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Dune Wonderland Bus Tour Version 1

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Dune WonderlandBus Tour - Namibia8 Days / 7 Nights

OVERVIEWRoute:Windhoek – Rehoboth – Mariental – Keetmanshoop –Seeheim – Helmeringhausen – Maltahöhe – Sesriem –Solitaire – Walvisbay – Swakopmund – Usakos – Karibib –Okahandja – Windhoek – Internationaler AirportHighlights of the tour:• Windhoek, the capital of Namibia• Kalahari Desert• Fish River Canyon• Dune Wonderland in Sossusvlei• Sesriem Canyon• Namib Desert• Colonial Architecture in Swakopmund7 nights in the following establishments:- 1 night at 4★ - Windhoek- 1 night at 3★ - Kalahari Desert- 1 night at 3★ - Fish River Canyon- 1 night at 3★ - Sossusvlei region- 1 night at 3★ - Namib Desert- 1 night at 3★ - Swakopmund- 1 night at 3★ - Okahandja region

DAY 1Destination: Windhoek……………………………………………………………………………Anku Arrival at the Windhoek International Airport.Transfer to Windhoek. In the afternoon sightseeingtour through the capital of Namibia.The city is considerably enhanced by stately historicbuildings in German architectural style of the turn ofthe century. You can visit the old buildings, whichlend a singular charm to the city, which include thehistoric seat of government also known as theTintenpalast, which means palace of ink in German.The Christuskirche, which is right next to theTintenpalast, with its graceful sphere provides the citywith a striking landmark. The white – walled AlteFeste, which was once a fort and now a museum,reflects the history of the country. Windhoek lies1650m above sea level. The population of Windhoekconsists of only 300 000 people which neverthelessmakes Windhoek the largest city in the country. Thebiggest part of Windhoek’s population stays inKatutura, the Bantu speaking – suburb of the city.Katutura is an Oshiwambo word meaning: “the placewhere we do not want to stay”. All along“Independence Avenue”, the former “Kaiserstrasse”(German for “emperor’s street”), one can see the old,colonial houses right next to the buildings of themodern, post – independence Namibia.

DAY 2Destination: Windhoek – Kalahari Desert……………………………………………………………………………Today we leave Windhoek behind and drive viaRehoboth into the outskirts of the Kalahari. Arrivalearly afternoon and you have the opportunity to booka ‘sundowner drive’ (additional cost).The Kalahari Desert forms a great part of theeastern side of Namibia. Because of its sandy groundit doesn’t allow enough water absorption into the soil.Due to the extremely high evaporation in this area, itis characterised as a Desert. In reality it is a livelywilderness and on the sparce grass plains you can seehuge herds of antelope and other animals grazing. DAY 3Destination: Kalahari – Fish River Canyon……………………………………………………………………………Early breakfast and departure via the Quiver TreeForest and Keetmanshoop to the Fishriver Canyon.About 14km north-west of Keetmanshoop on the farmGariganus is the Quiver Tree Forest, a dense standof quiver trees, some of which reach a height of 7m.Capital of the south and focal point of the scenic andhistoric attractions in the surroundings isKeetmanshoop. Founded in 1860 by the Rhenishmission Society and named after Johan Keetman, thetown still retains vestiges of its original Germanbuildings. The stone mission church, built in 1895, isnow a museum with displays depicting the region’scolourful past.

DAY 4Destination: Fish River - Namib……………………………………………………………………………After breakfast we drive to the Fish River Canyon.The Fish River Canyon is the second largest canyonin the world. Set in a harsh, stony plain scantilycovered with drought resistant succulents and thedistinctive quiver tree or kokerboom, the canyonrepresents a spectacular natural phenomenon whichtook hundreds of millions of years to evolve into itscurrent shape. While the full length of the canyon is161 km, the most spectacular section is the 56 kmlong stretch which lies between the northernmost andsouthernmost viewpoints. Baboons, rock dassie’s,ground squirrel’s and klipspringer are commonlysighted in the canyon.After this visit we depart via Bethanie andHelmeringhausen to the Lodge.

DAY 5Destination: Sossusvlei and Sesriem Canyon…………………………………………………………………………Early morning departure to Sossusvlei. You have theopportunity to climb one of the highest sand dunes inthe world.Sossusvlei:This is a dune wonderland, with towering dunes up to300m high surrounding a huge, dried-up pan. Dunesextend as far as the eye can see and their rich tintsvary from pale apricot to vivid reds and oranges.During a good rainy season the Tsauchab River flowsinto the pan which creates a heaven for water birds.Even during the dry season, oryx, springbok andostriches can be seen feeding off the sparsevegetation along the water course.Afterwards we drive to the Sesriem Canyon.At the entrance to Sossusvlei is Sesriem Canyon,where centuries of erosion have incised a narrowgorge about 1km in length. At the foot of the gorge,which plunges down for 30m to 40m, are deep poolsof water which become replenished after good rains.Sesriem derives its name from the time when earlypioneers tied six lenghts of rawhide thongs togetherto draw water from these pools.In the early afternoon we will arrive at the Lodge,here you can relax the rest of the day.

DAY 6Destination: Namib - Swakopmund……………………………………………………………………………Departure to Swakopmund. We drive through theNamib Desert until we reach the coastal town ofWalvis Bay. From here it takes us only appr. 40minutes to reach Swakopmund.The rest of the day is spent at leisure.Swakopmund is much loved by Namibians as awelcome respite from the inland heat. It is alsopopular amongst visitors because of its old-worldcharm and relaxed atmosphere. Founded in 1892during the period of German colonial rule, it served asthe territory’s main harbour for many years. Thedistinct German colonial character has been wellpreserved and today many of the old buildings serve auseful purpose.The Woermann House (1905) nowhouses an art gallery. The Woermann Tower wasused in earlier times to see if ships came into theharbour. Other old interesting buildings are: „Die AlteKaserne“, „Hohenzollern Haus“, and the RailwayStation Building.

DAY 7Destination: Swakopmund – Okahandja region……………………………………………………………………………After breakfast we will drive via Usakos and Karibib toour Lodge nearby Okahandja. In the afternoon youhave the opportunity to book (not included) a gamedrive on this private nature reserve. DAY 8Destination: Departure……………………………………………………………………………Transfer to the airport and flight back home.

Terms and ConditionsSERVICES INCLUDE:• 7 x breakfast• 6 x dinner (Swakopmund is excluded)• Transport in an airconditioned coach according to Namibian Standard• Local, english speaking driverguide• All entrance fees as per program• 4x4 transfer the last 5km into the dunes of Sossusvlei• Fuel• Porterage• 15 % VAT Tax• 2 % bed levySERVICES EXCLUDE:• All flights• Personal expenses e.g. souvenirs, telephone calls etc.• Visa expenses if needed• All beverages• All Lunches• All services not mentioned above

ABOUT USLeading The Way In Southern AfricaATC African Travel Concept, established in 1997, is a leading internationalinbound tour operator specialising in unique travel programs throughoutSouth Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Mozambique andZimbabwe.With offices in Cape Town, South Africa and Windhoek, Namibia, weprovide our Guests with the design and delivery of top quality servicethroughout Southern Africa.African Travel Concept’s strength and success is attributed to ourpassionate Team who go the extra mile to ensure the finest attention todetail.We invite our Guests to explore our beautiful destination by choosing self-drive packages, private guided programs, scheduled tours or unique tailor-made vacations and safaris. Our Team of experienced travel specialists andguides ensure our Guests travel with peace of mind. We offer 24/7 supportin various languages.We are proud to be the first ISO 9001:2008 Certified Tour Operator inSouthern Africa. ATC African Travel Concept (Pty) Ltd. 5th Floor Graphic Centre, 199 Loop Street, CAPE TOWN P.O. Box 15974, Vlaeberg, 8018, SOUTH AFRICA Tel: +27-21-426 0032 | Fax: +27-21-426 0034


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