Namibia

Namibia is a land difficult to adequately describe. It is a harsh and dramatic landscape that is magnificent, awe-inspiring, and even sublime. The enchantment of this desert wilderness is beyond description. One experiences vast vistas of sand, granite, and silence. Namibia is the epitome of stark beauty. One begins with the magnificence of the great Fish River Canyon, second only the Grand Canyon in scale. To the west of the country sand dunes stretch for miles, terminating in the icy waters of the Atlantic.  Mountains and hills of shattered granite are seen in every direction. And the ethereal red dunes and bleached white vlies (bone-dry former lake beds) of Sossusvlai make it one of the great wonders of the natural world.

Note: While not physically demanding, this extension entails long driving days on dusty, unpaved roads. The pace is demanding. Of the 6 nights, 4 are single night stops. Moreover, while Imprint endeavors to hire sturdy vehicles in good repair, Namibia is particularly hard on vehicles and breakdowns and/or replacements due occur.

Day 1 Clanwilliam
Cederberg Wilderness
A  post breakfast departure from Capetown begins our Namibia extension/tour. A brief stop as we depart the city allows a photo op and view back to Table Mountain across the Bay. We’ll drive through the hills of southern South Africa to our first destination, Clanwilliam, gateway to the Cederberg Mountains. We’ll have time to visit the nearby Cederberg Wildernsess Area to do some easy hiking, see the ancient San Rock Art, and photograph the famously picturesque rock formations. Leopards are known to have been seen in this area as well.
Clanwilliam Hotel (1 night)

Day 2 Orange River
Today is largely a travel day as we make our way to the Orange River which serves as the Namibian border. Upon arrival we can relax in our lovely riverside bungalows or have a sunset drink by the hotel pool as the river meanders by below us. Dinner together at our hotel.
Felix Unite Camp Provenance (1 night)

Day 3 Fish River Canyon
Canoe trip; Fish River Canyon
After breakfast we’ll indulge in a leisurely paddle as we travel by canoe on the Orange River. In the afternoon we’ll drive to nearby Fish River Canyon, the largest canyon in Africa and second largest in the world. Hopefully there will be time for a quick, easy hike along the canyon rim upon arrival. Later we’ll take in another perfect African sunset with the magnificent views from the canyon rim.
Canyon Lodge (1 night)

Day 4 Sossusvlei
Today is another travel day as we have lots of miles to cover. But our goal is the highlight of southern Namibia – magnificent Sossusvlei, home to the globe’s highest sand dunes and ethereal vlies.
Quiver Camp (2 nights)

Day 5 Sossusvlei
Sossusvlei; Sesreim Canyon
Today is our desert activity day. An early start will allow us to enjoy the early golden light that electrifies the redish sands of Sossusvlei’s magnificent dunes. Our destination is Dead Vlei with its stunning, picturesque black petrified trees, backed by the golden dunes and blue desert skies. We’ll finish off our morning at with an easy hike through Sesriem Canyon, carved millions of years ago by the Tsauchab River. This is an absolutely spectacular photographic day – the clear highlight of the extension. In the afternoon we can arrange an optional scenic flight.

Day 6 Windhoek
This day will be mostly spent driving the edge of the Namib Naukluft National Park on our way north to Windhoek. The Namib-Naukluft Desert is an ancient land with an ageless spirit. It is home to some of the rarest plant and animal species in the world. The animals of this harsh landscape include the Oryx, springbok, Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra, leopards, and cheetahs.
Klein Windhoek Guesthouse (1 night)

Day 7 Tour Over
Tour over after breakfast. Imprint will assist with airport transfer arrangements.

[Itinerary details and hotels subject to change]

What’s Included:
6 night’s accommodation; All breakfasts, 3 dinners, 2 lunches; All tour transport by safari vehicle; All tips (tour director, local guides, drivers, group meals, hotel staffs); Full-time services of South Africa tour director; All entrances: Cederberg, Fish River Canyon NP, Sossusvlei; All activities: Cedarberg hike, Orange River canoe excursion, Fish River Canyon overlook, Sesriem Canyon hike, and more

Important Exceptions:
Tour participants are responsible for the cost of drinks, free-time sightseeing, meals not covered in the itinerary, and visas. See our Terms and Conditions for important details regarding everything listed above.