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 UNIQUE Travel is a full-service tour operator committed to offering you the professional and personal attention you deserve. Service and satisfaction are key elements we offer in ensuring that your journey to Southern Africa remains a treasured memory for many more years to come. We specialize in self-drive tours, private guided tours, individually designed travel and scheduled tours in Namibia and Botswana including Victoria Falls. UNIQUE Travel is successfully run by the owner, Julia Araes, an energetic indigenous woman with over 10 years of experience in the tourism industry coupled with a great passion for travel.Namibia offers the traveller magnificent natural beauty and unrivalled cultural diversity. Each region is distinctly different and allow for a great number of varied experiences. From the worlds most photographed sand dunes to wilderness areas where the Big Five still roam supreme. It is a thrilling experience. If you plan to travel to Namibia on a self drive tour it is very important to be well aware of the large distances involved in traveling between the various regions of this country. The Etosha National Park is the size of Switzerland, and the low population density means that towns and villages are often great distances apart. Fly-In Safaris are highly recommended when travelling in Namibia. The North-West of Namibia, known as Kaokoland, is home to the nomadic Himba people. It is here you will find one of Namibia’s most challenging trail, Van Zyl’s Pass. The pass offers spectacular views of the Marienfluss valley. The north-eastern side of Namibia, known as the Kavango region, is almost subtropical in parts. It’s home to the largely unexplored Kaudom Nature Reserve, where you’ll find Namibia’s biggest free roaming herds of elephant, roan and sable antelope. In each area we suggest Namibia Country Lodges which are very well located and can be considered amongst the finest African Lodge accommodation in their class and area. At all of the Namibia Country Lodges various activities are conducted daily in open 4X4 vehicles by experienced resident rangers. In all cases meals are on a full board basis or half board basis. Unique Travel assists with all the surrounding aspects including itinerary planning, car rental, accommodation, guide etc. Suggested Itinerary: 15 Days: Best of Namibia Day 1: Kalahari Desert After arrival at the international airport meet and greet before we continue to the Kalahari Desert, where we check in at our lodge with more than 1000 animals of over 13 species. A late afternoon drive is scheduled to enable us to view the diverse animal and birdlife and at the same time the unique dune topography and vegetation. The drive will be concluded with a sundowner on the red Kalahari Sand Dune as we watch the sun sink away into the distant dunes. Sandune Lodge A/D/B&B Day 2: Kalahari Desert After breakfast a visit to the Bushmen village to learn more about the history and culture of the Bushmen. The afternoon at leisure; the night will be concluded with a night game drive. Sandune Lodge A/D/B&B Day 3: Kalahari Desert – Auob River We continue to a green oasis situated on the banks of the dry Auob river further south in the Kalahari. The red dunes of the Kalahari are in strong contrast to the white calcareous rocks of the valley formed by the Auob River. In an area of 8000 ha around the lodge, various antelope, giraffe, smaller mammals and many bird species can be seen. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the swimming pool or discover the surrounding area on foot or a sundowner drive. Auob Lodge D/B&B Day 4: Namib Desert We continue towards Maltahohe where we will stopover at the Oahera Art centre in Maltahöhe to gain an insight into the lifestyle of the Nama people. We will enjoy a brief tour of Maltahohe on a donkey-cart before we continue with our journey to one of the top destinations in the southern region, Sossusvlei, with its monumental dunes up to 325 m when measured from the base. After lunch and time at leisure we will enjoy an afternoon drive into the dunes experiencing the dramatic colors enhanced by the setting sun. Namib Desert Lodge A/D/B&B Day 5: Sossusvlei We will have an early morning departure with picnic breakfast to Sossusvlei before exploring the dunes and its surroundings. On our way back to we will stop over at the Sesriem Canyon where centuries of erosion have incised a narrow gorge about 1 km in length. At the foot of the gorge which plunges down 30-40 meters, are pools that become replenished after good rains. Our journey continues northwards to Solitaire. Solitaire Country Lodge A/D/B&B Day 6: Swakopmund Continue through the Kuiseb Canyon and across the Namib Desert to the Atlantic Coast. Along the way the ancient welwitchia mirabilis desert plant and moonlandscape may be visited. Villa Margherita B&B Day 7: Swakopmund The day is at optional activities in and around Swakopmund, ranging from a boat cruise and scenic flights to an action filled quad biking adventure, sand boarding and paragliding. Villa Margherita B&B Day 8: Damaraland The journey continues along the Atlantic Coast into Damaraland. En route the gigantic seal colony at Cape Cross may be visited. Twyfelfontein lodge lies directly at the historical site of Twyfelfontein and offers a magnificent view on the Aba-Huab River. Enjoy a late afternoon walk and experience concluded with a sundowner. Twyfelfontein Country Lodge A/D/B&B Day 9: Kaokoland Our journey continues towards the Kaokoland famous for its desert adapted elephants and himba tribe. The afternoon is at leisure before dinner. Opuwo Country Hotel D/B&B Day 10: Kaokoland A full day is set aside to explore this beautiful but remote area of northwest Namibia doing a roundabout day drive to the Epupa Falls. We will visit a himba village where you will learn more about one of the few Namibian tribes who have retained so much of their traditional culture. Opuwo Country Hotel A/D/B&B Day 11: Owambo Land We continue our journey east to the former Owambo land. The late afternoon we will be exploring the various markets in Oshakati before dinner and overnight. Oshakati Country Hotel A/D/B&B Day 12 / 13 Etosha National Park We depart for Etosha National Park, renowned for its diversity of wild life. We will ill spend two nights in search of the big game that this park is so well known for. As we drive across the grasslands we will see herds of springbok and wildebeest and encounter a variety of other wildlife. Stops will be made at several springs and as always at Etosha, photographic opportunities are excellent. Halali Resort A/D/B&B Day 14: Windhoek Today we head back to Windhoek where we will have time for some shopping or at leisure before dinner at the Joe’s beer house, the most famous beer house on the African continent or a restaurant of your choice. Casablanca Boutique Hotel A/B&B Day 15: Transfer to the Airport Enjoy a morning township tour, bustling with vivid social culture, Katutura is a unique experience that must simple be visited. Transfer to the airport after a light lunch at the craft centre. 4 Day: Sossusvlei Tour The Sossusvlei tour takes you to the famous Sossusvlei, a clay pan surrounded by some of the highest sand dunes in the world. Observe the flora and fauna that inhabits this region. Climbing one of the dunes affords the energetic traveller an unforgettable experience of endless vistas across a sea of apricot coloured sand. Take your time to explore the impressive sandstone gorges of the Sesriem Canyon, with its rock pools fed by the Tsauchab, the same river that feeds Sossusvlei during the rainy season. 1 night Lodge in Solitaire / 2 nights Lodge near Sossusvlei DB&B, Park Entrance Fees, Bottled water, English Guide Min 2: Max: 9 Pax Price per person sharing: N$ 7 230.65. Single supplement: N$ 723.00 Departures: Wednesdays and Sundays Southern Sweeper 15 Days: Guided or Self-Drive Price on request Day 1 / 2: Kalahari Desert The Guestfarm is an authentic working farm in the Kalahari Desert. In the very heart of nature, you will appreciate seemingly endless vistas over African grass savannah, rugged mountains and the stunning contrasts of the green Kalahari and the nearby rich red dunes. Moreover guests can learn more about the active cattle and sheep ranching enterprises and the holistic methodology employed so beneficially in this arid semi desert environment. The guestfarm is situated only 160 km (about 2 hours drive) south east of both the centre of Windhoek and the International Airport, and is reached by following a most scenic route passing within sight of both the Auas and Bismarck mountain ranges, through a savannah abounding with Camelthorn trees and with the opportunity of seeing wildlife in untrammeled surroundings. Day 3: Kalahari Desert – Auob River We continue to a green oasis situated on the banks of the dry Auob river further south in the Kalahari. The red dunes of the Kalahari are in strong contrast to the white calcareous rocks of the valley formed by the Auob River. In an area of 8000 ha around the lodge, various antelope, giraffe, smaller mammals and many bird species can be seen. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the swimming pool or discover the surrounding area on foot or a sundowner drive. Day 4 / 5: Quiver Tree Forest / Fish River Canyon We travel further south to picturesque Quiver Tree Forest for sightseeing and a picnic lunch. Onto the magnificent boulder-laden plains and hills east of the Fish River Canyon, second largest in the world. Spend two nights exploring the Fish River Canyon with its viewpoints high above the deep winding gorges. Day 6 / 7: Orange River We will continue further south towards the Orange River and check into a retreat framed by Namibia’s breathtaking natural landscapes. Not only will the landscape leave you breathless, but you may well come across the indigenous wild Namib horses that roam this untamed wilderness. Activities includes sunset trips in a floating bar on the Orange river, excursions to the local canyons, canoeing, bird watching, fishing, hiking and many more. Day 8/9: Aus / Luderitz We continue towards Aus. On through the barren expanse of the prohibited diamond area to Luderitz, first European settlement dating back to the mid-1800s, a base to visit colonies of aquatic birds in the dune-bordered lagoon and the Diaz Cross, which you explore in the afternoon. Day 10: Nubib Mountains The journey continue towards the Nubib Mountains with a visit at a brief stopover at Garub, a maintained water point where the legendary wild desert horses of the Sperrgebiet can be observed and photographed as they come to drink. Day 11/12: Sossusvlei We continue our journey towards one of the top destinations in the Southern region, Sossusvlei with its monumental dunes up to 325m when measured from the base. These star-shaped dunes are a sought after topic for artists and photographers. Day 13: Solitaire Our journey continue further north to Solitaire, the mystical little town is the ideal base from which to explore the Naukluft Mountain. Day 14: Windhoek We depart for Windhoek where you will have time for some shopping before an afternoon township tour concluded with dinner with a local family in the township or at a restaurant of your choice. Day 15: Transfer to the airport where your explorer ends. Contact us for a quote on a self-drive, guided or a group travel. |
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