Highlights: One of the most inhospitable and desolate, but hauntingly beautiful places in Namibia.DAY 1
Saturday (5 day safari) / Wednesday (4 day safari)
The flight from Windhoek to Skeleton Coast camp takes one north west over the interior plateau and the striking geological
features of Damaraland, over craters of long-dead volcanoes and meteorite impact sites. Meeting the coast line at the Huab River mouth we do some low level flying along the coast as far as the Khumib
River, viewing the coastal plains, dunes, seal colonies and shipwrecks from the air. Arrival at camp which is situated on the Khumib river will be during late afternoon. Time to settle in and refresh
oneself prior to undertaking a short nature drive out into the desert for sundowners. This allows guests the opportunity of viewing the coming to life, at dusk, of this seemingly desolate area.
DAY 2 and DAY 3
After breakfast depart on full day excursion taking in the highlights of this harsh environment, this is an awesome experience in itself where life on the Skeleton Coast is an
ongoing struggle for survival. A visit will be made to the clay castles of the Hoarusib River, with its wealth of geological formations and secret water seeps that have attracted game like Oryx,
giraffe, springbok, brown hyena, jackal and elephant as well as smaller mammals for centuries. Walking plays an important part as due to the pristine environment certain areas are only accessible on
foot as vehicle tracks can damage the environment. Specially adapted plant species such as Lithops and the Welwitschia will be seen. Areas visited include names such as Rocky Point, shipwrecks
conjure up images of those stranded on this inhospitable coastline, seal colonies in turn provide a food source for other species, windswept plains harbor bird, specially adapted reptiles and insect
life, and the thrill of the roaring dunes combined with your guides specialist knowledge provide an in-depth look into the area and make this a fascinating experience.
DAY 4 (SATURDAY) / DAY 5 (WEDNESDAY)
An early morning knock on your door wakens you to sunrise over the mountains and Sarusus Springs. Coffee is served out on the plains, before returning to camp
for breakfast.
At lunchtime depart for Windhoek by light aircraft, flying over the interior of Namibia.
This camp is built in a sheltered bend on the dry Khumib watercourse, within
the private concession of the Skeleton Coast National Park. The concession stretches from south of the Hoarusib River to Cape Fria in the north and covers the width of the National Park. This National Park
was Diamond district No. 3 before being proclaimed. Due to restricted access very few people have visited this enchantingly desolate and windswept piece of paradise.
The cold Benguela current
sweeping up from Antarctic allows no moisture to be picked up from it by the prevailingly onshore winds, hence the very low rainfall and the desert conditions. This cold current is also highly oxygenated,
causing it to be a krill heaven that forms the basis of the food chain for the teeming marine life along this coast.
Aircraft type used on tour: Grand Caravan
Minimum: 2 participants
