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Conservancy Safaris run outstanding trips to Kunene, but as the company is 100% owned by the local Himba and Herero communities, it’s the ultimate in responsible travel, where every guest makes their footprint count, by directly aiding conservation and local communities, whilst enjoying an inspirational journey of a lifetime. The five conservancies are : Puros, Orupembe, Sanitatas, Okonjombo and Marienfluss. That’s an area of 13,500 sq km and a population of only 1800, located in north-west Namibia. With backing and support from IRNDC and WWF, these local people have done much to protect the region with the long term goal of conservation. These magnificent safaris help ensure they are able to continue doing so......

KATITI WILDLIFE AND CULTURE: 6 days, 6 nights.
Day 0 : Arrival at Wereldsend for briefing and introduction to conservation in the area
Day 1 : Rhino trekking in Torra, then onto Sesfontein through Damaraland towards the Hoanib River – searching for elephants, lions, oryx, giraffe and other animals.
Day 2 : Head to the Puros Conservancy, game viewing and meeting fascinating local people on route.
Day 3 :Follow the Hoarusib River and the Etendeka Mounatins through dramatic scenery and landscapes. Meet local people and again view the unique flora and fauna.
Day 4 : Spend time with the Himba people, learning more of their ways and the challenges they face.
Day 5 : Follow the course of the Gomatum River through Puros to the Giribis Plains (with their mysterious fairy circles) and onto Sesfontein’s stunning Ganamub Mountain Camp.
Day 6 : After a leisurely breakfast it’s a game drive back through Sesfontein and the Palmwag Concession to Wereldsend.

SPECIALISED SAFARIS - LIMITED EDITIONS - 5 days, 5 nights.
DESERT LION PROJECT : CS team meets up with renowned lion researcher Dr Flip Stander and his Desert Lion Conservation Project. Guests enjoy an unforgettable reality experience of conservation in action and get an insight into the challenges facing the unique desert lions’ survival in a harsh and forbidding environment.
CONSERVATION & CULTURE : Garth Owen-Smith and Dr Margaret Jacobsohn lead an intense journey into the heart and soul of Kaokoland during which guests learn about the fascinating culture of the people living here and gain incomparable insights into conservation and community-based natural resource management.
KAOKOLAND NATURALLY with Steve Braine, one of Namibia’s top naturalists, focuses on natural history and the diverse and unusual creatures that have adapted – each in their own way – to the desert environment. Steve’s encyclopaedic knowledge of their habits and habitats will unfurl a whole new world.
DESERT ELEPHANT PROJECT Safari is led by Dr Keith Leggett. This fascinating safari centres round the wild and western parts of the Hoarusib and Hoanib catchments. Delve into the mysterious realm of deserts and elephants and learn what it is to live with these behemoths and the compromises required to ensure the future of these unique desert animals.

ARID EDEN - see itinerary

DESERT RHINO QUEST - see itinerary

KUNENE KALEIDOSCOPE : 9 days, 9 nights.
Day 0 : Arrival at Wereldsend for briefing and introduction to conservation in the area
Day 1 : Rhino trekking in Torra, then onto Sesfontein through Damaraland towards the Hoanib River – searching for elephants, lions, oryx, giraffe and other animals.
Day 2 : Head to the Puros Conservancy, game viewing and meeting fascinating local people on route.
Day 3 : Follow the Hoarusib River and the Etendeka Mountains through dramatic scenery and landscapes. Meet local people and again view the unique flora and fauna.
Day 4 : More time spent in this area meeting the local people and viewing the wildlife Day 5 : Follow the course of the Gomatum River through Puros to the Giribis Plains (with their mysterious fairy circles).
Day 6 : Spend time in Marienfluss up to the Kunene River and the Angolan border, returning to Etambura Day 7 : Explore the area close to the camp, seeing life up close. Day 8 : Follow the course of the Gomatum River through Puros to the Giribis Plains (with their mysterious fairy circles) and onto Sesfontein’s stunning Ganamub Mountain Camp.
Day 9: After a leisurely breakfast it’s a game drive back through Sesfontein and the Palmwag Concession to Wereldsend.

Note for Kamili : 4th April, 6th June, 4th July and 5th September 2011