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Dec 2007
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Cunene River Adventure - 11 Days in NAMIBIA
The Cunene River is one of the most adventurous river rafting experiences in Africa. Starting our tour from Windhoek, Namibia, we work our way through Etosha National Park for Big 5 game viewing in this remarkable landscape, to the Cunene River which makes up part of the border between Namibia and Angola. The Cunene River flows south to enter the northern Kalahari Desert; it passes through the Namib Desert before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.
Although there are many exciting rapids, this trip caters for those seeking an unusual wilderness experience on one of the remotest rivers in Africa. The charm of this participation safari is to be found in unique rugged scenery, fascinating flora, intriguing diversity of bird life and some great paddling. You will enjoy the white water of some exhilarating rapids, explore small islands and meet members of the Ovahimba tribe. The scenery is varied and plentiful considering that the river winds its way through a semi-arid region. Crocodiles are encountered on a regular basis but are usually shy and secretive.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Windhoek and meet up with the group and guides.
Day 2: Depart for Okaukuejo in the Etosha National park where you will overnight.
Day 3: Spend the day game viewing in the park, overnight at Namutoni camp on the eastern boundary of the park.
Day 4: After breakfast head North to Ruacana on the Cunene River. Your route takes you past numerous rural villages, larger towns and cultural centers which are inhabited by the Ovambos tribe, the largest tribe in Namibia.
Day 5, 6, 7 and 8: Rafts (or 2 man crocs) are used and everyone participates in paddling. You spend approximately six hours per day on the water and the distances covered depend on flow and wind conditions. Provisions are carried on the boats for a picnic lunch at midday. As you will be camping on the banks of the river, you meet up with your back-up crew each evening who will carry all the overnight equipment and welcome you off the river with a cold drink and continue to prepare the evening meals around the campfire on the river bank.
Day 9: The river breaks up into numerous streams as you paddle your rafts past islands to arrive at the picturesque and remote Epupa Falls in the afternoon. Here the group will camp beneath the palms. Hiking along the rim of the gorge provides for spectacular views of the falls.
Day 10: After breakfast the party heads south through the Kaokoland, traveling along the western boundary of Etosha. The group will reach Kamanjab in the late afternoon to camp overnight at a Cheetah Farm where they can view tame and wild cheetah.
Day 11: After breakfast, depart for Windhoek via Okahanja, renowned for its curio market. Arrive in Windhoek late afternoon.
PRICED FROM R12995 PER ADULT
(Group bookings only, set departures)
Travel Tip:
These river trips are fantastic getaways for a long weekend with friends and family. The Orange River trip is open all year round, including Easter and New Year, although temperatures are most pleasant over the winter months when it is still hot up there. A trip away with friends to celebrate a 30 / 40 / 50th birthday - this is it!
Orange River Canoe Trip - 4 Days on the ORANGE
An Orange River Canoe Trip on the great Orange River (680km North of Cape Town) is more than merely a river trip. The Orange river rises in the Drakensberg mountains along the border between South Africa and Lesotho, after about 2400km it eventually discharges into the Atlantic Ocean. Gradually it carves its way through the awesomely beautiful Richtersveld area. We offer you days of relaxation, visual beauty, incredible sunsets, nights filled with fun around the campfire and peaceful sleep under the stars. We supply all canoeing equipment. Experienced guides will accompany you providing catering, safety and assistance. All catering on the Orange river is handled by our guides and included in the overall price are breakfasts, lunches and suppers, which are all five star meals.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive at the camp late afternoon.
Day 2&3&4: After a hearty breakfast and safety briefing, guests paddle off downstream for a day filled with fun and beautiful scenery. Each night is spent under the stars on the banks of the Orange river. Last day: Return to camp for lunch - thereafter depart at leisure or stay overnight.
PRICED FROM R2225 PER ADULT
(Specials & family packages available)
Happy travels :)
Joan
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**Photographs courtesy of Felix Unite River Adventures & Hannes Lochner **
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