Simply Namibia - Southern Loop 6-days

Upon your arrival in Windhoek, you will be met by your Abenteuer Afrika Tour Guide who will assist you throughout your entire journey. Depart by road in an air conditioned vehicle to the Auob Lodge. Enroute you shall pass through Namibia’s capital main street viewing different cultures and old historic buildings. In the afternoon you shall depart and participate on a Game Drive at the Lodge property.

Auob Lodge, a green oasis in the Kalahari landscape, is situated on the banks of the dry Auob River. This gem of the Kalahari offers 26 en-suite double rooms, restaurant, lapa, TV room, and a lounge with fireplace for chilly winter evenings. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the swimming pool or discover the surrounding area on foot, horseback or on a sundowner drive. Various antelope, giraffe, smaller mammals and many bird species are often viewed.

Lunch will be for your own account

Overnight: Auob Lodge on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Basis

After Breakfast at the lodge you will continue with your tour to Sesriem, Enroute you will visit Maltahöhe where you will have the privilege to listen at an Oa Hera Choir.

The show is about 1 hour long and is divided into 2 parts:

• The 1st part is based on the Nama culture & the
• 2nd part on the Tswana culture,

The show is made of songs based on events in everyday life of these 2 cultures, children looking for pain some- where in the body, a young man asking a lady hand in marriage etc…

Hammerstein is situated southeast of the entrance gate to Sossusvlei and lies amidst the beautiful landscape of the Nubib and the Tsaris Mountains. Guests can choose between bungalows for self-caterers, camping sites or accommodation in one of the comfortably equipped rooms with en suite bathroom. The peace and quietness as well as the unique starry sky will be an unforgettable experience. Explore the huge stone formations surrounding Hammerstein, relax at the cozy bar, at the swimming pool or at the fireplace.

Lunch will be for your own account

Overnight: Hammerstein Lodge on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Basis

After an early breakfast at the lodge, your Tour Guide shall take you on a morning excursion to the giant red dunes of Sossusvlei and the impressive Sesriem Canyon.

Sossusvlei: Namibia’s famous highlight in the heart of the Namib Desert is a huge clay pan, enclosed by giant sand dunes. Some of the spectacular hills of sand are, at a height of 300 meters, the highest in the world.

Sesriem Canyon: At the entry to Sossusvlei is Sesriem Canyon, where centuries of erosion have incised a narrow gorge about 1 km in length. At the foot of the gorge, which plunges down 30 to 40m, are pools that become replenished after good rains. Sesriem derives its name from the time when early pioneers tied six lengths of rawhide thongs together to draw water from the pools. Interesting to see are the various layers of sediment rock that form the surrounding desert floor.

The afternoon will be at own leisure

Lunch will be for your own account

Overnight: Hammerstein Lodge on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast Basis

After Breakfast you depart to Swakopmund via Welwitschia.

Welwitschia: The Welwitschia plant was discovered in 1859 by Dr. Friedrich Welwitschia and has been recorded as living to 1500 years. It is the most talked about plant in the Botanical World and considered being the Paradox of the Namib.

Hotel Eberwein is located in the historical building "Villa Wille" which was built in 1910 by Herman Wille. The building's original exterior has been maintained in an unchanged state and the rooms still have stuccowork dating back to the days of Villa Wille. This stately mansion has been converted into a hotel of distinctive character.

Lunch & Dinner will be on own account

Overnight: Eberwein Hotel on a Bed and Breakfast Basis

Your day is at own leisure. Recommended activity: Marine Cruise in Walvisbay

Experience the beauty and variety of sea life around Swakopmund and Walvis Bay where the rich diversity of birds, seals and dolphins, and, in season, humpback whales, is fascinating. Schools of dolphins swim alongside the boat, and seals frequently jump aboard for a visit. A late breakfast of fresh Walvis Bay Oysters and light snacks served with sparkling wine is enjoyed on board. Return to Walvis Bay Yacht Club at approximately 12H30.

Lunch & Dinner will be on own account

Overnight: Eberwein Hotel on a Bed and Breakfast Basis

Breakfast at the Hotel before departure by road to Windhoek. En-route is a last opportunity to purchase souveniours at the craft market in Okahandja. Drop off is at the Airport or Hotel in Windhoek End of Services

• Accommodation as indicated above
• 6 x Breakfast; 3 x Dinners
• 4 x Excursions
• Qualified Driver / Guide to host through out the Safari
• Comfortable 10 seater mini-bus