Magical Namibia and Victoria Falls
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Magical Namibia and Victoria Falls
13 Days Starting in Windhoek and ending in Victoria Falls
Visiting: Namibia, Zimbabwe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IndTur792
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 22
Physical rating:
EASY
Trip Styles:
From:
$3149 (USD)Tour Overview
On an epic adventure in Namibia and Zimbabwe, witness the majestic Victoria Falls. Namibia is a timeless journey, a land of contrast and dramatic beauty. Commence your exploration in Windhoek, a modern city where the locals relax in public parks, tourists fill the shopping centers, and castles punctuate the skyline of high-rises. You will then initiate your journey to Etosha National Park, one of the worlds great wildlife-viewing venues. Next, travel to Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage site with extensive rock-art galleries where over 2,500 engravings have been discovered. Mingle with the local tribe with a visit to a Himba Village and orphanage. Swakopmund is set between the Atlantic Ocean and the Namib Desert with its German architecture and wonderful seaside promenades. Explore the other-worldly dunes of Sossusvlei that reach heights of 325m, part of one of the oldest and driest ecosystems on earth. Complete your African experience amid the awe-inspiring thunder and rush of the worlds great Victoria Falls.
Highlights
Itinerary
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Day 1: Windhoek (Arrival) (B/-/-)
On arrival, your guide will meet you and escort you to your tour bus to transfer you through Namibias capital in the Northern direction to Otjiwarongo. Named for the springs that emanate from its foothills, the Waterberg Plateau National Park is a fascinating geological site of compressed sandstone crags, ancient dinosaur footprints, and petrified sand dunes. The areas natural water sources make it far more fertile than its environment and the park is blessed with a plethora of plant and animal species, including leopards, rhinoceros, vultures, cheetahs, bush babies, ferns and fig trees.
Overnight in Windhoek
Day 2: Windhoek - Etosha National Park (B/-/-)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you depart for Etosha National Park this morning. Etosha is one of the most special national parks in Africa, and its distinguishing feature is the giant – 5,000 km² – salt flat known as Etosha Pan. It is so large that it can be seen from space. This gigantic area is the remains of a dried-out lake, and the white, seemingly endless salt flat is a fantastic, almost surreal sight. Despite the extreme conditions, the area is still home to a rich wildlife population, and the park is considered to be one of the very finest places in Africa for observing a variety of animals – particularly around the watering holes, which also attract plenty of migratory birds that come there to breed. In the late afternoon you will have a game drive with your knowledgeable guide.
Overnight in Etosha National Park area
Day 3: Etosha National Park (B/-/-)
Have a full day game drive in the Etosha National Park, which surrounds a parched salt desert known as the Etosha Pan. The park is home to 4 of the Big Five - elephant, lion, leopard and rhino. Game viewing in the park is largely focussed around the waterholes, some of which are spring fed and some supplied from a borehole, ideal places to sit and watch over 114 different game species, or for an avid birder, in excess of 340 bird species. Popular game species such as giraffe, blue wildebeest, plains and mountain zebra, hyena, lion, leopard, antelopes such as kudu, oryx, eland, as well as some of the endangered species such as Black rhino, cheetah and the black-faced impala are all found here.
Overnight in Etosha National Park area
Day 4: Etosha National Park - Twyfelfontein (B/-/-)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will set out on an adventure to the rock art of Damaraland. Twyfelfontein is a World Heritage Site boasting one of the richest rock art concentrations in Africa. Thousands of tourists come to this site each year to view some 2, 500 Stone Age rock engravings. Then you will have a visit to a traditional Himba village. This is also the first registered Orphan Trust Fund in Namibia. The money received for tours to the Himba Village goes into a Trust which is mainly used for food and other necessities. The Omapahe Himba tries to give the local tribe a chance to survive in the western world and tries to depict the proudness of the people, Himba lifestyle, tradition and culture and strives to ensure that future generations will live and thrive at Omapahe and that the project can continue to grow.
Overnight in Twyfelfontein
Day 5: Twyfelfontein - Swakopmund (B/-/-)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you travel to Swakopmund via Uis. Reaching the coastal harbour town of Henties Bay, you can stop at the ocean and take a deep breath of fresh ocean air before continuing along scenic road along the Atlantic Ocean to reach Swakopmund. After check in, you have free time to explore Swakopmund as you please.
Overnight in Swakopmund
Day 6: Swakopmund (B/-/-)
Today you will have a tour of Swakopmund Town with your guide in a coach bus. This tour takes you to Walvis Bay, where you board a cruise from the harbour through to the Bird Island, and then cut across the lagoon to moored Russian trawlers where inquisitive seals will swim up to the boats for something to eat. From there, head for Pelican Point where entertainment is provided by a large seal colony and schools of dolphins swimming alongside the boats. Dolphins that can be sighted are the Heaviside and Bottlenose. The rest of the afternoon will be yours to enjoy at leisure.
Overnight in Swakopmund
Day 7: Swakopmund - Sossuvlei (B/-/-)
Today you will depart for Sossusvlei via Walvis Bay. Your guide will stop at the lagoon for a chance to view the flamingos before continuing to the very hot Sossusvlei. Once you arrive at your accommodation clients can settle in and relax. You may explore the surroundings or spend the afternoon at the sparkling pool.
Overnight in Sossusvlei
Day 8: Sossuvlei (B/-/-)
An early morning will be rewarded with the awesome sight of seeing the colours of the dunes change from Brown to orange, ochre to apricot and all shades in-between. You will enter the Park at sunrise and make your way towards the 4x2 parking area where you will leave your vehicle and take the 4x4 shuttle into the vlei. Once arrived in Sossusvlei you can climb some of the highest dunes in the world, walk the 1.1 km to Deadvlei which allows for incredible photos. Return to the gate but first stop at the Sesriem Canyon which often in the rainy season is filled with water. Return to the lodge in the afternoon to relax and or enjoy a dip in the sparkling pool to cool off.
Overnight in Sossusvlei
Day 9: Sossuvlei - Windhoek (B/-/-)
Have breakfast this morning before your transfer to Windhoek. Windhoek, Namibias capital city, is described as a city with a ‘continental atmosphere and this can be ascribed to its architecture – historical buildings dating back to German colonial rule. Windhoek was initially known as Ai-gams a Nama word meaning ‘firewater, ‘steam or ‘smoke because of the areas plentiful hot springs. En route to your hotel you will have a panoramic city tour with a guide to introduce you to the capital city.
Overnight in Windhoek
Day 10: Windhoek - Victoria Falls (B/-/-)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you are transferred to the Hosea Kutako International Airport for your regional flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival you will be met by a representative and transferred to your accommodation. Enjoy the rest of the late afternoon at leisure.
Overnight in Victoria Falls
Day 11: Victoria Falls (B/-/-)
Today, after a filling breakfast, departy for a tour of the majestic Victoria Falls. See why it is one of the seven Nautral Wonders of the World from the Zimbabwean side with its numerous spectacular vantage points along the width of the Falls. Walk through the permanent, beautifully misty rain forest which flanks the Falls, stopping to marvel at the principal sites as it cascades to the depths below the Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Rainbow Falls, the Boiling Pot, Cataract Island and Livingstone Island.
Overnight in Victoria Falls
Day 12: Victoria Falls (B/-/-)
After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure in Vicotria Falls, or perhaps book an optional tour.
Overnight in Victoria Falls
Day 13: Victoria Falls (Departure) - Usa/Canada (B/-/-)
This morning, have breakfast at the hotel before your transfer from the hotel to the airport for your flight back home.
What's Included
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12 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
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Daily buffet breakfast
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Arrival and departure airport transfers
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All Transportation in deluxe AC vehicles
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4x4 shuttle service in Sossusvlei
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Cruise to Bird Island
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Services of local English-speaking guides
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All Sightseeing as per detailed itinerary
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All Entrance fees as per detailed itinerary
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Porterage at the Hotels (1 standard luggage piece per person)
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities
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Optional excursions
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Travel insurance
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Visa fees, if applicable
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Arrival and departure transfers for land only passengers
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Items not mentioned as included
Check out our Q&As
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Low Deposit
Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.