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Lark Journeys Namibia
- Office In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2012)
- Member Of:
- NTB & ETEA
- Tour Types:
- Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $2,654 to $21,232 per person per day (MXN, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
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Email Jeroen en Liesbet | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
High quality trip to Namibia thanks to Lark Journeys
Namibia is an astonishing country that we could fully enjoy and discover thanks to very professional preparations and good care of Lark Journeys. The 3 weeks self drive through the Namibian nature and safari parks was taken care of down to the last detail. Lodges were well chosen and of high quality, Greg and Claire are very nice people who are always ready and standby for their guests. Absolutely recommended and worth repeating!
CH
Email Sandro | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Unforgettable beautiful trip!
Our trip was wonderful! Everything was super organized by Lark Journeys. The route was explained to us in detail before the trip and we were able to ask any questions to Claire. On our 6 Day Namibian Loop we were able to discover the diversity of Namibia with all the animals, landscapes and cultures. Many thanks to our travel guide Franco, we have made many unforgettable impressions and discovered a lot more than we imagined. We can recommend this trip to anyone who wants to see a lot in a short period of time. Traveling during the coronavirus was not a problem at all, all safety regulations are observed and made available. Thanks again for everything Lark Journeys and we look forward to our next trip.
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Email Brambo | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
The trip of a lifetime. Great plan great execution!
We left Gregory free to create an awesome itinerary that would cover most of Namibia's Highlights and he did exactly that. Of course you need to understand you'll be driving allot of kilometers but the Cars were very well equipped for the task at hand! Greg has great local connections so every location had allot to offer. You like adventure? Chill? Mix with the locals? Everything is possible..... The trip of a life time!
Excellent guide
Last year we went on an interesting 5-day trip to Namibia. I am a professor at a US university, and I brought a group of 3 students to Namibia for their capstone project. Our guide was Greg from Lark Journeys (http://www.larkjourneys.com/) -- he was great, and I'm writing to recommend him to others.
Our goal was to spend a couple of days in a village near Ondangwa, and then spend a day in Etosha. I wanted flexibility in the plans, so we could adjust to what we find interesting. As it turned out only 1 of the 4 nights was spent in the location initially planned. The flexibility of course made it harder on Greg, but he did an amazing job making all work out great.
We had a very packed 5 days. We arrived in Windhoek on the 7:30 AM flight from Frankfurt. After a brief stop in Windhoek for supplies, we drove up north -- we didn't have lodging set, as we wanted to see how far we'd get driving in one day. We ended up in Tsumeb, and Greg found a nice hotel for us there.
The next morning we got up early and drove to Ondangwa, where we met our contact in the nearby village. We camped out there the second night, which was our original plan.
The plan for the rest of the trip changed when I decided during the trip that we should go to Opuwa, to see the Himba and Herero people. This made things hard for Greg, as he did not have time to prepare, and had to improvise on the spot. But he managed to work things out great. We drove to Opuwa in the afternoon of the third day, and spent the night in a nice hotel in town that Greg found for us. Greg also arranged for a local guide to bring us to a Himba village. The visit to Opuwa was the highlight of the trip for me.
The Opuwa detour changed our Etosha plans ... initially we were going to stay in a lodge near the eastern entrance, but Greg came up with a new Etosha plan to make it work with the Opuwa visit. On our fourth day we drove to the western entrance of Etosha, and had a great game drive through Etosha to the Okaukuejo lodge, where we stayed for the fourth night. Greg drove us on another great game drive the next morning before bringing us to the airport in Windhoek for our evening flight.
We had a jam-packed 5 days, with lots of driving throughout the northern half of Namibia. Days began early in the morning and ended in the evening. I changed our plans throughout the trip. But all worked great, thanks to Greg!
Greg was also great to talk to, and we learned a lot about Namibia from him. He is very educated and knowledgeable (eg, he had a prestigious Young African Leaders Initiative fellowship in the US). We all enjoyed getting to know him.
I highly recommend Lark Journeys to others.
NL
Email Thomas | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Discover Namibia Safari
Great trip with Lark. Wonderful wildlife and scenery coupled with very enjoyable lodges.
The guide was very knowledgeable, we had great fun. Highly recommend your
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Email Pranay | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Small, personal and the reason our Namibia trip was excellent!
We did a 10 day self-drive across Namibia with Claire at Lark Journeys and the whole thing was handled really well. This is a genuinely small outfit where one of the owners is the person actually planning your trip and looking after you on the ground.
Claire pushed us to add two nights in Damaraland, which ended up being the best part of the whole trip. She put us in small lodges throughout, mostly 8 to 12 rooms each, which was a much better fit for us than the bigger properties we have stayed at elsewhere. She also knew which places had good kitchens and which ones to skip.
What we did not expect was how present she was. She came to the airport the day we landed and walked us through the entire route in person, covering how much foreign exchange to carry, which fuel stops to use, where to break for food, restaurant picks, and a long list of small local tips that made the self-drive much easier. She checked in on us through the trip, and then came out again on our last evening for a drink before we flew home.
Communication, follow through, value, all in order. If you want someone who treats your trip like their own, this is the right call.
JP
Email Fumiko Toda | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
An unforgettable experience!
I joined the trip with a friend, and thanks to the excellent coordination by Lark Journey, our journey to Namibia turned into an unforgettable experience! All the guides were knowledgeable and professional, always putting us first and flexibly adjusting the schedule as needed (which even allowed us to see desert elephants!).
Along the way, we had many great conversations—not only did we visit beautiful destinations, but we also gained a much deeper understanding of Namibia.
I used to think this might be a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Namibia, but thanks to this amazing experience, I'm now certain there will be a second time! When that happens, I’ll definitely choose Lark Journey again.
SG
Email Raj C | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A Rip-Roaring Namibian Safari with Lark Journeys
We recently embarked on an incredible safari adventure through Namibia with Lark Journeys, and were thoroughly impressed. From the moment we landed in Windhoek to the final day, every aspect of the trip was flawlessly executed. From the time we made our booking, Claire and her crew helped us with every stage of the planning with their prompt replies and patient guidance.
The itinerary was well-paced, hitting all the must-see spots. From the towering dunes of Sossusvlei to the rugged coast of Sandwich Harbour, and the diverse wildlife of Etosha National Park, Namibia's diverse landscapes are a sight to behold. This place has it all: land, sea, desert, and even the air!
The accommodations were comfortable and luxurious, providing a perfect retreat after a day of exploring. The meals were delicious and catered to various dietary preferences.
Our tour guide, Willem, was exceptional. He had an uncanny ability to spot wildlife, and his knowledge of the region was impressive. He shared some fascinating stories about the history and culture of Namibia, which added a lot of depth to the experience.
We especially appreciated the smaller group size, which allowed for a more personalized and intimate experience. It was easy to strike up conversations with fellow travelers and share stories around the dinner table over a sumptuous meal.
I highly recommend Lark Journeys to anyone seeking a memorable safari experience in Namibia. Their commitment to providing top-notch service and creating unforgettable journeys is evident in every detail.
A truly memorable experience!
What a fantastic tour! The scenery was breathtaking and, for game viewing, Etosha has it all - there is really no need to go to Tanzania or Kenya!! Our guide, Willem, was excellent - very knowledgeable and kind. The size of our group was perfect and the accommodation, almost everywhere we stayed, was top notch. For quality and value, this tour is truly superior tours offered by some of the larger operators, and it is always nice to go with a local operator!
Fantastic experience through the beauties of Namibia
I knew that Namibia was an exceptional country but what made our trip truly unforgettable was the professionalism and kindness of Claire who, during the organization phase, was able to answer all my doubts and requests, and the friendliness and competence of Abel, our prepared and always available guide/driver. The organization was impeccable, from the transfers to/from the airport to the choice of top-level lodges. Namibia still has so much to offer and I will definitely know who to trust when I decide to return!!
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