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The Gondwana Four Desert Tour - 11Day

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The Gondwana Four Deserts Tour - 11 Day

The Gondwana Four Deserts Tour
Consists of four private nature reserves in Southern Namibia, characterized by low precipitation and spectacular desert scenery; Gondwana Kalahari Park in the midst of red Kalahari dunes north-east of Mariental, Gondwana Canon Park at the Fish River Canyon, Gondwana Sperrgebiet Park close to the Wild Horses of the Namib west of Aus and Gondwana Namib Park near the fossilised dunes north of Sesriem/Sossusvlei. Each park provides an accommodation collection to suit our guest whether individual or in group traveller.

Highlights:
Kalahari Desert, the Fish River Canyon in the Nama Karoo Desert, Wild Horses in the Succulent Karoo Desert, Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert.

Price Valid till:

01 April 2011 until end March 2012

Rate Per Person:

N$ 28’950.00 per person sharing
N$ 48’900.00 per single

Capacity:

12 people maximum

Duration:

11 days - 10 nights

Departs:

On Request, Windhoek-Windhoek

Day 1: Elegant Guest House or Similar Bed and Breakfast:
A complementary pick and transfer from Windhoek International Airport by our tour guide to the capital city Windhoek (40km/40 minutes). The capital city seat of the judicial, legislative and arms of government. It is situated at an altitude of about 1740 m, at the centre of the country, with the Auas Mountains to the south, the Eros Mountain to the northeast and the Khomas Hochland to the west. Meals on guest own account.
Day 2 &3: Kalahari Desert:
We travel south into the Kalahari Desert, Green acacias and swaying grass contrast starkly against the red sand of the Kalahari Dunes. Camelthorn Trees provide shade for a multitude of desert-adapted animals and serve as a sharp silhouette against the setting sun on our afternoon nature drive. A variety of antelope, smaller mammals, insects and reptiles inhabit this desert-explore this specialized ecosystem on a scenic morning walk. Our Lodge serves as the perfect oasis to enjoy the afternoon at the pool or relax on the spacious patio of our room. Kalahari Anib Lodge inclusive of Breakfast. (Lunch and Dinner on guest own account)
Day 4 & 5: Fish River Canyon, Nama Karoo Desert:
This morning we travel further south into the Nama Karoo Desert, a primordial environ isolated by mountain massifs. Here the second largest canyon on earth divides on of Namibian’s most pristine landscapes into seeming eternity. On a nature drive in the afternoon we observe the fragile desert ecosystem and the plant life that thrives there. Quiver Trees pose as gentle giants during a sundowner drink on top of a hill. The next day we visit the daunting Fish River Canyon and enjoy the panoramic view into one of Namibian’s most superior wilderness areas. Canon Lodge inclusive of Breakfast (lunch & Dinner on guest own account)
Day 6 & 7: Wild Horses, Succulent Karoo Desert:
After Breakfast we travel to the Succulent Karoo Desert. After winter rains, this desert unfolds in a carpet of flowers and an explosion of bright colours. It is one of the 20 most important biomes in the world and counts as the most specie diverse desert on earth. We will explore the sweeping desert plains on a nature drive in the later afternoon, next day we travel to a ghost town that was left to the hands of the relentless desert. Other attractions visited consist of the Wild Horses of the Namib Desert, Diaz Point and the colonial town of Luderitz. Klein-Aus Vista inclusive of Breakfast (lunch and Dinner on guest own account)
Day 8 & 9: Sosusvlei, Namib Desert:
We travel north into the oldest desert on earth, formed by the effect of the cold Benguela Current. Due to early morning fog, this arid desert becomes a life supporting structure for all its living organisms. Our lodge stands at the foot of unique petrified dunes, which we will explore on a nature drive in the afternoon. The next morning we travel to the highest dunes on earth, experiencing this soulful, awe-inspiring place at sunrise. At Sossusvlei we clamber the magnificent dunes to admire this desert from above. We will also visit Sesriem Canyon, gorged out by might of the Tsauchab River. Namib Desert Lodge inclusive of Breakfast (Lunch and Dinner on guest own account).
Day 10: Windhoek:
After a relaxed breakfast we travel via the Namib Desert back to Windhoek, situated in a valley of the Auas Mountains. Here we get dropped off at our accommodation of choice, and enjoy the rest of the day at Leisure. River Crossing Lodge or Similar inclusive Breakfast. (Lunch and Dinner on guest own account)
Day 11: International Air:
Breakfast then transfer to the Airport.

Inclusive in our Rates:

Activities as stated in the itinerary (only)
English speaking guide
1% or 2% Government Bed Levy
10 Days vehicle and fuel
2x Transfer from Hosea Kutako Airport
Accommodation and meals
Guide meals and accommodation included
Park Fees Sossusvlei

Excluded from our Rates:

All expenses of a personal nature
Flights to/from in or outside Namibia
Changes in the itinerary while on tour
Personal Travel / Medical / Luggage insurance
Activities not stated in the itinerary or not mentioned (optional)
Entrance fees – personal expenses, alcoholic drinks, tips / porterage

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