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 Leave civilisation behind, climb the highest sand dunes in the world, observe the animals of Africa in the wild, hike through endless expanses of wilderness, and gaze up at the fantastically starry sky at night while sipping on a gin and tonic. A truly unique and absolutely unforgettable gay tour. Discover the magic of Namibia – from the awe-inspiring Namib Desert with its seas of sand to the impressive landscapes of Damaraland with its sheer variety of wildlife.
This safari tour, which showcases the most significant highlights of this fascinating country, is ideal as an in-
troduction to Africa or as a once-only visit.
• Dunes of Sossusvlei
• Atlantic breeze in Swakopmund
• Rugged landscapes of Damaraland
• Wildlife at Etosha National Park
Day 1
After arriving at the international airport in Windhoek (WDH) (flights not included), you’ll be transferred to your hotel where you’ll finally meet the other guys. Spend the day lounging by the pool or go out and explore Windhoek on your own – the city centre is just a few minutes away. Later in the afternoon, you’ll meet your guide. Over dinner, you’ll go through the exciting details of your thrilling gay adventure ahead!
Meals Included: Dinner
Accommodation: Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino, Windhoek
Day 2
Today, you’ll explore the capital city of Namibia. On an informative walking tour with your guide, you’ll delve into the German colonial history of the city and visit several monuments. You’ll stroll down Independence Avenue and then continue to the Christ Church, the Equestrian Monument and the Ink Palace.
Afterwards, your legendary journey to solitude begins: By bus, you’ll travel through the foothills of the Kalahari and through the rugged landscape of the Tsaris Mountains down to the vast Namib Desert. Your destination for this leg of your gay adventure is near the small settlement of Sesriem on the edge of the Namib-Naukluft Park.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Elegant Desert Lodge, Sesriem
Day 3
Rise and shine! Shortly after sunrise, you’ll be mesmerised as you watch how the dunes are painted striking hues of apricot, red and orange by the first rays of sunlight. You’ll be captivated by the surreal landscapes of Deadvlei and Sossusvlei, two pans (salt and clay) surrounded by some of the highest dunes on the planet. Be sure to walk up one of these majestic dunes and take in the breathtaking sight below. Before returning to your lodge, you’ll take a short hike through Sesriem Canyon, a natural phenomenon in the heart of the Namib Desert.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Elegant Desert Lodge, Sesriem
Day 4
After breakfast, you’ll travel to Solitaire, a small settlement seemingly in the middle of nowhere on the edge of the Namib-Naukluft National Park. Via the desolate, rolling hills of the Kuiseb Valley, you’ll continue your gay tour. Travelling along the Trans-Kalahari Highway between the dune belt and the Atlantic Ocean, you’ll reach the coastal city of Swakopmund, where you’ll have the rest of the day to enjoy the ocean breeze at your leisure.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Swakopmund Plaza Hotel, Swakopmund
Day 5
The shimmering sea beckons and invites you on a boat trip. You’ll set sail to see the dolphins and seals in magnificent Walvis Bay. On board, you’ll be treated to a lunchtime snack. Your gay adventure then continues northwards. On the way, you’ll make a stop at the amazing seal colony at Cape Cross. Don’t forget to take pictures!
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack & Dinner
Accommodation: Cape Cross Lodge, Cape Cross
Day 6
Get ready to explore a fascinating rocky landscape beyond compare! By foot, you’ll discover the petroglyphs of Twyfelfontein, which were carved into stone by a mysterious people that we know very little about. In the Damara Living Museum, you’ll learn about the life of the Damara – how they lived thousands of years ago, how they made their garments, and how gathered food in the bush.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Ugab Terrace Lodge, Damaraland
Day 7
Finally, the time has come: You’ll make your way to Namibia’s wildlife haven – Etosha National Park. There’s no time to waste, so keep your camera ready! The park, which surrounds a parched salt desert known as the Etosha Pan, is home to four of the Big Five (elephants, lions, leopards, and rhinos) as well as an array of popular game species such as giraffes, blue wildebeest, plains and mountain zebras, hyenas, lions, leopards, and antelopes. You might also encounter some endangered species such as black rhinos, cheetahs, and black-faced impalas.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Toshari Lodge, Etosha Park
Day 8
Another exciting game drive through Etosha National Park awaits you. If you’re up for a different type of adventure, you can book an unforgettable open game drive for an additional fee. Enjoy a special safari experience driving through Etosha National Park in an open 4x4 jeep with an English-speaking ranger. The park has the highest concentration of wildlife in all of Namibia, so you just might encounter wildlife you didn’t see on your last drive past the many waterholes along the Etosha Pan. In the afternoon, you’ll travel back to the lodge, where you can enjoy the rest of the evening dreaming about the gay adventures you’ve had under the starry, starry sky.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Toshari Lodge, Etosha Park
Day 9
With a heavy heart, you’ll say goodbye to the wildlife paradise of Etosha after breakfast. Via the villages of Tsumeb and Otjiwarongo, you’ll reach the final lodge of your amazing gay holiday – the Auas Safari Lodge. On a final game drive, you’ll have one last opportunity to experience Namibia’s incredible wildlife up close and personal. In the evening, the Windhoek camp will be sizzling with an African dinner complete with kudu and more. Be sure to stay awake as long as you can – that way you can wish on a shooting star to come back to Namibia soon!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Auas Safari Lodge, Windhoek area
Day 10
Spend the morning making a few more memories before being transferred to the international airport (WDH) (flights not included) for your flight home. Or how about staying another two nights at the lodge before heading home?
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 10 - 11
Want to relax a little before heading home? Then stay two more nights at the final accommodation of your gay tour. Unwind outdoors by the pool and go on one of the game drives offered by the lodge (additional fee).
Plan your own gay adventures in this magical desert paradise - the Auas Safari Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Auas Safari Lodge, Windhoek area
Day 12
Spend the morning at your leisure before being transferred to the international airport (WDH) (flights not included).
Meals Included: Breakfast
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