12 Days / Starting From $11,895
The Great Namibia Wildlife Safari
An All-Encompassing Guided Fly-In Safari to the Desert Jewel of Africa
Namibia is soul-stirring. Here on the southwest edge of Africa, orange sand dunes rise a thousand feet high against a cobalt sky. The coastal desert is washed by the relentless ocean, while inland the sun bakes the plains into a cracked puzzle of dried mud, pocked with grass and thornbush. There is water here, too, though its presence is subtle. It is the source of life in the stark Etosha salt pan, whose water holes attract fantastic numbers of game, including feline predators. Springboks, oryx, kudu and dik-diks run to elude them, in a great and ancient desert dance.
- Fly between our secluded luxury camps on private reserves to maximize time for safaris
and exploration - Track rhinoceros on foot in a rhino sanctuary and experience some of Africa’s most exciting wildlife viewing amid Namibia’s striking geography
- See cheetahs and leopards up close and get a “behind-the-scenes” look at efforts to conserve them at the AfriCat Foundation
Location of Adventure
Namibia, Southern Africa
Namibia, Southern Africa
Group Size Limit
Approximately 8 Travelers
A very important feature of our Namibia safaris is the limited group size as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller sized groups of travelers.
Our Specialized 4 x 4 Land Rovers or Land Cruisers
An essential element of this safari is our use of a combination of specialized vehicles during different parts of the trip, allowing for the unmatched game viewing opportunities promised by Natural Habitat Adventures. At times, we will travel in semi-open-sided 4 x 4 Stretch Land Cruisers or Land Rovers, allowing for enhanced game viewing and a comfortable and safe ride over the sometimes uneven terrain of Namibia's desert environs. Roof hatches add to the open safari experience, while additional comfort is ensured with secured drop-down plastic flaps used during longer transfers to provide respite from dust or rain. We will also use open 4 x 4 Land Rovers or Land Cruisers, with a unique suspension system and an open-top, open-sided, tiered seating arrangement, specially-designed to maximize game viewing opportunities and comfort. During our time in the Sossusvlei region, we will explore in closed 4 x 4 Land Cruisers or Land Rovers to provide protection from the winds that are possible in this vast, sandy landscape.
Both the open and semi-open-sided vehicles have 10 cushioned passenger seats, one in front next to the driver, followed by three rows of three seats each, though we limit our capacity to just eight travelers, again for maximum comfort and viewing. The closed 4 x 4 vehicles have 8 cushioned seats with a spacious interior providing generous room for travelers and their belongings. All offer a mini-fridge stocked with cold drinks and a small library with reference books and field guides. Each custom-built vehicle sports front bull bars and runner boards, as well as a full recovery kit, including spare tires and a high lift jack. Vehicles are updated or replaced regularly and meticulously maintained to provide our guests with an unmatched safari experience.
Included
Internal scheduled light aircraft flights, accommodations, meals from dinner Day 1 to breakfast final day, non-alcoholic drinks at camps and in vehicles, house alcoholic beverages in camps, services of NHA Expedition Leader, local guides and lodge staff, some gratuities, airport transfers on Day 1 and final day, permits & entrance fees, and all taxes.
Not Included
Travel to and from start and end point of trip, premium alcoholic beverages, alcohol at hotel in Windhoek, some gratuities, passport and visa fees, optional activities, items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance, and required medical evacuation insurance.
Physical Requirements
Easy
Our walking activities are usually short and optional. We do, however, recommend that travelers who participate in these programs be of an adventurous spirit, as they will often enjoy the very closest of animal encounters and safari vehicles can sometimes offer a bumpy ride.
Important Information
This adventure encompasses the magic of Namibia’s vast and varied landscape, from the world’s tallest sand dunes to wildlife-rich Etosha National Park, without having to make long, hot, dusty drives that have traditionally been a part of a Namibia safari. A major benefit of this flight-based safari is the unbelievable view from the air. Towering dunes, endless desert, and rocky coastlines reveal Namibia’s natural diversity. Also by flying, we maximize our time on safari, rather than in transit. While the scenery - and the entire experience - is tremendous, the animal encounters here tend to be somewhat less plentiful than in some other safari destinations (though the Etosha portion is fantastic for wildlife!).
Getting There & Getting Home
You must arrive in Windhoek, Namibia by 6pm on Day 1 and you may depart Windhoek anytime after 1:30pm on the final day. We can best serve you if Natural Habitat Adventures' Travel Desk makes these reservations for you as they are intimately familiar with the special requirements of these programs and can arrange the most efficient and cost-effective travel. Please call us at 1-800-543-8917.
