With this 21-day round trip, you will get to know the wonderfully diverse cultures of Namibia. You will travel from Windhoek to the famous dunes of the Sossusvlei, and then towards the coast to Swakopmund, where German influence is still widely present. In Damaraland you will be able to see the century old San rock art art at Twyfelfontyn and have the opportunity to visit the Damara Living Museum. In Opuwo, in the far north, you will have a special meeting with the exceptional Himba tribe who are happy to introduce you to their traditional way of life. Your journey continues past the Epupa Falls to Oshakati, where you can learn more about the lifestyles of the Ovambo people and have the opportunity to visit an Oshona (African settlement) or Ovambo Kraal. After all this it’s time to meet the animals in the famous Etosha National Park and the bordering Onguma Private Game Reserve. You will end your trip in the amazing Okonjima Lodge, from where you can visit the Africat Foundation and see the cheetah’s in action
Please note: this itinerary is merely a suggestion tour. Naturally you can book this itinerary exactly as described, but it is also possible to adjust the routing, accommodations, duration and budget to your wishes. Africa Miracles is truly a specialist for custom made itineraries and we would be pleased to assist you with the preparation of your Africa journey. Let us know your wishes and ideas and we will put together a tailor made proposal for you, of course without any obligation.
Type of tour: Selfdrive
Duration: 21 days
Day of Departure: Daily, depending on availability
Price excluding flight
Starting from EUR 2.368 per person
| Day | Description | Location | Accomodation | Service |
| 1 | Flight to Windhoek | |||
| 2 | Arrival in Windhoek |
Windhoek | Olive Grove Guesthouse (Luxury room) | BB |
| 3 | Your rental car will be delivered at the guesthouse in the morning |
Sossusvlei | Sossusvlei Lodge | DBB |
| 4 | Other activities include quad-biking, sand boarding, sunset drives or a hot-air balloon flight over the Sossusvlei |
Sossusvlei | Sossusvlei Lodge | DBB |
| 5 | Drive from Sossusvlei to Swakopmund |
Swakopmund | The Stiltz | BB |
| 6 | Full day at leisure to relax at the coast, make a wonderful catamaran tour or discover the Skeleton Coast |
Swakopmund | The Stiltz | BB |
| 7 | Drive from Swakopmund to Damaraland. |
Damaraland | Grootberg Lodge | DBB |
| 8 | Visit the World Heritage Site Twyfelfontein, where you will find the largest collection of San rock paintings in Africa – or the Damara Living Museum |
Damaraland | Grootberg Lodge | DBB |
| 9 | Drive from Damaraland to Opuwo |
Opuwo | Opuwo Country Lodge | BB |
| 10 | Today you have the extraordinary opportunity to visit a Himba tribe. These proud nomadic people travel with their stock and are happy to show you their way of life |
Opuwo | Opuwo Country Lodge | BB |
| 11 | Drive from Opuwo to Epupa Falls. You can do a walking tour to the falls. The walk takes you past a quiet river where the Himba often wash their clothes and children play in the water. |
Epupa Falls | Epupa Falls Lodge | DBB |
| 12 | Long drive from Epupa Falls to Oshkati |
Oshakati | Oshakati Country Lodge | BB |
| 13 | Today you can visit a local ‘Kraal’ or ‘Oshona’(settlement) or enjoy a traditional dinner. |
Oshakati | Oshakati Country Lodge | BB |
| 14 | Drive from Oskakati to Etosha National Park |
Etosha National Park | Okaukuejo Camp (Waterhole Chalet) | DBB |
| 15 | Drive through Etosha to Onguma Private Game Reserve 2 game drives per day are included in your stay. |
Onguma Game Reserve | Onguma Tented Camp | LDBB |
| 16 | Enjoy a full day in Onguma. In addition to game drives you can also take part in a bush walk |
Onguma Game Reserve | Onguma Tented Camp | LDBB |
| 17 | Drive from Onguma to Okonjima |
Otjiwarongo | Okonjima Lodge (Main Camp) | BB |
| 18 | There are many thrilling activities at Okonjima to choose from, like cheetah tracking, a Bushman trail, night hides, and more |
Otjiwarongo | Okonjima Lodge (Main Camp) | BB |
| 19 | Drive back to Windhoek Airport where you can drop off the rental car. |
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| 20 | Arrival |
Price Information
The price below for the tour ‘Cultures of Namibia’ is based on an individual selfdrive tour for 2 people in double rooms. Prices include car hire with full insurance but are exclusive of your international flights.
Price until 30 June 2011: EUR 2.368 per person
Price from 1 July until 31 October 2011: EUR 2.472 per person
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International Flights
We can also assist you with your international return flights if you prefer to book the flights through us. Simply let us know your preferred departure airport and we will send you a separate quote for the flights.
Above mentioned rates are valid on condition of availability. Increased prices can occur around Christmas, long weekends and National Holidays
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