Kaokoland & Kunene River

You depart from the Palmwag area to Sesfontein and Opuwo over the Sesfontein Pass.

The trail continues in a westerly direction and stops for a short visit at Kaoko Otavi. Encounter various Ovahimba families.

Camp will be set up on the banks of the Hoarusib River.

Overnight camping at the Hoarusib River (on Full Board basis)

Time and again one meets Ovahimba families and the guest will have, if not today, the opportunity to explore an Ovahimba village as well as a traditional hut.

You will have the opportunity to learn about the old customs and way of life of this nomadic tribe. The Ovahimba gratefully accept sugar, confectionery, tobacco and other trinkets as gifts.

Overnight in an open camp in the region of Orupembe, a large Ovahimba settlement.

Overnight camping in the Orupembe surrounds (on Full Board basis)

We continue into the western part of Kaokoland into the Marienfluss and Hartmann Valley. Our destination today is the Kunene River area.

Wild camping on full board in the valley or the banks of the Kunene River – all this in a relaxing atmosphere under lovely shady anatrees (Faidherbia albida) on the banks of the mighty Kunene River.

Overnight camping in the Kunene River surrounds (on Full Board basis)

Today guests are indulged with a guided 4×4 sightseeing tour, hike in the gorges and valleys of the Hartmann Valley and visit to an Ovahimba family in the vicinity of the camp.

The Hartmann Valley is unique and offers the guests the opportunity to enjoy, in perfect solitude; nature at its purest.

Overnight camping in the Hartmanns Valley (on Full Board basis)

Today we embark on our return journey to Palmwag. Via Orange Drum the journey takes us through the western Kaokoland to Orupembe. We traverse almost deserted contrasting landscapes, ranging from desert to the Kaokohighland.

Camping on the communal camp site at Purros.

Overnight camping at Purros (on Full Board basis)

After breakfast the journey continues in a southerly direction through the beautiful Hoarusib River Valley towards the Hoanib River. With a bit of luck the desert elephant can be sighted.

Camping in one of the many branches of the Hoanib River. Small herds of elephant often stroll past the camp unhindered.

Overnight camping in the Hoanib River surrounds (on Full Board basis)

Break up camp and game drive in search for elephants. After a short stop-over at Sesfontein, a one-time Schutztruppen outpost which functions as a lodge nowadays, the journey takes us back to the Palmwag area, where you continue your own journey.

• Travelling costs as per itinerary; activities, entrance- and park fees as specified;
• Accommodation on a shared basis;
• Meals as per itinerary;
• Mineral water en route;
• Experienced guiding in English or German;
• VAT and bed levy.

• Expenses of a personal nature, i.e. laundry, telephone, gratuities, souvenirs, etc.;
• Personal-, medical- and evacuation insurances;
• Additional activities;
• Alcoholic beverages and all drinks.

• Minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 participants are required for this guided tour;
• For 2 and 3 participants an extra surcharge applies;
• Services and accommodations are subject to availability at the time of booking;
• It is compulsory for all guests to have comprehensive cancellation-, default-, baggage-, emergency evacuation- and medical insurance for the duration of the trip;
• The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary;
• All relevant booking conditions of Namibia Tracks & Trails and/or any other booked services will apply to your travel arrangements;
• The relevant cancellation policy applies should you fail to join or start your safari/journey for any reason, including airline delays or missed connection. Please ensure you have adequate travel insurance for this purpose. You become liable for cancellation penalties immediately on confirmation of booking services;
• Passports must be valid (usually for at least 6 months after date of travel) and still have at least 3 blank visa (not endorsement) pages;
• All visa requirements must be fulfilled and these are your responsibility.