Namibia Fly-In Safari

Quintessential Namibia with Windhoek, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland and Etosha all in luxury lodges.

This Luxury Fly-In Safari starts in the capital city, Windhoek where you will be collected by your driver and taken for your first night in the city. The next day your first location is the Red Dunes of Sossusvlei in the incredible Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, recently refurbished, and an incredible place to explore from. The second location takes you to the lovely Atlantic town of Swakopmund and its historical German influence staying at the stunning Strand Hotel. Flying to your third location in the hills and valleys of Damaraland with its incredible desert Elephants takes about an hour and a half with incredible views on the way. Your final safari destination takes in Ongava Tented Camp, a traditional luxury lodge in the famous Ongava Reserve where you can not only explore this private reserve but also Etosha National Park itself. Finally you head back to Windhoek for one last night before you head home.

Price From:

US$7,260

Duration

11 nights/12 days

Departure

All Year

Why You'll Love It

What's Included

Accommodation

Olive Exclusive Guesthouse

The Olive Exclusive has sleek, modern lines complemented by organic textures, natural furnishings and an eco-friendly philosophy. Organic elements combine to create simple elegance, offset by Namibian landscape photographs. The seven suites are individually decorated so that each reflects a different region of Namibia, and each has its own lounge area with fireplace and private dining room. Wide glass doors open onto spacious decks where you can relax on your shady daybed, enjoy al fresco lunches or (in our premium suites) take a dip in your own private plunge pool. Air-conditioning, satellite TV and iPod docking stations come as standard, as do Wi-Fi access and a fully stocked mini bar.

Sossusvlei Desert Lodge

Deep in the ancient Namib Desert, Sossusvlei Desert Lodge offsets a serene ambience against dramatic scenery. The range of desert adventures on offer will prove an irresistible invitation to your inner child. Ten stone and glass villas look out onto rock formations and multi-coloured sand dunes. They are air-conditioned against the heat of the day, and have cosy fireplaces for fresh desert evenings. Guest areas give onto unimpeded desert views and cool water gushes from an underground spring into the sparkling lodge pool. Mouth-watering meals are served in a dozen spectacular locations and when night falls, you can relax in a wingback chair at our state-of-the-art observatory while a professional astronomer reveals the mysteries of the stars.

The Strand Hotel, Swakopmund

With its extensive, unique and creatively entertaining Restaurants, Bars, Deli, Lobby-Lounge, Sea Facing Terraces, Beach Kiosk and state of the art Conference & Banqueting Center, all set on the Mole, a historic and iconic site surrounded by Ocean on three sides, the Strand Hotel Swakopmund is a social epicenter and destination in itself for all visitors to and residents of Swakopmund.
Its architectural inspiration finds its roots deep in Namibian-German history and reflects this in a tasteful contemporary manner. The interiors are residential in nature, and the brief to all designers involved was to create a non-hotel, hotel. One as charming and welcoming as the town it is located in. Simply very warm and comfortable, and as they say in German: “gemütlich” providing a genuine “sense-of-place” atmosphere adding to any Namibian visit.

Mowani Mountain Lodge

Mowani Mountain Camp is situated in Namibia’s untamed, ruggedly beautiful Damaraland region. Only 6km from the historical site of Twyfelfontein, Mowani is a place of quiet solitude where peace and tranquillity are the order of the day. Nestled amongst gigantic granite boulders on a high spot with commanding views over the ancient landscape, the name ‘Mowani’ means – appropriately enough - ‘place of God’. Accommodation consists of 12 luxury tents and a luxury double room – as well as a mini-suite and a larger suite built of brick and thatch. Each has African flair and features a well-appointed en-suite bathroom. Offering you ultimate privacy, the tents and suites offer exceptional views from your private deck.

Ongava Tented Camp

Tucked away in the foothills of a dolomite range, Ongava Tented Camp is one of Namibia’s best-kept secrets. You will be captivated by the bustling waterhole in front of camp as wild animals file through to quench their thirst. Your accommodation will be one of the eight delightfully rustic en-suite Meru-style tents, built on a raised wooden deck which stretches out over the wilderness. The stone, canvas and thatched main area, with its relaxed swimming pool, completes this intimate camp. Bordering the iconic Etosha National Park and set within its own wilderness haven, you can expect unrivalled game viewing complimented by the tranquillity of a private reserve.

Itinerary

Days 1 to 2: Windhoek

Olive Exclusive Guesthouse

Situated in Central Namibia, the cosmopolitan city of Windhoek serves as the capital of the country. It is home to an international airport and a plethora of restaurants, shops, entertainment venues and accommodation options. The city is clean, safe and well-organised, with a colonial legacy that is reflected in its many German eateries and shops, and the widespread use of the German language. Windhoek has an interesting mix of historical architecture and modern buildings, many of which are worth a look, including the Alte Feste an old fort, the 1896 Christuskirche Christ Church, and the more contemporary Supreme Court.

Days 2 to 4: Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei Desert Lodge

Spanning an area of 172,200 hectares and encompassing four distinct ecosystems, the Namib Rand Reserve is among the largest privately owned game parks in Southern Africa. Founded to conserve the unique environment and wildlife species of the south-western Namib Desert, the park’s mix of dunes, mountains, rocky outcrops, sandy flats and gravel plains provides habitats for a diversity of mammals – including hyenas, jackals, foxes, antelopes and various wild cats – as well as a plethora of bird species, reptiles, insects, frogs and flora. Visitors can discover the mysterious ‘fairy circles’, which dot the landscape and sip on sundowners while watching the sunset over this unspoilt ancient landscape. Having been named Africa’s first International Dark Sky Reserve, it is one of the least light-polluted areas in the world, so don't miss this excellent star gazing opportunity.

Days 4 to 6: Swakopmund

The Strand Hotel, Swakopmund

Set along Namibia's spectacularly scenic coast, the seaside town of Swakopmund is known for its wide-open avenues, colonial architecture, and its surrounding otherworldly desert terrain. Founded in 1892 as the main harbour for German South West Africa, Swakopmund is often described as being more German than Germany. Now a seaside resort town, Swakopmund is the capital of the Skeleton Coast tourism area and has plenty to keep visitors happy. The quirky mix of German and Namibian influences, adventure options, laid-back atmosphere and cool sea breeze make it a very popular Namibian destination. Visitors can look forward to a number of exciting activities including: quad biking, horse riding, paragliding, fishing, sightseeing and fascinating desert tours.

Days 6 to 9: Damaraland

Mowani Mountain Lodge

Set in the Kunene Region of northwestern Namibia, Twylfelfontein is a spectacularly scenic area, featuring one of the largest and most important concentrations of rock art in Africa. The name ‘Twyfelfontein’ translates to ‘Fountain of Doubt’, which refers to the perennial spring situated in the impressive Huab valley flanked by the slopes of a sandstone table mountain. It was this spring that attracted Stone Age hunters over six thousand years ago, and it was during this time that the extensive group of rock engravings and paintings were produced. Visitors can look forward to basing themselves at some wonderfully shady campsites along the Aba-Huab riverbed, while exploring over thirty different sites of these sacred records of ritual practices relating to traditional hunter-gatherer communities.

Days 9 to 11: Ongava Private Reserve

Ongava Tented Camp

Sharing the southern boundary with Etosha National Park, the prolific 30 000-hectare private Ongava Game Reserve is considered one of the top private game reserves in the region, enjoying global recognition for exceptional conservation, groundbreaking research and exciting safari experiences. The landscape is characterised by vast open plains dotted with salt plans and abundant wildlife. Visitors can easily access Etosha through Andersson’s Gate in the south.
Known for its luxury lodges made out of natural materials, Ogava is a popular destination for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. The reserve offers visitors the perfect combination of wildlife safari experiences within and around the Etosha National Park. One of Ongava’s top attractions is its rhino population and guests can experience the thrill of getting close to these majestic creatures. Popular activities include: night game drives, guided nature walks, bird watching and 4x4 guided game drives.