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Get a sense of the sheer expanse of the 161 kilometres long Fish River Canyon on this tour.
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Admire the beauty of the second largest canyon in the world and one of the natural wonders in Namibia, the Fish River Canyon, on this flying tour. Take off from the Swakopmund airstrip, in the Namib Desert, and fly towards the Kuiseb Canyon running along the sea of flaming red and orange dunes. Look down at the landscape which resembles a golden sea dappled with red-orange triangular formations rising smoothly to meet the sky. Further ahead, you can spot, the awe-inspiring dunes at Sossusvlei.Rising to a height of 305 metres and stretching 480 kilometres along the Namibia Coast, the colours and shadows of these gigantic mountains of sand change by the hour from beige to rust-red to purple. On landing at the Fish River Canyon, which is 500 million years old, you drive up to a point in the north to enjoy a spectacular view of the 161 kilometre long gorge. If you are lucky, you could come across some small mammals like the rock-hopping Klipspringer Antelope, little dassies (rock hyrax) and baboons. Further on, you travel across the restricted area dotted with the remains of old diamond camps, towards Luderitz. Alternatively, you could land at this coastal town. A visit to the ghost town, Kolmanskop, is a must as it was once the richest towns in the world because of its diamond mines. In 1908, a railway worker had found a diamond here and this discovery had sparked off a diamond rush. Continuing over the ‘sea of sand’, you approach the shore at Conception Bay.Soaring along its coastline you will see the remains of a German passenger liner called Eduard Bohlen. Blended harmoniously with the powdery sands, it seems like the ship is sailing through the desert itself. Moving northward, you fly over the “Lange Wand”, a 500 feet high dune rising from the coastline. You are welcomed by a number of birds as the plane approaches Sandwich Harbour, a large saltwater lagoon, which is home to an incredible variety of birds and one of south Africa’s biggest bird sanctuaries. Travelling across the salt mines, you fly over the brilliant canvas of sand dunes meeting the Atlantic Ocean at Namibia’s only deep sea harbour, Walvis Bay. From the largest canyon to the highest dunes, from a ghost town to the only deep sea harbour, this vacation will let you appreciate the natural wonders in Namibia.
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Coastal Marine Cruise
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 Coastal Marine Cruise
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...creatures baking on the sun kissed sands. Home to innumerable seabirds, the coastline is dotted with spectacular colours. Enjoy a glass of bubbly or wine and fresh oysters as you soak...
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Sunrise Flight
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 Sunrise Flight
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...Dam, which has a capacity of 50 million cubic metres of water, and watch its water change colours from deep red to bright yellow as day breaks. Heading back to Windhoek, soar over...
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Crayfish Lunch On The Beach
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 Crayfish Lunch on the Beach
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...variety of dishes like grilled oysters with cheese and garlic, grilled crayfish with garlic and herb sauce, steamed asparagus rolled in smoked salmon (seasonal), seasonal vegetables...
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Pelican Point Tour
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 Pelican Point Tour
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...Here on this beach, you can have a romantic lunch comprising drinks oysters and snacks. At the backdrop is a relic of shipwreck, which will give you a true feel of being in an island....
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5 Day Northern Tour
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 5 Day Northern Tour
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...sites of rock art. You can also study the red imposing structures at Burnt Mountain and Organ Pipes. These structures are 120 million years old and are formed by the intrusion of volcanic...
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7 Day Classic Namibia Cultural Tour
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 7 Day Cultural Tour
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...who settled there. You must know the Namibian natives in and out by now. So why don’t you end this trip by going on an exciting game drive on the western part of Etosha. This...
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7 Day Southern Tour
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 7 Day Southern Tour
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...you on this trip. You will feel tiny as you stroll through the Quiver Tree Forest (Kokerboom). Travel to the second largest canyon in the world, Fish River Canyon. Just before Aus,...
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15 Day Classic Namibia Tour
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 15 Day Classic Namibia Tour
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...zebras, dainty springbok and elephants. Head towards Tsumeb, a mining town and you will halt at Namibia’s largest permanent natural lake, Otjikoto. It is here where the armies...
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Sossusvlei Tour
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 Sossusvlei Tour - STSV 3 B
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...to come. Continuing to Sossusvlei, an orange wavy sea of sand dunes, beckons you towards its sheer size and vibrant colours. Towering to a height of 305 metres and expanding 480 kilometres...
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Namibia Flying Safari
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 Namibia Flying Safari
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...be happy if you spot a wild bore at least, think again! With lions, rhinos, zebras, dainty springbok and elephants, game spotting is guaranteed! From leisure to scenic environs to wildlife to aquatic animals, this flying tour of Namibia will be a wonderful experience!
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Visions' Luxury Flying Safari
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 Visions' Luxury Flying Safari
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...Park. This 20,000 hectare Onguma Reserve is an expanse of savannah, bushveld, omuramba and dry pan. With a variety of wild animals and birds to explore, you won’t be left with...
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Paradox of the Namibia
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 Paradox of the Namib
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...So be careful where the wheels of your vehicle tread. ThisNamibian trip will help you answer why “Welwitschia” is called the “Paradox of the Namib”.
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Birding Tour in Walvis Bay
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 Birding Tour in Walvis Bay
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...do feed the birds at 'Bird Paraside’ and explore the beautiful expanse of Guano Island. The refreshing sight of birds and the cool waters of the lagoon will leave a lasting impression on you.
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Living Desert
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 Living Desert
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...it hunt for the aporasaura sand diving lizard. Don’t leave this desert until you spot the elusive palmato gecko. Being transparent, every vein that lines the body of this...
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Sand boarding & Stand-Up Sand boarding
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 Sand boarding & Stand-Up Sand boarding
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...If you are good at water surfing or snowboarding you must try this game. Applying the same principle, you will quickly pick up the art and easily slide down the dunes. Namib is reputed...
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Quad Biking
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 Quad Biking
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Up for a game of Quad Biking through the wild sandy expanse of Namib Desert? It will be not easy for the dunes of Namib Desert are the world’s highest. But try this game! Being...
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Dolphin Cruise
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 Dolphin Cruise
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...pass the huge colony of seals, you could offer them a bite even as you enjoy a glass of bubbly with delicious fresh oysters on the deck. Enjoy this Namibian trip as you cruise around Walvis Bay, making this a perfect family vacation!
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Horseback Riding
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 Horseback Riding
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...dust storms. Ride along the picturesque Swakop River that shimmers like a mirage in the vastness of Namib Desert. Its graceful contours cutting through the sandy terrain and the Barkan...
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Sailing with the dolphins
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 Sailing with the Dolphins
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...between the dunes of Namib Desert and the Atlantic Ocean, you board ‘Fairweather1’ and begin your journey into Namibia’s only deep sea harbour. Passing the...
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Township Tours
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 Township Tours
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...entertain you with their performances and dancing. Take this day trip for a glimpse of the Namibia’s culture, history and local folktales.
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Sossusvlei-Experience our premier flight!
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 SossusvleiExperience our premier flight!
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...dune rising from the coastline. You are welcomed by a number of birds as the plane nears the Sandwich Harbour, a large saltwater lagoon and home to an incredible variety of birds...
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Sossusvlei Day Excursion
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 Sossusvlei Day Excursion
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...the remains of a German liner which blends beautifully with the powdery sands, making it seem as thoughthe ship is sailing through the desert itself. Moving northward, imagine the...
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Diamond Camps & Shipwrecks
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 Diamond Camps & Shipwrecks
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...deep sea harbour, Walvis Bay, and continue over the guano-collecting wooden platform where the droppings of seabirds are collected to produce manure. After this informative and exciting...
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Sossusvlei Tour
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 Sossusvlei Tour - STSV 3 A
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...to blood red to deepest mauve. On reaching the ‘vlei’, a shallow depression (sometimes) filled with water, predominantly during the exceptional rainy season, encased...
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Skeleton Coast With Stop Over at Cape Cross Lodge
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 Skeleton Coastwith stop over at Cape Cross Lodge
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From turquoise waters and sparkling diamonds to the flora and fauna of Namibia, this flying tour will give you a glimpse of the best of Namibia. Take off from the Swakopmund airfield and fly inland, over the R
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Southern Tour and Etosha Tour
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 Southern Tour and Etosha Tour
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...the second largest canyon in the world, as breathtaking as the Grand Canyon. Just before Aus, you will stop at the POW camp and see the relics of the homes built by the prisoners....
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Swakopmund Quad Biking
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 Swakopmund Quad Biking
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...in quick successions and covers 35 kilometres. As for the composed lot, there are myriad photography prospects of the rare vegetation and if you are lucky then you might come across...
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Southern Tour and Desert Express
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 Southern Tour and Desert Express
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...Here in the midst of these 9-meter tall trees you might find cheetahs lurking nearby. You will find the second largest canyon in the world, Fish River Canyon as breathtaking as the...
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Cape Cross Tour
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 Cape Cross Tour
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...lighter female ones. If you see a seal zealously protecting 5 to 25 females do not be surprised. The male cape fur seals are very romantic and would do anything to protect their beloved....
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Sundowner Flight
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 Sundowner Flight
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...in the sky as you glide over 25,000 acres of bush covered hills of Khomas Hochland. Known for animals like kudu, Hartmann’s zebra and warthog, these hills are great for a hunting...
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Eros, Scenic Sossusvlei, Eros
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 Eros, Scenic Sossusvlei, Eros
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...capital city of Windhoek and fly towards the 2,347 metre high Gamsberg Mountains. As you fly closer, you’ll see the unique 2.3 kilometre plateau of the mountain. The tour continues...
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Coastal Catamaran Cruise
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 Coastal Catamaran Cruise
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...you will be informed about the Walvis Bay cultivated Oysters and also will get to taste some! The lighthouse in the distance will reveal its stature as you cruise closer to the...
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Sand boarding & Stand-Up Sand boarding
Surfed on ocean and on snow? Well everyone has done that too. So why not surf on sand now? Yes, At Namib Desert feel free to experiment your wild side and try a game of Sandboarding. If you are good...
Quad Biking
Up for a game of Quad Biking through the wild sandy expanse of Namib Desert? It will be not easy for the dunes of Namib Desert are the world’s highest. But try this game! Being one of the most...
Dolphin Cruise
Spend a perfect family vacation at the Walvis Bay, a port city with the Namib Desert on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other. Begin your cruise from the Walvis Bay Yacht Club, and on ski...
...of the artistically shaped and coloured dunes in the backdrop and somersaulting...
...in mind that you get the best view of azure waters and lofty dunes. While the setting...
...airport in Namibia’s capital city of Windhoek and fly towards the 2,347 metre...
...Growing in a narrow strip in the desert, it is definitely one of the strangest plants...
...Namibian tribal homesteads: Himba, Ovambo, Kavango, Carpivi, Herero, San, Damara...
...excite you on this trip. You will feel tiny as you stroll through the Quiver Tree...
...across the Spreetshoogte Pass and Solitaire to a lodge on the border of Namib Desert....
...trekkers who used six leather thongs to get a bucket to reach the water far below....
...of Etosha National Park. This 20,000 hectare Onguma Reserve is an expanse of savannah,...
...Club and begin your sojourn into Namibia’s only deep sea harbour. Moving along...
...very social, so join a group of these tall pink flamingos swimming in the waters. Watch...
...opportunity to explore the various life forms this desert supports.Home to many...
...game of Sandboarding. If you are good at water surfing or snowboarding you must...
...will be not easy for the dunes of Namib Desert are the world’s highest. But...
...the lighthouse you cruise closer to Pelican Point. With its jetty and coastline...
...saltpans and dust storms. Ride along the picturesque Swakop River that shimmers...
...up some authentic craftwork. The guide will give you a brief introduction on the...
...of sand change by the hour from beige to rust-red to purple. Flying over the forbidden...
...480 kilometres along the Namibia Coast at Sossusvlei. The colours and shadows...
...of a fishing trawler called Shaunee. Moving northward, as you fly over the “Lange...
...Sossusvlei, an orange wavy sea of sand dunes, beckons you towards its sheer size...
...this flying tour will give you a glimpse of the best of Namibia. Take off from...
...served on top of a Kalahari dune will definitely interest you. You will feel quite...
...colonialists in 1904. Sipping a pint of local “sundowner” served on...
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