Etosha, Swakopmund & Naankuse

12 days—Volunteering Project

$2400-2500 USD

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Safari summary

For the enthusiastic traveller, this 12 day package is the perfect combination of a tour to Etosha & rewarding you with volunteering at the Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary. Etosha National Park is renowned as one of the best game reserves in Africa, a haven for wildlife, and supports one of the most important ecological and wildlife systems on the continent. At 22,270 km sq this huge park hosts an impressive collection of game including the white rhino and endangered black rhino, lion, cheetah, leopard, elephant, giraffe and numerous species of antelope as well as an impressive 340 species of birds – enough to keep any nature and wildlife enthusiast happy. Also included in this fabulous short adventure is an overnight stop at Swakopmund, the adventure capital of Namibia and a visit to the RAMSAR Protected site of Walvis Bay Lagoon to see the flamingos. Then, head out to the Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary for 6 days of action. Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary, which provides a safe haven for injured, orphaned or conflict animals. Whenever possible the goal is to re-introduce the animals into the wild. Only animals too ill, abused or habituated remain at the sanctuary.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Namibia
	Parks	Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Etosha Namib-Naukluft

Fine details

Safari highlights

Volunteer—culture, environment or wildlife
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Private vehicle and driver
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Backpackers, Windhoek

We will be collected from the Hosea Kutako International Airport on arrival and transferred to a backpackers centrally located in Windhoek. Time permitting, we have the opportunity to join one of the optional activities that are available. Dinner tonight is at your own expense, and the staff will be more than happy to make recommendations of great restaurants in Windhoek.

Backpackers, Windhoek

Halali, Etosha National Park

Etosha

We will be collected from our accommodation and transferred to Etosha National Park. During our game drive, we'll visit various waterholes, which offer good chances of spotting wildlife. Our overnight stay will be at Halali Camp, where we can witness the nightly wildlife spectacle at the Moringa waterhole, known to attract elephants and the critically endangered black rhino.

Halali Resort, Etosha

Etosha Village

Etosha

We have the entire day to maximize our game viewing in Etosha National Park. Starting at sunrise, we aim to spot big cats returning from their hunts. After breakfast at Halali, we visit various waterholes where wildlife congregates. We also take in the breathtaking expanse of the Etosha Pan. Exiting through the Anderson gate at sunset, we reach our comfortable accommodation, ready to enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by our guide.

Etosha Village Lodge

Hotel A La Mer, Swakopmund

After breakfast, we take the scenic route to the Skeleton Coast, passing through Damaraland and enjoying encounters with local tribes. We stop at the Brandberg mountain for a picnic lunch before reaching the shipwreck-laden Skeleton Coast. Finally, we arrive in Swakopmund, a town with German colonial architecture, where we check into our centrally located hotel and can explore on foot. Swakopmund offers excellent dining options recommended by our guide.

Hotel A La Mer

Backpackers, Windhoek

Today, we have a leisurely morning in Swakopmund to explore the town, visit shops, and enjoy the café culture. We then head to Walvis Bay and Dune 7, followed by a visit to the renowned Walvis Bay lagoon with its abundant birdlife, including flamingos. We return to Windhoek via the main road, with a light lunch en route. You will be dropped off in Windhoek, where you can enjoy dinner at one of the city's excellent restaurants.

Backpackers

N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary

Today, we transfer to N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary, a haven for injured and orphaned animals. We receive a briefing, meet fellow volunteers and animals, and enjoy a welcome braai with the team.

N/a’an ku sê Tented Area

N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary

Our morning starts with an early breakfast and Sundays are rest days but not before we prepare and feed the orphaned and injured animals. This usually takes between 1 and 2 hours in the morning. The rest of the day we can spend enjoying the beautiful outdoors, around the pool reading a book or learning more about the conservation work done at the volunteer centre.

N/a’an ku sê Tented Area

N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary

Over the next 4 days, we actively participate in African wildlife conservation through morning activities, including feeding and caring for animals. After a light lunch, we engage in research projects and learn about ongoing conservation efforts. Evenings are filled with delicious home-cooked dinners at the Lapa.

N/a’an ku sê Tented Area

N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary

Over the next 3 days, we actively participate in African wildlife conservation through morning activities, including feeding and caring for animals. After a light lunch, we engage in research projects and learn about ongoing conservation efforts. Evenings are filled with delicious home-cooked dinners at the Lapa.

N/a’an ku sê Tented Area

N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary

Over the next 2 days, we actively participate in African wildlife conservation through morning activities, including feeding and caring for animals. After a light lunch, we engage in research projects and learn about ongoing conservation efforts. Evenings are filled with delicious home-cooked dinners at the Lapa.

N/a’an ku sê Tented Area

N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary

Today we actively participate in African wildlife conservation through morning activities, including feeding and caring for animals. After a light lunch, we engage in research projects and learn about ongoing conservation efforts. Evenings are filled with delicious home-cooked dinners at the Lapa.

N/a’an ku sê Tented Area