Springbok, Gemsbok (Oryx), the Desert Elephant,
Ostrich, Jackal and Brown Hyena eke out an existence in this rugged terrain, along
with vegetation like Welwitschia which has adapted to the harsh conditions.
The arid desert environment in the Skeleton
Coast is within the northern reaches of the Namib Desert. The Benguela current
brings cold waters all the way from Antarctica and helps to moderate temperatures.
The cool air off the ocean meets the hotter desert air, and nearly every morning,
a cool mist envelops the coastline, bringing life sustaining moisture to the desert.
There are many regions in the Skeleton Coast.
On these Safaris, we visit the most isolated, beautiful, remote (and private)
northen sector of the park, from just north of Mowe Bay to just south of the Kunene
River. This area has been set aside by the government for low volume, exclusive
safaris.
We offer two safaris, one for four nights/five
days (departing every Saturday) and another for three nights/four days (departing
every Wednesday). Both are flying safaris, starting and ending in Windhoek. However
once we arrive at the Skeleton Coast we spend all our time in vehicles. Both Safaris
can usually be combined with our Best of Namibia Wing Safari to create the Ultimate
Namibian Safari.
This safari is unlike any of our other safaris.
The area is so vast and there is so much to see and experience. If you have the
time available, make sure you book the five day safari. We abandon our traditional
early morning and afternoon activities and leave camp after breakfast and spend
the full day exploring the park. A picnic lunch is enjoyed out in the wild and
we return to base camp in the later afternoon. We travel in 4x4 Land Rovers and
cover an extraordinary variety of terrain. All safaris visit remote Himba villages
just outside the park for an incredible cultural experience.
Even though this is a "Five Paw" safari,
the terrain is harsh, rough and rugged. We will try and make this as comfortable
as possible, but we have no way of hiding from elements. Sometimes we can experience
cold temperatures - and then 400m up the valley, we encounter warm desert winds.
This is not a safari for those without a spirit of adventure, but it will be enjoyed
by those who are looking for a true wilderness experience in some of the most
spectacular scenery in Southern Africa.
The whole Skeleton Coast experience was
one that will stay with me forever - not least the high level of professionalism
of the camp staff and the superb organisation in every respect. Yes, another trip
would be fantastic some day, I certainly would have no hesitation booking with
you again.
J.T., U.K.
An amazing few days spent in the most awesome wilderness
thanks to you.
Mr B.
Very diverse and by far the most unique "game drives"
I've been on.
Mr S.
I have been to Africa 3 times and have had many guides.
All of them were very good. Festus was the best.
D.T.
So interesting and so different. J.E. What a wonderful place!
So Unique, so special, so unbelievable. I plan to return with
my wife!!!
Dr J.D.
