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The three-day Etosha Link has been designed to give you a quick “wildlife snapshot” to Namibia’s premier Big Game location, Etosha National Park. Guaranteed departures every Saturday of the year, with a minimum of two people. There is no single supplement, and the price is virtually fully inclusive of everything you will need whilst travelling with us. The style is limited participation, assisted camping with the participation limited to only helping with the tents. Collection time is between 08:00 & 08:30 from anywhere within the Windhoek city limits.
Itinerary
Windhoek – Okaukuejo camp, Etosha National Park (450 km) (LD) (camping)
You will be collected between 08:00 & 08:30 A long drive this morning, we will travel north passing through farmland and stopping at small towns along the way, we aim to arrive at the main camp in Etosha, Okaukuejo, Etosha in the middle afternoon. After entering Etosha we game drive our way through to the Okaukuejo camp where we will check in and make camp. After your evening meal there are still more chances to see Etosha's big game at Okaukuejo’s floodlit waterhole, situated on the boundary of our camp and easily reachable on foot Okaukuejo is famous for its waterhole, which has been described as one of the "best game viewing opportunities in Southern Africa". Situated on the doorstep of our camp, black rhino, elephant, lion and numerous species of antelope are usually seen.
Okaukuejo – East Etosha, Namutoni region (BLD) (camping)
A full day's game driving today and we leave early to enjoy the cool morning air as we game drive our way through Etosha to Halali camp, situated in the middle of the park. Along the way we visit several waterholes and are afforded splendid views of the massive Etosha Pan. The game viewing is usually excellent and we have the chance to tick off a few new species that are not normally seen on the Okaukuejo side of the park. We stop at Halali camp for a rest and a leisurely lunch and there is time to visit the Halali waterhole and to make use of the swimming pool and bar facilities before continuing to the eastern side of the park and our camp in the Namutoni region.
East Etosha – Windhoek (500km) (BL)
A long transit back to Windhoek, we are travelling on the main road, passing through towns and rural areas and we will make time to make a stop in the small town of Okahandja, the home of Namibia’s largest wood carving market. The stalls operated on a local co-operative basis and are one of the best places to shop for truly Namibian souvenirs. We are due back into the city around 16:00 and you will be dropped off at your accommodation on our return.
Included in the package
All transport 3 Meals a day (unless differently specified) Tap drinking water Tea & coffee in camp All camping equipment Park entrance fees Camping fees Professional guide Pick up & drop off from accommodation in Windhoek.
Excluded
Sleeping bag (can be hired) Personal travel insurance Alcoholic beverages Soft drinks Useful to bring with you: Towel, torch, water bottle, hat.