

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