Wildlife Encounters from AfriCat to Etosha, Damaraland, Hoanib Valley, and the Legendary Skeleton Coast

Namibia: Green Season Safari

Namibia

14 Days

From $9,795

Level 3

Moderate

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    Overview

    Namibia is one of the most hauntingly beautiful safari destinations in the world, brimming with astounding landscapes and rare species found nowhere else. We discover this epic land during the “green season” (January to March) as we track leopards at AfriCat and explore World Heritage-listed Etosha National Park from its less-traveled eastern gate. Heading into Namibia's far northwest, we search for desert-adapted elephants in ethereal Damaraland, then discover Kaokoland's remote Hoanib River Valley, which teems with resident desert-adapted wildlife in a vast, mountainous, and wild landscape. We'll visit a Himba settlement while we're in this luminous land and learn about their nomadic culture. Our grand finale finds us at Shipwreck Lodge, perched right on the dunes of the legendary Skeleton Coast. We enjoy all this with an expert Trip Leader who is one of Namibia's best known naturalist guides. The green season is Namibia's summer, a time of bounty, bringing the desert to life to reveal carpets of buttercup-yellow devil's-thorn flowers and swaths of yellow and pink cleomes. It is calving season for plains game such as springbok and zebra, peak birdwatching season for flocks of migratory species, and an ideal season for photography, with clear, dust-free skies and striking cloud formations. Rain is usually confined to a short and spectacular daily afternoon thundershower, which brings the plains alive with new green grass. To top it off, our journey comes at a savings of more than $1,500 per person compared with high-season safaris. Join us to explore the very best places to be during this special season!

    Arrive: Windhoek, Namibia

    Depart: Windhoek, Namibia

    Highlights

    • Safari in the company of one of Namibia's best naturalist guides
    • Enjoy spectacular lodges and remote camps that get you close to the wildlife
    • Search for big game in UNESCO-listed eastern Etosha National Park, go for a game walk with the park's anti-poaching team
    • Stay at spectacular Onduli Camp, with its optional roll-out “star beds” under a canopy of stars
    • Safari in the wild Hoanib River Valley, home to rare desert-adapted elephant, giraffe, lion, and rhino, visit a remote Himba settlement
    • Explore the wonder of the Skeleton Coast from stunning Shipwreck Lodge

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      Itinerary

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      From Windhoek, head to Okonjima Nature Reserve, home to the AfriCat Foundation, founded in 1991 and dedicated to conserving Namibia's large carnivores. At charming Okonjima Bush Camp, set in pristine wilderness, we'll track leopards by vehicle. We might spot them resting in the trees after their night of hunting.
      With accommodations in a deluxe tented camp in the less-visited eastern section of Etosha, we head out by 4WD vehicle across vast grasslands and shimmering salt pans. Elephant, lion, giraffe, blue wildebeest, rhino, leopard, and an array of plains game frequent the numerous springs and waterholes of this UNESCO-listed gem, one of Africa's greatest game reserves. If circumstances allow, we'll be joined at dinner by the head of a special anti-poaching unit to learn about conservation efforts, and we'll enjoy a bush walk with anti-poaching rangers.
      Amid the magnificent table-top mountains of Damaraland, we explore by 4WD vehicle along the rugged Aba Huab River Valley on the lookout for elusive desert elephants and desert black rhinos. Hartmann's mountain zebra and gemsbok can often be spotted, and the utter remoteness and solitude of this area is spellbinding. One afternoon, we visit nearby Twyfelfontein, a treasury of rock engravings on slabs of red sandstone that indicate hunter-gatherers lived here as long as 7,000 years ago.
      Stunning Kaokoland is one of the most remote, wild, and marvelously unique areas of the country. Our scenic drives in this mountainous landscape will more often than not reveal desert-adapted elephant, as well as stately desert-adapted giraffe, and, with good luck, desert lion. Zebra, klipspringer and kudu move freely through the mountains, and we'll find hardy herds of springbok and oryx, as well as steenbok here. En route to Hoanib, we'll visit an authentic Himba settlement and learn about the traditions of these very proud people.
      Shipwreck Lodge in Skeleton Coast Park is an absolutely unique accommodation set in a slice of remote wilderness where relics of ships and towering dunes are swept by the ocean breeze. At this striking lodge, our choices include exploring by 4WD vehicle to marvel at geological wonders and desert-adapted plants and enjoying sundowners atop the dunes. Return to Windhoek on Day 12 and depart on Day 14.

      Dates & Pricing

      Pricing below is per person and based on double occupancy. The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have. WT also has the most generous cancellation and transfer policies in the industry, we make it easy if you change your mind. Have a small group of your own? Take over an existing date or choose your own. You’ll have your own private guide–and the adventure–all to yourselves!

      Payment & Cancel Schedule

      At time of reservation: $600
      90 days prior to departure: Balance

      Cancellation & Transfer Schedule

      Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!
      61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
      46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
      45 days or less: 100% of trip cost

      Included
      • Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
      • Accommodations in hotels, deluxe wildlife camps, and lodges
      • All meals
      • Local beer, wine, and spirits with meals
      • All ground transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
      • All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
      Not Included
      • Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
      • Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
      • Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or staff
      • Optional travel insurance
      • Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)

      Accommodations

      Scroll through our signature accommodations for this trip below. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.

      Galton House

      Windhoek, Namibia

      Day 1 (1 night)

      This welcoming nine-room hotel, just a 10-minute shuttle drive from the center of town, offers a personal and informal atmosphere. Guest rooms are decorated in an inviting modern style, with wildlife photography adorning the walls. Communal areas include a large lounge, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and a small swimming...

      Okonjima Bush Camp

      Omboroko Mountains, Namibia

      Day 2 (1 night)

      Home to the AfriCat Foundation, this luxury bush camp features eight thatched, African-style chalets decorated in earthy tones. The chalets are very spacious, have en suite bathrooms, and can be opened wide during the day for enjoying the views and watching birds in the garden right from your room....

      Onguma Tented Camp

      Etosha, Namibia

      Days 3-5 (3 nights)

      With only seven tented camps sprawled around a watering hole, Onguma is a peaceful respite that still puts you in the heart of the action in Etosha. An elevated wooden pathway connects the main lobby and restaurant. Tents are wonderfully appointed, with large beds, rock and wooden accents, and spacious...

      Onduli Ridge

      Damaraland, Namibia

      Days 6-8 (3 nights)

      Nestled among boulders on a private concession in the heart of Damaraland, the camp's six open-air suites feature incredible views of Namibia's highest mountain, the Brandberg, and out across the plains to the cathedral-like granite inselbergs (isolated small rock mountains). Each suite has a partially open-air bathroom with a flush...

      Hoanib Valley Camp

      Hoanib River Valley, Namibia

      Days 9-10 (2 nights)

      Hoanib Valley Camp is “clean and green,'' leaving virtually no footprint on this fragile eco-system. It is a joint venture between local communities and the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, whose research focuses on the desert-adapted giraffe of the Hoanib...

      Shipwreck Lodge

      Möwe Bay, Namibia

      Days 11-12 (2 nights)

      Inspired by the relics of the famous ships on the coastline surrounding them, "shipwreck-style" chalets are situated in rolling dunes along the Skeleton Coast. Designed to have minimal environmental impact, all ten cozy cabins are solar-powered and have large, scenic windows, wood-burning stoves, and...

      Galton House

      Windhoek, Namibia

      Day 13 (1 night)

      This welcoming nine-room hotel, just a 10-minute shuttle drive from the center of town, offers a personal and informal atmosphere. Guest rooms are decorated in an inviting modern style, with wildlife photography adorning the walls. Communal areas include a large lounge, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and a small swimming...

      Trip Leaders

      Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. For more information, including client comments about them and which specific trips they will be leading, please click on their profiles below.

      Usko Hanghuwo

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      Peter Nuugonya

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      What the Trip is Like

      The trip is Level 3, Moderate, according to our trip grading system. This is a camping and lodge safari with game viewing by 4WD vehicle, nature walks, and long driving days. Any African safari is an adventure, and the traveler should bring along flexibility, a sense of humor, curiosity about new peoples and places, and an openness to the unexpected.
      Review Trip Level Details

      There will be some sections of walking through sand dunes or on rough, hilly terrain with loose scree. Although this is not a particularly rigorous trip, we still recommend you undertake a preparatory program of physical conditioning. Daily walking or regular hiking, jogging, and stair-climbing are excellent preparatory exercises.

      Namibia has a typical desert climate: hot in the day, and cool at night. From January through March, the “green season,” you can expect warm, sunny days with short afternoon thunderstorms on many days. The temperatures will vary a bit depending on what part of Namibia you are in during the green season, but in general, there will be highs in the 80°Fs and lows of about 60°F, colder and drier on the Skeleton Coast. Rainfall in this season is about three inches a month.
      While on safari, most breakfasts and evening meals will be taken at the lodge or camp you are staying at. Lunches while traveling between destinations will be served picnic-style en route or at a café or restaurant if there is not a suitable picnic site. Bottled water, soft drinks, juice, house wine, and beer are included throughout the trip. All vehicles are equipped with a fridge or cool box stocked with bottled water. Tea and coffee are offered at most accommodations free of charge with meals and at afternoon tea time.

      Due to Namibia's vast distances, an integral part of any Namibia safari is driving, and this is part of the adventure. The Trip Leader will make the road journeys very interesting and point out many highlights en route. While the driving times may appear long, there is a lot to see and the scenery is dramatic and beautiful. The road journeys are essentially game drives since Namibia's wildlife isn't restricted to parks. Our vehicles are very comfortable and have supplies for tea, picnic lunches, etc.

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      Trip Levels

      With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.

      Level 1 – Easiest

      Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.

      Level 2 – Easy to Moderate

      Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.

       

      Level 3 – Moderate

      Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.

      Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous

      Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.

       

      Level 5 – Strenuous

      Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.

      Level 6 – Very Strenuous

      Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.

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Along the way, we&apos;ll visit an authentic Himba settlement. The semi-nomadic Himba are one of the last traditional peoples of Namibia, and we&apos;ll have a unique opportunity to learn about their beliefs and way of life. Your Trip Leader&apos;s presence and previous contacts with this community will ensure us a welcome as a &ldquo;friend of a friend.&rdquo; There has been virtually no modern influence on these communities, which makes for a fascinating cultural exchange. We&apos;ll continue through the Kaokoveld to the Hoanib River Valley, which teems with resident desert-adapted wildlife such as elephant, giraffe, zebra, lion, and rhino, which roam freely through this vast, mountainous, and wild landscape. At our accommodation, Hoanib Valley Camp, we can enjoy some time to relax before a sundowner drive. 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While many travelers choose to book this tour as is, our Area Specialists are also happy to work with you to customize this Private Journey to suit your specific interests and style of travel. We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, offer hotel upgrades (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. We invite you to contact us to discuss your options!<\/p>","System_Signing_up_for_a_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:42 --><p>Early reservations are recommended since accommodations often sell out far in advance. Please call 1-800-368-2794 and ask for our [Africa Manager] or email us at [africa@ wildernesstravel.com] with any questions that you may have about this trip. To reserve your Private Journey, we will need to know your preferred dates of travel. We will then check availability and send you a proposed itinerary with exact pricing for your adventure. We can typically hold a provisional booking for one week. At that time, we must collect your initial deposit or accommodations will be released. We accept Visa, Mastercard, or American Express card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. 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