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WINGS
OVER NAMIBIA
Luxury Fly-In Wing Safari |
| LOCATION:
Namibia |
| DAYS:
8 Days in Africa |
| FITNESS
LEVEL: Easy-Moderate |
| HIGHLIGHTS:
Transfers to & from Airport Included * Internal
Airfare * Limited Group Size * Accommodation in the Best
Lodges & Camps Available * Most Meals Included * All
Entrance Fees Included * Minimum Age Requirement of 8
years * |
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"Rising
and falling like great waves on this sea of crystalline
sand. Gliding above, the striking dunes of the Skeleton
Coast would mystify and dazzle my senses. There is no
sense of scale, these mammoth mountains of sand would
roll and change with every gust of wind. At once I felt
so mighty, flying over this bewildering sight and yet
I felt so tiny, humble to Mother Nature at her most
wondrous." |
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Safari
Price | Contact Born Free |
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Air Travel: Born Free will be pleased to assist in securing the best air schedule and fares possible. If you are planning to use mileage rewards, upgrades or purchase online tickets Born Free will also be happy to coordinate your plans. NAMIBIA
Day
1-2 - ARRIVAL in WINDHOEK to SOSSUSVLEI
Depart Windhoek by air and travel to the Sossusvlei, one of
the most remarkable sites in the Namib-Naukluft Park and the Namib
Desert. Huge, towering dunes, said to be the highest in the world,
rise dramatically over 1000 feet above the surrounding plains at
Sossusvlei itself. The spectacle of changing colors and the lonely
Oryx silhouetted against red dunes is one which visitors and photographers
from around the world come to savour and capture on film. Your accommodations
are situated on a 7,000 hectare private property with wonderful
desert scenery. Each room is superbly appointed and offers comfort
and atmosphere. The ensuite bathrooms have panoramic views overlooking
the plains below and have hot and cold running water, showers and
flush toilets. Each of the guest rooms has a private plunge pool
offering guests a refreshing way to cool off in the heat of the
afternoon. Activities include early morning excursions in 4X4 vehicles
to the magnificent Sossusvlei dunes and the "vlei" itself at the
end of the Tsauchab River - a dry river bed that flows only in years
of exceptional rainfall. Afternoon activities are on the property,
taking in the desert scenery and its unique fauna and flora. On
the edge of the oldest desert in the world, this is not a game-rich
area. However, whatever game we see is interesting and dramatized
by contrast between the desert and animals like Springbok, Gemsbok
(Oryx) and Ostrich who manage to survive in these harsh conditions.
Sossusvlei Wilderness Camp (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day
3-4 - DAMARALAND
Depart by air this morning, flying over the Sossusvlei to the coast passing Walvis Bay, Swakopmund and on to Damaraland Camp. Located on the north bank of the Huab River Valley, 90 km inland from Torra Bay on the Skeleton Coast, this camp presents endless vistas across stark plains, ancient valleys and soaring peaks. The brooding mass of the Brandberg provides a focal point, almost 100 km to the south. Early morning mists, generated by the meeting of the icy Atlantic and the warm land mass along the Skeleton Coast, drift inland along the river line, providing sustenance to varied life-forms. Activities revolve around nature drives and walks into the Huab River system searching for the endangered desert Elephant, Black Rhinoceros, Oryx, Kudu, Springbok and other species that have come to terms with life in a desert environment. Even Lion and Cheetah move in and out of the area occasionally. Accommodation is in comfortable, walk-in tents each with ensuite facilities and a private veranda. The main living area combines the dining room, lounge, and pub under canvas, and an open camp fire is enjoyed during the evenings. A feature of the camp is a rock swimming pool.
Damaraland Camp (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day
5-6 - ETOSHA and ONGAVA RESERVE
After breakfast, depart by air to Ongava Lodge located on the
border of the premier wildlife park of Etosha. Etosha has great
concentrations of game, especially in the dry winter months, and
there are wonderful views out onto the salt-pans which dominate
the center of the park. Accommodations are in beautiful brick and
thatch chalets with all the comforts of home. Private bathrooms
feature bath and shower facilities with flush toilets. Activities
include morning and afternoon game drives, night drives and walks
as well as hides can be enjoyed. Tracking rhino on foot is a highlight.
Ongava Tented Camp (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
This safari is usually accommodated at Ongava Tented Camp; however,
it may stay at Ongava Lodge for certain departures.
Day
7 - WINDHOEK
This morning, after a lovely breakfast, return by air to Windhoek,
where the safari ends. Tonight you will stay at a local hotel for
overnight.
Local Hotel (Breakfast)
Day
8 - YOUR JOURNEY ONWARDS
Transfer to the Windhoek airport and begin your journey home.
How
about extending your stay in Africa with a breathtaking exotic retreat
to one of our Jewels Of The Indian Ocean? How about adding a Gorilla Trek through the Uganda rain forests to discover the wonders and brilliance of the
elusive mountain gorillas, up close and very personal? They are both perfect extensions to any safari!
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