Namibia, the land of shifting sands is a rough diamond on the African
coast, ready to be explored, hunted and photographed by you and your family.
There is an abundance of wildlife and some of the world’s most breathtaking
landscapes and dramatic vistas. Not all of Namibia is a desert, our country has
vast savannas teeming with wild game, mile wide rivers as well as deserts – a
diversity of habitats that will assure that you realize your African dream.
Namibia
is the second least densely populated country in the world, with less than 2
million people inhabiting this vast space of 520 000 miles2. In
1990, Namibia became an independent nation, and has the reputation as the most
politically stable democracy in Africa. The infrastructure is first-world, and
Namibia’s friendly and peace-loving people look forward to welcoming you to our
beautiful Namibia.
Jofie Lamprecht
Namibian born and raised, Jofie Lamprecht went to hotel school in South
Africa, specializing in food and wine. Returning to Namibia in 2001, he pursued
his life long passion of hunting, and qualified as a full Professional Hunter
soon thereafter. Wildlife being his primary passion, photography came naturally
to him. His photography is now sold in Namibia, South Africa and the United
States, as well as being published numerous times.
You will be joined by Jofie (when available), or a
highly trained personal guide to escort you through your Namibian adventure.
With Jofie on safari, he will not only take pictures
for you, but with help you sharpen your photographic skills to capture your own
special moments.
Dream
Photographic Safari in Namibia
This is the standard exclusive
itinerary, which can be changed to suit you.
Please view the conditions and
extra information at the bottom of this document.
15 Day, 14 Night Safari
Day 1 & 2
Hunters Namibia Safaris Main or River Lodge
Home to Hunters Namibia Safaris and the Lamprecht Family, the classic old
style Safari Lodge will be your home for your first two nights to relax, repack
and get over jetlag from the long trip across the deep blue.
The Lamprecht’s Private Game Reserve has an abundance and variety of game
found few places in Africa.
Day 3
After an early rise, we leave Hunters Namibia
Safaris Main or River Lodge for Windhoek.
Windhoek
Namibia’s capital city is cosmopolitan with a vibrant mix of cultures and
architecture. It is said to be the cleanest and most organized city in Africa – if not the World. Our morning will be spent shopping at various stores in town
for Namibian specialties.
We will have an early lunch, on a balcony overlooking Windhoek’s main
street, before leaving for the local airport, situated in town.
Day 3, 4 & 5
Sossusvlei – Namib-Naukluft Park
A 1 hour flight will take us to Sossusvlei, in the Namib-Naukluft Park,
south-western Namibia. Larger than Switzerland, this fantastically scenic
desert landscape park is the biggest National Park in Africa. The Namib, the world’s
oldest desert, contains a surprisingly vast array of wildlife and plant species.
Sossusvlei, with its stark yet striking beauty, is one of the world’s
most photogenic destinations, home to some of the Worlds tallest sand dunes.
Dunes Lodge
Wolwedans, which takes its name from the African - "where the wolves
dance", is situated in the heart of NamibRand Nature Reserve, just south
of Sossusvlei. Nestled amidst red dunes and set against a backdrop of
unparalleled beauty, Wolwedans provides the perfect base from which to explore
vast stretches of awe-inspiring nature and learn about an exciting variety of
desert creatures.
Accompanied by experienced guides, you will be introduced to the many
facets of NamibRand Nature Reserve's desert habitat with its diverse fauna and
flora - on foot, by car, or from the air.
We don't promise five-star luxury and nouvelle cuisine at the end of
the world, nor do we provide air-conditioned rooms, electric hair-dryers and
sliding glass doors that keep a safe distance between you and nature. Wolwedans
opens an intriguing window for you to experience the desert's awesome grandeur
and breathtaking beauty ... bearing in mind, that at times, there are moments
when the elements remind us of our human insignificance. As much as the desert
can kindle your spirits, it can be harsh and unforgiving, so be prepared...
One thing we can promise you though; it is here, in this land of stretching
blue skies and endless plains, that you will find beauty to feed your soul,
tranquility to clear your mind and space for your imagination to fly.
The Dunes Lodge is perched on top of a dunes plateau and overlooks
panoramic vistas in all directions, capturing the desert in a most memorable
way. The building style is a combination of wooden structures, large canvas
blinds and windows that open up to the desert beyond. The lodge reflects the ambience
of a tented camp, but provides the comfort and protection of a permanent
building.
Day 6 & 7
The
Skeleton Coast
A three hour flight will take us to tranquil
Swakopmund, a place that brings new meaning to relaxation.
Swakopmund
Swakopmund is a city with around
35,000 inhabitants. It is Namibia's premier and is one of
the best preserved examples of German architecture in the
world. It was founded in as
the main for German South-West Africa.
This quaint historical beach town has numerous
historical buildings, charming little shops and fine cuisine.
In Swakop (as it is referred to by the locals) activities include
fishing tours, desert tours, museum, short cruises, and adventure activities
such as sand.
Surrounded by the on three sides
and the cold waters to the west, Swakopmund enjoys a temperate climate. The average
temperature ranges between 15°C (59°F) to 25°C (77°F) with a rainfall of less
than 15 mm per year, making gutters and drainpipes on buildings a rarity. The cold supplies
moisture for the area in the form of that can reach as deep as 140 km (87 miles) inland. The fauna and flora of the area has adapted to this
phenomenon and now relies upon the fog as a source of moisture.
The
Skeleton Coast is so named for all the ghostly shipwrecks that are beached on
these remote and inaccessible white shores. The interaction between the
water-laden air coming from the sea via southerly winds, some of the strongest of any coastal
desert, and the dry air of the desert causes immense fogs and strong currents, causing sailors to
lose their way. Along with the Skeleton Coast further
north, it is notorious as the site of many shipwrecks. Some of these
wrecked ships can be found as much as 50 meters inland, as the desert is slowly
creeping westwards into the sea, reclaiming land over a period of many years.
This 2 million hectare park is
one of the most inhospitable and least visited places on earth. The attraction
for visitors is its untouched and mysterious barren beauty, swept by cold sea
breezes and often enveloped in a dense fog. This fog accounts for the many
shipwrecks and the unique ecosystem which gives life to most unusual plants.
This will be viewed from the comfort and safety of the plane.
The Namib is considered to be the
oldest desert in the world, having endured arid or semi-arid conditions for at least 80
million years. Its aridity is caused by the descent of dry air cooled by the
cold Benguela current
along the coast. A number of unusual species of plants and animals are found only in
this desert. One of these is Welwitschia
mirabilis, one of the most unusual species.
In Swakop you will be
accommodated at the Lamprecht Family Beach House, a beautifully restored
historical home sitting right on the beach sand – 100 feet from the sea
(Subject to the number of guests – maximum 4).
Day 9 & 10
Damaraland
After breakfast, a 2 hour scenic flight, will take us to Damaraland,
north-western Namibia.
Namibia
has one of only two desert elephant herds in the World. Numbering less than 2000,
these elephant, with the largest body size in the World. Damaraland is also
home to the elusive black rhino. These mysterious creatures will be searched for
on this leg of the adventure in an open vehicle. Time will be spent at
Twyfelfontein, housing some of the Worlds oldest bushman art, some dating back
25 000 years. We will be moving in the shadow of Namibia’s tallest mountain,
the ‘Burnt Mountain’ on this leg of the trip.
Mountain
Camp
From the moment you arrive at Mowani, you will be spoiled with the
services and attention of our excellent staff, which will go out of their way
to make your stay as unique and enjoyable as humanly possible. Mowani Mountain
Camp consists of luxury tents, all with en-suite facilities, decorated
beautifully in African style. The luxury tents are a great source of
relaxation. Comfortably hidden in your own private hide-away, you will be
pampered by crisp white linen, en-suite bathrooms, and of course your own
wooden deck offering an open view of the wonderful Damara landscape.
The Suite is the ultimate retreat! Built high upon a rocky outcrop, the
views from every room are spectacular! This luxury thatched suite comes
complete with butler service and is tastefully furbished with a distinct
African flavor. The private lounge is equipped with a music centre and
satellite television, complimented by private dining and bar facilities.
Whether relaxing in the folds of your crisp white bed, enjoying a romantic
dinner under the stars or throwing caution to the wind in the open-air bush
bathroom, you'll be delighted by this unique bush experience!
Day 10 & 11
Etosha
National Park
After breakfast, a 1 ½ hour flight will take us to Etosha National
Park, in central-northern Namibia.
Etosha means ‘the Great
White Place’, named after a massive ‘pan’ covering an area of 3000 miles2
found in the park, and has been inhabited my bushmen since before recorded
time. Now a National Park covering an area of 15 000 mile2, home to
144 mammal and 340 different bird species.
It is famous for sightings
of large herds of elephant, elusive black rhino and large prides of lions.
Situated on the eastern side of Etosha, Onguma Safari Camps is one of
Namibia’s best kept secrets! Here you will be afforded the opportunity of
experiencing Africa in all her beauty and diversity. Onguma Private Nature
Reserve boasts over thirty different animal species consisting of plains game
including kudu, giraffe, eland, oryx, hartebeest, zebra, impala and many more
roam freely as well as predators such as lion, cheetah, leopard, being common
residents of the area. The latest addition to the already abundant wildlife at
Onguma Nature Reserve is a family of black rhinos!
Onguma Tented Camp is a beguiling mixture of sophistication and
relaxation, of elegance and the earth. It is this intriguing combination and
attention to detail that makes Onguma Tented Camp the ultimate in safari chic.
In the local Herero language, Onguma means, "the
place you don't want to leave." With a stunning main building and seven
tents providing private, exclusive accommodation, Onguma Tented Camp, certainly
lives up to its name.
Guests
can enjoy game drives on Onguma Nature Reserve. Alternatively, guests can also
participate in a nature drive into Etosha National Park where you will be
afforded the opportunity of viewing various game in the largest national park
in Namibia. Various waterholes in and around Etosha ensure fantastic
photographic opportunities and the thrill of seeing some of the largest mammals
in the world. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step…take that
step at Onguma Safari Camps.
Day 12,
13 & 14
The Caprivi Strip
After a leisurely breakfast, our journey will take us from Etosha to
the Caprivi Strip, where we will enjoy lunch and a laid-back afternoon.
The Caprivi is a
narrow strip of land in the far northeast of Namibia, about 400 kilometers
long. Germany exchanged the area with the United Kingdom for Zanzibar in 1890.
It was named after the German chancellor of the time, Graf von Caprivi, who
signed the contract with the British.
The Caprivi belongs
to the tropical climate zone and receives high rainfalls during the rainy
season (December to March). This, together with the high temperatures, results
in a high humidity factor.
The abundance of
water in the Caprivi sustains a large variety of animal and bird species.
Especially numerous are the elephants. There are no fences, so the animals can
roam freely across the borders of the neighboring countries of Botswana and
Zambia. The Chobe National Park in Botswana, bordering the Caprivi in the
south, is especially excellent for game viewing.
Island Lodge
Susuwe Island Lodge offers our visitors the opportunity to experience
closely a wild and untouched island of Africa. Situated in north eastern
Namibia, our island is in the remote Kwando River - a permanent water source
which nourishes delicate ecosystems and sustains varied game and birdlife.
Relaxation, privacy and comfort are paramount here.
Susuwe Island Lodge is built to incorporate the riverine forest - the
main complex has lofty canopy viewing decks overlooking endless savannahs,
glistening lily-studded wetlands and ancient Kalahari woodlands, as well as a fire
pit, spacious lounge and dining areas, curio shop and small reference library.
Six spacious brick and thatch suites equipped with double bathroom,
bedroom, lounge and wooden viewing deck each with private plunge pool offer our
visitors the opportunity to merge unhurriedly with Africa's timeless evolution
of hazy days and star-studded nights. Mosquito nets, overhead fans and
hairdryers as well as generated electricity are provided.
Susuwe game drives in open 4
x 4 vehicles in the Wabwata National Park. Game sightings in this cradle of
rivers could include vast herds of roaming elephant and buffalo, lion, hippo,
leopard, sable, roan, lechwe and puku for example. Night drives at Susuwe offer
an even closer insight into the intrigue of the African bush. Outstanding bird
watching in this area in a variety of riverine, floodplain and grassland
habitats. Boating, nature walks and picnics or infinite relaxation in the cool
respite of Susuwe Island Lodge is all possible.
Susuwe Island Lodge offers
sedate cruises in the slow, meandering Kwando river - game viewing and bird
watching within the Bwabwata National Park. Time spent with us will leave you
with a wonderful insight into the unchartered cradle of rivers which we are
privileged to be part of.
Our islands are an experience of sensory fulfillment. Offering
excellent cuisine - alfresco style in a variety of romantic settings under the
baobab canopy - or perhaps a picnic on a wild island. Our lodges romantically
cater for special occasions such as honeymoons, anniversaries and birthdays.
Guests are surprised with moonlight dinners on a river sandbank, a private
candlelit dinner for 2 on your own deck or a champagne brunch at the historical
baobab.
Guests visiting the islands automatically contribute to the ongoing
community and conservation projects. One of the major contributions made by
Susuwe Island Lodge their commitment to nurturing relationships with the local
communities in order to promote and encourage the conservation of resources in
these areas. The ideals of game conservation and the practical needs of
resident communities have not always been at one.
Day 15
After a leisurely breakfast, we fly back to Windhoek.
Additional Information
Quotations
Quotations for trips such as the above will have to be
made collectively as a group. Please not that this exclusive, and your group
will be the only ones on the safari. Pricing will depend on the size of the
group, time of year and type of air charter required.
Availability
Booking subject to availability of service providers.
Alternative venues will be selected and proposed to you if the above are not available.
Size of group
The ideal group size for this safari is 6 friends.
This is the most economical group when it comes to private plane charter. A
minimum of 4 people is required.
The maximum number of people depends on accommodation availability.
Time of year
This is a rough guideline with which to decide when it
is best in Namibia.
Best for scenery – January to May
Best for game
viewing – June to November
Coldest months – June & July
Hottest
months – December & January
Contact details
You can contact Jofie Lamprecht:
Email: - huntnam@mweb.com.na
Mobile: - + 264 81 12 98765