NAMIBIAN EXTRAVANGANZA - (BUSHMAN OPTION)
18 DAYS

Day 1 OMATAKO BUSHMAN VILLAGE - We depart Chameleon Guesthouse at 07h30 and drive through to Otjiwarongo for fresh supplies. After a roadside lunch we arrive at our camp mid afternoon. This evening we join the bushman around the campfire for singing and dancing. Dinner is prepared by your guide with group assistance. Evening spent around the camp fire with the bushmen. (L,D)

Day 2 OKAVANGO DELTA- early morning bush walk with a San tracker after breakfast. We drive through Bushmanland and the regional capital of Tsumkwe. Roadside lunch in Botswana and we arrive at camp in the Western Delta late afternoon. Dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. Evening spent around the camp fire. (B,L,D)

Day 3 OKAVANGO DELTA - full day mokoro trip with poler on the Okavango Delta looking for hippos, crocodiles, and many species of birds. Dinner prepared by the guide with group assistance. Evening spent around the camp fire. (B,L,D)

Day 4 NGEPI CAMP - after breakfast we return to Namibia and game drive in Mahango Game Reserve, we have lunch on the floodplains of the Okavango River under the giant baobab trees. We set up camp on the banks of the Okavango River and have the afternoon to relax. Evening sunset cruise optional. Evening meal cooked by guide with group assistance. (B,L,D)

Day 5 ROY'S CAMP- Leisurely breakfast and we drive towards Rundu where we stop at the local market to meet some interesting characters. After a roadside lunch we also stop at the many craft markets along the road and learn a little about Kavango lifestyles. This evening we camp by a floodlit waterhole and have the chance to see game such as zebra and eland as they come to drink. Evening meal cooked by the guide with group assistance. (B,L,D)

Day 6 WINDHOEK - we drive south through Grootfontein and Otijiwarongo before returning to Windhoek via the Okahandja Craft Market for those last minute curios. Arrival at Chameleon Backpacker's Lodge in Windhoek approximately 4.00pm . Overnight @ Chameleon in a private room on a twin share basis. Evening meal at own expense. (B,L)

Day 7 QUIVER TREE FOREST - Departure from Chameleon Backpacker's Lodge, at 8.30am. We travel south passing through the "window to the south" and crossing the Tropic of Capricorn. We stop at Mariental for fresh supplies before having a roadside lunch. We arrive at Quiver Tree Forest late afternoon and pitch camp and have time to relax and explore the quiver tree forest and rock formations. Dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. Evening spent around camp fire. (B,L,D)

Day 8 KLEIN AUS VISTA - Depart camp early with a short stop in Keetmanshoop for fresh supplies. Arrive at Hobas mid morning, walk the rim of the canyon and visit the main viewpoints, we have lunch at the canyon rim. This afternoon we drive through to our rustic bungalow in the Aus Mountains overlooking the Namib Desert. Overnight remote bush bungalow (multi-share) or camping Dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. Evening around camp fire. (B,L,D)

Day 9 KLEIN AUS VISTA - Depart Klein Aus for Luderitz day trip. We arrive at Kolmanskop for a guided tour of the ghost town in the desert dunes, and then explore Luderitz. After lunch we drive out to Diaz Point and look for the penguins on Halifax Island. We return to Klein Aus late afternoon, stopping at the viewing hide for the feral horses of the Namib. This evening your guide prepares dinner over the camp fire with group assistance. Overnight camping or remote bush bungalow (multi-share). (B,L,D)

Day 10 SESRIEM - Leisurely departure for the scenic drive to Sesreim and we have lunch en-route in the desert. We arrive at camp mid afternoon and do a late afternoon walk through the desert from Elim's Dune. Overnight camping and dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. (B,L,D)

Day 11 SESRIEM - Pre dawn departure from camp to drive to Sossusvlei, we watch the sunrise from this spectacular and unique area. Mid morning brunch after exploring the different vlei's. Walk to Dead Vlei before returning to camp for a swim and a rest. This afternoon we visit Sesriem Canyon. Overnight camping and dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. (B,L,D)

Day 12 SWAKOPMUND - Early departure from camp to drive through the desert to Walvis Bay and visit the lagoon, we arrive at our bungalows for lunch and this afternoon you have time for optional activities such as a scenic flight or quad biking Overnight rooms are on a twin share basis. Dinner prepared by the guide with group assistance. (B,L,D)

DAY 13 SPITZKOPPE - this morning you have free time to visit the museum, explore the town, visit the aquarium or partake in optional activities such as sand boarding and quadbiking. After lunch we drive north up the Skeleton Coast to the Cape Cross Seal Colony where there can be up to 100,000 cape fur seals. We arrive at Spitzkoppe late afternoon and set up camp. Dinner prepared by the guide with group assistance. Evening spent under a million stars. Overnight remote bush camp. (B,L,D)

DAY 14 ABA HUAB - early morning walk to Bushman's Paradise, a selection of bushman paintings. Our drive through to our camp takes us through some beautiful and dramatic landscapes and we keep our eyes peeled for the rare and elusive desert elephant. We arrive at camp mid afternoon and have lunch, this afternoon at Twyfelfontein we take a local guide to explore this unique area. We also visit the Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain near sunset. Dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. (B,L,D)

DAY 15 OKAUKEUJO, ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK - we pick up fresh supplies at Outjo and then game drive to the park gate for lunch. We then game drive to our camp and after setting up our tents we take a late afternoon game drive visiting many waterholes and looking for species such as elephant, lion, rhino, kudu, giraffe, springbok, zebra and many more. Dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. Night time viewing at flood lit waterhole. (B,L,D)

DAY 16 NAMUTONI, ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK - sunrise departure from camp for full morning game drive. Transit across the park visiting various waterholes along the way. We spend the hottest part of the day at Halali camp where we have lunch and enjoy a swim or an afternoon snooze. Late afternoon game drive to Namutoni via the famous Etosha Pan. Dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. Night time viewing at flood lit waterhole. (B,L,D)

DAY 17 WATERBERG PLATEAU - sunrise game drive and return to camp for breakfast. We have a short stop at Lake Otjikoto before proceeding to Otjiwarongo for fresh supplies. Late afternoon arrival at Waterberg. Witness the fabulous colours of the lichen growing on the rock face of the plateau at sunset. Dinner prepared by guide with group assistance. (B,L,D)

DAY 18 WINDHOEK - you can hike the many short trails at the base of the plateau and your guide will lead you to the top of the plateau for a stunning view of the Kalahari. After brunch we return to Windhoek via the Okahandja Craft Markets for those last minute gifts. We arrive at Chameleon Backpackers Lodge where you can enjoy an after safari drink and share your memories of your safari. (B,L)

2004 DEPARTURES: EVERY ALTERNATE SATURDAY STARTING AND FINISHING IN WINDHOEK

DATES: Apr 3; Apr 17; May 1; May 15; May 29; Jun 12; Jun 26;
Jul 10; Jul 24; Aug 7; Aug 21; Sept 4; Sept 18; Oct 2; Oct 16;
Oct 30; Nov 13; Nov 27; Dec 11; Dec 25

This safari is a combination of the Bushman and Okavango Delta 4x4 Adventure and the Namibian Highlights 4x4 Adventure, we have included overnight accommodation at Chameleon on Day 6 on a twin share basis and breakfast Day 7.

*This safari is also available as the Namibian Extravaganza - Himba Option, please check webpage for departure dates"