10 Day Taste of Namibia
an explore safari (guided)
The 10 Day Taste of Namibia is one of our Explore Safaris. Our Explore Safaris are professionally
guided 4x4, mobile or overland safaris and tours with a special focus on the natural world.
Our 10 Day Taste of Namibia conveniently starts and ends in Windhoek, Namibia’s capital, and
explores the exclusive Ongava Game Reserve, Etosha National Park, Damaraland, Swakopmund
and the Namib Desert; the oldest desert on earth.
Activities include guided game drives in the Ongava Reserve and Etosha National Park, searching for
desert adapted wildlife in Damaraland and meeting traditional Himba people. In the Namib Desert you
will explore Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei, known for some of the biggest sand dunes in the world, the
ancient Sesriem Canyon and visit the coastal resort town of Swakopmund where you can relax, shop
or do a variety of optional activities; ocean cruises, a desert tour, skydiving or sandboarding to name
a few.
The tour includes the services of a professional Fly in Safari Company guide / driver, accommodation,
most meals, park fees and activities (as per itinerary).
Tour Details
Duration
10 Days (Windhoek, Ongava Private Game Reserve, Etosha National Park, Damaraland,
Swakopmund, Sossusvlei / Namib-Naukluft National Park, Windhoek)
Countries Visited
Namibia
Starting Point
Windhoek, Namibia
Finishing Point
Windhoek, Namibia
Highlights
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Windhoek
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Ongava Private Game Reserve
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Etosha National Park
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Damaraland
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Himba culture
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Swakopmund
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Namib Desert
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Namib Naukluft National Park
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Sossusvlei & Dead Vlei
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Sesriem Canyon
Activities Included
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Sunset open vehicle game drive in the Ongava Private Game Reserve
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Day game drive in Etosha National Park
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Visit Himba orphanage in Damaraland
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Damaraland scenic sundowner drive including snacks and drinks
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Guided game drive in Damaraland searching for desert adapted wildlife
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Swakopmund
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Scenic sundowner drive in the Namib (near Sossusvlei region)
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Sossusvlei & Deadvlei (Namib Naukluft National Park
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Sesriem Canyon
Accommodation
Hotel, Tented Camp, Guest House type accommodation with en suite facilities
Flights
No flights included
Group Size
Guided small group (Min 4, Max 12)
Meals included
Meals included (as per itinerary)
Transport
Safari truck, minibus or 4x4 (depending on group size)
Luggage
We recommend packing as light as possible. Soft sided bags or suitcases recommended.
Laundry
Laundry services available
Transfers
All road transfers included (excluding transfers for optional activities)
Departure Dates
All year
Trip Cost (Min 4 guests)
Per person sharing:
R 49,465.00 (Jan – June 2017)
Per person sharing:
R 53,220.00 (July – Dec 2017)
Tel.no: (+27) 56 811 5138 | Email: [email protected] | Web: www.flyinsafarico.com
19 Steytler Street, West End, Parys, 9585 (South Africa)
Registration No: 2010/009877/07
Kindly note: Prices are subject to change without prior notice due to supplier, government bed levy,
sales tax, VAT, fuel and any other unforeseen increases.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Windhoek, Namibia
Upon arrival in Windhoek you will be welcomed by your Fly in Safari Company guide and transferred
to your hotel located in Windhoek city. Have time to relax and settle in, or perhaps explore a bit of the
city. Later in the afternoon you will have a pre departure meeting with your guide.
Included: Transfers, dinner (as per itinerary)
Overnight: The Hilton Windhoek (or similar accommodation)
Day 2 Ongava Private Game Reserve, Namibia
Depart Windhoek after breakfast and head north towards the Ongava Private Game Reserve near the
Etosha National Park where you spend the night. In the late afternoon you will enjoy a guided open
vehicle game drive on the reserve with excellent chances of seeing big game including lion, leopard
and rhino to name a few. Return to the camp after sunset and have the evening free to relax around
the camp fire.
Included: All meals, Park & Conservation fees, activities (as per itinerary)
Overnight: Anderssons Camp (or similar accommodation)
Day 3 Ongava Game Reserve / Etosha National Park, Namibia
Rise early and enter the Etosha National Park. Explore the park with your guide. You will visit a
variety of waterholes and visit the Etosha Pan located in the middle of the park. The 16 000sq km
Etosha National Park is rated one of Africa’s top National Parks and teems with wildlife. Common
sightings include springbok, impala, wildebeast, giraffe, elephant and ostrich to name a few. From the
big game species you have excellent chances of seeing lion, leopard and black rhino. Return to camp
in the late afternoon and have the evening free to relax.
Included: All meals, Park & Conservation fees, activities (as per itinerary)
Overnight: Anderssons Camp (or similar accommodation)
Day 4 & 5 Damaraland / Kunene Region, Namibia
Depart after breakfast and head towards Damaraland where you will spend the next 2 nights. One of
the most spectacular regions in Namibia, Damaraland is characterised by contrasting landscapes,
desert adapted wildlife and vast open spaces. En route to the camp we visit a traditional Himba
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orphanage where you will have the opportunity to learn about one of Africa’s oldest tribes. The Himba
Village and orphanage supports Himba orphans and woman from all over Namibia. Reach the camp
in the late afternoon and enjoy a scenic drive en route to camp. Activities at the Damaraland camp
include; guided scenic drives and walks. On drives you will search for desert adapted wildlife like
elephants and rhino and also learn about the surrounding Etendeka Mountains shaped over millions
of years due to volcanic activity and erosion.
Included: All meals & beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic excl premium brands), activities (as per
itinerary)
Overnight: Etendeka Mountain Camp (or similar accommodation)
Day 6 & 7 Swakopmund , Namibia
Depart after breakfast and make our way towards the coastal resort town of Swakopmund. The drive
takes us through desert landscapes and part of the Skeleton Coast where you might spot a deserted
shipwreck or two. If lucky we might encounter desert adapted wildlife. We reach Swakopmund in the
afternoon where we spend 2 nights. With so many things on offer in Swakopmund time is spent at
own leisure with the option to relax or do some of the many optional activities on offer. Swakopmund
is an adventure centre with activities such as skydiving, sandboarding, quad biking, ocean cruises
and desert tours on offer. For those who doesn’t feel like activities there are many shops, museums,
cafes, markets and beaches to explore. (Lunch included day 6, day 7 own account)
Included: Breakfast, lunch on day 6 only, activities (as per itinerary)
Overnight: Swakopmund Guesthouse (or similar accommodation)
Day 8 & 9 Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Namibia
Depart Swakopmund after breakfast and head south through the Namib Desert towards Sossusvlei
with stops at scenic viewpoints. Spend 2 nights at a desert lodge in the Sossusvlei / Namib-Naukluft
National Park area. While in the region you will enjoy a scenic sundowner drive and a day excursion
to view the famous sand dunes at Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei, believed to be the biggest sand dunes in
the world. You will have the opportunity to climb some of the dunes if you are brave enough. We also
take a walk into the ancient Sesriem Canyon carved out by the Tsauchab River millions of years ago.
Included: All meals, Park & Conservation fees, activities (as per itinerary)
Overnight: Le Mirage Desert Lodge (or similar accommodation)
Day 10 Windhoek, Namibia
Depart the lodge after breakfast and head back to Windhoek. We reach Windhoek in the afternoon
where an unforgettable journey comes to an end.
Included: Breakfast, lunch (as per itinerary)
Tel.no: (+27) 56 811 5138 | Email: [email protected] | Web: www.flyinsafarico.com
19 Steytler Street, West End, Parys, 9585 (South Africa)
Registration No: 2010/009877/07
Overnight: The Fly in Safari Company can book post accommodation
Safari Inclusions
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9 Nights en suite hotel, tented camp and guest house or accommodation
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Fly in Safari Company special gift / welcome pack
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Professional Fly in Safari Company guide / driver for duration of tour
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Meals as per itinerary
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Transport in custom safari truck, 4x4 or minibus
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Ongava Private Game Reserve guided sunset game drive
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Etosha National Park guided day game drive
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Visit Himba orphanage
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Scenic drive in Damaraland including snacks & drinks
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Guided Damaraland game drive in search of desert adapted wildlife
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Swakopmund
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Scenic sundowner drive in the Namib Desert
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Sossusvlei / Deadvlei, Namib Naukluft National Park
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Sesriem Canyon
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All transfer as per itinerary
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All Park & Conservation Fees
Safari Exclusions
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Flights
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Personal Insurance
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Visa costs
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Meals not specified
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Optional activities
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Items of a personal nature
Tel.no: (+27) 56 811 5138 | Email: [email protected] | Web: www.flyinsafarico.com
19 Steytler Street, West End, Parys, 9585 (South Africa)
Registration No: 2010/009877/07