ADVENTURE TRAVEL NAMIBIA

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1 ADVENTURE TRAVEL NAMIBIA

2 A Land Rover is destined for adventure. Whether it s epic journeys across historic and iconic landscapes. Or little-known routes bristling with the most beautiful nature on the planet, the exhilaration of driving remains at the heart of the Land Rover Experience. That s why we created Adventure Travel, a series of thrilling self-drive holidays that offer you the opportunity to explore some of the world s most beautiful destinations from behind the wheel of the latest Land Rover. Giving you the chance to realise the full potential of our vehicles, as well as your own.

3 3 CONTENTS Experience adventure 4 Adventure highlights 6 Map of location 7 North tour itinerary 8 South tour itinerary 12 Your expert team 16 Experience more 18 FAQ s, Terms and conditions 20

4 YOUR AFRICAN ADVENTURE STARTS HERE Hidden away in an almost forgotten part of Africa, Namibia has managed to keep its secrets safe, until now. Vast and mysterious, it offers the best of a continent. Whether it s the oldest desert, the tallest sand dune or the largest population of cheetahs. It is a land filled with many wonders just waiting to be discovered. The Land Rover Namibia Adventure offers you the chance to be one of the first to explore this incredible country from behind the wheel of a Land Rover Discovery. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will be able to witness its many contrasting environments. From a scorched desert coastline shrouded in fog, to an infinite blanket of ephemeral sand dunes that constantly change with the winds. From a surfer s paradise with 20ft waves, to surreal, German themed colonial towns complete with Art Nouveau architecture and German street names. So join us for the ultimate African adventure, and see why the Discovery is the best way to appreciate this unique and remarkable country. Travelling; it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. IBN BATTUTA

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6 YOUR NAMIBIA ADVENTURE ITINERARIES WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO Starting in the Namibian capital of Windhoek, you can choose from two contrasting adventures. With each tour lasting 8 days, both are designed to take in the best the North and South has to offer. Lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, rhino and giraffe in their natural habitat. NAMIBIA NORTH TOUR COAST & ELEPHANTS The focus here is on Namibia s rich and impressive wildlife. With visits to both the spectacular Etosha National Park and vast Namib-Naukluft Park, there s a good chance you ll get to see Africa s big five (lions, elephants, Cape buffalo, leopards and rhinos), as well as a host of other captivating wildlife in their natural habitat. Of course, no trip to Africa would be complete without seeing the beautiful and majestic African elephant. A trek across the challenging sand passages will take you to one of the largest fur seal colonies in the world. It s also here that you ll be able to witness two of nature s greatest forces coming together, as the expanse of the Namib desert meets the might of the South Atlantic Ocean resulting in mystical fog banks that sweep over the coastline. NAMIBIA SOUTH TOUR DUNES & FLAMINGOES This tour combines the best of Namibia s wildlife along with its remarkable geological phenomena. With visits to the world s oldest desert, The Namib. One of the world s tallest sand dunes in Sossusvlei, and the world s largest desert, the Kalahari. This promises to be eye-opening tour of epic proportions. Then with stops at the Namib-Naukluft Park, Africa s largest wildlife park, and the Erongo mountains, guests will be able to see a stunning assortment of wild game as well as over 300 varieties of bird species. Highlights include the yellow-billed hornbill, the colourful lilac-breasted roller and the crimson boubou. A delight for any genuine ornithologist. A dedicated team of Land Rover hosts to help with any queries and questions. A different experience each day as you drive between locations. Stunning landscapes and geological phenomena. Visits to the oldest desert in the world, the Namib, as well as the largest, the Kalahari. German colonial architecture. A legacy of once being part of the German Empire. The stunning rust-red sand of Dune 45. One of the tallest sand dunes in the world.

7 DRIVING EXPERIENCE KEY WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA NAMIBIA - NORTH TOUR NORTH TOUR - COAST & ELEPHANTS North Tour Adventure level: South Tour Adventure level: Vehicle type: Land Rover Discovery Types of driving: Sand Gravel Road NAMIBIA SOUTH TOUR - DUNES & FLAMINGOES Accommodation style: Traditional African lodges No. of customer vehicles: 5 Max No. of Land Rover instructors: 2 Minimum driving age: 19 years old + 1 year full licence and International Driving Permit

8 NORTH TOUR COAST & ELEPHANTS ITINERARY

9 9 DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 Flying into Namibia s capital, Windhoek, you will be met by a local Land Rover representative. From here, you will be driven to the takeover point where you will have the opportunity to get acquainted with your very own Discovery. Each vehicle comes with premium air-conditioning, a refrigerator and charging facilities. After a quick tour briefing with our expert guide and world-class instructors, you will load up your Discovery, get behind the wheel and drive North to a traditional African Lodge, where your first night will be spent. Here you will have the opportunity to meet your fellow explorers over dinner. In the vast openness of Namibia, human contact will be otherwise scarce. After your meal, you can spend the evening watching wildlife come to drink at the nearby waterhole. After breakfast, you will head out into the dense bushland of the Etosha National Park to explore the wildlife. One of the greatest game reserves in the world, it offers a diverse collection of wildlife including several lion prides. After dinner, you can expect to encounter various game emerging from the darkness. Continuing your exploration through Etosha, you will spend the day in search of the park s younger residents in the western part of the reserve. It s here that several rare species such as black rhino and black-faced impala have established a nursery to raise their young.

10 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 After breakfast, you will drive through the challenging Khowarib Canyon on an offroad adventure that will take you along the scenic banks of the Hoanib River. Here you ll see first-hand why the Discovery is the ideal vehicle for this all-terrain escapade. Dinner and accommodation will also be situated on the banks of the river. You will continue your journey through the Palmwag nature reserve. The route leads through Namibia s spectacular open plains. You will watch the sun set at the Doro Nawas camp in the middle of Damaraland, overlooking the Etendeka mountains and the red sandstone cliffs of Twyfelfontein. Evening dinner will be served at another traditional African lodge where you can expect to be joined by a variety of wildlife passing through. A long and challenging day awaits as you drive through a series of stunning and Martian-like landscapes on your way to Swakopmund. Flanked by towering sand dunes, long beaches and a powerful South Atlantic surf, it is one of many towns featuring German colonial architecture: a legacy of a century of German occupation. Your overnight stay will be at a hotel in Swakopmund.

11 11 DAY 7 DAY 8 After breakfast, you ll set off for the Namib- Naukluft Park. The largest in Africa at 5 million hectares, you can expect another wildlife extravaganza of leopards, cheetahs, zebra, warthog, springbok and gemsbok. Most of the park is savanna and desert, giving you the opportunity to put the Discovery to the test with some exhilarating dune driving. Back in the capital city of Windhoek, you may discover that, having uncovered some of the country s many secrets, everything makes a little more sense. You will have experienced the contrast of landscapes, architectural styles, tribes, colours and languages that make Namibia completely unlike anywhere else on earth. Dinner and accommodation will be on the outskirts of Windhoek. A farewell party will allow you and your fellow explorers to look back on your special time in this amazing country.

12 SOUTH TOUR DUNES & FLAMINGOES ITINERARY

13 13 DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 Flying into Namibia s capital, Windhoek, you will be met by a local Land Rover representative. From here, you will be driven to the takeover point where you will have the opportunity to get acquainted with your Discovery. Each vehicle is equipped with premium air-conditioning, a refrigerator and charging facilities. After a quick tour briefing with our expert guide and world-class instructors, you will load up your Discovery and drive to your lodge for the first night. Here, over dinner and drinks, you will be able to meet your fellow explorers. Your paths won t cross with many others over the next few days. Following breakfast, you will head to the Erongo Mountains. It s a wild and extreme landscape that will allow you to fully explore the capabilities of the Discovery. Then you ll be off to Phillips Cave and Bull s Party to see the ancient cave paintings, as well as the bizarre and gravity-defying rock formations. After breakfast, a series of mammoth sand dunes will line your path as you head to the picturesque town of Swakopmund. A coastal settlement situated between the desert and the Atlantic Ocean that is filled with German colonial buildings. Your overnight stay will be at a hotel in Swakopmund.

14 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 Departing Swakopmund, you will make your way to the Namib-Naukluft Park. At 5 million hectares, it is the fourth largest park in the world, giving you the chance to see plenty of wildlife. Some of the highlights include leopards, cheetahs, zebra, warthog, springbok and gemsbok. There is also a considerable variety of rare and wild birds, attracted by the numerous fig trees that line the river. As most of the park is Savanna and desert, you will have the opportunity to put the Discovery to the test with some exhilarating dune driving. From here, you will drive on to a traditional African lodge for the night. An early morning excursion to Sossusvlei will allow you to scale one of the largest sand dunes in the world, the staggering Dune 45. Surrounded by the skeletal camel-thorn trees that are scattered around the pan, it is an eerily surreal scene that will make you question whether you re still on earth. A quick briefing will follow breakfast before you head to Mariental. A small town that serves the surrounding farms and Nama communities. The nearby Hardap Dam is the biggest reservoir in Namibia which attracts many species of birds, including great white pelicans, fish eagles, flamingoes, Goliath herons, ospreys, reed cormorants and many more.

15 15 DAY 7 DAY 8 Departing the Kalahari region, you will head back to Windhoek. A farewell party on your final evening will allow you to share your amazing experiences with your fellow guests as you reflect on your incredible adventure. Now that you are back in Windhoek, you will have the opportunity to explore this incredible city a little more with some lastminute shopping. A final farewell as you leave your African dream behind

16 MEET YOUR EXPERT TEAM Professional, dedicated and very, very experienced. That s why every member of the Land Rover team is a valued member of the Land Rover family. Not only do they know how to get the best out of our vehicles, they also know how to pass on the benefits of that knowledge in a clear and comprehensive way to get the best out of you too. Because when the going gets tough (and it will), there s nothing more reassuring than looking over to see a calm face who s seen it all before. At Land Rover, we know that when it comes to understanding world-class vehicles, you need experts who are in a class of their own.

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18 EXPERIENCE MORE

19 19 EXPERIENCE CENTRES MANUFACTURING TOURS ADVENTURE TRAVEL DRIVE THE WORLD China, Russia, the Middle East, South Africa, Europe, North America or the UK. Take your pick of the many Experience Centres across the globe and make your driving adventure a truly international affair. landrover.com/experience MAKING OF AN ICON See how our vehicles are made with a behind-the-scenes tour at one of our UK plants in either Liverpool or Solihull. Watch skilled craftsmen at work as our team of dedicated experts guide you through the manufacturing process. landrover.com/experiencetours A WORLD OF EXTRAORDINARY JOURNEYS Explore some of the world s best kept secrets in the heart of some of the most beautiful lands. Choose from destinations such as Utah or Sweden for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure holiday that will stay with you forever. For a list of the latest destinations, visit landrover.com/experienceadventuretravel

20 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Who operates the trips? The Land Rover Experience Adventure Travel programme is operated by Agentur für Promotion und Service GmbH (APS) / Land Rover Experience Germany, who are licensed and authorised by Jaguar Land Rover. When you make a booking you will enter into a contract with APS GmbH. Who does the driving? You do! There will be a Land Rover Experience instructor on hand to provide guidance and support, but these are self-drive itineraries, so you re behind the wheel in the latest Land Rover vehicles. I ve never driven a 4x4 vehicle before or driven off-road, can I still go on the trip? Absolutely. There will be a qualified Land Rover Experience instructor accompanying each trip who will provide expert guidance and reassurance, but each trip is designed for drivers of all abilities. What vehicle will I be driving? Guests will drive the Land Rover Discovery. Are the vehicles manual or automatic? All vehicles are equipped with automatic transmission. What are the driving licence and minimum age requirements? All driving guests must be at least 19 years old and have held a full valid driving licence for at least one year. An International Driving Permit is required. Do I need to purchase insurance to be able to participate? We recommend a comprehensive travel insurance. Do I need to have a certain level of physical fitness to take part? To participate in the Driving Experience you should ensure that you do not know of any circumstances which would disqualify you from driving such as chronic back problems (or similar conditions), mental conditions which might impair your ability to drive, eyesight which doesn t meet the standards for driving, pregnancy or heart problems. How many guests are in each vehicle? Prices are based on two people sharing a vehicle. On request, a 3rd and 4th person can be booked into the vehicle. If I am travelling by myself will I have my own vehicle? No - for safety reasons we do not allow anyone to travel alone in a vehicle. Solo travellers will be paired in the vehicle with another guest or if there is an odd number of guests, one of our instructors will accompany you in the vehicle. You will have your own room throughout the trip. Are children allowed on the trips? In general the trips are suitable for children over 14 years, but please contact APS for further details and to discuss your individual requirements. Can I book a whole trip for a private group? Yes, we will gladly facilitate a private tour for group bookings of 10 guests or more. The programme can be tailored and adapted to meet the needs of the group. Can I bring my own Land Rover on the Adventure? It is not possible to participate with your own vehicle due to insurance reasons. Do we travel in a convoy? Yes, we will generally travel in convoy using radio communication between vehicles. What is the maximum group size on each trip? To maintain a more intimate and exclusive experience, the maximum (& minimum) group size on each adventure will be 10 guests (two per vehicle). What is included in the price of the trip? General inclusions are as follows: driving activities, accommodation, breakfast, lunch & dinner, drinks with meals and airport transfers to/from Windhoek Airport (one fixed transfer arrangement for the whole group). Please refer to your individual tour itinerary for the exact inclusions. Please note that due to the level of driving involved, alcohol is only included with your dinner and will be limited. Soft drinks are included with all meals. What isn t included in the price of the trip? Flights, visa fees (if required), vaccinations, travel insurance, tips, all personal expenses (e.g. minibar in the hotel, spa treatments etc.) and any pre or post-trip arrangements that deviate from the tour itinerary. Is there a specific type of luggage I should bring? We do not make any specific recommendations with regards to the type of luggage - the vehicles can accommodate suitcases as well as travel bags. Which currency is used in Namibia? The local currency is Namibian Dollar (NAD). What is the dress code for evenings? Evening dress code is casual.

21 What language will the trips be delivered in? The instructors/hosts will communicate with the guests in English. Do I require a visa? Kindly contact your local consulate to check on your specific requirements. Should you require an invitation letter to receive your visa, please get in touch and we will provide you with this. We would like to extend our trip by a few days, can we do this? Absolutely. APS will be more than happy to help you plan and book extended arrangements before or after your trip. Please see contact details below. What happens if a trip does not reach its minimum numbers? Will it be cancelled? We endeavour not to cancel any of our departures, but in some cases, this may be inevitable. We reserve the right to cancel a trip if minimum operating numbers have not been reached 8 weeks before departure. Please refer to our terms and conditions for more information. We reserve the right to replace the itinerary and accommodation with similar alternatives. Whom can I contact if I require assistance with flight bookings or travel insurance? APS will gladly assist you with booking your flights and travel insurance. They can be contacted as follows: expeditions@landrover-experience.de Telephone: (09h00 17h00 (CET), Monday to Friday. Local operator charges may apply). Terms and conditions Please visit landrover.com Important note The images shown here are for illustration purposes only and should there be any ambiguity regarding the programme, the written itinerary will be taken as the more accurate interpretation of the trip. We reserve the right to alter the travel route and/or replace the tour operator with similar alternatives. Are the itineraries and accommodation confirmed? Your itinerary and accommodation are subject to change based on availability.

22 NAMIBIA PACKAGES AND PRICES NORTH TOUR COAST & ELEPHANTS 8-day tour with a focus on Namibia s rich wildlife. You will visit the Okonjima Nature Reserve and the Etosha National Park where you will see a host of animals in their natural habitat. Accommodation includes lodges, resorts and hotels. FROM 5,945 based on 2-sharing SOUTH TOUR DUNES & FLAMINGOES 8-day tour combining the best of Namibia s wildlife along with its remarkable geological phenomena. With visits to the Namib and the Kalahari Desert as well as the Namib-Naukluft Park. Accommodation includes lodges, resorts and hotels. FROM 5,945 based on 2-sharing Call (09h00 17h00 (CET), Monday to Friday. Local operator charges may apply). expeditions@landrover-experience.de landrover.com/experiencenamibia

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