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Namibia’s coastal dunes developed as a result of this and were shifted further and further inland by the wind. Wind continuously reshapes the patterns of the huge dunes of the Namib desert. It timelessly forces the grains of sand on the flat windward slope upwards to the crest of the dune. Here they fall down in the wind shade. The leeward slope is therefore always considerably steeper than the windward side. Expirience the scenic beauty of the desert during the Namibia’s Desert & Coast Tour
HIGHLIGHTS:
Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Swakopmund –Windhoek
Spitzkoppe
Hohenzollernhaus Swakopmund
Sunset
Itinerary
7 Days – 6 Nights
HIGHLIGHTS:
Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Swakopmund –Windhoek
Day 1: Windhoek City
Arrive Windhoek International Airport, pick up your rental car and drive to Windhoek. Windhoek has a pleasant ambience of tranquility and leisure with its continental-style sidewalk cafes and beer gardens. The city is considerably enhanced by stately historic buildings in the German architectural style of the turn of the century. Old buildings which lend a singular charm to the city include the historic seat of government which is known as the “Tintenpalast” and the “Christuskirche” with its graceful spire. The white-walled “Alte Feste” which was once a fort and now a museum reflects the history of the country. (BB Windhoek) approx. 40 km
Day 2: Travel to Sossussvlei
Travel from Windhoek via the scenic and steep Spreetshoogte Pass to your Lodge near Sossusvlei. This area offers fantastic photographic opportunities not only of the majestic and pristine dunes but also the unique animal and plant life. (BB Sossusvlei).approx. 340 km
Day 3: Sossusvlei & Sesriem Canyon
Today’s journey takes you to famous Sossusvlei with its star shaped dunes, some of which measures up to 325 metres. Visit Sesriem Canyon, the name derives from the time of the first settlers when six thongs made of ox leather (Afrikaans: riem) were required to pull up buckets of water from the pool in the gorge. The Tsauchab River has cut a 50m deep gorge into the schist layers of metamorphic rock. Optional guided nature drives in a comfortable all-terrain game viewing vehicles are offered. (BB Sossusvlei)
Day 4: Kuiseb Canyon & Swakopmund
Continue to Swakopmund, Highlights on the way are the Kuiseb Canyon and the lagoon at Walvis Bay. (BB Swakopmund) approx. 300 km
Day 5: Namib Desert
Enjoy a day trip into the Namib Desert. Visit the vast gravel plains of the Namib and Namibia’s most celebrated plant, the Welwitschia mirabilis and the “Moon Valley”, an unusual view overlooking the landscape formed by the valleys of the Swakop River. (BB Swakopmund)
Day 6: Return to Windhoek
Travel via Okahandja to Windhoek. Okahandja is the cultural centre of the Herero community of Namibia. The woodcarver’s market has a variety of interesting handmade objects to offer. The carvers mainly use the indigenous wood. (BB Windhoek) approx. 330 km
Day 7: Return flight home
Morning at leisure. In the afternoon drive to Windhoek Airport, drop off your rental car and depart. Approx. 40 km
Self-drive Tour in rented car: Prices per person, sharing (calculated for 2 persons travelling together)
departure daily, itinerary can be changed upon request
This tour can be adapted to suit customer needs & can also be booked as Guided Tour!
Further Tour information:
7 Days/ 6 Nights: Self-drive Tour in rented car:
departure daily, itinerary can be changed upon request
Self-drive Tours: (Prices are “Per person sharing”, based on 2 participants traveling together. Prices for more or fewer participants are available on request)
Included: Accommodation, breakfast, Car rental (Gr.B) Tourism Levy, VAT
Excluded: All Flight costs, all Entrance fees & meals other than those specified above, Park Entrance fees, all Gratuities, Medical Aid or Travel Insurance
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