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1 Etosha National Park - Etosha National Park - Windhoek - Sossusvlei 6 Days / 5 Nights 3 Persons Date of Issue: 12 January July July P a g e

2 Overview Accommodation Destination Nights Basis Namutoni Campsite Etosha National Park 1 SC Okaukuejo Campsite Etosha National Park 1 SC Windhoek Gardens Guest House Windhoek 1 B&B Sesriem Campsite Sossusvlei 2 SC Key RO: Room only SC: Self Catering HB: Half Board B&B: Bed and breakfast B, B&L: Bed, breakfast and lunch D, B&B: Dinner, bed and breakfast FB: Dinner, bed, breakfast and lunch FB+: Dinner, bed, breakfast, lunch and activities daily FI: Fully inclusive SELF DRIVE TOUR Price This is only a quote and if we should use alternative accommodation this quote may change NET rate per adult sharing (02 Guests): N$ NET rate per adult sharing (03 Guests): N$ Single Supplement: N$ PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR NET rate per adult sharing (02 Guests): N$ NET rate per adult sharing (03 Guests): N$ P a g e

3 Single Supplement: N$ Self Drive Meals and Accommodation 4x4 Double Cab Vehicle 1 or 2 Rooftops VAT + Tourism Levy. Excluded Self Drive Fuel National Park entrance fees, at time of going to print N$80.00 per person and N$10.00 per vehicle per day. Porterages and Gratuities Travel Insurance - Can be bought online via World Nomads - International Flights and Airport Taxes All items of a personal nature Visas please ensure all visas are obtained prior to arrival, Wild Dog Safaris will not be held responsible for arrangements of guest arriving without. Guided Tour Accommodation and meals as indicated in the routing/itinerary Transport will be in a 07 Seater Landcruiser or 14 Seater Dyna Truck on private guided tour super cover Fuel included in the Private guide portion Entrance fees to the National Park included on the Private guided option All activities and sightseeing as in above routing/itinerary mentioned on the Private Guided portion VAT + Tourism Levy Info Pack Excluded Guided Tour All beverages and alcoholic drinks Additional meals not indicated in routing Optional Excursions and Activities Porterage s and Gratuities All extra other Lodge Activities as in above routing/itinerary Travel Insurance International Flights and Airport Taxes All items of a personal nature such as laundry, phone calls Visas please ensure all visas are obtained prior to arrival, Wild Dog Safaris will not be held responsible for arrangements of guest arriving without 3 P a g e

4 Day 1: Namutoni Campsite, Etosha National Park (Sun, 9 July) P.O Box Etosha National Park The Etosha National Park is Namibia's premiere game viewing experience, situated in the northwest of Namibia and is an area well known for its wildlife. Vegetation ranges from dense bush to open plains attracting a diversity of wildlife. In the heart of the Park is The Etosha Pan - a shallow depression that covers an area of 5000sq kilometres. Dry and shimmering for most of the year, the pans fill up with water after good rains to a depth which is seldom deeper than 1m. In the dry season wildlife is attracted to perennial springs and waterholes that makes for excellent game viewing. Within the park are three large public rest camps catering for the more budget orientated traveller. 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: Namutoni Campsite Built into an old German Fort Namutoni Campsite has a unique atmosphere. Within the fort you will find ample facilities. From the walls of the fort you can enjoy an elevated view of the King Nehale Waterhole allowing for great game viewing without leaving the camp. The walls of the fort are also and excellent spot for sundowners. There is hardly a better way to end a day in the bush and Namibia than to marvel at the colours of the setting sun. The Camp is situated in the eastern part of Etosha National Park and is accessible via the Von Lindequist Gate. Its close proximity to Fisher s Pan makes Namutoni a hotspot for birders. Two restaurants, a craft shop, a pool and a viewing deck overlooking King Nehale Waterhole make the fort a great place to relax at lunchtime or after evening game drives. The African Fusion restaurant will introduce you to local flavours, while The Steakhouse offers popular western dishes. A superette, curio shop and petrol station allow you to stock up on everything that is necessary and nice.the camping area has generously spaced sites with plug point and communal ablution facilities on either side of the campsite. 4 P a g e

5 Day 2: Okaukuejo Campsite, Etosha National Park (Mon, 10 July) Overnight: Okaukuejo Campsite Okaukuejo is located 17 km from the southern entrance of the park, Anderson Gate. Okaukuejo is the oldest tourist camp in Etosha and it also functions as the administrative centre of the park. Okaukuejo is also home to the Etosha Ecological Institute. It is situated at the western end of the Etosha Pan. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, shop, swimming pool, kiosk and camp sites. The main attraction of this camp is that it overlooks a permanent waterhole which is floodlit at night. Here a wide diversity of wildlife congregate and interact from lion to rhino to elephant and antelope. The spectacle starts at dawn, with animals coming in large numbers to quench their thirst. The activity continues throughout the day until late at night. In the early evenings, it is not uncommon to have black rhino, elephant and lion all drinking at the same time. Day 3: Windhoek Gardens Guest House, Windhoek (Tue, 11 July) 5 P a g e

6 Windhoek Windhoek is Namibia s capital, home to an international airport and a plethora of restaurants, shops, entertainment venues and accommodation options. The city is clean, safe and well-organised, with a colonial legacy that is reflected in its many German eateries and shops, and the widespread use of the German language. Windhoek has an interesting mix of historical architecture and modern buildings, many of which are worth a look, including the Alte Feste (Old Fort), the 1896 Christuskirche (Christ Church), and the more contemporary Supreme Court. Overnight: Windhoek Gardens Guest House Windhoek Gardens Guesthouse is located 5 minutes away from the centre of Windhoek, making it a perfect mix of convenience and practicality. Windhoek Gardens Guesthouse boasts 28 uniquely Namibian themed rooms, each with high speed internet and an ample workstation. All rooms are twin bedded and have en-suite bathrooms. The gorgeously furnished modern fitted rooms combined with a restful and rustic setting offers you the perfect stop over in Windhoek. You can experience Etosha in the North to Solitaire in the South on premises. Bed & Breakfast Day 4: Sesriem Campsite, Sossusvlei (Wed, 12 July) Sossusvlei Sossusvlei is where you will find the iconic red sand dunes of the Namib. The clear blue skies contrast with the giant red sand dunes to make this one of the natural wonders of Africa and a photographer s heaven. Aside from the attractions at Sossusvlei - Dune 45, Hiddenvlei, Big Daddy and Deadvlei - other attractions in the area include the Sesriem Canyon and Namib-Naukluft National Park, where the mountains of the Namib meet its plains. 6 P a g e

7 Overnight: Sesriem Campsite Located perfectly at the entry to Sossusvlei inside the park gate is Sesriem Camping, just a short drive from Sesriem Canyon and right beside the gate into the desert It is perfect for campers who want to experience the beauty of the Namib Desert with the sun setting over the Elim dune then the stars emerging until they fill the sky above you and the clicking of the desert barking Geckos and distant howl of the Jackal. Sit by the fire and imagine what you will. 20 Camping Sites in the shades of ancient camel thorn trees the camp sites at Seriem are set on the deserts edge each with its own tree, inside the Namib Naukluft Park it is a unique place to enjoy the sounds of the desert night as the Geckos and insects sing you to sleep. Well-spaced camp sites with a Fire Place/Braai/BBQ water tap, animal proof rubbish bins and a low wall surrounding each site. Clean Ablutions offer showers and toilets. A swimming pool at the centre of the camp allows you to cool off and relax in the midday heat and the bar serves cold drinks. At the entrance there is a Fuel Station Day 5: Sesriem Campsite, Sossusvlei (Thu, 13 July) Day 6: Departure (Fri, 14 July) 7 P a g e