The 5 Rivers 4x4 Adventure

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“The 5 Rivers 4x4 Adventure”

19 – 29 March 2011

The Tour

The tour takes place during Namibia’s rainy season and you will see and experience the Kaokoland and Damaraland areas like never before! Starting with the Hoariseb River we’ll travel south, on our way exploring the following rivers:
- The Hoanib River (Sesfontein);
- The Huab River (Twyfelfontein);
- The Ugab River (Brandberg); and
- The Omaruru River (Omdel Dam)

Each of these five rivers has its own unique character and attractions. The Hoariseb River is known for its large number of elephants while the Hoanib River has been frequented by lion and cheetah lately. The Ugab River cuts through spectacular rock formations while the large Anna trees of the Omaruru River makes for excellent shaded bush Camps…

The Itinerary

Day 0 (19 March 2011): Toko Lodge (Campsite), Kamanjab

You’ll meet your guides at the Toko Lodge (campsite) situated just north of Kamanjab on the D2695. Travel in a northerly direction from Kamanjab on the C35 to Ruacana. After 8km’s turn right on the D 2763 and turning right again on the D2695 after 13.4km’s. You’ll find the entrance to Rustig Toko Lodge on your right hand side after another 6.5km’s.

Day 1 (20 March 2011): Toko Lodge via Opuwo to Bush Camp (In the vicinity of the Hoariseb River)

Departing after breakfast we’ll travel to Opuwo where we’ll refuel and stock up on some last minute supplies. A supermarket and ATM facilities are available in Opuwo. Leaving the tar road behind we’ll travel in a westerly direction, reaching an arbitrary of the Hoariseb River abouth 80km’s west of Kaoko Otavi. Following this dry riverbed towards to Hoariseb River, we’ll make our first bush camp just before reaching the Hoariseb itself.

Day 2 & 3 (21 & 22 March 2011): Bush Camp – Puros Community Camp

On Day 2 we’ll reach our camp at the Ngatutunga Community Camp shortly before lunch…but not before engaging low range and negotiating some thick sand and even mud…

This very neat and shaded community camp will be our base for the next two days from where we’ll explore the very scenic and interesting surroundings. Places of interest include the fountain to the south of the camp, a place visited daily by the elephants and other game such as giraffe and oryx. Then there is the challenge of reaching the Puros Poort…From the Jan Joubert Koppie you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Hoariseb Valley while enjoying a sun-downer.

Day 4 (23 March 2011): Hoariseb River – Hoanib River


On Day 4 we’ll travel south, crossing the Ganias Flats on our way to the Hoanib River. Reaching the river before lunch we’ll first explore the spectacularly scenic area to the west of Amspoort, enjoying snacks right on the border of the Skeleton Coast Park. The Hoanib River is home to large numbers of oryx and giraffe and you can look forward to excellent game viewing…

We’ll make our second bush camp in the vicinity of the “Poort” before reaching the small town of Sesfontein the following day.

Day 5 (24 March 2011): Hoanib River – Huab River

After breakfast we’ll negotiate the remaining 30km’s in the riverbed before reaching the gravel road and the town of Sesfontein. Provided Sesfontein has fuel available we’ll refuel before heading further south, past Palmwag to the Huab River.

Our third bush camp will be in the Huab River in the vicinity of the Huab swamps, an area where we have spotted lions in the past…

Day 6 (25 March 2011): Huab River – Ugab River

Another exciting day beckons as we head further south, now entering “Black Rhino Country” and we skirt the Doros Crater on our way to the Ugab River. On our way to the Ugab River we’ll cross the Goantagab River which area of late has proven popular with the Black Rhinos…

Our destination and base for the following two days is the Ugab White Lady Lodge where we’ll enjoy the facilities after a couple of “Bush Camps”.

Day 7 (26 March 2011): Exploring the Ugab River and surroundings

A day of relaxation…

Day 8 (27 March 2011): Ugab River – Omaruru River

Not too many people even know that there is a dam in the Omaruru River let alone go there! A very scenic track takes us into the Omaruru Valley where we’ll follow river west towards the coast.
The Omdel Dam is situated in the Omaruru River where ephemeral floodwaters are temporarily stored to be released in dry seasons into infiltration areas over natural underground fresh water reservoirs. When there is water in the dam a wide variety of waterfowl and interesting plants can be seen.
Day 9 (28 March 2011): Omaruru River –Henties Bay

After a short drive in the riverbed we’ll reach the coast just north of Henties Bay. The tour will conclude with a braai at the De Duine Hotel and for those wanting to stay a day longer, there’s a guided fishing trip to look forward to the following day.

Day 10 (29 March 2011): Optional Day – Fishing Trip

An additional amount of N$1350 per person includes a full day fishing trip and accommodation on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis in the De Duine Hotel.

Tour Price

Tour price: R/N$7700 per person

The tour price includes:
- Qualified guides and a fully equipped recovery vehicle;
- Two-way radios in each vehicle in the convoy;
- Accommodation (as specified above), camping- and park entrance fees;
 Toko Lodge – Camping;
 Puros Community Camp (2 Nights) – Camping;
 Ugab White Lady Lodge (2 Nights) – Camping;
 De Duine Hotel Henties Bay (1 Night) – Hotel, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast;
- All dinners on tour;
- A detailed tour hand-out and welcoming gift;

The tour price excludes:
- Own drinks and snacks;
- Activities not specifically included in the itinerary;

What you should know

Documents
o Valid passport with more than two clean pages;
o Identification Documents;
o Valid driver’s license;

Money

The local currency is the Namibian Dollar (N$). Apart from the N$, the South African R is also accepted as legal tender. Most lodges, shops and other retailers accept Master and Visa cards.

How much money should I take?

Take some cash to pay for drinks at the various accommodation establishments. Most lodges also have small curio shops where it is preferable to pay in cash.

Health

Strictly speaking, the most northern parts of the Kaokoland is a potential malaria area. Please consult your GP or Physician in this regard.

Fuel

Vehicle should carry enough fuel to cover a distance of 700km – terrain varying between thick sand, mud, rocks and normal gravel tracks.

Booking information

Send an e-mail to
- Elizabeth, info@mondjila.com or to
- Johan, johan@mondjila.com to book your place on this adventure

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