EXPLORE Kglagadi Transfrontier Park and The Red Dune Kalahari, driving along dry Riverbeds and via Stampriet, to Spreetshoogte Pass, overlooking the Namib Desert. Stay on the farm of Boesman of Sossus-on-foot and experience life-changing excursions with him. Visit Sossusvlei, Deadvlei and Sesriem Canyon Experience the Tiras Mountains and stay on the Koiimasis Ranch. Experience the Wild Horses of Klein Aus Vista and Kolmanskop nearLuderitz.
From Upington to Dreghorn Game and Guest Farm near Askham. First Red Dunes and typical Kalahari scenery.
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘Braai’
Accommodation: Dreghorn Luxury Tented chalets(DB&B)
We depart early and drive along the ancient Molopo river-bed into The Kglagadi Transfrontier Park. Brunch at a picnic site.
Game watching while we drive to Nossob Campsite.
Overnight: Nossob Campsite – Camping with ablutions
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘Braai’ (DB&B)
At leisure with game drives or relaxing at the camp waterhole
Overnight: Nossob Campsite – Camping with ablutions
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘Braai’ (DB&B)
We leave for Mata Mata, via the dune-route, while game watching with beautiful Kalahari scenery.
Overnight: Mata Mata Campsite - Camping with ablutions
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘Braai’(DB&B)
At leisure with game drives or relaxing at the camp waterhole
Overnight: Mata Mata Campsite – Camping with ablutions
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘Braai’ (DB&B)
We leave after a leisurely breakfast in camp and drive all along the dry Olifants River bed via Gochas to Stampriet. We visit Anib Kalahari Lodge for a drink in their well-known Kalahari Bar, before we leave for Koha Guest Farm near Mariental
Accommodation: Koha guest Farm – En- Suite Rooms (DB&B)
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘Braai’
After breakfast we drive via Kalkrand, following the back-roads via Lepel to Spreetshoogte Pass. The Pass connects the Namib Desert with the Khomas Highland and is the steepest pass in Namibia with spectacular views of the adjacent Namib Desert.
Accommodation: Boesman’s Camp – En-suite Chalets (DB&B)
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘braai’
Excursion with Boesman (Gideon Jacobs a Namibia farmer who started Sossus-on - Foot), driving a circular route along a dry Riverbed to visit petrified dunes on his farm, with a picnic brunch. Visit Solitaire for afternoon Coffee and Apple Tart. Relax the rest of the afternoon at the chalets, overlooking a waterhole.
Accommodation: Boesman’s Camp – En-suite Chalets (DB&B)
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘braai’
Today we have an early start to reach the red dunes before sunrise. Visit Sossus Vlei and Dead Vlei. The Red Dunes are an unbelievable sight during early mornings. Afterwards we visit Sesriem Canyon in die Naukluft Park, and climb down the few steps into the Canyon. Eco Ventures Brunch at Dead Vlei (included)
Accommodation: Little Sossus Camp – Camping (DB&B)
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘braai’
Drive along the Naukluft Park and into Tiras Mountains to Aus. The Tiras Mountains is magnificent with colors changing all the time. Look out for Rhino and Zebra’s. We stop for a picnic breakfast along the way under a huge Camel Thorn Tree. Along the most scenic road in Namibia D707 to Klein Aus Vista.
Landscapes of granite mountains, dry riverbeds and sweeping plains awaits us on our way to Aus. Our destination borders on the Nama Karoo, and to the north on the dune sea of the Namib, where the Wild Horses roam.
Accommodation: Klein Aus Vista – Geistersclucht Cabin and camping (DB&B)
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘braai’
Today we drive through the ancient Namib Desert to Luderitz.
We visit Kolmanskop, the Ghost Town and walk along the waterfront at Luderitz. Lunch in town at a seaside restaurant (own account)
Relaxing afternoon after a stop at the View Point and waterhole, is always worthwhile!. Visit the concentration camp ruins just outside of Aus and explore the Eagle View Trail and war trenches.
Accommodation: Klein Aus Vista – Geistersclucht Cabin and camping (DB&B)
Dinner: Eco Ventures ‘braai’
Klein Aus Vista via Seeheim to Canyon RoadHouse. We stop for breakfast at Alte Kalkoven and a visit to the Lithops Project Nursery.
We leave after breakfast at Alte Kalkofen and drive along the B4 to Seeheim Hotel and via Holoog, to Canyon Roadhouse, from where we leave to the Hobas view point, overlooking the oldest Canyon in the world, The Fish River Canyon. We drive along the rim and explore the surroundings of The Fish River Canyon. Scenic drive to Norotshama River Lodge on the banks of the Orange River.
Accommodation: Norotshama River Resort Luxury rooms (B&B)
Dinner: Lodge Restaurant (own account)
Leave after an early breakfast via Noordoewer Border Post – or stay later
Back in South Africa and our drive home with drop off for passengers in CPT by 16:30
Highlights: Kglagadi, Spreetshoogte Pass, Excursion with Boesman from Sossus on Foot in the Namib Desert, Sossusvlei, Wild Horses of Klein Aus Vista, Kolmanskop and Luderitz. Fish River Canyon and the Orange River overlooking the Richtersveld Mountains.
WE PROVIDE
ACCOMMODATION - Combination of TENTS AND CHALETS/LODGE
We provide camping gear
Dome tents 3m x3m x 1.82m high- go together with a light, a stretcher, mattress and bedside table.
Upgrade to chalets, with no camping is available
MEALS
Our fully equipped BUSH kitchen (including crockery, cutlery and coffee mugs) will treat you with a hearty breakfast that varies from continental to bacon/boerewors and eggs.
Dinner is always around a camp fire – South African Braai/Potjie experiences and homecooked meals like bobotie. Always accompanied by fresh salad and vegetables.
COFFEE Station – tea and coffee are yours to enjoy in camp – with early morning homemade rusks
ICE Bucket is ready before Wine O’Clock for sundowners.
SUPPORT Vehicle with Guides and 2-way radios for each vehicle
YOUR ESSENTIAL LIST
SELF DRIVE with own vehicle
Own 4x4 Vehicle or 2x4 with good ground clearance and off-road tyres. Own Alcoholic beverages/ refreshments, drinking water and snacks. Sleeping bag, pillow and your own camp chairs. Park entry fees, Road Tax and Restaurant meals as per itinerary.
YOUR ESSENTIAL LIST
AS PASSENGER WITH ECO
Transport in Double Cab 4x4 Vehicle
Sleeping bag, pillow and alcoholic beverages/refreshments and your own snacks.
Park entry fees and restaurant meals as per itinerary.
