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SWAS 7E - THE TRIBES OF NORTHERN NAMIBIA

DAY 1

ROUTE

In the morning departure from Windhoek to the north. At Okahandja – the former tribal center of the Herero people and old mission station – visit some Herero graves, the cemetery of the German Schutztruppe and the Kavango woodcarver’s market. Via Otjiwarongo and Otavi drive to Tsumeb. The “Cultural village”, being an Open Air Museum , invites tourists to get an insight into the rural life of Namibian tribes. It displays the life of the majority of Namibians and tell about their history and culture, shows their work and skills in arts and crafts. A visit to the Mine museum is also planned. Lunch en route.

OVERNIGHT

Dinner/bed/breakfast Makalani Hotel

DAY 2

ROUTE

After breakfast depart to Farm Hedwigslust, the home of the Ombili foundation. Attempts are made to teach Bushmen (350 are living on the farm) to get used to sow, maintain and harvest – become “farmers” and no longer hunters because their base of living, game, is extinct. As the Ombili foundation is financing this project through donations, a gratitude of app. N$ 50.00 is very welcome. Afterwards continue to Mokuti Lodge at the border of the Etosha Nationalpark for a light lunch.In the afternoon Game drive in Etosha Nationapark.

OVERNIGHT

Dinner/bed/breakfast Mokuti Lodge

DAY 3

ROUTE

Drive north to Ovamboland, the most densely populated region of Namibia (app. 600 000 people. The Ovambo are divided into 8 sub-tribes. First stop will be the Nakambale Museum at Olukondo, that represents the present and the past of the role of the Finnish Mission, the church and the local cultures. Visit the Ngonga homestead, observe a demonstration of wheat-crushing, basket-weaving, hair-plaiting, traditional dancing and music etc. A traditional lunch will be served. Afterwards proceed to Oshakati via Ondongwa.

OVERNIGHT

Dinner/bed/breakfast Oshakati Country Lodge

DAY 4

ROUTE

Travel through the western Ovamboland. The landscape is characterized by flat, sandy plains dotted with Makalani palms, savannah grasslands and Mopane woodlands. Different attractions will be visited. Continue to Opuwo via Ruacana. Lunch packs en route.

OVERNIGHT

Dinner/bed/breakfast Opuwo Country Lodge

DAY 5

ROUTE

Today a typical Himba settlement will be visited. The Himba, a sub-trive of the Herero – are nomads who are still living their old tradition and culture. Their cattle is their wealth and so they are roving around the area to feed them. That’s why there are several deserted settlements to be seen along the way. A local guide, accompanying the group, will negotiate a visit to a “Kraal” with the headman of the trive and will explain the lifestyle and the culture of the Himba. Afterwards return to Opuwo und proceed in southern direction to Hobatere Lodge at the western border of the Etosha Nationalpark. In the afternoon a game drive will take place.Lunchpacs en route.

OVERNIGHT

Dinner/bed/breakfast Hobatere Lodge

DAY 6

ROUTE

Travel through the western part of Etosha Nationalpark. The oryx and many other antelopes prefer this region. West of Okaukuejo is the well known “Sprokieswoud”, Phantom or Fairy Forest, the only location where the African Moringa tree grows in a flat area. Lunch pac’s en route. Game viewing continues. At the floodlit waterhole wildlife can be viewed throughout the day as well as at night.

OVERNIGHT

Dinner/overnight/ breakfast Okaukuejo Restcamp

DAY 7

ROUTE

Short game drive in the morning before leaving the Etosha Nationalpark. Return to Windhoek via Outjo, Otjiwarongo and Okahandja. Lunch en route. Arrival in Windhoek in the afternoon.

DEPARTURES

Nov (17), Mar (02,30), Apr (27), Jun (08,29), Aug (03,24), Sep (21), Oct (19)

RATES

Price per person sharing: N$ 14 220,00 Single Supplement: N$ 1 110,00
(Valid from 01.11.2008 - 31.10.2009)