4 Nights in Swakopmund, Namibia from US$2,236

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Palm-lined streets, seaside promenades, fine accommodation, a pleasant summer climate and decent beaches. Welcome to Swakopmund - Namibia's premier holiday resort! During the summer holidays and long weekends, thousands of Namibians flock to the coast, and this human migration happens for a number of reasons; Swakopmund has a real holiday feel to it and everyone wants to be there; during the December holidays, the cool Namibian coast offers relief from the intense heat of the interior; and more importantly as far as the tourist is concerned in these modern times, Swakop has changed, and has become the countries leading adrenaline destination, with a wide range of activities to suit all ages and (most) egos. The area of Namib Desert around Swakopmund is named the West Coast Recreational Area. And recreation is the towns number one draw card. There are countless pursuits to help you spend your time, and money. For those interested in adventure activities Swakopmund offers sandboarding, quad biking, dune carting, parachuting, hot air ballooning, shark fishing, deep sea fishing and beach angling to name but a few. For the more sedentary there are restaurants, cafes, art galleries, the Swakopmund Museum, a snake park and aquarium. If danger isn't your middle name, then the architecture and general feeling of Swakopmund might be more to your liking. This town has the ambiance associated with a small German village, and the town seems to be stuck in time. (Less for those who care to jump out of perfectly serviceable aircraft shouting 'Geronimo' before it lands safely.) Although in recent times the new generation have woken up to the tourist potential of the area, Swakopmund still manages to create a feeling of timelessness. Buildings and monuments of note in Swakopmund include the Hohenzollern Building, the Marine memorial, the War memorial in memory of those killed in World War 2, Princess Rupprecht House originally a military hospital now a private guest house.The Kaserne buildings originally served as a barracks and is of a similar design to the Alte Feste in Windhoek and Fort Namutoni in Etosha. The old Swakopmund Prison is still fully operational and provides budget accommodation for the criminal fraternity of the Namibian coast. The Swakopmund Railway station was completed in 1901 and now houses the Swakopmund Hotel, while the bells of the Deutsche Evangelical Church were imported from Germany. Standing close to the State House (Kaiserliches Bezirksgericht) is the Swakop Lighthouse at just over 20 meters it has been functional since 1902. The main beach area is called the Mole, and is the result of a largely unsuccessful attempt to construct the artificial harbour (as South Africa owned the only natural harbour in the area at Walvis Bay). The towns most iconic symbol is the Swakopmund jetty, initially used as mooring for ships it later became a popular are for anglers and walkers, it has fallen into disrepair on numerous occasions and has been subject to several attempts to rescue it from complete dereliction. Recently large scale work has been completed on the jetty which now proudly boasts a small restaurant and bar area. True to its German traditions early mornings and evenings in Swakopmund can be cold throughout the year, as the cold Atlantic Ocean meeting the Namib Desert creates a fog bank. This coolness is often a relief from the heat of the rest of Namibia, but does mean that Swakopmund is not the tropical sunbathing mecca that most people imagine. There is a great variety of accommodation in Swakopmund which cater for all tastes and budgets. It should be noted that these establishments will definitely need to be booked in advance especially if you are travelling in the busy December holidays. For day trippers a visit to the Cape Cross Seal Colony is worth a visit as it offers a taste of the Skeleton Coast and the seals are worth a visit. The Welwitschia drive is an interesting way to spend a few hours and introduces you to some of the fauna and flora of the Namib Desert. Bird lovers can pay a visit to the Swakopmund Salt Works or the Walvis Bay Lagoon, which in season is frequented by thousands of flamingos.

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04 Nov

Transport from Mumbai to Swakopmund

Departure

Multiple airlines

10:00 PM - Mumbai, Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM)

3:05 PM - Walvis Bay, Walvis Bay Airport (WVB)

+1 day 2 PC 2 Stops

Emirates - EK 509

10:00 PM - Mumbai, Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM)

11:55 PM - Dubai, Dubai Intl (DXB)

Transport: EK509

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: ECONOMY SAVER

3h 55m - Connection in Dubai, Dubai Intl (DXB)

Emirates - EK 772

3:50 AM - Dubai, Dubai Intl (DXB)

11:40 AM - Cape Town, Cape Town Intl (CPT)

Transport: EK772

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: ECONOMY SAVER

1h 10m - Connection in Cape Town, Cape Town Intl (CPT)

Airlink (SAA) - 4Z 348

12:50 PM - Cape Town, Cape Town Intl (CPT)

3:05 PM - Walvis Bay, Walvis Bay Airport (WVB)

Transport: 4Z348

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: ECONOMY SAVER

05 Nov

Transfer

Transfer from Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) to Rossmund Lodge

Pick-up time: 3:05 PM Private - Luxury (Private Premium Car) Car with driver

Private

Luxury (Private Premium Car) Car with driver

05 Nov

Accommodation

4 Nights

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Rossmund Lodge 7.8 Good

Swakopmund, Namibia - At 2.6 km from the centreBED AND BREAKFASTSwakopmund, Namibia, Swakopmund, Namibia Triple Room

Property LocationLocated in Swakopmund, Rossmund Lodge is connected to the convention center, within a 5-minute drive of Jetty and Bahnhof. This family-friendly hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Hansa Brewery and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Moon Landscape. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Jetty - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Bahnhof - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Hansa Brewery - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Moon Landscape - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Altes Amtsgericht - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Prinzessin Rupprecht Heim - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Alte Gefängnis - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi Litfass-Saule - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi OMEG Haus - 7.8 km / 4.9 mi German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi Old German School - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi The Dome - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi Deutsche-Afrika Bank Building - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi Old German Cemetery - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi Hohenzollernhaus - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi The nearest major airport is Walvis Bay (WVB) - 44.4 km / 27.6 mi RoomsTreat yourself to a stay in one of the 20 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. DiningEnjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

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