BEST of NAMIBIA - PHOTO SAFARI
Guided Photographic Safari JUNE 2024
Dates & Cost
Dates: June 3 - 8th 2024
Cost: USD $7,899.00
Deposit: USD $1,900.00
Single Premium: USD $1,499.00
Participants: 10 max
ITINERARY
*Itineraries are planned with great care. For operational reasons, it may be necessary to change the sequence of activities or the intended routes taken, and although such cases are rare, The Photo Safari Company recommends that itineraries should be treated only as a guideline.
Accommodation
Our safaris only use 4+ star hotels and luxury tented camps in private safari concessions within the game parks. These concessions have are exclusively for guests staying at the luxury tented camps, therefore there is more chance to see wildlife and not be disturbed by other visitors to the parks. This also means you are
Small intimate group of photographers
This safari is designed for a small and intimate group of photographers, with a maximum of 10 guests. We will be able to offer each guest as much, or as little personalized photographic support as required.
Photographic Opportunity: High
All our safaris provide a high level of photographic opportunities. Whether these are local culture, landscapes or wildlife, we guarantee that you will always have something new to photograph during your time with us.
Safari Pace: Medium
This safari is a medium to high pace schedule. It has been planned to ensure your return on investment is high, with maximising photographic opportunities at multiple times per day.
Downtime: Sufficient
We have planned sufficient downtime throughout this safari, however, we understand some guests may require a slower paced schedule.
You may always opt-out of any activity and give yourself more downtime to relax and enjoy your surroundings. There is never any pressure to attend all the scheduled activities.
We will, of course, ensure you are well looked after while the rest of the group is out on activities should you wish to not participate.
Day 1: Arrival and Afternoon Photography - Swakopmund/Walvis Bay
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Airport/local hotel Pickup
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Air charter from Windhoek to Swakopmund. Met by our professional transfer service and transferred to hotel.
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5 Star Hotel Check-In and Relax
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Check in to your accommodation, relax, and acclimatize for the morning.
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Lunch: Welcome Briefing
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Attend a welcome briefing to discuss the upcoming itinerary and safety guidelines. Fully catered lunch and beverages.
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Late Afternoon: Sealife Photography.
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Photography session visiting areas with Cape Fur Seals, Flamingos, Sea birds and seascapes.
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Sunset Cocktails
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Cocktails on the sunset deck, watching the ocean as the African sun sets, whilst enjoying your choice of cold beverage and canapes.
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Evening/Dinner
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Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
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Day 2: Swakopund & Skeleton Coast
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Morning: Swakopund & Skeleton Coast.
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Swakopund architectural photography of the local town followed by breakfast.
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Mid-morning: Air Transfer
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Charter flight to Skeleton Coast.
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Afternoon: Coastal photography
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Photography of the marvellous Skeleton Coast sand dunes, wrecks and landscapes.
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Evening: Dinner and relax
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Enjoy sundowners and dinner with fellow guests.
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Day 3: Etosha Safari Begins
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Morning: Charter flight to Etosha
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Early morning flight to Etosha National Park. Transfer to private concession within the park.
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- Lunch: Park Debrief & Lunch
- Lunch debrief with fellow guests and photographic guides.
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Afternoon: Game Drive & Sundowners
- Afternoon game drive and sunset drinks in the park.
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Evening: Dinner
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Enjoy a romantic dinner for two with your significant other.
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Day 4: Bush Walk & Breakfast
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Morning: Guided Bush Walk
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Spend the early morning on a professional guided game walk to capture the magnificent wildlife up close.
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Lunch: Relax and rest.
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Enjoy some downtime by the pool or enjoy a well deserved nap.
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Afternoon: Game Drive
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Game drive to enjoy the finest wildlife moments in Etosha National Park.
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Evening: Dinner
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Dinner & Drinks at the safari camp.
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Day 5: Bush Walk & Breakfast
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Morning: Game Drive
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Spend the early morning on a game drive with breakfast in the bush.
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Lunch: Relax and rest.
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Enjoy some down time to rejuvenate and relax.
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Afternoon: Game Drive
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Game drive to get those final memories captured and enjoy a cold beverage watching the sun set in Etosha National Park.
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Evening: Dinner
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Enjoy a special farewell dinner with your safari group.
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Day 6: Final Morning and Departure
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Morning: Game Drive
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Early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the hotel.
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Mid-morning:
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Charter flight to Windhoek.
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IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION
The Cost
The price of this African wildlife photographic safari is based upon double occupancy (two people sharing a room/tent) is $7,999.00.
Should there be availability, we would be happy to arrange a private room/tent for solo guest. The supplement for a private room is $1,499.00.
If we have two solo guests and you wish to share a room, we will do our best to match you with another guest of the same gender. Should either solo guest not wish to share a room/tent with another guest, then the single supplement of $1,499.00 will be charged.
What is Included
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Charter flights to/from private game concessions.
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Airport transfers on the date of arrival and departure.
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All accommodation from first day of safari.
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Three meals daily (breakfast, lunch, dinner), starting with breakfast/brunch from first day of safari.
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Beverages for the duration of the safari – bottled & filtered water, tea/coffee, non alcoholic, beer, wine, and select spirits during your entire stay.
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Costs for all scheduled activities listed in the itinerary.
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All National Parks fees, Victoria Falls entrance fees, and applicable taxes.
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Evacuation insurance to a private hospitals in capital cities (transport only – Cost of hospitalization NOT included)
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Experienced, professional safari guides.
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Experienced professional photography guides.
What is Not Included
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Tourist Visas.
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Travel Insurance.
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Camera gear insurance.
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Personal purchases (such as snacks, curios, satellite telephone calls, cellular phone calls, internet, laundry, etc).
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Gratuities for the guides, staff at accommodations, and airport transfers.
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Optional extra activities that are available, but have not been listed in your itinerary.
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Pre- and post-safari tours.
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Meals and accommodations before or after the safari.
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International flights.
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Health screening, including Covid PCR & RAT tests.
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Anything that has not been listed in the itinerary/explicitly listed.
REGISTRATION, DEPOSIT, PAYMENT & TERMS
Registration
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We require all guests to complete the online registration form prior to making your deposit. The information captured in this registration process is only used by Photo Safari Company.
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Deposit
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A 25% non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration to secure your place on this photographic safari.
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We understand that life can be unpredictable, therefore we can offer you a credit for another future dated safari if you need to cancel your chosen scheduled safari.
We do not offer refunds from the deposit.
Payments
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Photo Safari Company use PayPal for taking the initial 25% deposit.
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By using PayPal, you automatically benefit from PayPal's "Buyer Protection" at no additional cost to you. This buyer protection provides peace of mind when booking with us.
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For more information, please visit the PayPal Website.
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Photo Safari Company accept both PayPal and Stripe to take additional payments to complete your booking.
Payment Terms
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The 25% non-refundable deposit is to reserve your place on this safari.
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Remaining balance of investment is strictly 90 days prior to start of the safari.
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Should you fail to pay the outstanding balance, you will forfeit your deposit and your reservation on your chosen safari.
Payment Instalments
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Please contact us if you would like to pay in instalments to help manage your finances.
Rates Policy & Disclaimer
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We reserve the right to amend our advertised rates should our costs increase due to unforeseen increases with our partners. However, will honour any confirmed booking at existing agreed rates.
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Confirmed booking definition: Photo Safari Company has invoiced the booking in full, received full payment for the booking.
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Photo Safari Company Terms & Conditions
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Please ensure you read our Terms & Conditions as you will be accepting these as part of the booking process.
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Photo Safari Company reserve the right to update our Terms & Conditions at any time without notification.
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By making and completing the booking process with Photo Safari Company, for your chosen safari, you are agreeing to our Terms & Conditions.
*We highly recommend protecting your investment with appropriate travel insurance.
**All prices quoted on our website are US Dollars.
***All payments made are to be in US Dollars. Should you wish to pay in another currency, please contact us.