Activities & Excursions

swakopmund

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
CONTENTS:

 

RELAXATION – MIND AND BODY

GUIDED TOURS

ACTION AND ADVENTURE

GOLF AND SWIMMING

Transfers

SCENIC FLIGHTS

 

 

VALID: 1.11.2006 – 31.10.2007

 






relaxation – mind & body

 

 

Massage Therapy                                                               

The Ultimate therapy for overstressed and tired muscular tension.  Relax with: Deep tissue massage, Sports massage, therapeutic massage, relaxation massage.

q      Back & Neck Massage              (30 min)           N$230.00

q      Leg, Back & Neck Massage(60 min)          N$300.00

q      Full body massage          (90 min)           N$384.00

q      Lymph Drainage Massage  (60 min)           N$384.00

 

Parafango Body Wrap

Experience the exciting regenerating powers of earth & sea.  Ideal for detox, circulation, and vibrancy.  Try this amazing therapy.

q      Full Body wrap                                           prices on request

q      Part Body wrap                                               prices on request

 

 

Reflexology & Meridian Therapy                       

The art of achieving health and harmony by activating reflex points on the feet through a deep therapeutic massage.  Experience this unique sensation.  Relax and allow the tension to drain from your body.

q      1 Hour                                           N$360.00

 

facial

Enjoy one and a half hours of pure indulgence.  Products used are Environ and Dr R A Edestein.

q      1 hour                                                    on request

 


 

GUIDED TOURS

 

Paradox of the Namib

The tour departs from the Hotel or any location in Swakopmund.  The safari travels through the Swakop River, a dry riverbed that seldom flows, to the  "Moon Mountains" allowing time to explore this area of deep chasms and interesting geological features before continuing to "Welwitschia Valley" where literally thousands of these fascinating plants litter the ground.  The Welwitschia plant was discovered in 1859 by Dr Friedrich Welwitsch and has been recorded as living to 1500 years.  It is the most talked about plant in the Botanical World and considered to be the Paradox of the Namib. Study some interesting lichens before returning to Swakopmund.

Time:                           09H00 – 13H00

                                    14H00 – 18H00

Pax 3 Min.                    N$ 495.00 per person

 

Birding Tour in Walvis Bay

The tour departs from any hotel or other location in Swakopmund. Walvis Bay and the off-shore islands were incorporated into the Republic of Namibia on March 1, 1994 after being governed by South Africa for a number of years.  The Walvis Bay Lagoon takes pride of place as regards scenic attractions in the area.  Thousands of Flamingos gather at these rich feeding grounds.  Altogether some  80 000 wading birds, including flamingos and rare white pelicans can be seen on the lagoon.  It is regarded as the most important wetland in Namibia.  On the return journey stop over at the Bird Paradise and the Guano Island.

Time:                           09H00 – 13H00

                                    14H00 – 18H00

Pax 3 Min.                    N$ 495.00 per person

                         

Sandwich Harbour

Via the Walvis Bay Lagoon, Bird Paradise, saltpans, Kuiseb Delta and dramatic Desert shoreline drive to Sandwich harbour. This is an ecological, ornithological and scenic phenomenon, which played and intriguing role in Namibia’s whaling history. One of the most difficult to reach places in the country and one of the most memorable. (Tour departures according to tide)

Pax 2                           N$ 950.00 per person

Pax 3 +                        N$ 840.00 per person

 

Champagne & Oyster Sundowner:

The tour departs from any hotel or other location in Swakopmund.  Perched atop a dune (or moonlandscape) overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, enjoy a feast of fresh oysters and a glass of champagne (South African).  The Atlantic Ocean has a nutrient rich current which makes the quality of the oysters superior and a not-to-be missed experience.  (Snacks for those not partial to oysters with prior arrangement).  Return to your hotel once the sun has set…

(Price includes return transfers from the Hotel)

Pax 2 or 3                    N400.00 per person

Pax 4 +                        N$365.00 per person

PLEASE NOTE:

This can be booked as an add-on to above mentioned day tours.

Pax 2 +                        N$ 210.00 per person

 

CAPE CROSS TOUR:

The tour departs from the Hotel or any location in Swakopmund.  Travel via the small thriving town of Henties Bay, which is noted for its angling, to the Cape Cross Seal Colony.  In 1486, Diego Cáo, the first European to set foot on the coast of Namibia, erected a cross at Cape Cross.  In addition to being of historical interest, Cape Cross has a breeding colony of Cape Fur Seals and numbers fluctuate between 80 000 and 100 000 individuals.  Of the breeding colonies of Cape Fur Seals along the coast of South Africa and Namibia, Cape Cross is the largest.  The Cape Fur Seal is one of three species of fur seal that occur along the Southern African coast.

Pax3    Min       N$ 495.00 per person

Time:               08H30 – 13H00 \ 14H00 – 18H00

 

 

 

 

 

 

PELICAN POINT TOUR:

Start off with a fact filled drive through Swakopmund. Visit the lagoon Ramsar site & bird information centre. Head on to through mud flood plains & salt pans to turn north on the 4x4 tracks towards Pelican Point. Snacks, drinks & oysters are served on the beach against a natural shipwreck setting. Seals & the  occasional lone jackal might also be viewed. Sea kayaking is an option for group/corporate clients, but must be pre-arranged.

Pax 3   Min                   N$ 495.00 per person

Duration:                     4 hours

 

LIVING DESSERT         (LIFE IN THE DUNES) (SPECIALISED TOUR)

The Namib Desert - The oldest desert in the world.  The word Namib means place of emptiness.  Come and discover the life in this desolate landscape.  See the White Lady Spider (which only moves after dark) roll down a dune to escape and see her dance at the bottom to defend herself.  Discover the elusive Palmato gecko, which is also a nocturnal customer, come and see this transparent reptile - his vertebrae and blood veins, his large eyes.  The Desert Sidewinder is also an inhabitant of the dunes.  Come and follow his caterpillar tracks across a dune slip-face till you find him lying submerged in ambush for an unsuspecting Aporasaura Sand Diving Lizard.  Also come and see where the fish moths live, hear a dune roar, see the Damara tern - an endangered bird, experience the silence and much more....                                    

Pax 2   Min                   N$500.00 per person   

Time:                           09H00 - 12H00

Lunch packs:               N$50.00 per person

 

 

ACTION AND ADVENTURE

 

Sand boarding & Stand-Up Sand boarding                                                                                         

The Namib Desert is reputed to house some of the largest sand dunes on this planet.  There is no better way to experience these wonders in an environment friendly way than to zoom down headfirst on a traditional Swakopmund sandboard. For stand-up sand boarding snowboards with soft binding are used. Previous experience in any ‘balance’ sport required (skateboarding, skiing, etc.).

Time:                           9H30 & 14H00

Sand boarding:            N$200 .00 per person

Stand–up:                    N$300 .00 per person

 

Quad Biking

Experience the thrill of riding a four-wheeled motorbike through Namibia’s boundless expanse of shifting sand Dunes along a route of approximately 35km.  An experienced guide leads from the Swakop River Mouth down the riverbed.  Feel the freedom of riding through one of nature’s great wildernesses cutting through the plains and heading into the Dunes. Ages 16 and up, NO previous experience necessary. The trip includes a free safety talk, lesson in riding quad bikes and environment friendly riding methods. Helmets, goggles and gloves will be provided. Petrol, transport and cooldrinks included. (+/- 2 hours)

Costs:  1 Hour             N$250 .00 per person

2 Hours                        N$450 .00 per person

 

 

 

 

Dolphin Cruise

Cruise the harbour and trawler boat areas in ski boats and then cut across the lagoon to Pelican Point where the entertainment is provided by a large seal colony and schools of dolphins swimming alongside the boats. Fresh oysters with cold champagne are enjoyed.  Return to Walvis Bay Yacht Club at approximately 12H30.

Time:               09H00 – 12H30

Costs:              N$390 .00 per person

 

Note:  Tour starts from the Walvis Bay Yacht Club in Walvis Bay at 09h00 sharp.

Return transfer N$242.00.00pp

 


Tandem Skydiving                                                                                                                          

Skydive Swakopmund is Namibia’s premiere dropzone, located just outside the coastal town of Swakopmund. The scenery viewed whilst floating peacefully under an inflated parachute is simply breath taking. Operating since 1980, Skydive Swakopmund is carrying on a long tradition of high quality skydiving, training and fun that has always been associated with the coast.  Tandem Skydiving allows you to jump with as little as 15 minutes training. You will freefall for 30 second at 220km/h from 10 000 feet!! Following, you will enjoy a 5-minute canopy ride down to a tiptoe landing outside the clubhouse.       

Costs:                          N$1650 .00  per jump

DVD AND Photo           N$650 .00 NETT

 

Camel Riding                                                                                                                                               

Riding a camel seems a dream…here is your chance to make it come true. Put your skills to the test climb on the hump and feel the difference. Children half price.

15 Minutes                                                       N$ 90.00 per person

Return Transfer to the Camel Farm                 N$ 110.00 per person

 

 

Horseback Riding

On well schooled, reliable horses in good, healthy condition you can choose a route that covers the dry riverbed of the Swakop River and along the beach or into the Moonlandscape.  Guided sunrise and sunset as well as moonlight rides or pony rides for children can be arranged.  

Minimum 2 Pax                        

1 Hour                                     N$240 .00 per person

1.5 Hours                                 N$290 .00 per person

2 Hours                                    N$350 .00 per person

3 Hours                                    N$450 .00 per person

Sunset ride                              N$290 .00 per person

Trail Prices available on request

 

Sea Kayaking                                                                                                                                              

Experience the splendour of the beautiful wetlands and offshore coastal areas from the unique vantage of the sea kayak.  Witness the splendid scenes such as flamingos, pelicans, or seals and dolphins splashing around the kayaks.  Tours are led by an experienced, licensed guide and only certified, seaworthy kayaks are used. 

Minimum 2 Pax

Lagoon Bird watching                         N$200 .00 per person

Pelican Point                                        N$445 .00 per person.

 

Note: This excursion starts from Walvis Bay. Transport to and from the lagoon is not included.

Return transfer            N$240.00pp

 


Shark & Shore Fishing

We specialise in shark fishing and can guarantee a 90% success rate in catching the well-known copper shark, which can weigh up to 180 kg.  Our guide represents Namibia in International Rock and Surf Angling competitions and was the 1996 champion angler in a series of competitions in South Africa.  He takes you to some of the best angling spots along the coast, where you also have the possibility of catching good-sized Cob, Steenbras, Blacktail and Galjoen. Fishing tours from a boat for bottom fish, Shark Fishing, Deep Sea Fishing are available on request. FULL DAY

q      Minimum 3 Pax

q      Ski-boat fishing:              on request

q      Minimum 2 Pax

q      Rock & Surf                    N$1242.00 per person (incl. Shark fishing)

3+ pax:                         N$1035.00 per person

 

Sailing with the Dolphins

Our specialty is moving with the wind through nature, showing you as much as possible without disturbing anything around us. Experience total peace and harmony with the sea. As we sail past the seals, the endemic Heaviside Dolphins should join us and swim within touching distance from us. Many different species of birds will be seen. The big bottlenose dolphins, Leatherback Turtles, huge Sunfish and whales might be encountered at any time on the way. The boat is skippered and crewed by skilled personnel and all safety procedures are of the highest standard. "Fairweather1" is  licensed to carry 15 passengers maximum. Fresh Walvis Bay oysters and tasty snack  platters will be served along the way, along with sparkling wine. Beer and  soft drinks are also available on board.

 

Time:                           08H30 – 12H30

Costs:                          N$390 .00 per person

Age 12 + under =         N$220.00

Return transfer            N$242.00pp

 

TOWNSHIP TOURS

A unique cultural tour to the other side of town. Each customized tour lasts about 3 hours with the aim of immersing visitors in township life. All interaction with the community is done in a non-intrusive manner respecting privacy at all times. Learn some history, bridge the cultural gap through understanding, see a demonstration of Mahango preparation, taste some unusual food and enjoy children dancing.

 All community members involved benefit from the tour and a portion of each visitor fee is deposited in a community fund.

Time:                           14H30 onwards

Costs:                          N$350 .00 per person

Min. 2 pax Bookings for same day must be done by 12h00

 

CRAYFISH LUNCH ON THE BEACH:

A seated lunch on the beach.  Minimum 4 pax. (EXCL Transfers)

 

Menu:

Grilled Oysters with cheese and garlic

Fresh Oysters served on ice with lemons

Two whole fresh Crayfish grilled with a garlic and herb sauce

Fresh asparagus steamed and rolled in smoked salmon (seasonal)

Fresh seasonal vegetables steamed and topped with butter

Spicy Rice

Greek salad and dressing

Crispy bread rolls with butter

Bar:

Light Chardonnay, mineral water

Local Tafel beer

Appletiser, Orange juice

Time:                   12:00 – 14:00

Costs:                  N$580.00 pp

Desert dinners

OPEN-AIR DESERT DINNER

A myriad of candles reflecting in and off the canyon walls, add a Gourmet Meal with a sprinkling of stars and a dash of moon. Background music by our local Marimba Band. Rounding the evening off with small talk around a crackling fire for a most unforgettable evening.

Optional entertainment:

 

MARIMBA BAND          

FIRE DANCER             

DJ (4hrs)                     

 DANCEFLOOR            

 

pRICES ARE SUBJECT TO LOCATION, MENU SELECTION AND AMOUNT OF PAX AND ARE available ON REQUEST.

 

ARABIAN DESERT DINNER (OPEN-AIR OR MARQUEE)

Spend a magical evening in the quietness of the desert in a flowing white Arabian marquee.

Seated on comfortable cushions at low tables enjoy a delicious  dinner. You will feel transformed to a different world.  Try your skills at riding saddled camels waiting outside for your commands.

Optional entertainment:

HUBBLY BUBBLYS      

SNAKE CHARMER       

BELLY DANCERS        

FIRE DANCING

CAMELS                      

DJ & DANCEFLOOR    

 

pRICES ARE SUBJECT TO LOCATION, MENU SELECTION AND AMOUNT OF PAX AND ARE available ON REQUEST.

 

SPARKLING WINE & OYSTER SUNDOWNER

The eerie moonlandscape is a dramatic setting for your surprise sundowner cocktails. The tables are beautifully laid, fresh oysters and snacks are served, champagne glasses ready to be filled…but no champagne! …on cue, from the sky, men land with parachutes and hand you chilled bottle of bubbly. As you sip on your champagne, still in awe, you watch the African sun set over this incredible scene.

 

pRICES work on a sliding scale depending ON AMOUNT OF PAX AND ARE available ON REQUEST.

(N$98.00pp – N$115.00pp)

 

BEACH CHECK-IN

Just before the group gets to Swakopmund the vehicles will turn off onto the beach. Here a welcome station with champagne makes the hotel check-in a pleasant formality. In the meantime luggage can be transferred directly to the hotel.

N$75 .00 per person

 

TENTED CAMPS

Camp virtually anywhere. Exotic locations like Ugab river, Etosha Pan, Sossusvlei, Moonlandscape Canyons and the Swakop River. We offer special interest activities such as  Game tracking, photography, birdwatching and movie shoots.  Conference or Team building venues with state-of-the-art electronic equipment .

Camps set up according to your needs and budget . From a self-catering set-up to an all-  inclusive luxury set-up fit for a movie star! Enjoy a  barbeque under the stars or sit-down to a full gourmet meal. Seating up to 250 people under a covered dining are.

pRICES ARE SUBJECT TO LOCATION, MENU SELECTION AND AMOUNT OF PAX AND ARE available ON REQUEST.

 


SCENIC FLIGHTS

 

Sossusvlei  Experience our premier flight!

Often described as “the flight of a life time”, we take you from the Swakopmund airfield along the Kuiseb River bed, over the impressive Kuiseb Canyon, the natural border of the dune formations. Forward onto Gogabeb, the desert research station.  Although the Namib is just as dry as the Sahara, it has a much richer fauna and flora, attracting researchers worldwide.  We continue our flight over Tsondabvlei towards the highest dunes in the world. Shortly the awe-inspiring dunes at Sossusvlei will come into sight.  The colours and shadows of these gigantic mountains of sand change by the hour from beige to rust-red to purple, dazzling the eye. With Sossusvlei lingering in your mind’s eye, we overfly the forbidden Diamond area where remains of old diamond camps can still be seen.  Our flight continues over the ‘sea of sand’, approaching the shore at Conception Bay.  Soaring along the coastline we fly over the shipwreck of a German passenger liner, Eduard Bohlen.  Stranded in 1909, she now lies inland, for the entire world as if she were sailing through the desert. Forthwith the shipwreck of the fishing trawler, Shaunee, comes into sight. As we continue northward we see the never-ending battle for supremacy between the sand and the sea, as we pass the “Lange Wand”, a 500 feet high dune rising from the waters edge.  Nearing Sandwich Harbour, your pilot will ascend to 1500 feet.  Sandwich Harbour is a large saltwater lagoon and home to an incredible variety of bird life and one of southern Africa’s greatest natural bird sanctuaries.  From Sandwich Harbour our flight takes us over the salt mines and Namibia’s major harbour, Walvis Bay.  Next we fly over the guano-collecting wooden platform, where thousands of seabirds settle and leave their droppings.  Periodically these are scraped up and fertiliser results.  The recreational resorts Dolphin Beach and Longbeach are our next destination.  As the town of Swakopmund comes into sight, your pilot will prepare for landing.  ± 2 hours 20 minutes

"Sossusvlei":    (+-2h15 = 610 km)
 with 5 Pax: - N$ 1385.00
with 4 Pax: - N$ 1735
with 3 Pax: - N$2310.00
with 2 Pax: - N$ 3465.00
(Price includes: Flight & soft drinks only)

 

Sossusvlei Day Excursion

As described above, with landing at Sesriem. ± 1 hour. Accompanied by a guide you will be driven in a 4x4 vehicle into Sossusvlei.  Time at leisure in Sossusvlei. When you are ready, transfer to the Sossusvlei lodge for a light lunch. After lunch a transfer to the  landing strip and we continue our flight as described above. ± 1 hours 20 minutes 

"Sossusvlei Excursion":    (Day Trip)
with 5 Pax: - N$ 2.385.00
with 4 Pax: - N$ 2.985.00
with 3 Pax: - N$ 3.980.00
with 2 Pax: - N$ 5.965.00
(Price includes: Flight, 4x4 excursion, lunch & soft drinks only)

 

 

Diamond Camps & Shipwrecks

We take-off from the Swakopmund airfield, flying over the ‘sea of sand’ over flying the diamond camps on to Conception Bay.   Soaring along the coastline we fly over the shipwreck of a German passenger liner, Eduard Bohlen.  Stranded in 1909, she now lies inland, for the entire world as if she were sailing through the desert. Forthwith the shipwreck of the fishing trawler, Shaunee, comes into sight. As we continue northward we see the never-ending battle for supremacy between the sand and the sea, as we pass the “Lange Wand”, a 500 feet high dune rising from the waters edge.  Nearing Sandwich Harbour, your pilot will ascend to 1500 feet.  Sandwich Harbour is a large saltwater lagoon and home to an incredible variety of bird life and one of southern Africa’s greatest natural bird sanctuaries.  From Sandwich Harbour our flight takes us over the salt mines and Namibia’s major harbour, Walvis Bay.  Next we fly over the guano-collecting wooden platform, where thousands of seabirds settle and leave their droppings.  Periodically these are scraped up and fertiliser results.  The recreational resorts Dolphin Beach and Longbeach are our next destination.  As the town of Swakopmund comes into sight, your pilot will prepare for landing. ± 1 hour 30 minutes

"Desolate Diamond Coast":  (+-1h30 = 360 km)
 with 5 Pax: - N$    915.00
with 4 Pax: - N$ 1.145.00
with 3 Pax: - N$ 1.525.00
with 2 Pax: - N$ 2.280.00
Price includes: Flight & soft drinks only)

Skeleton Coast, Brandberg, Ugab - Mariners call it “Skeleton Coast”

One of the world’s most treacherous shorelines.  It’s white sands are strewn with the skeletons of ships and men. From the Swakopmund airfield this flight first takes you inland, over Damaraland. Further flight over the table top mountains and the majestical Brandberg, famous for the rock painting known as the white lady.  We reach the Ugab river bed and fly along it as it meanders its way towards the coast.  In the river bed, keep a lookout for the desert elephants, ostrich, oryx and other game.  As we near the coastline, the sand dunes form intriguing ripple patterns, which give colour, texture and a graphic quality to the dunes. Flying along the coast, you will come to appreciate it as one of the globe’s last wilderness areas.  Diamonds do occur sporadically in limited quantities along the Skeleton Coast. We continue our flight to Palgrave Point, the site of many dramatic sea rescues.  We reach Cape Cross, the largest seal colony in Africa, home to an estimated 250 000 seals. 

In 1486, the Portuguese mariner Diego Cao erected a stone cross here, on his second expedition to Africa, south of the equator. Shortly after we see the holiday town of Henties Bay, renowned for recreational fishing.  Our flight continues passing Wlotskasbaken and the saltworks, returning to Swakopmund.

"Coast of Loneliness / Skeleton Coast" :  (+-2h15  = 780 km)
 

 

Skeleton Coast  with stop over at Cape Cross Lodge

We take-off from the Swakopmund airfield, and fly inland over the Rössing Uranium Mine and the Spitzkoppe Mountains, the Matterhorn of Namibia.  Further flight over the table top mountains and the majestical Brandberg, famous for the rock painting known as the white lady.  We reach the Uniab river bed and fly along it as it meanders its way towards the coast.  In the river bed, keep a lookout for the desert elephants, ostrich, oryx and other game.  As we near the coastline, the sand dunes form intriguing ripple patterns, which give colour, texture and a graphic quality to the dunes. Flying along the coast, you will come to appreciate it as one of the globe’s last wilderness areas. Diamonds do occur sporadically in limited quantities along the Skeleton Coast.  We fly over the best known of these terraces at Toscanini.  From Toscanini we continue our XWFHMS`1o Palgrave Point, the site of many dramatic sea rescues.  As we overfly Cape Cross, your pilot will prepare for landing.  Transfer to the newly opened Cape Cross Lodge.  Enjoy a light lunch, with views of the turbulent Atlantic Ocean.  After lunch, transfer to the airfield and we continue our flight  along the coast, passing the holiday town of Henties Bay, renowned for  recreational fishing, Wlotskasbaken and the saltworks, returning to Swakopmund.  Half Day

5 Pax               N$ 1870.00 per person

4 Pax               N$ 2335.00 per person

3 Pax               N$ 3120.00 per person

2 Pax               N$ 4675.00 per person

(Price includes: Flight, lunch & soft drinks only)

 

 

 

Himba Day Trip          A time travel into the past 

Early morning transfer to the Swakopmund airfield.  This flight takes you over the Spitzkoppe Mountains, and the majestical Brandberg with its dazzling contrast of colours.  Landing at Opuwo, the capital of the Koakoland, accompanied by a guide and translator we make it possible for you to visit the Ovahimba tribe. It is hard to grasp that these proud people still live as they did hundreds of years ago, sticking to their ancient beliefs and traditions. The Kaokoland belongs to its inhabitants and it is only right to show respect for their way of living and their traditions. The “kraal” consists of simple huts that are built of mopane branches, mud and dung. Cattle mean life to the Ovahimba, and play an important role in ceremonies and rituals. Brides are paid for with cattle and the death of a chief demands slaughtering of the finest animals.  The women have an unusual sculptural beauty, enhanced by intricate hairstyles and jewellery, which is made of twisted copper, small iron beads, shells and bones threaded on thin strings of leather.  When you are ready, we return to the guest house where a light lunch is served.  After lunch, transfer to the landing strip and we continue our flight via the Hoarusib river bed.  We follow the river bed as it meanders its way to the coastline.  Low-level flight along the treacherous Skeleton Coast with its remains of shipwrecks passing the, diamond mine at Toscanini, the seal reserve at Cape Cross and the coastal town of Henties Bay on our return to Swakopmund. Full Day

"Ovahimba Excursion":  OPUWO  (1110 km = day trip)
"Ovahimba Excursion":  EPUPA  (1410 km = day trip)
 "Ovahimba Excursion":  OPUWO  (1110 km = day trip)
with 5 Pax: - N$ 3 280.00
with 4 Pax: - N$ 3910.00
with 3 Pax: - N$ 5 460.00 with 2 Pax: - N$ 8 200.00
(Price includes: flight, visit to Himba Village, lunch, soft drinks)

"Ovahimba Excursion":  EPUPA  (1410 km = day trip)
with 5 Pax: - N$ 3.930.00
with 4 Pax: - N$ 4910.00
(Price includes: flight, visit to Himba Village and Falls, lunch, soft drinks)

 

Fish River Canyon and Lüderitz

Early morning take off from the Swakopmund airfield, flight over the Kuiseb riverbed as we head towards the highest shifting sand dunes in the world at Sossusvlei.  The colours and shadows of these gigantic mountains of sand change by the hour from beige to rust-red to purple, dazzling the eye.  We head eastwards to Keetmanshoop where we refuel the aircraft and you will have a chance to stretch your legs.  Further flight towards the largest Canyon in Africa, the Fish River Canyon. Landing at the Canyon, you will be driven to the viewpoint where a spectacular view of the Canyon can be enjoyed.  Lunch at the Canyon lodge.  The flight continues as below, but excludes the stop over in Lüderitz

 

 OR

 

Flying low-level in the Canyon, our flight continues over the diamond-restricted area towards the coastal town of Lüderitz.  Landing in Lüderitz, you will enjoy a guided city tour of this quaint town and visit Namibia’s most famous ghost town, Kolmanskop.  In 1908 a railway worker found the first diamond.  This discovery was the spark of a diamond rush.    The development of Kolmanskop reached its pinnacle in the twenties.  However, when richer diamond deposits were discovered further south, operations were moved to Oranjemund.  Within a span of 40 years, Kolmanskop lived, flourished and died.  Today the ghost town’s crumbling ruins bear little resemblance to its former glory.  Before we return to the airport, you will enjoy a picnic lunch.  Our return flight is along the desolate coast, passing the shipwreck Otavi and Meob Bay .  At Conception Bay we fly over the shipwreck of a German passenger liner, Eduard Bohlen.  Stranded in 1909, she now lies inland, for the entire world as if she were sailing through the desert. Forthwith the shipwreck of the fishing trawler, Shaunee, comes into sight. As we continue northward we see the never-ending battle for supremacy between the sand and the sea, as we pass the “Lange Wand”, a 500 feet high dune rising from the waters edge.  Nearing Sandwich Harbour, your pilot will ascend to 1500 feet.  Sandwich Harbour is a large saltwater lagoon and home to an incredible variety of bird life and one of southern Africa’s greatest natural bird sanctuaries.  From Sandwich Harbour our flight takes us over the salt mines and Namibia’s major harbour, Walvis Bay.  Next we fly over the guano-collecting wooden platform, where thousands of seabirds settle and leave their droppings.  Periodically these are scraped up and fertiliser results.  As the town of Swakopmund comes into sight, your pilot will prepare for landing.

"Fish River Canyon / Luderitz ":   (day trip = 1570 km)
" with 5 Pax: - N$ 3720.00
with 4 Pax: - N$ 4.645.00
with 3 Pax: - N$ 6195.00
with 2 Pax: - N$ 9295.00
(Price includes:  Flight, Kolmanskop tour, Lüderitz tour, picnic, soft drinks)

 

Fun Flip flight / Sunset 'cruise'":  ( + 01h00 = 270 km)
 with 5 Pax: - N$    675.00
with 4 Pax: - N$    840.00
with 3 Pax: - N$ 1 125.00
with 2 Pax: - N$ 1.680.00
(Prices includes:  sparkling wine, soft drinks)

 

 


OTHER INTERESTING THINGS TO DO:

 

WOERMANN HAUS

The Woermann Haus is open from 09H00 to 17H00 week days and from 09H00 to 13H00 weekends But you can get the keys at the coffee shop across  the public toilets in the Woermann Brock Area.

Entrance fees:

Adults:              N$10,00 ( 16 years and older )

Children:           N$5.00   ( 11 to 15 years )

Children under 10 years don’t pay any fees.

 

 

MUSEUM

Opening Hours: 10H00 - 13HOO

                        14HOO - 17HOO (Everyday including weekends ) Entrance Fees:

Adults:              N$18.00

Students:          N$12.00

Children:           N$5.00 (From 6 years)

 

CRYSTAL GALLERY

Opening Hours: 09HOO - 17HOO ( Everyday except on Sundays )

Adults:  N$18.00

Children under 16 years:            N$12.00 

 

 

The National Marine Aquarium is open from 10h00 to 16h00 except on Mondays.

Tuesdays ,Saturdays  and  at 3 o'clock is feeding times, when divers feed the sharks and fish.

 

Adults:  N$30.00

Pensioners/Children:     N$15.00