Proposed Self-Drive Tour : 21 days / 20 nights

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1 Proposed Self-Drive Tour : 21 days / 20 nights Day 1: Arrival at the Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek. Collect your vehicle and drive to your hotel in Windhoek (approx. 42 km) At the reception all necessary vouchers for your tour through Namibia will be available. After checking in at your hotel, you can explore the city either on foot or by car. Admire the many colonial buildings dating back to the German occupation, e.g. the Tintenpalast (Ink Palace), which is the historic seat of the government, the whitewalled "Alte Feste" which was once a fort and now a museum, and the Christuskirche with its graceful spire, which provides the city with a striking landmark reflecting the history of the country. In addition, three German-style castles add a romantic touch to the city. Hotel Thule (or similar) Day 2: Your journey takes you in a southerly direction. Drive via Rehoboth, Rietoog and Büllsport to A Little Sossus Lodge (approx. 350 km). In the afternoon you can take part on a scenic-drive. A Little Sossus Lodge (or similar) Day 3: Take part in an excursion into the famous Sossusvlei, a huge clay pan, which is surrounded by the highest sand dunes in the world. You will have the opportunity to ascend one of these huge dunes, an effort well worth it. Enjoy your breakfast pack en route. Return to the lodge and proceed to your next destination, Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge (approx. 145 km north). (You can also take your car along and park it at Sesriem). Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge (or similar) Day 4: After breakfast depart to your next destination, the coastal town of Swakopmund. Your journey takes you via the Gaub and Kuiseb Passes, and further to Walvis Bay, which is the only deep-sea harbour in Namibia. Pay a visit to the lagoon, a bird paradise where thousands of Flamingos can be seen. Proceed to Swakopmund along the coast for approximately another 35 km. (approx. 350 km) Swakopmund, Namibia's seaside resort on the west coast, resembles a small Bavarian village nestling between the desert and the sea. The source of Swakopmund's

2 atmosphere is the graceful old buildings dating back to the turn of the century. The local jail, for example, resembles a country mansion. The railway station, a magnificently ornate building, was converted into a hotel. Eleven of these charming old buildings are national monuments. Other sightseeing options: Visit the museum, the Aquarium, the crystal gallery or visit the Karakul weaving Intermezzo Guest House Day 5: Enjoy this day at the coast. Intermezzo Guest House Optional: Dolphin Cruise: which starts from the Walvis Bay Yacht Club, takes you through the harbour and lagoon area. If in luck, Dolphins may be observed swimming alongside the boat. Seals and a myriad of sea birds can also be observed. On board the boat you will be treated to South African sparkling wine or soft drinks, fresh oysters and snacks. This activity should be booked in advance. Optional: Sailing excursion aboard a catamaran. Departure at 08h30 from the Walvis Bay Yacht Club. Set sail for Pelican Point, where a large Seal colony and playful Dolphins will entertain you. The trip is rounded off with fresh oysters, snacks and sparkling wine. The cruise last between 2 ½ - 3 hours. This activity should be booked in advance. Optional: Pick up at your hotel. Start of your half-day tour into the Namib Desert, the Moon Valley and the Welwitschia mirabilis plain. All above Optional -Prices on request Day 6: Today you drive on B2 via Usakos and Karibib here you turn to your right in the direction of Omaruru (C33), from there you continue on the C33 till Otjiwarongo, turn onto the B1 and drive in a northerly direction to Otavi. Turn left into the C39 direction Outjo and after some kilometers turn right into the D3031 and after another 10 km you reach the farm. The lodge offers guided walks, adventurous game drives and relaxation at the poolside. Gabus Game Ranch (or similar)

3 Day 7: Spend the day at leisure. Gabus Game Ranch (or similar) Day 8: Today you drive back to Otavi. On the B8 you drive via Kombat and Grootfontein to Rundu. Here you turn-off onto the C45 in the direction of Nkurunkuru and reach after approx. 16 km your lodge, which is situated on the banks of the Kavango River (approx. 370 km). The lodge offers boat trips, depending on the water level. Hakusembe River Lodge (or similar) Day 9: Return to the B8 and drive in an easterly direction for 170 km till you reach the turn-off to Shadikongoro, turn left and follow the road for 3,6 km at the T-junction turn left in direction Mbambi, after 400 m turn right and after another 2 km you will reach your lodge. The lodge lies 30 km west of Divundu.(approx. 190 km) There is a possibility to visit the Popa Falls (30 km) or go on a game drive in the Mahango Game Park (45km) or for a boat cruise. RiverDance Lodge (or similar) Day 10: Drive back to the B8 and continue in easterly direction through the Bwabwata National Park to Kongola. From here you drive in a southerly direction and reach after approx. 24 km your lodge which is situated on the banks of the Kwando River (approx. 255 km) The lodge offers boat trips on the Kwando and game drives in the Mamili or Mudumu Game reserves. Camp Kwando Day 11: Spend the day at leisure at the lodge Camp Kwando Day 12: You drive back to Kongola. From there turn into the B8 via Katima Mulilo to Ngoma- Bridge (border Namibia Botswana) and continue to Kasane (approx. 230 km) Your lodge lies at the banks of Chobe. At 15h00 starts the boat trip on the Chobe River. Chobe Safari Lodge/ Bridgetown Resort

4 Day 13 & 14: Spend the days in Chobe Safari Lodge. Each morning game-drive in Chobe National Park and in the afternoon boat trips on Chobe River. On day 14 instead of a game drive and boat trip you can do a day excursion to the Victoria Falls. (Departure in the mornings at 08h00 and arrival back at the lodge about 17h00, no lunch is included and also not the Visa cost and entrance fees to the falls). Chobe Safari Lodge/ Bridgetown Resort Day 15: Drive on in southerly direction through Kasane Forest Reserve-Extension, Kazuma Forest Reserve and Sibuyu Forest Reserve to Nata. In Nata turn-off to your left into the road to Francistown and reach after a few kilometres to your left the Nata Lodge (approx. 335 km). In the afternoon take part in an excursion to the nearby pan area Nata Lodge Day 16: Drive on in westerly direction pass Gweta, the Makgadikgadi Pans Nationalpark and the Nxai Pan Park to Maun (approx. 305 km). Leave very early, as the arrival in Maun should be in the late morning. Boat transfer to the Lodge, which is situated near the most southern point of Chief s Island on the little island named Ntswi. Moremi Crossing Overnight / Full board incl. activities and drinks Day 17: This day is spent with game and bird watching either by Mokoro or on foot. Moremi Crossing Overnight / Full board incl. activities and drinks Day 18: In the morning return flight to Maun ( approx. 20 minutes) Rest of day at leisure. Maun Lodge Bed / breakfast Day 19: Leave early and continue your journey via Toteng and Ghanzi to the border post Mamuno/Buitepos (Botswana/Namibia) and after further approx. 25 km you reach the Guestfarm Zelda (approx. 530 km) Afternoon possibility for game-drive with Cheetah and Leopard feeding and a visit to the bushmen. Guestfarm Zelda

5 Day 20: From Zelda you travel via Gobabis and Witvlei back to Windhoek (approx. 320 km) Hotel Thule Day 21: Return your rental car. Transfer to the Hosea Kutako International Airport. End of the tour

Proposed Self-Drive Tour : 19 days / 18 nights

Proposed Self-Drive Tour : 19 days / 18 nights Day 1: Arrival at the Hosea Kutako International Airport. Collect your vehicle and drive to your hotel in Windhoek (approx.42 km). At the reception all necessary