Simply Namibia
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Trip Highlights
- Interaction with remote OvaHimba people
- Experience the Bushman San culture
- Safari in Etosha National Park
- Breathtaking Skeleton Coast
- Quaint Swakopmund
- Stunning Sossusvlei dunes
Your ''Taste of Volunteering'' Project
Your volunteer project is with the OvaHimba people in northwestern Namibia. A nomadic, pastoral people, they have been isolated by their harsh desert lands and continue to cling to their traditions. The women are renowned for covering themselves in a mixture of butter fat, ochre and herbs, which gives their skin a reddish tinge.
This is a unique opportunity to experience and work along side a fascinating people. Your primary task will be to assist building traditional homesteads (mud huts). However, you may also be able to assist with repairing valuable water wells or herding the cattle, which is their livelihood.
Trip Summary
The spectacular scenery of Namibia hides its harsh and unforgiving nature. As you marvel at some of the most amazing desert scenery in the world, remember that this region really is a testament to the resilience of humans and animals.
Start in Windhoek before heading to the Aabadi Bush Camp where you gain insights into San culture before three incredible days spotting game in the world renowned Etosha National Park.
Head further north to Opuwo, for four incredible days immersed in the OvaHimba community to help on various volunteer projects.
The remainder of your trip is a blend of remarkable scenery and fun activities. A drive through the rugged beauty of Damaraland and the Skeleton Coast is a perfect way to reflect on your rewarding experience with the Himba. This is followed by the adventure capital of Swakopmund, to enjoy phenomenal desert flights, dune buggy rides or a thrilling sand boarding.
The towering sand dunes of Sossusvlei are among most photographed in the world and are a fitting finale to a remarkable trip. Your last day is at a rest camp to relax, enjoy a horse ride or just kick back and watch the sunset, drink in hand.
If you are a solo traveller and are looking for people to travel with, click here
For a full trip description in PDF format, click here (you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader).
Feel free to contact us if you have any enquiries about this trip.
With one person booking, please contact us for the price of your trip.
