Join Mpafa Travel on a tour of the Richtersveld.
Namaqualand, Richtersveld & southern Namibia
Have you seen Namaqualand in bloom? Have you breathed in the vastness of the Richtersveld? Have you peered into the depths of the Fish River Canyon or seen the deserted buildings of Kolmanskop and Pomona? Join us on this 10-day adventure!
TOUR INFO Date: 12 – 21 August 2017 How long? 10 days, 9 nights Starting point? Kamieskroon, Namaqualand End point? Aussenkehr, Namibia Accommodation? Formal en suite accommodation Rate: R19 650 per adult. Single supplement additional 30 %. WHAT TO BRING • A vehicle with diff lock – a 4x2 with high ground clearance will do the trick (fuel and border fees are for your own account) • Drinks and snacks • Camping chairs • Your passport
ADVENTURE ITINERARY
DAY 1: The tour starts near Kamieskroon. We’ll explore the Skilpad section of the Namaqua National Park, famous for its daisies.
DAY 2: We drive the back roads of the West Coast and visit a shipwreck at Hondeklipbaai before turning north. Our overnight stop is at McDougall’s Bay, near Port Nolloth.
DAY 3: After breakfast we leave for the Richtersveld. We pass through the villages of Lekkersing, Eksteenfontein and Kuboes. We stay two nights at Sendelingsdrift on the Orange River.
DAY 4: We spend the day in the beautiful Richtersveld National Park.
DAY 5: We cross the border into Namibia by ferry over the Orange River and drive via the mining town of Rosh Pinah to Aus where we’ll look for the wild horses.
DAY 6: It’s only 100 km to the deserted Kolmanskop, where a local guide takes us through this mining ghost town. After lunch we explore Lüderitz.
DAY 7: You have the option to visit the Sperrgebiet, Pomona and the impressive Bogenfels rock arch – at an additional cost. Or you can spend the day in Lüderitz.
DAY 8: We leave the coast behind and drive inland towards the Fish River Canyon, stopping at the Hobas viewpoint to watch the sunset.
DAY 9: After a few hours at Ai-Ais Hot Springs, we head to the Norotshama River Resort on the banks of the Orange River.
DAY 10: After breakfast it’s time to say goodbye.
GPS: S18.05212 E23.33585 Contact: 00 264 81 124 1436 (Deon); deon@ karambareservations.com 95 Livingstone’s Camp In Nkasa Rupara National Park along the main access road. The camp has a great location with a view over a type of pan – essentially part of the extended Linyanti wetland. There are five stands: R250 p.p. Rate includes firewood and there’s limited solar power available to charge an important device. There’s a small and relatively unknown David Livingstone museum 2 km from the campsite. Entry fee: R50 p.p. Linus Mukwata can organise a visit for you. GPS: S18.29933 E23.65276
Contact: 00 264 81 397 2185 (Linus); livingstonescamp.com 96 Nkasa Rupara Community Campsite In Nkasa Rupara National Park (previously named Mamili) along the main access road. At the time of going to print negotiations were underway with Nkasa Rupara Lodge (see below), which will take over the campsite. Current facilities include four stands with no power, under big shade trees. Camping costs R80 p.p.
Note: This is wilderness park – seasoned 4x4 drivers will enjoy the water crossings. Entrance into the park via small bridges has been improved. GPS: S18.31778 E23.66188
Contact: 00 264 81 279 4888 (Stephen) 97 Nkasa Lupala Lodge In Nkasa Rupara National Park along the main access road near the Sisintze office where you pay your park fee (R30 p.p. per day, plus R10 per vehicle). Book at Nkasa Lupala Lodge if you want more upmarket accommodation. If you stay for two nights or more it costs R1 700 p.p. per night sharing (DB&B). Children 12 years and younger get discount. They also offer a range of guided activities in the park. GPS: S18.32965 E23.67147
Contact: 00 264 81 147 7798; nkasalupalalodge.com CAPRIVI: CHOBE RIVER 98 Camp Chobe This camp is now part of the Gondwana Collection. The campsite is 4 km west of the Ngoma border post, with views of the Chobe River towards Botswana. There are six stands, each with private ablution facilities but no power, under large ana trees. Camp Chobe has a swimming pool, bar and restaurant (dinner costs R300 p.p.).
They also have activities on offer: Paddle on the river or go on a guided walk or game drive. Elephants like to stroll through the camp at night, so stay in your tent after dark. Remember: You get a discount if you’re a Gondwana Card holder. GPS: S17.89806 E24.72809 Contact: 00 264 61 427 200;
gondwana-collection.com CAPRIVI: ZAMBEZI RIVER 99 Protea Hotel Zambezi River Lodge Situated on the outskirts of Katima Mulilo, next to the Zambezi River. Double room in the hotel from R1 485 per night (B&B). Camping (with power) R140 per person. GPS: S17.48657 E24.28623 Contact: 00 264 66 251 500; info.zambezi@proteahotels. com.na 100 Caprivi River Lodge The lodge is only 5 km east of Katima Mulilo. It has a restaurant and a swimming pool. You can fish, paddle in a kayak or go on a sunset cruise. B&B options: En suite double room from R1 177 per night; cabin (sleeps two) R1 497 per night; family room (sleeps four) R2 522 per night. GPS: S17.49133 E24.31581
Contact: 00 264 66 252 288 (Mary); 00 264 81 241 8182; hakumata@iway.na; capriviriverlodge.com 101 Caprivi Houseboat Safari Lodge This lodge is 6 km east of Katima Mulilo. The camping stands aren’t right on the riverbank, like the
chalets are, but you can check out the Zambezi from the bar, which is built on a deck over the river. Birdwatching is probably the second most popular activity after fishing for tiger fish. Camping (two stands, each with power) R120 per adult; R60 per child under 12. Chalets from R550 p.p. sharing (self-catering); R650 p.p. (B&B); R850 p.p. (DB&B). Discounts for children under 12. Sunset cruise from R300 per person for two people – the bigger the group, the lower the rate. Fishing outings (half day or full day) or boat outings (1 – 3 nights) on the Zambezi and Chobe for up to six people: rates on request. GPS: S17.49515 E24.32406
Contact: 00 246 66 252 287; caprivihouseboatsafaris.com 102 Namwi Island Lodge About 10 km east of Katima Mulilo. Camping (31 stands) R155 per adult; R100 for kids aged 12 – 16; R75 for kids aged 3 – 11. Standard two-sleeper chalet sharing the campsite’s ablution block R425 per night. Luxury chalet (sleeps two) with aircon R940 per night. Family unit (sleeps six) R1 200 per night. There’s a swimming pool and you can buy braai packs, firewood, ice, cooldrinks and beer. They offer sunset cruises and angling trips. GPS: S17.49292 E24.34489 Contact: 00 264 81 127 4572 (Lizelle); 00 264 81 284 7676
(Miemie); namwiisland.com 103 Caprivi Mutoya Lodge & Campsite A great place 24 km east of Katima Mulilo. There are eight stands (with power) R160 per adult; R80 per child under 12. Safari tent R430 per adult; R190 per child under 12; R50 for toddlers. Chalet R560 per adult; R240 per child under 12; R70 for children aged 2 – 5. Options with meals are also available. Kids younger than 5 pay even less. GPS: S17.55645 E24.47403 Contact : 00 264 66 253 553 (Zina); 00 264 81 287 5438; caprivimutoyalodge.com 104 Island View Lodge The lodge is 30 km east of Katima Mulilo. Camping (27 stands, max eight people per stand) from R130 per adult; half-price for children under 12. Self-catering chalet R480 p.p. sharing; R860 p.p. sharing DB&B. Self-catering chalet with aircon R520 p.p. sharing; R950 p.p. sharing DB&B. Self-catering safari tent (sleeps two or three) R450 p.p. sharing (meals available on request). The shop sells fishing tackle and boats can be hired per hour, for half a day or a full day. During the rainy season (summer) the road to the lodge can be quite tricky – a 4x4 or a vehicle with a high ground clearance is recommended. GPS: S17.54306 E24.52289 Contact: 00 264 66 252 801 (Jemma); islandview-lodge.com 105 Kalizo Lodge If you’re travelling from the Ngoma border post (from Botswana), you’ll see the turn-off to Kalizo Lodge after 56 km on the B8. If you’re driving a 4x4 you will easily manage the last stretch of road. Phone ahead if you think you’ll need help with transport. The lodge is a favourite among anglers, as the river is full of tiger fish and bream. Camping (18 stands) R155 p.p. Campers may also use the swimming pool and restaurant. Self-catering cottages R640 p.p. until the end of April, thereafter R710 p.p. Accommodation including meals until end of April R760 p.p. B&B and R980 p.p. DB&B. From May onwards the respective rates will be R825 p.p. and R1 045 p.p. Children get discount. The lodge offers sunset cruises, guided hikes and day outings to Chobe and Vic Falls. GPS: S17.54036 E24.56663
Contact: 00 264 66 686 802; kalizolodge.com