Close encounter with wildlife of Africa! Early departure from Windhoek to Wildlife Sanctuary of Namibia, Etosha National Park. On arrival, exploring nearby waterholes and view points on game drive until sunset. In the evening and late till night, observing wildlife at the waterhole located next to the camp. 

Be it a lion or an elephant, a giraffe or a zebra; almost all African animal species are represented in this huge nature reserve. There is an estimated number of 250 lions in the park, 300 rhinos, 2 500 giraffes, 6 000 zebras and more than 2 000 elephants. Variety of antelope species like: Oryx, Kudu, Eland, Wildebeast and Impala live in Etosha. The dainty springbok are especially numerous; at least 20 000 of them roam the reserve. Often, they can be observed in enormous herds of several hundred animals. In Etosha, 114 mammal species are found, several are rare and endangered e.g. black rhino (largest number in the world), cheetah and black-faced impala. Etosha’s elephants are the largest in Africa, tallest measuring up to 4m at the shoulder. Blue wildebeest, zebra, hyena, lions, leopard and giraffe and about 340 bird species, are also found in the area. 

The area features about 40 springs and waterholes that provide excellent game viewing and fantastic wildlife photography opportunities. Visitors should approach and depart from waterholes slowly, with as little noise as possible, as not to disturb the game. 

Three most popular rest camps at Etosha: Okaukuejo, Halali and Namutoni, accommodating the visitors; each camp offers a leisure area with restaurant, shop and swimming pool.

Meals: as selected.

Accommodation 2 nights at:

• Camping - Okaukuejo Campsite or similar.
• Mid-range Lodge – Okaukuejo Resort or similar (inside the park)
• Luxury Lodge – Etosha Oberland Lodge or similar (outside the park)

 Distance: around 450 km (tarred and gravel roads).

Full day UNLIMITED game drives throughout the park, sunrise till sunset. In the evening, game viewing at the camp's waterhole.

Meals: as selected.

Distance: around 200 km (gravel road)

After breakfast, traveling via western regions of Etosha while visiting waterholes, natural springs and view points. Leaving Etosha via western Galton Gate en route to Opuwo in the Kaokoland, capital of this northern region. Arrival at Opuwo in the afternoon, check-in at the lodge, dinner and leisurely evening.

Meals: as selected.

Accommodation 2 nights at Opuwo:

• Camping - Opuwo Campsite or similar.
• Mid-range Lodge – Opuwo Country Lodge (standard room) or similar.
• Luxury Lodge – Opuwo Country Lodge (luxury room) or similar.

 Distance: around 450 km (gravel and tarred road).

In the morning, meeting with Himba Tribe at an authentic village. Himbas are one of the last semi-nomadic tribes on Earth, who continue to keep their traditional and ancient way of life, as they did for hundreds of years. The Himba are a tribe of nomadic pastoralist who inhabit the Kaokoland area of Namibia and have clung to their traditions. Himba women are noted for their intricate hairstyles and traditional jewelry. As Himba men and woman wear few clothes apart from a loin cloth or goat skinned mini-skirt, they rub their bodies with red ochre and fat mixture to protect themselves from the sun that gives their appearance a rich red color. Himba jewelry is made from iron or shell, and due to their intricate designs have become popular among western tourists.

Visit at the Himba village creates superb opportunity for spectacular ethnic photography! Some of the world’s best and award-winning ethnic photos were taken at Himba villages in Namibia.

Meals: as selected.

Distance: around 50km (gravel and tarred roads).

After leisurely breakfast, return to Windhoek ‚back to civilization’. Leg-stretching and lunch stop en route. Arrival in Windhoek late afternoon. Transfer to lodge/hotel of your choice. End of the tour.

Meals: as selected.

Distance: around 650 km (tarred road)

Wishing you a ‚safe journey’ and many happy returns to Namibia!