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2 Weeks in Namibia - Our Itinerary and Lodges/B&Bs
Understanding the "real price" when booking an accommodation is a bit difficult
if you do the booking by yourself (and not through a tour operator or travel agent).
- Prices in Namibia are often quoted as "per person per night". This does not give a clear indication of the cost
per room for a couple - so we will quote the full real cost for the room per night for two adults.
- Many price quotes do not include 15% VAT or 2% NTB levy. We have, whenever possible, included this in the
prices below; 17% can make a difference. :-)
- Some lodges include a full dinner with their offer. Please see our comments.
- Waiters at restaurants expect a 10% tip as this is often the only income for the staff. This has not been included in the prices for restaurants.
All prices correct as of December 2006.
Prices given in Namibian Dollar (N$). To get a rough Euro amount, a (very rough) indication is to devide the N$ amount by 10.
For current exchange rates or for other currencies (e.g. US$) we recommend to use the FXConverter by Oanda.com.
Please note that we can not guarantee the correctness of any of these prices today.
The estimated driving times are based upon our sedan type car (VW Polo Classic 1.6), not based upon a sturdy 4x4.
Thus, we were significantly slower than other vehicles. Obviously, the driving time depends also on your driving style and
the time you take for stops. But our estimate should provide you a first indication.
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Days
1 and 2
Windhoek
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Accommodation
Restaurants
- Joe's Beerhouse
160 Nelson Mandela Avenue
Eros
Windhoek
Tel./Fax: +264 (0) 61-232457
Web http://www.joesbeerhouse.com
Prices: e.g. Zebra Steak N$ 75.50 incl. tax
The Zanzig.com Rating: ***** (unmissable)
TIP: Reservation is highly recommended for this place
- Grand Canyon Spur
251 Independence Avenue
Windhoek
Tel./Fax: +264 (0) 61-231003
Prices: e.g. Beef Burger with Salad N$ 37.95 incl. tax
The Zanzig.com Rating: *** (good)
What to do
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Day 3
Otjiwarongo
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Accommodation & Restaurant
Estimated Driving Time
- from Windhoek to the Otjibamba Lodge, with stop in Okahandja:
4 to 5 hours (320 kilometers)
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Day 4
Etosha-
Aoba-
Lodge
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Accommodation & Restaurant
What to do
- Refuel your car in Tsumeb
- See Lake Oshikoto
- Sundowner with Georg at the Etosha-Aoba-Lodge (N$150 pP)
- Buy "Map of Etosha" by Joy Frandsen, in Tsumeb or at the Lodge (N$40)
Estimated Driving Time
- from the Otjibamba Lodge to the Etosha Aoba Lodge, including stops in Tsumeb and Lake Oshikoto:
5 to 6 hours (300 kilometers)
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Day 5
Halali
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Accommodation & Restaurant
- Halali Rest Camp
National Wildlife Resorts Ltd.
Etosha National Park
Namibia
Tel: +264 (0) 61-236975
Fax: +264 (0) 61-224900
Mail: reservations@nwr.com.na
Web http://www.nwr.com.na
N$ 500 double room incl. BF and taxes per night
Dinner buffet N$ 110 per person
The Zanzig.com Rating: ***** (unmissable)
Note: The accommodation was "fair", and the restaurant was "good", so we usually would not issue the
"unmissable" rating for this accommodation. However, the overall experience here at the quiet camp and the ability
to rest in the middle of the Etosha National Park, complete with flood-lit waterhole within
walking distance, this is indeed "unmissable". Thus, we strongly recommend to stay at least one night (better: two or three nights) in
one of the rest camps at the Etosha Park.
Note: Entrance fees to the Etosha National Park are not included in accommodation price. These are N$80 per person per full day,
plus N$ 10 per vehicle once, tax-free.
(We paid 4 x N$ 80 + N$ 10 = N$ 330 for our stay in Etosha.)
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Day 6
Okaukuejo
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Accommodation & Restaurant
What to do
- Refuel your car in Okaukuejo!
- See Outjo (on your way to Twyfelfontein)
- See the Vingerklip Rock, on your way to Twyfelfontein, N$ 10
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Day 7
Twyfelfontein Lodge
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Accommodation & Restaurant
What to do
- Refuel your car at the Twyfelfontein Country Lodge!
- See the Twyfelfontein rock engravings, N$ 70
Estimated Driving Time
- from the Okaukuejo to the Twyfelfontein Country Lodge, including stops in Outjo and at the Vingerklip:
6 to 7 hours (350 kilometers)
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Days
8 and 9
Swakopmund
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Accommodation
Restaurants
- The Tug
Strand Street Promenade
Swakopmund
Namibia
Tel./Fax: +264 (0) 64-402356
Mail: tug@iafrica.com.na
A la carte, e.g. Grilled Salmon Steak N$ 68 incl. taxes
The Zanzig.com Rating: ***** (unmissable)
TIP: Reservation is highly recommended for this place
- Ocean Basket
Strand Hotel
Swakopmund
Namibia
Tel.: +264 (0) 64-401102
A la carte, e.g. Platter for one N$ 69 incl. taxes
The Zanzig.com Rating: *** (good)
Estimated Driving Time
- from the Twyfelfontein Country Lodge to Swakopmund, including stops in the Skeleton Coast National Park and Henties Bay:
8 to 9 hours (430 kilometers)
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Days
10 and 11
Namib Desert Lodge
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Accommodation & Restaurant
Recommended Stops enroute
- Walvis Bay and Pelican Point
- Vogelfederberg (permit required, N$ 100)
- Kuiseb Canyon (permit required, same as above)
- Kuiseb Canyon Bridge on C14
- Solitaire
Estimated Driving Time
- from Swakopmund to the Namib-Desert-Lodge, including stops in Walvis Bay, at the Vogelfederberg, the Kuiseb Canyon and the
Kuiseb Canyon Bridge, and Solitaire:
8 to 9 hours (330 kilometers)
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Day 12
Sesriem
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Accommodation & Restaurant
What to do
- Sundowner Trip at the Sossusvlei Lodge (N$ 165 pP)
- 90 min. Scenic Flight with Desert Air (N$ 6770, two passengers)
- Visit Sesriem Canyon
- Visit The Sossusvlei (permit required, N$ 80 pP, N$ 10 per car)
- Use the shuttle service for the last 5 kilometers (N$ 90 pP)
Estimated Driving Time
- from the Namib-Desert-Lodge to Sesriem:
1 hour (60 kilometers)
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Day 13
Mariental
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Accommodation & Restaurant
Estimated Driving Time
- from Sesriem to the Kalahari-Anib-Lodge, including a stop in Maltahöhe:
5 to 6 hours (450 kilometers)
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Day 14
Windhoek
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Accommodation
What to do
- Visit Hardap Recreation Resort (permit required, N$ 40 pP, N$ 10 per car)
Estimated Driving Time
- from the Kalahari-Anib-Lodge to Windhoek, including a three-hour stop at the Hardap Recreation Resort:
6 hours (270 kilometers)
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Two final tips for planning your trip to Namibia
1. The itinerary above is perfectly valid, and we would recommend this to everyone who is planning a two-week trip to Namibia.
We would, however, suggest one change: If you arrive in Windhoek in the morning, just stay for one night there (instead
of two nights) and spend one additional night (three instead of two) directly in the Etosha National Park. Windhoek is a beautiful city,
but all the attractions can be visited on one afternoon and the next morning. Etosha, on the other hand, is a truly unique
once-in-a-lifetime experience.
2. Please read our second page containing more tips for your trip to Namibia. :-)
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*****
unmissable |
You will definitely miss an outstanding experience if you don't do/book this. Will provide you good memories. Best value for money. Fantastic! |
****
very good |
Clearly above average quality. Will give you a very good experience. High value for money. |
***
good |
Average quality and still recommended. A good experience and good value for money. Nothing to complain about, and you will not be disappointed. |
**
fair |
Below average quality and/or low value for money, but still acceptable. You will want to consider other options, though. |
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poor |
You will most likely be disappointed when booking this. Lowest value for money. Not recommended. |
We are in no way affiliated with or have been sponsored by the businesses listed
on this page.
We paid the actual price for the services received with no discounts whatsoever. |
| Cost Overview |
| Item |
N$ |
EURO |
| Flights from LTU (2 pax, Economy class, MUC-WDH-MUC) |
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1,668 € |
| Accommodation |
13,002 N$ |
1,394 € |
| Dining |
3,076 N$ |
330 € |
| National Park Fees |
600 N$ |
64 € |
| Excursions and Shuttle Services |
833 N$ |
89 € |
| Scenic Flight across Sossusvlei and the Namib-Naukluft-Park |
7,670 N$ |
822 € |
| Rental Car from Avis (two weeks, Class C) |
6,042 N$ |
648 € |
| Fuel (estimated) |
1,465 N$ |
157 € |
| Replacement Tyre |
620 N$ |
66 € |
| Other Cash Purchases (estimated) |
2,440 N$ |
262 € |
| TOTAL* |
35,746 N$ |
5,500 € |
| * Total N$ amount excludes flights which were paid in Euro in advance |
