Nomadic Namibia | 2024
Nomadic Namibia | 2024
$1305
Nomadic Namibia | 2024
7 Days Starting and ending in Windhoek, Namibia
Visiting: Windhoek, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AANNMA19
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Namibia with the "Nomadic Namibia | 2024" tour. This wildlife adventure begins in Windhoek, where you'll savor local cuisine at Joe's Beerhouse. Traverse the stunning landscapes to Sossusvlei, home to towering dunes and breathtaking desert vistas. In Swakopmund, enjoy thrilling activities like seal kayaking and sandboarding, or immerse yourself in local culture with a township tour. The tour continues to Etosha National Park, where you'll experience the vibrant wildlife on game drives and learn about the San Bushmen's desert lifestyle. Stay in comfortable lodges and guesthouses, with daily breakfasts and select meals included. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation, ensuring a memorable exploration of Namibia's natural wonders. Please note, international flights, travel insurance, and personal expenses are not included.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Windhoek
Location: Windhoek
Accommodation Name: Town Lodge, Windhoek (or similar)
Your trip starts in Namibia's capital, Windhoek. After meeting the group at the start hotel we’ll go out into town for our first dinner together at the legendary Joe's Beerhouse, sampling some of Namibia's cusine.
Day 2: Windhoek To Sossusvlei
Location: Sossusvlei
Accommodation Name: Weltevrede Guesthouse (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we'll hit the road together to admire the beautiful countryside. Namibia's main attractions are spaced far apart so expect some long drives with jaw-dropping views along the way. Beautiful desert scenery, as well as historical and cultural stops on the route - we promise the drives won't be a bore. Our first stop will be for lunch near the Nauklauft Mountain Range on a vineyard, in the middle of the desert. Wine tasting anyone? This evening, we arrive at our accommodation near one of Namibia's most iconic attractions: Sossusvlei, a huge salt and clay pan framed by enormous dunes (some of the highest in the world). We'll Check in to our lodge and then get ready for a morning’s exploration with a big ol’ buffet dinner.
Day 3: Sossusvlei To Swakopmund
Location: Swakopmund
Accommodation Name: Prost Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
We're up early today – let’s get exploring the desert before it’s too hot! We start out at the Namib-Naukluft National Park, keeping our eyes open for Oyrx and other desert-dwelling wildlife. Wandering along Big Daddy sand dune and down into Deadvlei, admiring the views, you’ll finally realise where your desktop background images come from. We'll hit the road again, admiring more scenery on our way to the coastal town of Swakopmund. After checking into our hotel take yourself for a sunset stroll and enjoy some of the local delicacies here.
Day 4: Swakopmund
Location: Swakopmund
Accommodation Name: Prost Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Swakopmund is our adventurer's paradise as we explore the ocean and the surrounding desert. Fancy a seal kayaking experience at Pelican point? You can catch glimpses of dolphins, whales, seals (of course) and other fascinating marine life. Then opt into hitting the Namib Desert for a spot of quad biking or sand boarding in the oldest dunes. If you'd prefer to keep things chilled then take a historic and cultural tour of Mondesa Township, meeting the locals and learning about the different ethnic groups followed by a home-made dinner in a traditional restaurant.
Day 5: Swakopmund To Etosha
Location: Etosha National Park
Accommodation Name: Ijaba Lodge (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we head back inland for our Namibian safari destination of choice – Etosha. Before we arrive, we’ll stop off in the Erongo Mountains to visit the San Bushmen of Omandumba. Here, we’ll learn some of their language and be wowed at their skills and crafts as they educate us on how to survive and thrive in harsh desert conditions. Then we're headed to our accommodation near Etosha (a pan so large it can be seen from space!). But it's the natural waterholes lining the edge that interests the wildlife, and that's why it interests us. Enjoy sundowners and an included dinner at the lodge while the excitement builds for tomorrow's game drive.
Day 6: Etosha
Location: Etosha National Park
Accommodation Name: Ijaba Lodge (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We're up early for our first Namibian game drive in Etosha! From big cats to desert-savvy antelope, the wildlife viewing experience here is like nowhere else on Earth. At midday we'll head back to the lodge for lunch and siesta by the pool. Tonight, on our last night together, we’ll treat ourselves to one last buffet dinner.
Day 7: Etosha To Windhoek
Location: Windhoek
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we drive back down to Windhoek to catch the afternoon flights back home, saying goodbye to new friends but cherishing our lifelong memories. Â Please Note: Do not book flights that depart before 14:30pm on the last day of the trip.
What's Included
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Accommodations
Stay in comfortable guesthouses and lodges, such as Klein Windhoek Guesthouse, Hammerstein Lodge, Prost Hotel, and Mondijla Lodge (or similar accommodations).
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Meals
Enjoy daily breakfasts and select lunches and dinners, including a traditional dinner in Swakopmund.
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Transportation
Travel comfortably throughout your journey, with transportation provided between tour locations.
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Activities
Experience a range of activities including exploring Sossusvlei, a Township Tour and Traditional Dinner in Swakopmund, seal kayaking at Pelican Point, quad biking or sand boarding in the Namib Desert, and game drives in Etosha National Park.
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Guided Tours
Benefit from the knowledge of local guides during your Township Tour in Swakopmund, visits to the San Bushmen in the Erongo Mountains, and throughout your game drives in Etosha National Park.
What's Not Included
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International Flights
Flights to and from Namibia are not included and must be arranged by travelers.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory but not included.
It is the traveler's responsibility to ensure they have adequate coverage. -
Visa Fees
Any applicable visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
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Personal Expenses
All personal expenses such as additional meals, beverages, and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are excluded.
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Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers are not included and are at the discretion of the traveler.
Dining Summary
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Dinner (D)
Included Experience
- Sossusvlei: Explore Sossusvlei, snap shots of Deadvlei and wander around Big Daddy sand dune
- Etosha National Park: Experience life in an African bushman village, as the local people give you a snapshot of their desert lifestyle.
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably throughout your journey, with transportation provided between tour locations.
Accommodation
Stay in comfortable guesthouses and lodges, such as Klein Windhoek Guesthouse, Hammerstein Lodge, Prost Hotel, and Mondijla Lodge (or similar accommodations).
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodations can I expect during the Nomadic Namibia tour?
During the Nomadic Namibia tour, you will stay in comfortable guesthouses and lodges, such as Klein Windhoek Guesthouse, Hammerstein Lodge, Prost Hotel, and Mondijla Lodge, or similar accommodations.
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Are meals included in the Nomadic Namibia tour?
Yes, the tour includes daily breakfasts and select lunches and dinners. You will also enjoy a traditional dinner in Swakopmund.
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What activities are included in the Nomadic Namibia tour?
The tour includes a range of activities such as exploring Sossusvlei, a Township Tour and Traditional Dinner in Swakopmund, seal kayaking at Pelican Point, quad biking or sand boarding in the Namib Desert, and game drives in Etosha National Park.
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Will there be guided tours during the Nomadic Namibia tour?
Yes, you will benefit from the knowledge of local guides during your Township Tour in Swakopmund, visits to the San Bushmen in the Erongo Mountains, and throughout your game drives in Etosha National Park.
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Is transportation provided during the Nomadic Namibia tour?
Yes, transportation is provided throughout your journey, ensuring comfortable travel between tour locations.
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What is the starting and ending point of the Nomadic Namibia tour?
The tour starts and ends in Windhoek, Namibia's capital.
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What should I know about the game drive in Etosha National Park?
The game drive in Etosha National Park offers a unique wildlife viewing experience, where you can see big cats and desert-savvy antelope. The drive is scheduled for early morning, and you will return to the lodge for lunch and a siesta by the pool.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
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