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4 Day Skeleton Coast (Research Station) Fly In Safari

This safari has daily departures based on 2 or 4 guests travelling. The scenic flight from Palmwag to one of the most inhospitable and desolate, but hauntingly beautiful places in Namibia is an awesome experience in itself. Life on the Skeleton Coast is an ongoing struggle for survival, a coast of mammal skeletons, shipwreck sites, roaring dunes, windswept plains, seal colonies and wild desolation.

Day 1
This morning we fly from Palmwag (surcharge for a Twyfelfontein pick-up) into Puros in north western Namibia. Upon landing here, we are met by our guide from the Skeleton Coast Research Camp. We then depart in a 4x4 vehicle and head for camp via a 2 hour scenic drive, either arriving in camp in time for lunch, or having a picnic lunch en route. The afternoon is spent on a further introduction to the desert environs of the region, which includes a drive through dry riverbeds, gravel plains, natural springs and dunes, concluding with sundowners on the rugged coast near the loneliest grave in the world! Overnight in twin share permanent safari tents with en-suite bathrooms. (LD)

Days 2&3
After breakfast, we depart on the selected excursion for the day taking in the highlights of this harsh environment. Activities are usually full day nature drives with a picnic lunch, returning to camp in the evening. The areas we traverse are vast and excursions vary somewhat depending on weather, season, animal movements etc. Areas we may visit include the clay castles of the Hoarusib River, Rocky Point, seal colonies, cultural Himba villages, natural fresh water springs, lichen fields, roaring dunes and more. Our 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. Return to camp at sunset for dinner. (BLD)

Day 4
This morning, after a leisurely breakfast, we depart on a 2 hour scenic drive back to Puros. Here we board our departing light aircraft flight to Palmwag (surcharge for Twyfelfontein drop-off). (B)

2011 Rates
[valid until 30 November 2011]
For groups of 2 guests USD4,055 per person sharing
For groups of 4 guests USD3,805 per person sharing

USD395 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Price includes: 3 nights accommodation in permanent safari tents with en-suite bathrooms; return charter flights Palmwag - Puros & road transfers in 4x4 safari vehicle to camp; meals as stated on itinerary; 2 days of activities; services of a professional English speaking guide;

Price excludes: Personal travel insurance - this is compulsory; International flights to Namibia and airport taxes; any meals not included in the above itinerary; any entrance fees and excursions not included in the above itinerary; snacks/drinks; laundry; gratuities; items of personal nature; visa fees; BANK CHARGES

This safari is run by a local tour operator

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