Trip Dates: The Namibia Lucky Star Marathon is scheduled for the month of October.

Duration: 7 days

Highlights:  The 7-day Namibian Marathon & Wildlife Safari offers 2 of the most sought after destinations in Namibia. Starting in the capital city of Windhoek, tour participants will ease their way into the Namibian lifestyle before traveling west to Then on to Erindi Private Game Reserve for some concentrated Big Game (Yes, elephants, giraffe, oryx, springbok, kudu, and if you are lucky like a past Jermibia group, leopards!) viewing before heading to the coastal town of Swakopmund. Here you’ll enjoy the colonial feel of this captivating town, nested against the towering sand dunes of the Namib Desert. If you are up for adventure, run The Lucky Star Marathon along the south Atlantic and the dunes—an accomplishment you will surely never forget. It is here we will dip into our adrenaline lifestyle and live life to the fullest.  If a relaxing vacation is more your style while others run the marathon, enjoy all the culture Swakopmund has to offer. Let Jeremiah Allen, author of  Namibia: Discover the Real Namibia,  guide you through the planning process of this amazing country, a captivating place where he learned the ins and outs of the Namibian landscape and lifestyle while living there for nearly 3 years.

Namibia is Stable & Safe, with Fantastic Infrastructure

*Namibia has one of southern Africa’s best infrastructures.  Since its Independence in 1990, the country has remained stable, grown productive, and peacefully elects heads of state every five years.  Crime is low and water is drinkable.  These reasons, along with the many others, mainly wildlife, Namibia is a much sought after African destination.

Investment: Contact us for a quote

The investment will be similar to booking yourself but you get the in-depth knowledge that Jeremy has and I can promise you will not pay a penny more than if you booked it yourself as we can get better rates than a directly booking customer so you get the expertise and pay the same.

*Rooms based on double occupancy.  Single occupancy available for additional costs.

English is the Official Language of Namibia

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive to Windhoek, Namibia

Accommodation: Heja Game Lodge Although 13 km from Windhoek, this lodge is a fantastic place to get away and relax while enjoying a variety of animals that roam freely throughout the area. Wildebeest, springbok, oryx, ostrich, baboon, and warthog can all be easily seen from the swimming pool area.

The Capital City Windhoek = Modern, Small, Great Introduction!

Rooms are of superb quality and equipped with AC, cable TV, telephone, toilet, and shower. You will be happy to hear Heja is eco-friendly and uses a solar heating system. The chalets have their own kitchenettes. Although you are far from Windhoek, many outdoor activities can be arranged from here including short game drives and horseback riding. The restaurant has an excellent á la carte menu. If you are more of a nature lover than a city dweller, than this is the place to be.

Day 2: Depart Windoek for Erindi Private Game Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Erindi Private Game Reserve: Erindi, translated to “the place of water” in the indigenous Herero language, is home to over 15,000 animals of southern Africa’s best!  Endangered species such as the African wild dog have found a healthy and protected habitat needed at Erindi to ensure the survival of their species.

The experience is set on 71 000 ha of pristine wilderness with varied landscapes in a malaria-free area, from mountains to savannah to open grassland right in the heart of Namibia: Erindi Private Game Reserve is situated in the triangle between Okahandja, Otjiwarongo and Omaruru. The pure tranquillity, abundant wildlife and distant horizons with awesome sunsets will sweep you off your feet.The Game Reserve is carefully managed, allowing for a “one-of-a-kind” experience, providing visitors with the opportunity to step back into a time when Africa was left in the undisturbed hands of nature. (Old Traders Lodge  Superior Lodging: Fully Inclusive (Luxury accommodation, Morning & afternoon game drive with snacks & drinks, Breakfast, lunch & dinner, Afternoon coffee / tea & cake ,All drinks and beverages)

Accommodation: Old Traders Lodge provides the accommodation at Erindi Private Game Reserve. This impressive lodge comprises the main dining room and viewing deck as well as 35 well appointed suites including 5 deluxe suites. Three of the five deluxe suites face the water hole. The spacious suites include; Comfortable double or twin single beds with crisp linen and warm blankets, Remote controlled air-conditioning, En-suite bathroom with bath and shower, In-room safe, In-room study desk, satellite TV, hairdryers, fridges and kettles.

Day 3 – Erindi Private Game Lodge (Fully Inclusive)

Accommodation: Same as previous night

Day 4 – Depart Erindi for Swakopmund

Swakopmund (otherwise known by the locals as Swakop) reemerged after Independence and is today one of Namibia’s most modern cities. Its infrastructure is superb due to its beautiful location and also due to the discovery of uranium at Rössing (70 km outside of town). Rössing, the world’s largest uranium mine, employs many Namibians and had a large impact on Swakopmund’s development. Swakopmund is also a popular Namibian resort town. Tourists and Namibians alike flock to the Swakopmund’s coast to relax on holiday and partake in its many adventurous sports.

Accommodation: Eberwein Hotel – Our hotel occupies a historic building “Villa Wille” and was build in 1910 by Herman Wille. The building’s exterior appearance remained unchanged and the rooms still have original stucco-work since then to admire. We proudly converted this stately mansion into a remarkable hotel of distinctive character. There are 17 tastefully elegant rooms partially decorated in the victorian style, which quickly allow you to relax and slip out of the daily grind. All rooms are equipped to the highest standard and have TV, Telephone Lines, Hair dryer Facilities, Coffee Machines and a Minibar, and Central Heating should the temperature drop too low. May we reccomend our “Honey Moon Suite” and our V.I.P Suites with special furnishing and service for any special event. We have considered every aspect of your holiday and are eagerly awaiting your arrival at Hotel Eberwein in Swakopmund. Our cosy lounge offers a bay and Bar where exquisite South African wines are served. Although we only serve breakfast. We can advise on the Restaurants in town. Hotel Eberwein offers underground parking and is within five minutes walk from the central town shopping centre and fifteen minutes walk from beach. Allow us to advise and arrange day trips for you along the coast and into the desert where some of the largest dunes on the earth can be seen.

Day 5 – Lucky Star Marathon

Take Your Health on the Road with a Marathon!

The award ceremony will take place in the early afternoon.

Day 6 -Morning in Swakopmund, depart for Windhoek by afternoon.

Accommodation: Heja Game Lodge

Day 7 – Depart

“The African photo safari we experienced… was amazing! I never thought I would enjoy Africa so much!“-Carole Sue

Unlike Anywhere Else in the World!

Memories That Last a Lifetime

“Jeremy, 

It wasn’t until I met up with you that I started to experience the real Africa.  Africa, as I found out, has so much more to offer than the standard safaris that most people go on.  Traveling with Wild Safari Africa I experienced not only the safari side of Africa but also the people side of Africa, and that turned out to be way more exciting and adventurous than I ever could have imagined.

Your knowledge and understanding of the people and clans of southern Africa is absolutely amazing.

I have been to over 35 countries, but I can honestly say that this trip with Jeremy and Wild Safari Africa was the most exciting and unique trip I have ever been on.” -Chad Galloway

 

 

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“In May of 2008 I went on a Wild Safari African tour of the entire Namibian country with Jeremy.  Before I went and left for the African continent I was very afraid and nervous about issues including safety, health, and logistics of a tour in a foreign country who did not speak my language… And when I went on this tour with Jeremy it was safe, affordable, and most importantly everything was taken care of for me!  So I just got to sit back, relax, enjoy the sites and take tons of pictures! I had the time of my life and made memories that will last an entire lifetime.   I came home with a camera full of pictures and experiences I will hold on to forever.  If you are looking for a safe and affordable and fun experience in Africa Jeremiah Allen is the best man for the job!”-Jason “Wally” Waldron

“When an area is so remote that even google maps doesn’t seem to know much about it, you know it is just begging for a real insider to reveal the wonders there.  Allen is the man for the job.“ -Kelly Cook

“Our trip to Namibia, was hands-down, the best trip ever with the help of this book (Namibia: Discover the Real Namibia).  Could not have been possible without the great travel tips provided.  It’s a must buy for anyone looking to make inroads with locals and take the ‘less traveled’ route.“ -Ari Zandman

“Traveling with Jeremy was definitely an exciting and enlightening experience.  Not only was our tour unique and varied but we saw and experienced a number of amazing things in a relatively short period of time.  Jeremy was great to travel with, knowledgeable in local customs, and adept at handling the myriad minor details that come with international travel. 

Namibia is an incredible country and we were able to engage with so much of it–from traditional homesteads to a vibrant capital city, from sprawling deserts to wild game parks, everything was fresh and exciting.“ –Lisa Wasilewski

 

 

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*Disclaimer: Although Namibia boasts one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s greatest infrastructures, like any kind of travel, things can go wrong.  Though not often, flat tires and unexpected obstacles may cause for quick changes to the tours plan.  This is rare, and because it is Africa we will be dealing with African time which may be slow, inefficient, and make no sense at all.  This is why you have chose to tour with Jeremy, he’s used to this “nonsense” and can handle each situation accordingly and efficiently. Wild Safari Africa reserves the right to alternate the itinerary since arrangements are made up to a year in advance.  Changes will enhance and improve the Safari.Something that should be mentioned, but not deeply thought about.  Cheers!