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Another superb drive along the western edge of the Naukluft range and on into the scenic extremes of the Kuiseb river canyon. Granite landscapes morph into lunar ones until finally we reach the coastline of Walvis Bay. It is not unusual to see large flocks of flamingos in the tranquil waters of the Walvis Bay lagoon area . The road then turns north for 35 Km before arriving at the coastal 'resort' of Swakopmund. We stay in a guesthouse here in the heart of the town and that evening plan the many activities for the next day.

Swakopmund vies with Victoria Falls as the adventure capital of Southern Africa. Choose between quad biking, fishing, sand boarding, or scenic flights. Also enjoy some fine fish cuisine and German teashops. Lunch is normally supplied on the various optional activities that you may partake in.

Leave the relative civilization of Swakopmund and continue north along the rugged coastline to one of the largest cape fur seal colonies along the west coast of Namibia at Cape Cross. In 1486 the first European Diego Cao set foot here in South West Africa and erected a cross in honour of John 1 of Portugal to memorize this historical event. Between 80,000 to 100,000 seals are present here throughout the year. The journey continues past the largest mountain range of Namibia , the Brandberg, to Twyfelfontein. This world heritage site hosts the largest collection of rock art, rock engravings and rock paintings in Africa and will be the highlight of today's journey. The scenery is incredible, the views (and walking) outstanding and the serenity unequalled.

Here is where the safari really begins. The Palmwag Lodge private concession area is reached after a scenic drive through deserts and canyons that would not disgrace anything in the mid-west of the US. Encounter with the first free living game in Namibia in the 450,000 hectare concession with spectacular scenery, free living game and absolute privacy. Our camp for tonight is set up in the wild in a scenic, sheltered location deep in the heart of the concession area

These may well be some of the best days of your life. The Palmwag concession offers great chances of seeing the desert adapted black rhino and desert elephant ( best in dry season- June to January) and plenty of other plains game. There is also no one else there apart from small communities of Damara people on the eastern edge.
The scenery is staggering in this untouched and unspoilt piece of haven and the guides will ensure that everyone has plenty of time to fully immerse themselves in it. As the trail leads deeper into the north, faraway into this pristine, savage Eden - there are the Himba. Stops are made en route to pick up supplies like mealie, flour, sugar and other staples to present to this remarkable tribe. The Himba are a nomadic tribe, they are not used to the trappings of civilization. They are also among the most beautiful in Africa with a hugely fascinating heritage. There is plenty of time to interact with them and photography is not a problem. Kaokoland is incredible, featured quite recently in the BBC's Hairy Bikers, it is difficult to do justice to it by text or photographs, but if you imagine early sun lighting up surrounding burnished hills and small dome shaped huts standing in their shelter you will have some idea. It is a glimpse of what most have left behind but still, although precariously, their traditions rema

See day 7 for Itinerary

See day 7 for Itinerary

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A short morning game drive follows the entry into Etosha Park through the western gate, Otjivasondu. We have two days to enjoy this park properly. Etosha is based around the major waterholes of Okakuejo and Halali but there are bounteous, fertile waterholes throughout the park, and predator sightings are fantastic as well as rhinos and elephants. The vehicles are perfectly designed for game driving here but as much enjoyment can be had by sitting by one of the large waterholes which are right by our camps.

A full day of game viewing in Etosha.

A final morning game drive before driving south to Windhoek; end Windhoek.