A journey to the heart of the earth to make jeweled dreams come true.
Accompany Morphée's gemologist and designer, Pamela Hastry and explore the meaning of the world through gemstones and materialise your dream through this unique journey.
On the quest for the rare Namibian Tourmalines, Diamonds and Chrysocolla stones through an extraordinary 10 days voyage. Embark on your own private plane for a thrilling discovery. Enjoy postcard perfect scenery. Learn about the survival strategies of bushmen who lived in this inhospitable land thousands of years ago. Explore the oldest desert in the world and venture through the massive dunes at Sossusvlei. Settle into your luxury lodge and relish the spectacular wildlife.
Don't miss out on this bespoke gemstone adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
AN IMMERSIVE SAFARI GEM EXPERIENCE
Experience Namibia’s natural beauties and secret gemstone life through safari drives led by our expert guides. Participate in animal tracking, walk through the bush, dig for amazing gemstones and immerse yourself into the natural surroundings.
ACCOMODATION
10 DAY TRAVEL ACROSS NAMIBIA
From Windhoek, all the way down to the alluring diamond ghost town of Kolmanskop back up to Swakopmund via the rough Atlantic Ocean. From here, flying over and making a stop at the hidden Chrysocolla mines to arrive at Etosha National Park by private Cessna Caravans. From here we continue by 4x4 Landcruisers to discover the tourmaline mines of Omaruru to end in the breathtaking Omaanda Resort by Zannier. Discover the untouched Namibian desert and gemstone mines, stretching from horizon to horizon, captivating beauty and boundless freedom surround you, with adventures from sunrise to sunset.
DAY 1 - 2 : ARRIVAL IN THE UNTOUCHED WILDERNESS
A spectacular arrival by private plane from Windhoek straight into a breathtaking red desert landscape. Cool down at the swimming pool overlooking the Elim Dune and take a sip from a delicious cocktail at the picturesque bar. Start your gemstone journey with the discovery of the petrified forest... After dark, the magic continues with Gem Talks under the endless African skies.
DAY 3 : THE FORGOTTEN DIAMOND HUNTERS TOWN
In an era long forgotton gemstone hunters descended on this area, picking up diamonds out of the sand and hiding them in jars. In 1912 alone, one million carats of diamonds were found here. Dig into to the history of this tiny disappearing oasis in the desert. Experience a journey to the heart of the earth into a diamond mine.
DAY 4 : THE MOST SCENIC FLIGHT EVER
From Kolmanskop, all the way over Sossusvlei to Swakopmund, the most scenical flight ever, meandering over the rough blue ocean. Unravel the mystery and appreciate the harshness of the desert and the beauty of these solitary landscapes filled with geological history.
DAY 5 - 6 : ETOSHA &
THE SECRET CHRYSOCOLLA MINES
Embark on your private plane to the Etosha Reserve, 34 000 hectares of private wilderness to explore. Discover the cyan blue-green chrysocolla gemstone, in a secret mine, far away from civilization.
DAY 7 : THE JEWEL OF NAMIBIA
Drive along the Omaruru river at 1200m above sea level, surrounded by the beautiful rugged mountains of Erongo. Carve out some legacy in the arid dry granite rock and discover the hidden tourmalines deep under the grounds, together with your specialist miners. Discover the jewel of Namibia.
DAY 8 - 9 : AUTHENTIC AFRICA
From morning coffee arranged on the front of a safari vehicle to fireside cocktails at the ‘Boma’, there’s nothing quite like this last day unwinding in authentic Africa. Wellness in untouched wilderness, with sunrise yoga, open-air infinity pool and spa embracing African healing therapies and rituals designed to purify and rejuvenate. This is what we call a soulful sendoff.
DAY 10 : HISA COMMUNITY - A FXB VILLAGE PROJECT
For over 14 years, HISA has been empowering women, children and communities through education, food and nourishment, and capacity building. They aim to break the cycle of poverty and build resilience by implementing the FXB village model. With funding from the US Embassy in Namibia, HISA was able to convert shipping containers into shops, to empower women and encourage them to start their own small entrepreneurial business. Through our visit, we support the women’s community who have been trained in jewellery production and sales, to sell their locally made jewellery to visitors.
This is where we leave you with a suitcase filled with memories and emotions.
UNSUSPECTED BEAUTY, WITH A BESPOKE SERVICE
"From start to finish, Morphée World made our dream come true. No words can describe this gemstone journey."
This journey is in collaboration with:
the travel agency Destination and Flying Group private charter flights.