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Etosha & Damaraland,The Namib Desert
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Depart from the UK on an international flight to Namibia, connecting through Johannesburg in South Africa.
Wake up in the heart of Namibia ready for your holiday to truly start. You will enjoy a leisurely breakfast this morning before being transferred back to the airport for a short flight to the NamibRand.
You will be welcomed at the airstrip by your guide who will be with you for the next couple of days, showing you the sights and sounds of the wilderness in this part of Namibia. Notice how the views here are so different from Windhoek, making it feel like you are in a completely different country. The contrasting greens, oranges and golden hews, along with the brilliant blue sky is something that descriptions just don't do justice to.
As you arrive into the camp be prepared to be blown away by your new home away from home. The sophisticated design of the lodges here, along with their remote desert location and gorgeous panoramic views make for a totally surreal stay.
This morning you will have time for another game drive before you board your next charter flight, this time to Sossusvlei - in the heart of the Namib Desert. On your flight you will be able to see the epic dunes of Sossusvlei from above and believe us, they are even more impressive up close. Again your guide will be waiting to meet you at the airstrip and will take you to Little Kulala lodge.
The earthy green and grey tones of Little Kulala refelct life in the middle of the desert, so from the comfort of your luxurious bed, gaze out at the sky-line with the mountains in the distance and marvel at the beauty that surrounds you.
In the afternoon you will have time for an activity. We suggest horse riding for an adrenaline packed afternoon getting to grips with the vastness of the desert landscape.
This morning you will have time for one last activity in Sossusvlei after your night under the stars. Following this, you'll be transferred to the airstrip for your flight north to Twyfelfontein, where you will be spending your next two nights at the eco-friendly Mowani. Whilst eco-friendly might draw up visions of little tents in the middle of nowhere, fear not, this camp is every bit as luxurious as you would expect from an Original Travel choice. The unique setting amongst the boulders makes this a camp you won't forget, and don't even get us started on your rooms because no matter which you choose, you are guaranteed extraordinary views steeped with the history of the Damaraland.
This afternoon, if you can tear yourself away from the view, your guide will take you on a visit to Twyfelfontein. Here you'll discover ancient rock engravings and the natural creation of the Valley of the Organ Pipes, which are both located around a two hour from camp.
Once you have arrived back to camp and freshened up, make your way to the dining room for a delicious dinner and a few hours spent in the boma with a drink in hand. This is the perfect place to relive your day and hear some fascinating stories from your guide.
After a leisurely breakfast, you will be picked up from Sossusvlei airstrip and depart on a flight north west to the Skeleton Coast region of the country. You will fly to the Hoanib River Valley on the border of the Skeleton Coast National Park. This flight affords you magnificent views over the dry, rocky interior of Damaraland to start with, then of flat-topped mountains and vast gravel plains, and finally of the Hoanib River.
After a sumptuous lunch and that oh so important siesta, there are plenty of activities to choose from including game drives and nature walks. After that and a delicious dinner, turn in early tonight for tomorrow is a big day!
You're off to the coast today so enjoy a hearty breakfast to fuel you for your full day out exploring. You will drive via the Hoanib River, floodplain, dunes and oases to the rocky coastline. Here you'll enjoy a picnic lunch and visit the huge Cape Fur seal colony and infamous shipwrecks before either driving or flying back to camp.
The day is yours to relax in this dramatic landscape today. Stay in camp and taking a refreshing dip in the pool while admiring the views, or head out on a nature walk or game drive. If you fancy something a little different, try another day trip, this time visiting Klein Oase and Auses Spring - which offer fascinating respite from the dry surrounds of the desert.
Each of our trips is entirely tailor-made with originality, quality and cultural immersion in mind. Our team of destination specialists will craft itineraries based on your tastes, using their first-hand knowledge and the help of our in-country team of Concierges and guides. All trips are accompanied by a wide range of additional services, including a 24-hour helpline, the Original Travel app, fast-track airport services and much more.
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