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Exploring Etosha
4 Days - Self Drive

This quick and easy self drive itinerary takes you to Etosha, Namibia's premier game reserve, the itinerary is based within the National Park (though this is subject to availability and we may need to substitute accommodation for outside of the Park. Mid level accommodation. Naturally, this can be combined with other safaris to explore Namibia in more detail.

Day 1 Etosha National Park

Upon arrival in Windhoek you can collect your hire car and begin your journey. Today you will drive north up to Otjiwarongo and then onto Outjo before arriving at Anderson’s Gate, the gateway to Etosha National Park. Enjoy your first game drive to camp enjoy the waterholes and many animals that you see. Overnight in twin rooms on a bed and breakfast basis only.

Fighting Springbok in Etosha National Park

Giraffe in Etosha National Park

Day 2 Etosha National Park

This morning we recommend you get up early to be out of camp by sunrise for your morning game drive. This is an exceptional time to view the game inside Etosha as the animals, like us, are more active in the cooler parts of the day. Etosha National Park is renowned as one of the best game reserves in Africa, is a haven for wildlife and supports one of the most important ecological and wildlife systems on the continent. At 22,270km sq this huge park hosts an impressive collection of game including the white rhino and endangered black rhino, lion, cheetah, leopard, elephant, giraffe and numerous species of antelope as well as an impressive 340 species of birds - enough to keep any nature and wildlife enthusiast happy.Return to camp for the heat of the day, or alternatively you may like to continue your game driving to the next camp, Halali, where you can have lunch, take a swim, or sit by the waterhole. While near Halali we recommend that you take the time to visit the mighty Etosha Pan. This massive saltpan, once filled with water, can be seen from space and spans some 4500 sq km. Game drive back to camp arriving before sunset. Overnight in a twin room with en-suite bathroom on a bed and breakfast basis.

Day 3 Etosha National Park

Another early morning is recommended for a sunrise game drive. You may like to return to camp later this morning for a rest, swim, or to sit by the waterhole. Alternatively you can continue your game driving up the western side of the Etosha Pan, continuing to seek out the more elusive animals such as leopard and cheetah. Overnight in twin rooms with en-suite bathrooms on a bed and breakfast basis only. Should you wish, there is always the opportunity to join a guided game drive, run by the camp, however this is at your own expense.

Old bull elephant storming off into the sunset in Etosha National Park

Day 4 Windhoek

After breakfast, game drive to the gate and start your journey back to Windhoek, drop your car off and continue your travels.

2010 Rate with Toyota corolla or similar
Price to Chameleon based on 2 people/sharing
Per person N$4400
(Price valid until 31st October 2010)

2010 Rate with 2x4 Nissan X Trail or similar
Price to Chameleon based on 2 people/sharing
Per person N$5300
(Price valid until 31st October 2010)

Price Includes: accommodation and activities as stated; meals as stated; vehicle as above (0 excess); VAT; tourism levy;

Price Excludes: fuel; entry fees to national parks and places of interest; meals not included as per itinerary; visas; personal travel insurance; items of a personal nature; tips/gratuities; telephone calls and internet facilities; laundry; curios;

Vehicle hire – Budget Car Rental

Includes: Unlimited kms, Super CDW, Super theft loss waiver, personal accident insurance PAI inc Europ Assist; Stamp duty, VAT; airport surcharge; map, inbound guide;

Excludes: Refundable deposit; contract fee N$45; additional driver N$190/rental; young driver surcharge (18-20) N$135/rental; fine handling fee per occurrence N$195; claim admin fee N$480; baby/booster seats N$230/rental; cooler box N$150; jerry can N$30 (N$110/deposit); second spare wheel (N$1000 deposit) N$40/day; one way fees; windscreen and tyre waiver N$100/day; water, sand and undercarriage; valet for excessive dirt; lost keys call out fee N$350; towing if not mechanical; after hours call out (weekdays prior to 8am and after 18h00 and weekends prior to N$80 and after 13h00 – not applicable at airport) N$70;

Please note that this quote is based on the availability of both accommodation/vehicle and on the understanding that no accommodation/trip has been booked. Should we need to use alternative accommodation/trip the price and itinerary is subject to change.

This is just a suggestion please contact us for more information on this or other itineraries

X Trail - Car hire

Please note that this quote is based on the availability of standard accommodation and on the understanding that no accommodation/trip has been booked. Should we need to use alternative accommodation/trip the price and itinerary is subject to change. Accommodation quoted is within Etosha National Park – if we can only book the premier or waterhole chalets then price is subject to change.

This is just a suggestion please contact us for more information on this or other itineraries as well as other suitable car hire

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