9-Nights Journeys: Wonders of Namibia - National Geographic Journeys

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Journeys: Wonders of NamibiaFrom flaming red sand dunes to arid woodlands that harbour some of the world's most majestic elephant herds, Namibia bursts with unique natural wonders. Set out on wildlife drives in the renowned Etosha National Park in search of lions, rhinos, giraffes, and the elusive leopard. Visit the Cheetah Conservation Fund to learn about efforts to protect these vulnerable cats, and delve into one of the continent’s most dramatic landscapes-the timeless Namib desert.
Highlights
Ride through Namib-Naukluft National Park, Enjoy a Sandwich Harbour and Skeleton Coast Excursion, Stroll through the township of Mondesa, Visit the Cheetah Conservation Fund
Accommodation
Hotels/lodges (9 nts)
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides and rangers.
Group Size Notes
Max 14, Avg 12
Meals Included
9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 7 dinners
What's Included
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Mondesa Township Walk, Swakopmund
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Cheetah Conservation Experience, Otjiwarongo
Your Discover Moment: Swakopmund. Arrival transfer. Sossusvlei desert excursion. Desert excursion with a local. Sandwich Harbour & Skeleton Coast Excursion. Full-day open-vehicle wildlife safari drive. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Featured Destinations
Sesriem
SesriemThe settlement that sits at the entrance of Namib-Naukluft National Park is a campsite favorite for those who wish to experience the beauty of the Namib Desert, the sunset over the Elim dunes, and the stars that fill up the desert night sky. Sesriem sits at the southern end of the Naukluft Mountains and only 4 kilometers away is the majestic Sesriem Canyon, naturally carved by the Tsauchab rivier. Early Afrikaans explorers tied six (ses) leather (riem) straps to descend/ascend buckets from the pools of the canyon to fetch water. |
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Etosha National Park
Etosha National ParkLocated about 250 mi/400 km north of Windhoek, Etosha Park is Namibia's best-known tourist attraction and one of the most interesting game reserves in the world because of its unusual terrain. Etosha is a combination of dried lake (salt pan) in the north and grasslands, dense brush and open plains in the south. Etosha means “great white place,” so named because 25% of the country is covered by a huge salt basin that was an inland lake 12 million years ago. The sun glints off the 6,500-sq-mi/16,835-sq-km salt pan—a dry, flat, shallow, silvery-white depression—providing an eerie backdrop for wild animals moving through the shimmering haze. Dust in the air adds to the mystery: Everything is slightly indistinct, and since mirages are common, we occasionally found ourselves questioning what we'd really seen. It's widely regarded to be a photographer's paradise, especially during the dry winter months, when wildlife congregates around the artificial waterholes that line the pan, allowing for excellent close-up sightings. Etosha is home to around 100 large mammal species, among them the elephant, giraffe, zebra, leopard, cheetah, lion, kudu, spotted hyena and black-backed jackal. It is the only reserve where you are likely to see the range-restricted black-faced impala (distinguished from the normal impala by the black blaze on its face) and is also an important stronghold for black rhino. A checklist of 340 bird species found in Etosha includes local specialties such as white-tailed shrike, and an impressive selection of raptors and ground birds such as bustards. The prime watering holes are on the southern side of the park, but they're only full after the rainy season (December-March). The Kuvelai River, which feeds Etosha, either floods or dries up completely, vanishing into the sand. The park is open year-round, but the best time to visit, for both climate and the best photos, is August and September. There are three camping/self-catering rest camps with facilities inside the park (Halali, Namutoni and Okaukuejo) and several private lodges just outside. Okaukuejo has a floodlit water hole for nocturnal viewing. |
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Swakopmund
SwakopmundSwakopmund is a city located in the western coast of Namibia. The town is the fourth largest in Nambia, with a population of 44,725 inhabitants. There are so many activities and tours available to those looking to visit the city, there are attractions ranging from skydiving, desert safari tours to sandboarding and even hot air balloon adventures. There are plenty of accommodations around town and you will find a wide range of restaurants serving one of a kind cuisine. |
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Windhoek
Windhoek
Windhoek, Namibia's capital, is located centrally in Namibia with a Bavarian atmosphere. Being in the highlands of Namibia at an elevation of 1660 meters, the city enjoys clean air and healthy climate. The city contains a diverse group of people from various African and European nations.
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