Namibia Tours and Holidays

I loved everything I did, the whole itinerary was really good! The world's highest bungee, Bloukrans Bridge, could have been included, because what are the chances of me going back just to do that? Cape Agulhas too, going to the edge of the continent is much cooler than seeing penguins miles away from you (which is what I did). Explored the Garden Route, which is so beautiful. In Namibia, where the desert meets the sea and also Skeleton Bay. These two places appear everywhere you research about this country, it was a little strange not to have experienced them. One thing I really didn't like was the tipping. One of the purposes of Contiki is to travel while saving money, but on this tour, having to tip everyone (all that was missing was having to tip the elephant and the giraffe), it wasn't very nice. Even the extras, who were already being paid, had to tip. For the millions of drivers that we often didn't even have contact with. You have to travel with another $6,000.00 to cover just that. Oh, and if you stay out, the others keep pressuring and humiliating you, which is not nice at all.

Great trip with very good leaders in Weston, Gift and Dean. Well organised and informative. It can be hard work breaking camp most mornings, often quite early starts, and then setting up each evening, often at sunset. Client participation essential to make it all work. Food simple yet sustaining with good variety. Surprised the vehicle was not airconditioned as at times very hot.

I really enjoyed getting to see all the animals you usually only see in books or Disney movies: Lions, meerkats, elephants, mongoose... the list goes forever. As if this wasn't enough, the Namibian landscape is varied and impressive with sand dunes, mountains and the ocean. This trip takes you to all of these, and offers unforgettable adventures, such as tracking rhinos on foot or flying over the desert in a helicopter! The pace of this trip is gentle enough that you will get some R&R in besides all the action, but is never boring - how could it be when there's so much to see and do?

Our leader Urlich Uakotoka Castro was superb in every possible way. The itinerary was perfect allowing us to enjoy such varied landscapes and the wonderful wildlife The accommodation was excellent.

Fabulous itinerary. Our guide Ckasteo was fabulous. His local knowledge and ability with languages made the entire trip extra special. The safari truck was comfortable and the perfect size to ensure we could fo places that larger cehicles may not be able to. Accommodation was very good and everyone we met was friendly and accommodating.

What an amazing trip! Our tour guide was truly exceptional, he looked after us 24/7 and ensured that we were all safe and well cared for. He also had a great sense of humour! Nothing was too much trouble for him. Great accommodation and food. Would highly recommend visiting Namibia, beautiful country where all the locals made us feel very welcome. Loved the change of scene from desert to coast to safari parks, we saw all the animals and wildlife that we were hoping for.