4 Day Etosha & Swakopmund Adventure Scheduled & Accommodated 2017

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1 P a g e 1 4 Day Etosha & Swakopmund Adventure Scheduled & Accommodated 2017 Etosha National Park - Etosha National Park - Swakopmund 4 Days / 3 Nights Reference: 4 Day Etosha & Swakopmund Adventure Scheduled & Accommodated 2017 Date of Issue: 30 November 2016 Click here to view your Digital Itinerary

2 P a g e 2 Overview Etosha National Park is renowned as one of the best game reserves in Africa, a haven for wildlife, and supports one of the most important ecological and wildlife systems on the continent. At 22,270 km2 this huge park hosts an impressive collection of game including the white rhino and endangered black rhino, lion, cheetah, leopard, elephant, giraffe and numerous species of antelope as well as an impressive 340 species of birds - enough to keep any nature and wildlife enthusiast happy. Also included in this fabulous short adventure is an overnight stop at Swakopmund, the adventure capital of Namibia and a visit to the RAMSAR Protected site of Walvis Bay Lagoon to see the flamingos in their thousands. Highlights: Etosha National Park- Game Drives to various waterholes, Okaukuejo, Halali; Swakopmund; Walvis Bay to see the flamingos in the Lagoon - a protected RAMSAR Site for birds Please note the itinerary above is a guideline only and whilst we try to adhere to it there may be circumstances when it may change for example weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours, etc. Overnight stops on occasion may be altered from those indicated above. Accommodation Destination Nights Halali Resort Etosha National Park 1 Taleni Etosha Village Etosha National Park 1 A la Mer Hotel Swakopmund 1 Key services for meals on trips B Breakfast L Lunch; D - Dinner Price (Price valid from 1 April March 2018) Per person sharing to Chameleon: N$7,500 Single supplement: N$1,200 Min: 1 person to confirm departure if more than 30 days before departure Max: 12 people NOTE: No Single Supplement will be charged to those clients that are willing to share with another single person of the same sex. Transport in Safari vehicle (no air-conditioning), services of an English speaking driver/guide; accommodation as indicated; meals as indicated; entry fees to Etosha National Park Excluded Pre and post safari accommodation; airport transfers; flights; visas; travel insurance; items of a personal nature; additional meals; snacks and drinks including bottled water; telephone calls and internet services; tips and gratuities; lost luggage; optional activities

3 P a g e 3 Day 1: Halali Resort, Etosha National Park Day Itinerary You will be collected from your guesthouse/hotel at 07h15 and brought to Chameleon Backpackers for the predeparture talk and to meet the rest of the group. After departure from Windhoek, we stop briefly at Otjiwarongo and enjoy a light lunch pack on the move before entering Etosha National Park through the Anderson Gate. We enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park visiting waterholes looking for predators as well as zebra, giraffe, elephant, rhino and many different species of antelope. We arrive at our lodge just before sunset and settle into our rooms, with en-suite bathroom and tea/coffee facilities. We highly recommend spending time at the floodlit waterhole while dinner is prepared by your guide over an open fire and an early night is recommended. (LD) The Etosha National Park is Namibia's premier game viewing experience, situated in the north of Namibia and in the heart of the park is Etosha Pan - a chalky, white depression covering an area of 5000sq kilometres. Vegetation ranges from dense bush to open plains attracting a diversity of wildlife including one of the largest growing populations of black rhino in the world. Look out for endangered species including cheetah and lesser-known black-faced impala, along with herds of elephants, lion, hyena and leopard. Antelope species range from kudu, oryx, wildebeest and springbok - in fact there's 114 species of mammals, along with around 340 species of birds. Dry season guarantees sightings at waterholes and the main rest camps have floodlit waterholes to ensure endless viewing. Within the park are several public rest camps catering for budget to mid-range level of accommodation. There are several smaller establishments on the outskirts of the park on private land offering a more intimate and comprehensive experience. All of these establishments offer excellent value for money. Overnight: Halali Resort Strategically located halfway between Okaukuejo and Namutoni inside Etosha National Park, Halali is situated at the base of a dolomite hill, amongst shady mopane trees and a Government run rest camp. A flood-lit waterhole is viewed from an elevated vantage point and during dry winter months provides exceptional wildlife viewing throughout the day and into the night and it's not unusual for elephant, rhino, hyena and various species of game to

4 P a g e 4 be seen. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, small shop, swimming pool, kiosk and camping facilities. Watch out for honey badgers around the rooms and campsite - it's a great location for them. Lunch & Dinner Day 2: Taleni Etosha Village, Etosha National Park Day Itinerary We start our first game drive at sunrise to catch the predators while they are still active, visiting many waterholes and return to Halali for breakfast. Our second game drive mid-morning takes us to the impressive Etosha Pan great white place where we can get out of the vehicle and experience this 4500km2 saline desert before continuing your game drive to look for the Big 4. We arrive back at Halali where your guide will prepare you a delicious lunch whilst having a dip in the pool or relax by the camp waterhole. After lunch you will have a chance to relax before our final game drive across the park towards Okaukuejo calling into some well-known waterholes and leave the park prior to sunset. Accommodation tonight is twin share permanent tents with en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner is prepared by your guide and another early night is recommended. (BLD) Etosha Pan Aeons ago, Etosha Pan was the bed of a vast lake; today what remains is a glittering, silvery-green salt pan that stretches across roughly 5000 square kilometres. Etosha is protected by the Etosha Pan National Park surrounded by savannah plains and woodlands supporting large herds of elephants. When dry, the pan sustains little life except for the algae that gives it its distinctive colour, and migratory birds that use it as a pit stop, but with heavy rain it becomes a shallow lake (east side) where flamingos breed, pelicans wade and feed, and a variety of mammal species come to quench their thirst, including predators such as hyena, lion, cheetah, and leopards along with rhinos, and antelopes. Overnight: Taleni Etosha Village View ibrochure Situated only 2km from the Andersson entrance gate to Etosha National Park, Etosha Village uniquely combines affordability with comfort, style and exquisite cuisine. 40 individual canvas suites are constructed on wooden decks

5 P a g e 5 and offer a fully air-conditioned bedroom with a unique semi-open en-suite bathroom. Two small children (under 12) can be accommodated with their parents on a convertible bunk berth. All units are also equipped for selfcaterers, complete with an open-air kitchenette, fridge, kettle and an outside seating area with barbeque. Facilities include a unique open-plan bar with big screen television, 2 sparkling pools plus a kiddie pool, a restaurant with as well as a fully stocked utility and curio shop. Explore Namibia s animal kingdom with guided excursions to Etosha National Park or use it as a base to self-drive. Wifi is available. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 3: A la Mer Hotel, Swakopmund & Coastal Strip Day Itinerary Enjoy an early morning breakfast and departure from our lodge is at 07h30, the route today take us into the dramatic and beautiful scenery of Damaraland, you have the chance to meet the wonderful Herero ladies who sell their handmade arts and crafts to support their rural families. A light roadside lunch is served en-route in the shadow of Namibia's tallest mountain, the Brandberg, and you can interact with some of the colourful local characters who live in this harsh environment. On the drive down the Skeleton Coast we explore the remains of a small shipwreck arriving in Swakopmund mid-afternoon giving us time to explore this quaint seaside town on foot. Our guide will be happy to recommend a good restaurant for the evening meal (own expense). Overnight accommodation is in twin share rooms with en-suite bathroom. (BL) Founded in 1892 as the main harbour for German South West Africa, Swakopmund is often described as being more German than Germany. Now a seaside resort, Swakopmund is the capital of the Skeleton Coast tourism area and has plenty to keep visitors happy. The quirky mix of German and Namibian influences, colonial-era buildings and the cool sea breeze make it very popular and has a wide range of accommodation establishments, banks, restaurants/cafes and shops. Along this stretch of coastline (Walvis Bay and Swakopmund) you can take part in a selection of activities sating the thirst of those seeking adrenaline adventures - sky diving, quad biking and sandboarding; or for the more leisurely a

6 P a g e 6 range of marine activities including kayaking and cruises. The coastal desert can also be explored with trips to Sandwich Harbour, or informative desert tours... There is a long list so just ask us! Walvis Bay is Namibia's major harbour town and the lagoon has prolific bird life including flamingos, pelicans as well as the breeding area for the endemic Damara tern - any bird enthusiast should make a stop here. Further north along this coastline - part of the Skeleton Coast, you'll find shipwrecks and the famous Cape Cross seal colony - one of the largest fur seal colonies in the area. Damaraland Huge, untamed and ruggedly beautiful Damaraland is an exceptionally scenic landscape of open plains and spectacular rock formations. Some regard the highlight of the region as Twyfelfontein - Namibia's first World Heritage Site and one of the largest collections of rock etchings in Africa. There are a number of sites worth exploring in the region and depending on how much time you have - Brandberg, Namibia's highest mountain, the Erongo Mountains with its granite formations and conservancy programmes, then Spitzkoppe offering incredible rock formations as well as rock paintings. Engage with local communities around the area including the Damara people and perhaps visit Damara Living Museum located close to Twyfelfontein Ultimately, this area is also home to free-roaming desert elephant, black rhino and desert-adapted lion (along with a number of other species including giraffe, mountain zebra etc), and some lodges offer superb activities enabling visitors to track these incredible animals Overnight: A la Mer Hotel Hotel Pension A La Mer offers you charming accommodation with en-suite bathrooms just metres from the beach and the heart of the old town. There are 23 simple, en-suite rooms, along with a bar, restaurant for breakfast and small curio shop. A warm and friendly atmosphere, 24 hour security and secured parking are all part of the service. Wifi is available. Twin/double/triple and family rooms are available. Breakfast & Lunch

7 P a g e 7 Day 4: Departure Day Itinerary Leisurely breakfast and the chance to join one of the many optional activities available here such as quad biking, sand boarding, dolphin cruise, scenic flight over the shipwrecks just to name a few. For those interested in birds your driver will be happy to take you to Walvis Bay to see the flamingos in the Walvis Bay lagoon, which is a protected RAMSAR Site for birds. We return to Windhoek in the afternoon with a light lunch served en-route, making a brief stop at the Okahandja Wood Carving Markets where you can haggle for locally produced goods from the carvers themselves. You will be dropped at your overnight accommodation. (BL) Breakfast & Lunch Consultant Notes Departs every Tuesday from Windhoek This tour can be combined with the 3 day Sossusvlei Express. NB: The accommodation provided is on a twin share basis in safari style permanent tents or twin rooms with ensuite facilities and self-catering facilities. The lodges used are located both inside and outside Etosha within 25km of the Anderson gate on the southern side of Etosha National Park. This safari does not visit Namutoni Camp due to distances involved. Accommodation provided is located outside the Etosha National Park. Participation: Sleeping bags or bath towels are not necessary, but please bring swim wear and pool towels, especially during the summer months. This safari is semi-participation and you will be asked to help with light kitchen duties. Travel: Namibia is an incredible country to visit but please remember that we are in Africa and that not all standards are the same as you would get in Europe or other first world countries. To the majority of our clients, that is part of the appeal of travelling to destinations such as ours. If you are not comfortable with new challenges then you may wish to consider other companies or destinations. Please also note that due to the location of destinations, long days are inevitable and you will travel on gravel roads and dust tends to get everywhere so it s worth ensuring you protect your equipment Visas: The onus is on the client to organize all visas required for clients prior to departure. Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months after your scheduled departure date country of travel. If this is not the case, there is a danger of being turned away by the Immigration Service on arrival at the airport assuming your airline has agreed to bring you and risk a fine in the first place. The Company cannot be held liable for any necessary visas or other travel documents not held by the clients. Please also note that if your passport requires a visa for the countries you visit and multiple entry if necessary, you will need to carry your passport with you during the trip Weather: Please note that in winter evenings and nights in particular can be very cold we recommend layered clothing day time temps can be 25 C so t-shirts and shorts is great for then but thermals are very useful for evenings/night. Summer temperatures can exceed 40 C but also bring our rainy season so a lightweight rain jacket is handy, as with most places layering is the most recommended way of clothing please ensure you pack your clothes in plastic bags and ensure cameras/electrical equipment is suitably protected Climate: The African sun is very strong. Please use a factor 30 sunscreen and wear a hat. You should drink at least 3 litres of water per day to avoid dehydration. It can also get very cold during winter months on this route

8 P a g e 8 Money: The Namibian dollar is tied permanently against the South African rand on a 1/1 basis so you are able to check the current exchange rate against your local currency but please note that Namibian dollars are not regarded as an international currency and cannot be purchased outside of the country, therefore if bringing money into the country then you ll receive SA rand. Both Namibian dollars and South African rand are legal currencies in Namibia. Generally, credit card facilities are accepted in the lodges and ATM s are available in towns, however, we recommend you carry some cash with you in case a machine is out of order. Travellers cheques can only be exchanged in major towns and it is often a time consuming and costly process so we do not recommend carrying them with you. We recommend you bring South African rand with you or exchange at the airports prior to landing in Windhoek to avoid any unnecessary delays upon arrival or needing to carry large sums of money and passports around the city. It is customary to tip in Namibia, usually, around 10% at restaurants. Your guide can be tipped at your discretion if you feel he/she has done a superb job we recommend N$40-50/person/day Safety: As with every destination safety tips needs to be adhered to; we strongly recommend you use a safe in a hotel/lodge or lock up your valuables when you are not in the room; when in a vehicle do not leave valuables on display but tucked away and out of sight. It is also better to have copies of passports, money; cards etc split between travellers so if anything unexpected happens and a bag is lost or stolen then other funds/cards are available, you may also wish to consider using a money belt/neck wallet. We suggest you leave valuable jewellery at home you won t need it while travelling. A padlock for your luggage is also recommended Insurance: It is essential that you purchase comprehensive personal travel insurance before you embark on your holiday, medical insurance is insufficient. Travel insurance is for your own protection and should include evacuation; we also recommend full cover for baggage loss etc and consider it to be an essential part of modern international travel. We recommend as an insurance option. If you have credit card insurance please contact your bank for these details prior to arriving in-country. If you are uncertain whether this is enough please contact us when you book to ensure you have adequate cover. Health: Namibia is a low risk malarial destination but we recommend that seek professional medical advice to enable you to make decisions on personal malaria protection. Note that Etosha is considered a malaria region (low risk) particularly during rainy season. No vaccinations are required by law for the countries being visited on this tour though we recommend you are current with TB, tetanus, polio etc. Water: All tap water in Namibia has been purified or comes directly from boreholes and is safe to drink. Tap water is generally safe to drink but bottled mineral water is easily available at shops and rest camps should you prefer to drink this, and is also provided at lodges. Electrical: Plugs are 220V and are 3 pin (round pin as opposed to square pin). Adaptors can be purchased in Windhoek; they are the same as South Africa if you are shopping in your home country or at airport. It is possible to re-charge batteries at lodges but clients must be responsible for security of their possessions and Chameleon cannot be held responsible for clients personal possessions. WiFi is available at most lodges though they may charge and only be in central areas, or be slow! Dietary: We can assist with booking of various dietary requirements or food allergies but we appreciate your details when you book with us (or with your agent) and we will advise the appropriate lodges. Please be aware that the choice and options may not be as great as your home country. Booking & payment: When you have decided on a trip a booking form will need to be completed, signed and returned to us and we will enquire regarding availability and advise you. Once we have taken deposit, a confirmation is sent to you, advising you of the services agreed and booked. Payment is due approximately 6 weeks (sometimes 8 weeks depending on the supplier) prior to departure. Exchange 4 free, bank transfers and MasterCard/Visa are all

9 P a g e 9 accepted forms of payment but please ensure there are sufficient funds and your bank is aware of the transaction about to take place (if you are paying via credit card), in this day and age many banks will withhold money as a safeguard against fraud and this delay can be critical particularly if you are booking at short notice. Please also allow for payment to process and if paying via bank transfer to include all bank fees, note we are unable to confirm bookings/trip until funds have cleared into our account, any delay may see a cancellation in your trip and booking released. Pre and Post Tour Accommodation: If you require accommodation before or after your tour we can arrange this for you Once you have booked your safari pre-departure information and a safari confirmation will be sent to you. The predeparture information will assist you with what to bring, weather conditions and most other common questions we get asked. -This safari is run by a local tour operator- If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us. Tel: Fax: info@chameleonholidays.com Web - Skype- chameleon.holidays