Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Kalahari
Kalahari
"Welcome to Africa's Best Kept Secret - Namibia."
The Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch - located on the edge of the southern Kalahari in the mixed tree and shrub savannah, the lodge is crisscrossed by huge red sand dunes. We attach great importance to the preservation of nature and its living beings, so you can experience numerous species of animals and plants up close with us. Watch antelopes, springboks, zebras, ostriches, meerkats or cheetahs up close. Or let the authentic Bushmen introduce you to their ancient traditions. Embrace being part with nature whilst enjoying a horseback safari through the pathways of the Kalahari.
- Main Destination:
- Kalahari Region
- Accommodation:
- Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Kalahari
Kalahari
The Combination Drive is an epic adventure.
Nature drive, Cheetah Excursion and Sundowner on the dune. First a safari through the reserve with a variety of game species such as giraffes, kudus, zebras, oryx, blue deer, eland antelopes and much more. Afterwards you will be in close contact with the fastest land animal on earth. During the Cheetah Excursion, you will learn everything about this fascinating predator and have the opportunity for great photo close-ups. Experience the breathtaking sunset on one of our highest dunes with refreshments and Namibian snacks, while enjoying the silence of the desert and an incredible view into the landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Kalahari Region
- Accommodation:
- Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei
Le Mirage Resort & Spa is a unique establishments in the Sossusvlei area. It is situated 21 km from the Sesriem gate to Sossusvlei. This makes it one of the lodges closest to the Sossusvlei and the ideal place to stay when you want to visit the highest dunes in the world! Le Mirage Resort & Spa is a unique establishments in the Sossusvlei area. It is situated 21 km from the Sesriem gate to Sossusvlei. This makes it one of the lodges closest to the Sossusvlei and the ideal place to stay when you want to visit the highest dunes in the world! This is the ideal location for Quad-biking, with dunes towering in the distance and the quad-biking trails taking you through beautiful scenery. We can book a Ballooning Experience for you as well. Please note that the Ballooning is optional.
- Main Destination:
- Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
- Accommodation:
- Le Mirage Resort & Spa
Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei
The Sossusvlei & Sesriem Canyon Drive is one of the most iconic drive and tourist attractions in Namibia. Le Mirage is only 21km from the entrance at Sesriem. From the entrance, the 60km tarred road stretch into the Naukluft National Park takes you alongside some of the world's highest dunes, even some petrified dunes and the Sesriem Canyon. It is an endearing experience and the contracting surroundings is a photographer's haven.
- Main Destination:
- Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes)
- Accommodation:
- Le Mirage Resort & Spa
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Swakopmund
Swakopmund
The Stiltz Hotel is a different approach to making sure that you have a great view. From the Namib Desert to the beautiful coastal town of Swakopmund. After your arrival, we will make sure that you experience a Sundowner whilst enjoying a dolphin cruise on the Atlantic Ocean. Swakopmund is tourism hub of the coast. A town that is located between the encroaching Namib Desert and the soothing Atlantic Ocean waves.
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Stiltz
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Swakopmund
Swakopmund
One of the most amazing experiences is the Sandwich Harbour - where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean. The lagoon, salt pans and the bird sanctuary, which forms the Walvis Bay wetlands, are rightly heralded as the single most important coastal wetlands in Southern Africa. It is one of the five Ramsar sites in Namibia. Giant sand dunes run straight into the ocean, creating breathtaking sceneries and unique landscapes, just waiting to be discovered.
- Main Destination:
- Swakopmund (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Stiltz
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Damaraland
Damaraland
After the long and tiring drive to Damaraland - Grootberg Lodge. After your welcome and relaxation - get ready to explore the intriguing world of Damaraland. Marvel at the breathtaking view of the Klip River below while lounging on the deck or cooling down in the infinity pool. Explore the landscape rich in geological and botanical wonders, encounter stunning wildlife and get acquainted with the traditions of the #Khoadi //Hoas people. Best way to end the day is with a scenic Sundowner Drive across the Etendeka Plateau.
- Main Destination:
- Damaraland
- Accommodation:
- Grootberg Lodge
Wildlife in Damaraland
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Damaraland
Damaraland
The adventure begins just after breakfast - we invite you on the trail of Africa's most majestic creature - the African Desert Elephant, You will be tracking the magnificent beast with a professional guide leading the way and keeping you informed about the norms and cultural beliefs.
- Main Destination:
- Damaraland
- Accommodation:
- Grootberg Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Etosha
Etosha
Onguma The Fort is luxurious lodge located near Etosha National Park. Onguma is a private game that offers great game viewing, romance, tranquility, adventure and so much more! Located on 34 000 hectares of private wilderness to explore, Onguma has an accommodation option that is just right for you! We will end the day with a blissful Sundowner Drive on the Onguma Reserve.
- Main Destination:
- Onguma Private Game Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Onguma The Fort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Etosha
Etosha
Etosha National Park is a national park in the north west of Namibia. Proclaimed a park in 1907 its home to 4 of the Big 5 and offers amazing game sightings all year round. Book your stay with us at Onguma and enjoy a day trip into the park lead by one of our knowledgeable guides. After the trip to Etosha, you can unwind at the spa or just relax and take in the marvelous panoramic views of the reserve.
- Main Destination:
- Onguma Private Game Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Onguma The Fort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Otavi Mountain Region
Otavi Mountain Region
Ghaub Nature Reserve & Farm - your oasis in the rugged Otavi Mountains.
An idyllic oasis in the rugged Otavi mountains: rustic farm walls, tall palm trees, thick bush and a lush lawn surround the lovingly restored historic buildings of the Ghaub Lodge.
The Rhino Drive - A charming contrast to Etosha: The mountainous area of our 30 km² nature reserve is home to game such as giraffe, oryx, impala, eland, blesbok, red hartebeest and mountain zebra. We almost always encounter white rhinos. Another highlight is the unique rock engravings of our ancestors.
- Main Destination:
- Otavi (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Ghaub
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Otavi Mountain Region
Otavi Mountain Region
Cave excursion (mornings, 8h00, 2-3 hrs.)
Not for claustrophobic visitors! Physical fitness is also a must: the deeper the cave, the less oxygen in the air. With a passage system extending to a length of 2.5 km, the Ghaub limestone cave is the third largest cave in Namibia. We have to crawl and climb in places, so please wear sturdy clothes and shoes. Helmets and headlamps are provided.
Alternatively you can join the:
Rhino Tracking (8h00, 2-3 hours, fitness is a must)
Accompany the trackers of our "Rhino Patrol" on foot in their search of the white rhinos. You will learn a lot about the behaviour of the animals. With a little luck you will encounter the rhinos at eye level.
- Main Destination:
- Otavi (Town)
- Accommodation:
- Ghaub
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Okonjima Nature Reserve
Okonjima Nature Reserve
The Okonjima Nature Reserve sprawls over 200 square kilometres of undulating plains, mountainous outcrops, and riverine thickets, and it is here that leopard (Panthera pardus), the most adaptable of all the wild cats, thrive.
These intelligent, solitary predators occur in high density in the expanse of Okonjima Nature Reserve’s multi-faceted topography. The Reserve’s predator research programme has spanned three decades, and its findings have provided great insight to leopard behavioral patterns as well as offered an upbeat prognosis for a sustainable future for the species in today’s Africa.
A two-day Okonjima stay offers the best chance to view wild leopard in Namibia, as well as those collared for research purposes, in their natural habitats. Research programme leopard are actively tracked, and their collars are an invaluable resource for locating, and then returning to the Reserve, cats which have migrated to surrounding farmland where they are perceived as threats to livestock.
- Main Destination:
- Okonjima Private Nature Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Okonjima Plains Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Okonjima Nature Reserve
Okonjima Nature Reserve
The Endangered Species Nature drive is an unique drive that focuses on the endangered species like the Pangolin, that Okonjima is protecting. This will be an informative drive and will highlight the importance of conservation. They run numerous conservation projects so feel free to get involved and learn as much as you can about the trials, pitfalls and successes of the Okonjima Nature Reserve.
- Main Destination:
- Okonjima Private Nature Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Okonjima Plains Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 15
Windhoek
Windhoek
Beauty is in the eye of the conservationists - lets all play our parts and preserve the extraordinary and the vulnerable.
We wish you a safe trip home.
- Main Destination:
- Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
