Self Drive Namibia - The Northern Route
Bringing together the highlights of Africa's largest coastal desert with its unending dune sea, wonderful game viewing and a true sense of wilderness, a Self Drive Namibia tour offers a dream destination for those looking to escape.
A good road infrastructure makes Namibia an ideal self-drive destination, and with Face Africa you can be sure that you will know the quickest and most scenic routes as well as those special hidden-away places that make your trip special and unique.
You will watch the sun create a golden-hued dawn over the massive dunes in Sossusvlei and retreat to the refreshing coolness of Swakopmund for a couple of days to enjoy the German colonial architecture, fine restaurants and activities on offer. A visit to Damaraland in search of the elusive desert elephants is followed by three days in Etosha - one of Southern Africa's premier Game parks.
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Suggested Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Windhoek
Arriving on the overnight flight from London, you will be met and transferred to your Guest House in Windhoek. Your vehicle will be delivered to you and you will be given a briefing on driving in Namibia (techniques, local customs etc) as well as the opportunity to ask questions on your itinerary.
Day 2-3: Sossusvlei
Drive south and west out into the wild expanses of the Namib-Naukluft National Park. The journey is scenic in the extreme and you will arrive at your lodge on the edge of the desert in the afternoon. An excursion to Sossusvlei is a must: surrounded by soaring sand dunes, your guide will explain the history of the geology of the area as well as the Bushmen and Nama people who used to inhabit it. Climb a dune for an awesome view, before returning to the lodge to cool off in the pool.
Days 4-6: Swakopmund
The drive takes you north and west through the heart of the Namib-Naukluft to the Atlantic Coast at Walvis Bay. Stop to check out the incredible birdlife in the lagoon before heading north to the pleasant colonial town of Swakopmund. You have a couple of days here to take advantage of the many activities on offer - from dolphin boat trips to sand-boarding and skydiving. There are many wonderful seafood restaurants, and don't miss the half-day tour to the local township for a great insight into life in present day Namibia.
Additional Information
| Tailormake This Tour: |
| This Self Drive Namibia Tour is tailormade and runs on request throughout the year. We are able to tailormake this tour to suit your group, departure date and budget. |
| Group Size: |
| As required |
| Accommodation: |
| Guest Farms, B&Bs & Game Lodges |
| Transport: |
| 4x4 Toyota Hilux Single Cab NB Other vehicles available on request |
| Tour Cost: |
| From GB£1,495pp (based on 2 sharing) Cost will depend on season and lodges used. |
| Includes: |
| Hire car, all accommodation and meals as per itinerary, game-drives as per itinerary, tailor-made itinerary service, meet-and-greet in Windhoek, Comprehensive Trip Info Folder |
| Excludes: |
| International flights to Windhoek, Visas, Optional Extra activities, Fuel, Travel Insurance, Personal expenses |
| Extra Information: |
| This itinerary is an example of what other clients have enjoyed in the past. It can be tailor-made as you desire. Click here to see all of our Self Drive Namibia itineraries. |
| How This Tour Benefits The Local Community: |
| We will put you in touch with two community Projects en route (see above) where you can make a direct donation to the project as well as the chance to visit and see the project for yourselves. In addition, where possible we use locally-owned lodges - ensuring your presence is injecting money into the local economy. |
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- 14 days
- From £1,495 per person (based on 2 sharing)
Highlights
- Sossusvlei and the Namib Dune Sea
- Excellent photographic opportunities
- Excursions in Swakopmund
- Tracking desert elephants in Damaraland
- Game viewing in Etosha National Park
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