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Explore Namibia with the locals

Multiple departures.


Day 1 Swakopmund - Wereldsend:
We pick you up either in Windhoek or Swakopmund (it is essential to have an early start as this is a long drive) and travel to Wereldsend, historic base camp of IRDNC (Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation) from where the now national community-based conservation program was piloted in the early 1980s. See the graveyard of bones, a reminder of the massive commercial poaching of the 70s and early 1980s that came close to wiping out the desert adapted elephant, black rhino and other megafauna. Hear how rural communities turned this situation
round. We camp at Wereldsend, which is not a camp site open to
anyone. This is an educational stop and serves to place the entire conservation of Kunene in context. Enjoy a short evening walk and a sundowner. Our friendly and professional back-up crew will set up camp and prepare a mouth watering dinner over an open fire to welcome you on your first night in the bush. Overnight: Camping at Wereldsend

Day 2 Damaraland:
We have an early start with Torra Conservancy game guards looking for
desert-adapted black rhino and other fascinating animals and plants. This might entail covering some of the terrain on foot; stout walking shoes are essential. Later we head north via the village of Sesfontein (which means six springs). The route takes us through typical basalt hills, a signature feature of Damaraland. We travel north via
Sesfontein and into the dry bed of the Hoanib River, a linear oasis with majestic Ana, Leadwood and Camelthorn trees marking its course. The
remainder of the day is spent exploring, searching for elephants, lions, giraffe, oryx and other wildlife which seasonally use this ephemeral river's resources. In the late afternoon we climb out of the river bed and make our camp at the foot of high hills providing us with a fantastic view across the Hoanib Valley. Overnight: Bush camping in the Hoanib

Day 3 Puros Conservancy:
Our morning will be spent searching for elephants, lions, giraffe, oryx and other wildlife which seasonally use this magnificent ephemeral river's resources. Then we head north, across magnificent landscape, towards the 3568 square kilometre Puros Conservancy. This vast area, with a population of less than 300 Himba and Herero herders, is one of the conservancies that own our company and we will be hosted here tonight.

Spend the evening around the campfire in the Puros Conservancy
Campsite, where elephants may stroll past your tent. This is a good
opportunity, if you are interested, to obtain insights into the real conservation problems and their local solutions. Overnight: Camping at Puros Community Camp Site

Day 4 Himba country:
We take a scenic drive up the Hoarusib River, cross the flank of the Etendeka Mountains and descend into the Khumib dry riverbed. Our route, through dramatic landscapes, passes small Himba settlements and we may see goats browsing with springbok nearby or a line of ostrich high-stepping past peacefully grazing cattle. Our destination for the next two nights is "Etambura Camp", Namibia's first Himba-owned camp, on a
hilltop with views that will take your breath away. Relax in comfortable accommodation units, each with an en suite bathroom and private deck area. Meet our conservancy hosts and spend an interesting evening at the fire talking to Himba game guards or conservancy staff. Overnight: Etambura Camp

Day 5 Himba Culture:
Today's emphasis is on the interesting and intricate culture of the local Himba people. A member of the conservancy will give us an insight into the collection of resin/myrrh. In the months of December to
April, Himba women harvest resin from commiphora wildii - the perfume plant or myrrh made famous by the Bible's three wise men. Hear how IRDNC, the local support NGO, has assisted conservancies to
earn a regular annual income by sustainably harvesting and marketing this valuable product to international cosmetic companies. Understand the challenges of living in an arid and harsh environment and see the fascinating adaptations that one needs to make to survive as an individual and society in such circumstances. Overnight: Etambura Camp

Day 6 Sesfontein:
After a hearty breakfast, we head south, traversing vast and silent plains.We once pause briefly in Puros, before following the course of the Gomatum River and cross the spectacular Giribis Plains with its mysterious Fairy Circles. We overnight at Sesfontein Conservancy's Ganamub Mountain Camp built on a hillside among granite boulders. Immerse yourself in the sounds, scents and flavours of an African night around a crackling campfire, knowing your presence is making conservation sustainable for the people and animals who share this vast region. Overnight: Ganamub Mountain Camp

Day 7 Skeleton Coast Park Cape Fur seal reserve:
After an early breakfast we travel via Sesfontein and past the game-rich
Palmwag Concession area. Our route then takes us through the Skeleton Coast Park and southwards to Swakopmund. This is a stark, but stunning, landscape conjuring up images of shipwrecks and drama. If time permits, we will visit the Cape Fur seal reserve at Cape Cross. We arrive late afternoon at Swakopmund where you will check-in to your accommodation.


RATES Minimum 4 people maximum 9
01 January 2012 to 31 December 2012

RATE PER PERSON SHARING: NAD = Namibian Dollar NAD24,900 approx USD 3,200
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT PER PERSON PER TOUR:NAD 2,685 approx USD 375

INCLUDED
Breakfasts, light lunches, snacks, dinners
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Pick-up Windhoek/Swakopmund and Drop-off Swakopmund

If less than four guests a surcharge will apply

16 - 22 January 2012
6 - 12 February 2012
2 - 8 April 2012
7 - 13 May 2012
15 - 21 June 2012
3 - 9 September 2012
23 - 29 November 2012
3 - 9 December 2012

WE HAVE 5 OTHER ITINERARIES TO CHOSE FROM - FROM 2 NIGHTS TO 9 NIGHTS. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DETAILS.

Duration: 6 nights

Max Group Size: 9

Accomodations: camping, lodges

Price: From $3,200 USD per person.