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On your arrival at the Windhoek International Airport you will be met and transferred into town for the handover of your rental vehicle.
The Casa Blanca offers 13 exclusively designed spacious en-suite bedrooms with satellite TV, telephone, mini-bar, air-conditioning and a safe.
In addition there is an elegant lounge, a sparkling pool in a beautiful garden, a Jacuzzi, a barbeque area and a cozy bar. The homely restaurant serves sumptuous breakfasts and romantic patio dinners at sunset.
Windhoek is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Namibia. It is located in the central Khomas Region, and has a population of about 300 000.
The hot springs attracted the first settlers to this area. In the mid-1800s Captain Jan Jonker Afrikaner settled near one of the main hot springs, located in the present-day Klein-Windhoek, an upper-class suburb of Windhoek.
After 1907, development accelerated as people migrated from the countryside to the city and also some immigrated from outside the country. There was also a larger influx of European settlers arriving from Germany and South Africa. Businesses were erected on Kaiser Street, present Independence Avenue, and along the dominant mountain ridge over the city, including the three eye-catching castles.
Bed/Breakfast
CASA BLANCA |
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Day 2: Windhoek - Kalahari
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Depart to the south of Namibia via Rehoboth to Kalahari
Farm House, situated at the fringes of the Kalahari Desert.
Here on the fringes of the village of Stampriet in the fertile valley of the seasonal Auob River, Kalahari Farmhouse combines up-market hospitality with a rural ambience. The reception and restaurant are housed in a manor, built in the heyday of Karakul farming 50 years ago.
The small farming business next-door keeps the kitchen stocked with fresh produce for the delicious dishes on the menu. For guests there are 12 tastefully decorated rooms in chalets reminiscent of the Cape Dutch style.

Enjoy the serene tranquility at the pool, visit the farming business or join a scenic drive in Gondwana Kalahari Park, just 30 km away.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
KALAHARI FARMHOUSE |
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Day 3: Kalahari – Fish River Canyon
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Proceed to the Fish River Canyon, a most spectacular geological phenomena, situated in the lower reaches of Namibia's longest river, the Fish.
Overnight at the Caňon Roadhouse, situated close to the entrance of the Fish River National Park. The Roadhouse offers accommodation in 8 tastefully furnished en-suite rooms, a romantic a la cart restaurant, the fully licensed "Wheels Bar", a sparkling swimming pool and a well equipped service station.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
CAÑON ROADHOUSE |
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Day 4: Fish River Canyon
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Today you have the opportunity to visit the Fish River Canyon and to take part on the optional activities offered by the Roadhouse.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
CAÑON ROADHOUSE |
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Day 5: Fish River Canyon – Diamond Restricted Area - Lüderitz
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Proceed through the Restricted Diamond Area to Lüderitz, Namibia's most southern harbour.
The Nest Hotel offers luxurious beachfront accommodation in a spectacular setting. All the rooms are sea facing and have air-conditioning, en-suite facilities, satellite television and telephone. Guests can enjoy the sauna and swimming pool, or a sundowner in the Sunset Bar overlooking the bay.
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LÜDERITZ NEST HOTEL & WELLNESS CENTRE |
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Day 6: Lüderitz - Aus
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A visit to the old and deserted diamond town Kolmanskop is very interesting. (optional)
Drive through the Restricted Diamond Area to Aus to overnight in the Klein Aus Vista Lodge.
The en-suite chalets are built around gigantic granite boulders, each with own lounge and fireplace, private verandah and endless views over the Namib.
The lodge offers optional activities into the area.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
KLEIN AUS VISTA |
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Day 7:
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The Hoodia Desert Lodge is ideally located close to the Sesriem entrance to Sossusvlei to visit the Sesriem Canyon, as well as the magnificent dunes of Sossusvlei .
Hoodia gordonii, family Apocynaceae, a succulent plants which was traditionally used by the San people of as an appetite suppressant, thirst quencher and as a cure for severe abdominal cramps, hemorrhoids, tuberculosis, indigestion, hypertension and diabetes.
Accommodation at the Hoodia Desert Lodge consists of 12 single or double luxury tented bungalows. They are all equipped with a private open-air en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, tea/coffee station, in-room safe, shaded porch and stargazing platform.
Meals are served on the terrace overlooking the endless vistas of the Namib Desert.
The lodge offers various optional activities, which are not included in our price.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
HOODIA DESERT LODGE
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Day 8: Sossusvlei
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An early rise is rewarded with the beauty of the sunrise over the dunes around the Sossusvlei.
The lodge offers optional guided tours to the Sossusvlei, or you can drive there with your own vehicle, making use of the 4x4 shuttle service for the last 5km through the thick dune sand.
Optional activities are offered by the lodge to fill the afternoon.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
HOODIA DESERT LODGE
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Day 9: Namib Desert – Kuiseb Canyon – Namib Naukluft Park - Swakopmund
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Proceed through the Kuiseb Canyon and the Namib Naukluft Park to Walvis Bay and Swakopmund.
A historic 1910 building was renovated and converted into the Hotel Eberwein retaining all of its original charm. The en-suite rooms are tastefully decorated and well equipped with TV, telephone, hair dryer, coffee machine, a mini bar and central heating.
Good restaurants are within walking distance of the hotel.
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HOTEL EBERWEIN |
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Day 10: Swakopmund
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Swakopmund is a charming town with many historic buildings and a strong German influence. Many different activities are offered in and around the town. Let us advise you of the different options.
Small coffee shops invite you to sample a good cup of coffee or tea and tasty cakes. Enjoy a visit to the museum and aquarium.
Bed/Breakfast
HOTEL EBERWEIN |
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Day 11: Swakopmund - Twyfelfontein - Damaraland
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An early start will take you along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean towards the holiday resort of Henties Bay. Continue through the Namib Desert past the Brandberg Mountain to Twyfelfontein (meaning doubtful fountain). Here you will find many rock engravings left by stone-age artists.
Nestled against a small hill overlooking ancient plains and the typical table top escarpment is Doro !Nawas. The unique lodge design allows for unspoilt panoramic views of this diverse and dramatic landscape that varies from table top mountains to dry river beds.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
DORO !NAWAS |
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Day 12: Twyfelfontein – Vingerklip
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Visit the rock engravings, the Burnt Mountain and the Petrified Forest before you proceed via Khorixas to Huab Lodge, Set spectacularly on the banks of the ephemeral Huab River in mountainous country where desert elephants roam freely.
Imaginative cuisine and South African wines are enjoyed at the family table together with caring hosts Jan & Suzi van de Reep.
The 8 spacious bungalows have a large private patio and are tastefully and practically furnished. There is no need to close the curtains, instead you can watch the stars and listen to the calls of several owl species and the barking geckos as you drift off to sleep. In the morning as you look out from the comfort of your bed you can enjoy the soft light as the sun catches the mountains and a new day begins.
Use of the swimming pool with its decorative island is recommended, and you can also enjoy a wallow in the thermal spring, which contains soothing and healing minerals.
Activities include expertly guided bush walks and scenic nature drives in open vehicles, excellent birding, cool pool, thermal spring and stargazing. Encounter kudus and majestic oryx, mountain zebras and klip springers and the desert adapted elephants, as well as many bird species.
Fully Inclusive
HUAB LODGE |
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Day 13: Vingerklip -Etosha National Park
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Activities include expertly guided bush walks and scenic nature drives in open vehicles, excellent birding, cool pool, thermal spring and stargazing. Encounter kudus and majestic oryx, mountain zebras and klip springers and the desert adapted elephants, as well as many bird species.
Fully Inclusive
HUAB LODGE
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Day 14: Etosha National Park
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Travel via Outjo to the western entrance to the Etosha National Park.
The meaning of the word "Vreugde" is joy or happiness and that is exactly what owners of the Vreugde Guestfarm strive to offer their guests.
Come and enjoy the peaceful tranquility as you relax in the beautiful garden, while your hosts pamper you and take care of your every need.Experience real Namibian style farming activities or take an exciting game drive with the owner on a nearby Game Ranch.We offer comfortable and rustic accommodation in 1 double room, 5 twin rooms and 1 family room, all en-suite with a shower.
Breakfast and Dinner are served in the main farm-house, but drinks can also be served either in our garden, under our grass-roofed "Lapa', around the fire, or even at our swimming pool. They are well known for our delicious Namibian farm cuisine.
Situated just 30 minutes drive from the Anderson Gate, into the Etosha National Park, makes "Vreugde" your perfect stop over.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
VREUGDE GUESTFARM |
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Day 15: Etosha National Park
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Game viewing in the Etosha National Park on well maintained and marked roads.
Located on the eastern boarder of the Etosha National Park, you will find the Mushara Lodge, ideally situated for travelers visiting the park. The thatched main lodge consists of a small library, a bar with an extensive wine cellar, airy lounge with welcoming fireplace for chilly winter evenings, dining area and well stocked curio shop. A feature of Mushara Lodge is the large, tiled, bright blue swimming pool.
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MUSHARA LODGE |
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Day 16: Etosha National Park - Waterberg
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Enjoy another day of game viewing in the park, which is one of the largest game parks in Africa, with 22 270km². The park owes its unique landscape to the Etosha Pan, a vast shallow depression of approximately 5 000km². A series of waterholes along the southern edge of the pan guarantees rewarding and often spectacular game viewing. Several of the 114 mammal species found in the park are rare and/or endangered, including the black rhino and black-faced impala. Over 340 bird species have been recorded in the park.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
MUSHARA LODGE |
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Day 17: Etosha National Park - Waterberg
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Drive through the Otavi Mountains to the northeastern side of the Waterberg Mountain to the Frans Indongo Lodge. The lodge is tastefully decorated with fabulous attention to details and offers 12 en-suite double rooms. Here you can relax, enjoy an excellent cuisine, have a sundowner drink at the lapa overlooking the peaceful and majestic landscape of thorn bush savanna contrasting vividly with the read sandstone of the Waterberg.
In the afternoon you can join an optional game drive on the farm.
Dinner/Bed/Breakfast
FRANS INDONGO LODGE |
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Day 18: Waterberg - Windhoek
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Return to Windhoek via Okahandja, where you will have enough time for a visit to the wood carvers market.
Bed/Breakfast
CASA BLANCA |
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Day 19: Windhoek - Departure
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Return of your rental car and transfer to the airport in time for your departure flight. |
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Rates:
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Per person sharing: N$ 20 200.00
Single supplement on request.
Car rental prices are listed separately.
Included are all accommodations, meals, activities and transfers as per itinerary.
We do not have fixed departure dates; therefore no reservations have been made. Bookings are flexible and subject to availability. This as well as unforeseen price increases and fluctuation of exchange rates might lead to price change.
For your trip we recommend the following cars:
01.11.2011 – 30.06.2012
Toyota Double Cab 4x4
19 Days = N$ 20 590.00
Zero Excess
Daihatsu Terios
19 Days = N$ 18 250.00
Zero Excess
01.07.2012 – 31.10.2012
Toyota Double Cab 4x4
19 Days = N$ 22 350.00
Zero Excess
Daihatsu Terios
19 Days = N$ 23 590.00
Zero Excess
Above rates are all subject to availability.
Terms and Conditions apply.

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Daihatsu Terios
Toyota Double Cab 4x4
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