The 7 days southern camping adventure in Namibia takes one through the African essence along the lines of culture, wildlife and camping in the wild safaris that covers most of the southern Namibia.
DAY 1 : MARIENTAL
Kalahari Anib lodge is located 30 km north east of Mariental on the C20 (Kalahari) Savour the Kalahari Desert at this easily accessible lodge. 30 standard rooms flank a shady courtyard, with another 21 comfort overlooking Kalahari savannah. Stretch legs on the walks and join the afternoon drive to experience the red Kalahari sands glow with an inner fire.
DAYS 2 – 3 : FISH RIVER CANYON
After breakfast we will drive down south to Fish River Canyon. We will make a stop at the Giant’s Playground which is where massive dolerite boulders appear to have been purposefully placed on top of one another by a gigantic hand. You will also visit the Quiver Tree Forest which is a natural phenomenon that is well worth a visit. It is a natural forest of roughly 200 quiver trees, set on a large outcrop of blackish dolomite rocks. During your stay at Canyon Village you will have a chance to go see the Fish River Canyon, and relax and cool of at the beautiful swimming pool.
DAYS 4 – 5 : SESRIEM
As there is no accommodation at Sossusvlei, visitors to this desert wilderness are likely to end up staying at Sesriem, 65 kilometres away, where camps and lodges serve as a base from which to explore the dunes. Sesriem Canyon, a deep chasm carved through the rocks by water, is a striking natural feature of the area that is best explored on foot. Stony walls rise up sharply on both sides of the canyon, while birds roost in its crags and lizards dart along the ledges. The canyon’s name was coined when early settlers used it as a water source, using six lengths of leather (‘ses riem – six thongs) tied together to lower buckets into the water at the base of canyon.)
DAY 6 : SWAKOPMUND
Leaving the beautiful desert behind we journey into the coolness of the coast where you can experience the beautiful scenery of the dunes and the sea at the same time. You will be staying in Swakopmund, beautiful town filled with historical buildings and which offers every traveler something to enjoy. Here are many activities that can be done from sky-diving to quad biking or sliding down the dunes with a sand board. The highlighted activity is a boat cruise in Walvis Bay where you will visit the bird island, meet dolphins playing in the water and pelicans joining the cruise.
DAY 7: END OF ITINERARY
Spending the night under the southern night sky, out at the back of beyond in the African tree and shrub savannah of the Kalahari – this experience is offered by the Kalahari Anib Campsite. There are several dozen metres between the three sites, and each of them will be allocated to only one party (max. 4 persons) at a time. Each of the sites are equipped with a toilet, shower, basin and barbecue area as well as a shade roof and power point. Camping guests are welcome to use the swimming pool at Kalahari Anib Lodge (a 5 minutes’ walk) and to visit the restaurant and bar.
Canyon Roadhouse is located 20 km east of the Fish River Canyon on the C 37. Fill up with smiles at this innovative lodge that celebrates the good old days of the automobile. It offers peaceful slumber in 24 spacious rooms and boasts a pool, a campsite, a fuel station, an inviting terrace and the most extraordinary restaurant in southern Namibia.
SOSSUS OASIS CAMPSITE | SESRIEM
Luxury Camping at the Entrance to Sesriem and Sossusvlei. 12 Individually Shaded Camp Sites, each with its own toilet and shower facilities, kitchen wash-up basin, barbeque and electricity points. The Sossus Oasis Camp Site has a sparkling pool and within walking distance is a fully stocked shop and Internet café. The Sossus Oasis Service Station Shop offers snacks, drinks, ice, groceries, wood, toiletries, curios, clothing as well as fuel and a tyre workshop service. The nearest restaurant is situated at the adjacent Sossusvlei Lodge. Exciting desert activities like Guided Excursions to Deadvlei and Sossusvlei, Elim dune walks, Sundowner Trips, Quad Buggy Nature Drives and magnificent Scenic Flights over the dunes and coast can be booked at the Sossusvlei Lodge Adventure Centre. Treasure the ambience of the Namib Desert under star studded skies to the tune of the Barking Gecko and the far cry of a jackal.
Recently upgraded and under new management the campsite has a large communal lawn area, braai areas, hot showers and wash up areas. Located at the Swakopmund River Mouth, mere metres from the beach, Tiger Reef is a neat campsite with lovely private sites and sprawling communal lawn.
