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The haunting landscapes of the Skeleton Coast and the giant dunes of Sossusvlei, the prolific wildlife of Etosha and the Zambezi Region; and the awe-inspiring Fish River Canyon. These are just some of the memories you will treasure on your Namibian holiday.

Namibia Holidays

Come, join us on a life changing holiday of a lifetime, where memories will live with you forever; from the world’s largest sand mass in the Kalahari Desert to the 2nd largest Canyon on earth.

Get drawn back in time by visiting the ghost town of Kolmanskuppe and let yourself be captivated by the surreal dunes at Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei.

Discover UNESCO and RAMSAR World Heritage sites and the ancient San and Damara cultures. Encounter the rich and divers Wildlife of the Etosha National Park.

“Namibia is truly a very special destination and should be on every travelers Bucket List!”

You’re in the hands of experienced experts; we specialise in bespoke tours to Southern Africa, and we’ve been around for over 20 years. We are born South Africans and know the areas intimately.

Our sole goal is to ensure your holiday is an unforgettable, seamless experience that meets your budget; leave the planning and coordinating to us.

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Namibia is home to the infamous Skeleton Coast, and it is here where we find the Namib Desert, the World’s oldest desert, and the surreal dunes of Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei. The eastern expanses are dominated by the red dune belts of the Kalahari Desert and to the south the Fish River Canyon, the 2nd largest Canyon on earth;

The central highlands are renowned for its free-roaming wildlife and the Etosha National Park. Kaokoland and Damaraland are where we find some of the most dramatic landscapes, the uniquely adapted desert animals and the proud Ovahimba people. And to top it off – the contrast of the lush forest vegetation of the Zambezi region, part of the KAZA Transfrontier National Park.

Like the diamonds mined here, Namibia is a true gemstone waiting to be discovered. This is a destination in a million!

Encounter abundant Wildlife and the “BIG5” over 4 National Parks; the rich and diverse Wildlife of the Etosha National Park; the rare and endangered species in remote Damara and Kaokoland concessions. and along the water rich river systems of the Zambezi Region and Okavango Delta; Travel into the Mahango Game Park, Namibia’s smallest, yet one of its most diverse wildlife havens. Predators include leopard, lion, hyena and wild dog. Further east you enter the Bwabwata Game Park, another of Namibia’s wilderness areas that is bordered only by natural river systems.

Experience the spectacular carnivore encounters at the AFRICAT Foundation, who are committed to researching and rehabilitating Namibia’s threatened wild cat populations

The wide range of national parks ensure an unforgettable wildlife experience throughout the year

Here are a few of the must-see wildlife options to tick off your Bucket list;
• Big Five – Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, Leopard plus other predators including Cheetah and Wild Dog (Etosha National Park; Zambezi Region; Mahango Game Park and the Okavango Delta)
• The largest fur seal colony in southern Africa at Cape Cross
• Join expert rangers in Damaraland tracking desert elephant or black rhino
• AFRICAT Foundation, researching and rehabilitating Namibia’s threatened wild cat populations

Experiences in Namibia;
• At least one safari must be on every visitor’s wish list!
• Explore the 2nd Largest Canyon in the world, the Fish River Canyon
• Sossusvlei, climb the highest sand dune in the world
• Visit the site of the 60-ton Hoba Meteorite near Grootfontein, globally the largest of its kind
• Experience the allure of the Namib Desert from a hot-air balloon
• Track Desert Elephant and the rare black rhino in Kaokoland
• From Sossusvlei visit Dead Vlei, a surreal white clay pan surrounded by monumental dunes and dotted with age-old Camelthorn trees
• Visit the Sesriem Canyon, an 18 million-year-old gorge eroded into the conglomerate floor
• A marine cruise on the calm waters of the Walvis Bay peninsula, where you will encounter cape fur seals, dolphins, leather back turtles and maybe even whales and orcas
• Visit the Cape Cross Seal Reserve, home to some 100 000 Cape Fur Seals
• Twyfelfontein, a World Heritage Site with over 2500 rock engravings and rock paintings covering the eroded surface of a pre-historic desert
• A visit to the Burnt Mountain and the Organ Pipes is particularly rewarding in the early morning or late afternoon hours
• Close to Twyfelfontein, you can also visit a traditional Damara village, the original inhabitants of the Damaraland. Furthermore, visit the Petrified Forest where pre-historic tree trunks jut out between patches of Welwitschia

Namibia is an all-year destination with over 300 days of sunshine.

• The wide range of national parks ensures an unforgettable wildlife experience throughout the year, the dry winter months of May through to September / October are generally better for game viewing
• In the wetter months of November through to April, calving season commences and birding as well as botanical experiences are spectacular
• Travelling in Namibia, if self-driving, is best enjoyed in a 4×2 (high vehicle clearance) or 4×4
• Try to limit daily travel to a maximum of 350km. This is sometimes unavoidable, but with the help of Cape Tours and its local partner, we manage this for our clients.
• Due to distances between towns, never allow your fuel tank to fall below half.
• Always ensure that you have plenty of water when out and about
• As the Namibia Dollar – N$ is linked to the South African Rand – ZAR (on a 1 for 1 basis), we recommend that you take ZAR. NB Please note that whilst the ZAR is legal tender in Namibia, the N$ is not legal tender and South Africa and you are only allowed to export N$500.00.
• Make sure you exchange excess N$ cash before you depart Namibia
• Credit cards are accepted at most supermarkets, restaurants and accommodation establishments in urban Namibia (Visa and Mastercard are most commonly accepted) but outlets in rural areas are more likely to only accept cash payment only, so plan accordingly
• Credit cards can NOT be used to buy petrol, so plan accordingly
• Credit Cards – please check with your provider to understand the cost implications of using your cards overseas
• Good travel insurance, to include medical cover, is highly recommended
• Adequate travel and medical insurance cover
• Mobile phone – where possible we recommend that you bring an old Pay As You Go mobile. On arrival in Namibia, purchase a Pay As You Go SIM card with airtime for use whilst on holiday (you will need to produce your itinerary as proof that you are a visitor)
• Should you prefer to take your contracted mobile phone, please ensure that your data roaming is turned-off and discuss costs with your provider. This will avoid tears at the end of your holiday!

What to Expect:

• The time difference is one hour from April to August and two hours for the rest of the year
• Health – Visitors need no special precautions for their stay, except anti-malarial treatments for those visiting the northern game reserves and tropical areas. It is however highly recommended that you discuss your travel plans with your local GP
• Namibia is generally a safe destination. Tourist venues and the country regions may be regarded as completely safe, while the normal precautions apply elsewhere
• Namibia’s climate is generally very dry and pleasant. The cold Benguela current keeps the coast cool, damp and free of rain for most of the year. Inland, all the rain falls in summer (November to April). January and February are hot, when daytime temperatures in the interior can exceed 40ºC (104ºF), but nights are usually cool. Winter nights can be cold, but days are generally warm and pleasant. The bottom line: Namibia is a year-round destination. Just pack accordingly.
• We provide you with a comprehensive planner on arrival in Namibia. The planner includes maps, directions, general information as well as a selection of discount vouchers
• We offer a 24/7 meet and greet service, which ensures your peace of mind from arrival to departure
• We offer a 24/7 emergency duty phone, which means that your immediate travel needs are taken care of quickly and efficiently

What to Bring;

• Valid passports with no less than six months validity and two blank pages
• Visas are not required for holders of UK passports. If travelling from anywhere other than the UK, please drop us an email
• If continuing your travel or starting your holiday in South Africa; Families travelling with children under the age of 18 or not with both parents are required to produce documentation on arrival. Please discuss with us.
• Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50hz. Outlets are of the round three-pin type. Adaptors for your electrical devises i.e. mobiles and cameras are necessary
• Valid drivers licence together with a valid DVLA Code (replaced the pink paper segment of UK licences)
• Sun hat, sun screen and good sun glasses
• A light fleece will suffice for most seasons. Avoid bulky coats
• Good trainers for walking and visit to game reserves will suffice
• Bring sufficient prescription medication as this may not be available in South Africa

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Preferred Namibia Accommodation

Vingerklip Lodge

LOCATION: between Outjo and Khorigas . Nestling in a timeless valley is Vingerklip Lodge, both stylish and friendly, offering warm
Gold

Ugab Terrace Lodge

LOCATION: Brandberg Mountain Indulge yourself in the breathtaking view at Ugab Terrace Lodge and the overwhelming experience of cooling down

Twyfelfontein Country Lodge

LOCATION: Huab Valley. Nestled along the mountainside, the lodge beautifully blends in with its surrounding environment

Toshari Lodge

LOCATION: Etosha National Park. Nestled on an outcrop of dolomite rocks, under a forest of Mopane and white Seringa trees,

The Zebra Kalahari Lodge

LOCATION: Kalahari. The Zebra Kalahari Lodge is one of Namibia’s best kept secrets

The Mushara Outpost

LOCATION: East Etosha. Accommodation is nestled amongst the trees of a dry river bed, also known as an omuramba

Onguma Game Reserve

LOCATION: East Etosha. Onguma Game Reserve consists of 34 000 hectares on the Eastern Border of the Etosha National Park

Ongava Game Reserve

LOCATION: South East Etohsa. Ongava Game Reserve provides visitors with the ultimate in luxury and comfortable accommodation
Platinum

Onduli Ridge

LOCATION: Doro Nawas Conservancy The camp is designed to maximise the views of this most extraordinary landscape and every space

Mowani Mountain Camp

LOCATION: Southern Damaraland. Mowani Mountain Camp is camouflaged among large, ochre boulders with its high elevation commanding distant views over
Silver

Mokuti Etosha Lodge

LOCATION: Etosha Gate Beautifully appointed on its own 4,000-hectare private nature reserve and sharing a common border with the legendary

Kalahari Red Dunes Lodge

LOCATION: Kalahari. The nature reserve and lodge is unique in that it consists of 2 very different types of deserts

Fish River Lodge

LOCATION: Fish River Canyon. Fish River Lodge is the only lodge perched directly on the rim of the Canyon

Etosha Village

LOCATION: Okaukuejo. Village is in the perfect place for small groups and young families who are looking to self-drive into
Silver

Etosha Safari Lodge

LOCATION: Anderson Gate Experience the mythology of the origin of Etosha’s chalky pan, the cycle of life under the stars
Gold

Etosha Oberland Lodge

LOCATION: Anderson Gate Relax with a good book or simply sit and enjoy your chalet’s private sundeck while birds chirp

Doro Nawas Camp

LOCATION: Twyfelfontein. Doro Nawas Camp offers unspoilt panoramic views south towards the red cliffs of Twyfelfontein, west across the grass

Damaraland Camp

LOCATION: Huab River Valley. Boasting panoramic vistas of stark plains, ancient valleys and the soaring inselberg of the Brandberg Mountains

Canyon Lodge

LOCATION: Fish River Canyon. Canyon Lodge is an ideal place from which to explore the Canyon and an hour’s drive

Camp Kipwe

LOCATION: Twyfelfontein Conservancy. The setting is one of intimacy and space