Namibia: The Magic South

Kalahari Desert - Fish River Canyon - 460km drive

Leave the Kalahari dunes behind you and travel onwards via isolated hills and endless rocky plains to the Quiver Tree Forest. Here you will find over 250 of these indigenous aloes in a single area. Later, carry on to the Fish River Canyon. Set in a harsh, rocky plain dotted with drought resistant plants, the canyon is undoubtedly one of earth's rare natural wonders.

 Accommodation: Fish River Lodge

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Dinner

Fish River Canyon - Orange River

In the morning, you will travel south to the Orange River, forming the natural border to South Africa. Your lodge is situated directly along the calm flowing water, and offers exceptional birding and walking opportunities.

The more adventurous have the option of exploring the river and its beautiful environment on a canoe. As the river does not serve as a habitat for crocodiles or hippos, guests also have excellent opportunities to cool off in the Orange River.

Accommodation: Norotshama River Lodge

INCLUDES : Breakfast

Luderitz

A full day can be used for excursions in and around Lüderitz, where the highlights include a visit to Kolmanskop. Another highlight of the area is Diaz Cross, a commemoration to the first European sailor who sailed past the point in 1487 and erected a cross to mark this important point in history.

You can also do a full day excursion into the prohibited Tsau//Khaeb National Park area to visit the awe-inspiring Bogenfels rock arch. Lüderitz also offers daily marine cruises on a Catamaran to experience the islands and Namibia’s only viewable African Penguin colony.

Accommodation: Luderitz Nest Hotel

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Dinner

Sossusvlei

The best time to experience the Sossusvlei area is at sunrise when the light paints the dunes and desert palette into deep red, apricot and purple. From Sossusvlei, you can visit Dead Vlei, a surreal white clay pan surrounded by monumental dunes and dotted with age-old Camelthorn trees. On the way back, visit the Sesriem Canyon.

Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Dinner