Short Skeleton Coast | Namibia | The Skeleton Coast

One of the finest, most memorable experiences imaginable, whether to mark a special occasion or as a personal treat. The scenic flight is an awesome experience in itself, as you fly over one of the most desolate, but hauntingly beautiful, places in Namibia. Once at the 'simply luxurious' camp, activities vary somewhat, depending on weather, season, animal movements etc. You may visit the clay castles of the Hoarusib River, Rocky Point, coastal shipwreck sites, seal colonies, cultural Himba villages, natural fresh water springs, lichen fields, and the roaring dunes.

Meals	Full Board & Activities
Accommodation	Upmarket bush camp
Departure Dates	Every Wednesday
Transport	Light aircraft transfer to Skeleton Coast, 4x4 vehicles for activities on the ground
Price Includes	Meals and accommodation as shown in text, transport, services of a pilot/guide, all park and entrance fees
Price Excludes	International flights, visas, items of a personal nature, meals not specified
Minimum Number	2
Climate	Desert climate with hot summers and warm winters
Best time to go	Suitable all year round - ideal from April to October
Health Requirements	Anti-Malarial precautions essential
Combines well with	Best of Namibia Wing Safari Namib Desert
Other Ideas
Notes	12kg luggage restriction. Direct Air Namibia flights on Saturday, returning Friday. Via Frankfurt on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, returning via Frankfurt Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday. Also via Johannesburg daily.

Day 1 : 3 nights, Skeleton Coast Camp, Skeleton Coast
The flight from Windhoek (2 ½ hrs) to Skeleton Coast Camp takes you northwest over the interior plateau of Namibia. We fly over the striking geological features of Damaraland, over craters of long-dead volcanoes and meteorite impact sites meeting the coastline at the Hoarusib River mouth. From there we do some low level flying along the coast as far as Rocky Point, viewing the coastal plains and dunes from the air. Arrive in time for lunch and settle into camp on the Khumib River. An afternoon introduction to the desert environs of the region includes a drive through dry riverbeds, gravel plains, natural springs and dunes. This camp is built in a sheltered bend on the dry Khumib River, within the private concession of the Skeleton Coast National Park. Because of the uniqueness and vastness of this area, most activities are done in 4x4 vehicles that are closed to the elements. All vehicles have pop-top roofs and sliding windows to enjoy the fine weather. There is however plenty of opportunity to walk and stretch your legs too. Activities include either full day nature drives or walks with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the evening, or half day nature drives or walks returning to camp for lunch and venturing out again in the afternoon. Excursions may include visits to the clay castles of the Hoarusib River, Rocky Point, the roaring dunes, lichen fields, seal colonies, Himba villages, shipwreck sites and secret water seeps that attract game like Oryx, Springbok, Giraffe, Ostrich, Brown Hyena, Jackal and other smaller mammals. Walking also plays a part in the activities; due to the pristine nature of this area many parts are accessible only on foot, as vehicle tracks can damage the environment. Many specially adapted species of plants like Lithops and Welwitschia can be visited in this way.

Day 2 : Touring along the Skeleton Coast
On Days 2 and 3, we depart on the selected excursion for the day after breakfast, taking in the highlights of this harsh environment. Activities are either full day nature drives or walks with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the evening, or half-day nature drives or walks returning to camp for lunch and venturing out again in the afternoon. Your guide also provides an in-depth look at the specially adapted reptiles, birds, insects and plants that have evolved over the ages to survive in this seemingly inhospitable place. We return to camp at sunset for dinner.

Day 4 : Flight to Windhoek
On the morning of departure guests may either spend their time at leisure in and around camp, or go on a regular early morning activity returning with ample time to pack and have lunch. At lunchtime depart for Windhoek by light aircraft, flying over the interior of Namibia.

	1 Jan 2008 to 30 Nov 2008	1 Dec 2008 to 31 Dec 2008
Per person sharing	ZAR R 31,453	ZAR R 34,605

Prices may be based on current exchange rates and are subject to change prior to booking.

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