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Accommodations and Cuisine
Ecovitality is a non-profit environmental group and its safari profits go directly to fund African wildlife conservation
"Namibia was an
excellent country for an initial visit to Africa, with enough varied
topography and animals that you could easily come back many times before
absorbing
"This
was the best trip I have ever taken in more than 20 years of travel.
The excitement and energy from constant discovery made it exotic,
while the structure made it comfortable.
Every day offered something new to challenge my biases and
preconceptions.
After 2 weeks of ever changing variety and depth of experiences,
I am more awestruck than ever about the beautiful, fragile complexity of
life on earth."
"Although there
was not a myriad of wildlife to be seen, western Etosha offers a different and
interesting landscape, one which I was eager to see. Staying at Kavita was
not only a lovely and relaxing experience, but I think it is important for
visitors, who have come because of their fascination with African wildlife, to
see what concerned and dedicated Namibians are doing to improve wildlife
conservation in their country."
"As a
vegetarian, I was grateful and very pleased with the variety and quality of food
selections which suited my diet. The quantity was more than enough, in
fact, much more than we are accustomed to eating at home. The quality was
excellent with especially fine dining experiences at Kavita, Okonjima, and
Heinitzburg Castle Hotel."
The trip was organized in detail
focusing on guest comfort. The guides were social, informative, and
attentive. Food was the best available, whether local and traditional, or
prepared to order. Eating under all the conditions was fun and an
important part of the safari experience. A ccommodations were intriguingly
varied, sometimes exotic and plush, but always at a level of comfort
beyond our expectations as tourists. Heinitzburg Castle was exquisite and
a world class treat on our last day and night."
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tours@ecovitality.org 727-593-5878 (Phone & Fax) Johannesburg International Airport Holiday Inn: The hotel is located just a 3-minute courtesy ride from Johannesburg International airport terminal and provides quality accommodations and friendly service. This is a modern hotel with all the major conveniences including concierge services, restaurant, bar, gift shop, news stand, and indoors pool. All meals are served buffet style in the main dining room, and the breakfast buffet is especially good. The Hansa Hotelin Swakomund:The luxurious Hansa Hotel is located in the center of charming Swakopmund, and offers every modern convenience. Built in 1905, the classic design of the grand Hansa forms part of the town’s architectural culture. The hotel received the Best Hotel in Namibia Award (over 50 rooms) from the Hotel Association of Namibia in 1997 and 1998, and more recently received a Certificate of Excellence from the same association. The Hansa has a very good restaurant featuring seafood and game specialties. The Hansa also has an extensive wine list that has won the Diners Club Wine List of the Year Award. The hotel offers continental as well as English breakfasts, and an a la carte dinner menu. Mowani
Mountain Camp This lodge is one of the finest in the Damaraland Region. It is distinguished by thatched dome-shaped structures that echo the shape of the surrounding granite boulders. The feeling is one of an upscale African village, a theme continued throughout the Camp in various wood carvings and artifacts. The main complex at Mowani consists of a reception, bar, dining room, and lounge which overlooks the waterhole. Accommodations are in 12 luxury East-African-style safari tents with en suite facilities. The tents are built on raised wooden platforms, each with its own private verandah and great views of the Aba-Huab Valley. In keeping with the splendid location and decor, the food is excellent. Puros Community Campground: This campsite is situated next to the Hoarusib River in Kaokoland. The camp includes four private secluded camping areas, each with a toilet and shower. The sites are well-shaded by indigenous trees, and there is a bar with cool drinks. There is a village shared by the Himba and Herero tribes 5 km from the camp site, offering displays of Himba culture provided by the local women. They will show you food preparation, housing methods and materials, traditional medicines, and a range of Himba utensils. There is also a craft shop that includes Himba and Herero baskets, jewelry and dolls. Meals will be prepared by your guides who do a great job at campfire cooking. You will be treated to local game, and African specialties, and European selections in the striking Kaokoland wilderness. Epupa Falls Camp: Accommodations at Epupa Falls are offered in 9 luxury East-African style permanently fixed tents with private baths. These are the best available accommodations within more than 100 miles of Epupa Falls. Relax next to the beautiful Kunene River after a day of exploring and listen to the roar of the Falls. Dinner and breakfast will be provided by the Camp, and our guides will serve a light lunch during your drives to the Himba encampments and Kavita Lion Lodge. Kavita Lion Lodge: Kavita Lion Lodge is located on a large private game ranch just to the south of Etosha Park's western entrance. Enjoy the hospitality and warmth of your hosts, Tammy and Uwe Hoth, and let them show you the wildlife and scenery at Kavita. The accommodations consist of very attractive thatched-roof chalets overlooking a waterhole. Enjoy the swimming pool, guided nature hikes, and game drives on the expansive ranch. Kavita is also the home of the Afri-Leo Foundation and a sanctuary for lions unable to survive in the wild. The excellent cuisine at Kavita Lion Lodge is European style, using fresh, local ingredients. The Lodge serves delicious pastries and teas every afternoon. Etosha National Park: Okaukeujo Camp Okaukeujo Camp in the central Etosha region is justifiably famous for nighttime sightings at its waterhole of black rhino and elephants. The 2- bed and 4-bed bungalows are similar to those in Namutoni Camp, and Okaukeujo also has a similar restaurant serving the same types and quality of food. Other amenities include indoor and outdoor bars and a shopping kiosk. There are diverse animals at the Okaukeujo waterhole nearly every hour of the day and night. So take your after-dinner drinks, binoculars, and jacket, and settle in to enjoy the show! Etosha National Park: Mushara Lodge Mushara Lodge, located 8 kms from the eastern entrance of the Etosha National Park, has ten widely-spaced bungalows equipped with air conditioning, telephone, safe, mini bar and ensuite bathrooms. A lavish buffet-style breakfast and excellent dinner complemented by a quality wine list is served in their dining room. Mushara Lodge opened in 1998, making it one of the newest resorts in Namibia, and its facilities have been very well-maintained. Okonjima Resort: Okonjima is a private game ranch and luxurious resort that also is a rehabilitation center and sanctuary for African big cats. Every year it is chosen one of the leading resorts in Namibia. The accommodations are in individual chalets tucked away in the bush for privacy, or in a lovely setting with rooms surrounding a beautiful courtyard and garden area. Okonjima offers a wide range of activities including up-close cheetah, lion, and leopard sitings, guided walks, game drives, and after-dinner viewing of nocturnal animals from a special game hide. Okonjima is the home of the AfriCat Foundation of Namibia, one of the nation's oldest wildlife conservation and education organizations. Enjoy gourmet cuisine served in an open-air, thatched-roof dining area overlooking the swimming pool and African bush, or in the lovely lodge dining room. The food is superb! Hotel Castle Heinitzburg: The Hotel Castle Heinitzburg sits on a bluff overlooking Windhoek, the capital of Namibia. The Heinitzburg hotel features elegant, beautifully furnished guest rooms equipped with air conditioning, television, telephone and mini-bar. You will enjoy a memorable dinner in Leo's at the Castle, the highest-rated restaurant in Namibia with the largest private wine cellar. |
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