This is a 4 day accommodated tour, that visits the Etosha National Park in Northern Namibia, stopping at the small town of Okahandja and the 'very enchanting town of Outjo,' ( which means 'cone shaped hills' in Herero). The emphasis of this tour is purely on game viewing although the main feature of the Etosha is the salt pan, which is a vast shallow depression of white saline sand, that shimmers with mirages during the heat of most days. It is known to some as the 'great white place of dry water' and herds of 50 elephant or more are not unusual, and often walk right down the middle of the road! (In Etosha, not Outjo!) Lion and hyena take a bit more searching for, and quite a few of the animals found in the park are rare and endangered, such as the black rhino and the black-faced impala. Altogether, there are some 114 mammals species walking, prowling, grazing or on constant predator alert.

With twice weekly departures from Windhoek, (on Tuesday and Saturday,) and Swakopmund every Saturday, there is sure to be a suitable departure time. The Swakopmund departure of this safari, starts with a transfer from Swakopmund to Okahandja, to join the group departing from Windhoek - this departure returns to Windhoek in effect making this a Swakopmund - Etosha - Windhoek trip.

This Etosha Tour is often paired with the Sossusvlei Shuttle to combine two of Namibia's favourite destinations: Etosha & Sossusvlei. After visiting Etosha, there is also the opportunity to join a tour through the Caprivi, which ends at Victoria Falls.

Day 1: Windhoek - Etosha

Guests will be collected from their respective hotels in time to depart Windhoek (or Swakopund) en-route to Etosha National Park, (in an air-conditioned vehicle) at approximately 07h30, before heading north to Okahandja for a short stop. More clients may join the tour here and then the journey continues via Outjo, with the possibility of a refreshment stop. With only 100kms to go before arriving at the park, it's time to get the binoculars and camera's ready, in time for that first afternoon game drive.After an afternoon game drive in Etosha and shortly before sunset, the tour departs the park and heads to the accommodation.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Etosha Safari Camp (or similar)

Day 2: Etosha National Park

Day 2 is a period of exploration around the many waterholes, in search of some big game. Around 340 bird species have been spotted in Etosha as well, and it is one of the most important breeding grounds of the greater and lesser flamingo in the Southern African region, mainly after the rains. It goes without saying that this is a bird-watchers and photographer's paradise! A lunch stop is made at one of the rest camps. (Lunch on own account).
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Etosha Safari Camp (or similar)

Day 3: Etosha National Park

Another opportunity to view large herds of plains game and the huge variety of birdlife, at the various waterholes along the salt pan, such as the black-backed jackal, usually totally oblivious to their immediate surroundings. Your guide will also introduce you to the complex subject of managing an enormous reserve, such as Etosha. A lunch stop is made at one of the rest camps. (Lunch on own account).
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Okaukuejo, Halali or lodge near the Etosha park

Day 4: Windhoek

The safari ends with a small game drive out of the park, and heads south towards Otjiwarongo. (There is an opportunity to transfer to the group en-route to Victoria Falls on the Caprivi Tour here.) The journey continues towards Windhoek via Okahandja and a visit to the local wood-carving market. The tour ends on arrival in Windhoek, later in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast

Mode of transport

Air-conditioned vehicle

Number Of Participants

Maximum of ten

Included

German & English guided, unless otherwise indicated. Enquire about other languages. The guide is also the driver.
Accommodation and meals as listed on the itinerary
Park entrance fees
Pick-up and drop off at any central Windhoek Hotel or Guest House included.
Bottled water on board
Passenger liability insurance

Excluded

Beverages
Items of a personal nature
Tips
Travel Insurance
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Any optional activities
Visas

Route & Accommodation

The itinerary above is a guideline only and whilst we try to adhere to it there may be circumstances when it may change - for example weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours etc. Overnight stops on occasion may be altered from those indicated.