At Uakii Wilderness Safaris; in Collaboration with Westnest Lodge we are dedicated to presenting the contemporary lifestyles of Indigenous cultures in Namibia, emphasizing their evolution in response to globalization. It is crucial to understand that the San, Himba, and other tribes have significantly transformed and no longer lead nomadic lifestyles.
Our cultural and community-based tourism initiatives offer authentic local experiences, highlighting vibrant and evolving cultural narratives. We are excited to offer you a unique and enriching experience, showcasing the contemporary lifestyles of the San, and the Batswana dances or cultural groups.
San & Batswana Cultural Experience
Eastern Giants Elephant & Rhino Adventure
Day Tour: West Nest Lodge – San & Batswana Activity:
Your incredible Eastern cultural journey begins with a friendly pickup at West Nest Lodge from 05h00. The drive takes approximately 2 hours, with a midway breakfast stop to fuel up for the excitement ahead, we then continue to a private conservation farm where we will meet the San people.
Embark on an Authentic San Hunting Adventure from 08h00 – 12h00:
On arrival we step into the extraordinary world of the San hunters and immerse yourself in their vibrant traditions. This unique experience invites you to follow in the footsteps of the San, where you’ll learn their ancient tracking and hunting techniques. If luck is on your side and you have a successful hunt, any meat gathered will be graciously returned to the San community, contributing to their sustenance.
Discover the Ancient San Skills firsthand as you engage with the San people themselves. Set against the backdrop of a privately owned farm, this experience not only deepens your understanding of the bush but also supports the upliftment of Namibia’s San communities. Uncover the secrets of survival, explore traditional medicine, and witness the ancient lifestyles that have flourished for millennia. Experience captivating songs and dances, hear enchanting stories, truly becoming part of their world.
But the adventure isn’t over yet! And after a light lunch pack, we continue and your last stop will be an exhilarating visit to the Batswana community, renowned for their vibrant traditional dancers and great voices. This community, made up mostly of talented yet unemployed youth, offers a unique opportunity to support and uplift them while being mesmerized by their spirited performances. You’ll find yourself tapping your feet to their rhythmic dances, feeling the pulse of their culture before we say goodbye to this wonderful community.
By approximately 17h30, we will arrive back at West Nest Lodge.
N$ 8995.00
PER PERSON (SINGLE) or
N$ 6995.00
PER PERSON SHARING (2 PAX OR MORE)
Explore nature at its best on a game drive with Elephant & Rhino
This tour has 3 different start times, so please let us know what time-frame you prefer in advance; because this will determine your pick up time from West Nest Lodge on the morning of departure.
This will be an early start, offering a one-of-a-kind safari experience where you’ll witness breathtaking landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and the beauty of untouched wilderness. Getting into the elephant & rhino area as early as possible in the morning is our aim to have the best scenery and experience, this means a pre-dawn start and breakfast to be served only after the game drive. The game drive usually lasts around 3 – 3,5 hours. From the Lodge terrace where we will have breakfast you can see directly onto the two adjacent waterholes, where kudus, oryx antelopes, waterbucks, impalas and many other antelopes roam, Our main attraction of the day and if we are lucky will be to see the Elephants and Rhinos in their natural habitat. This is the ideal activity to enjoy breathtaking scenery with the Giants of the East.
Your arrival time back at West Nest Lodge depends on the option you choose.
N$ 4950.00
PER PERSON
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