Namibia, Botswana & Falls
Embark upon an amazing two week adventure in Southern Africa. From Swakopmund take in the highlights of Namibia and Botswana, en route to Zimbabwe’s spectacular Victoria Falls. Travel through incredible landscapes, visit a Himba village and encounter wonderful wildlife on safari in Etosha and Chobe National Parks. Explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta, cruise the Zambezi River and much more along the way.
Highlights
- Swakopmund – begin your tour in Namibia’s premier beach resort with a full day to relax on the sandy beaches or join optional activities
- Etosha National Park – explore Namibia’s premier national park on game drives, looking out for lions, cheetah, rhinos and more
- Chobe National Park – spot some of the numerous elephants found in the national park and enjoy a cruise on the Chobe River
- Kamanjab – visit a traditional Himba village to understand more about the ancient culture of the Ova-Himba tribe of Namibia
- Okavango Delta – explore the network of channels aboard traditional mokoro canoes and enjoy a guided game walk in search of wildlife
- Victoria Falls – take a guided tour of the mighty UNESCO-listed waterfall and enjoy a sunset cruise on the rushing Zambezi River
- Mahangu National Park – game drive through the small national park, which is home to elephants, buffalo, hippos and many species of bird
- Spitzkoppe – marvel at the curved granite rock formations and see some of the ancient Bushmen rock painting that the area is known for
Pricing
Small group accommodated safari starting at $5,805* CAD per person, based on double occupancy
15 Days – Swakopmund to Victoria Falls
Your package includes
- 14 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 4 dinners
- 14 nights mid-range lodges, chalets, tented camps
- Services of an experienced local guide/driver
- Omaruru wine tasting at a local distillery
- Himba Village Walk
- Chobe River cruise and Zambezi Sunset River Cruise
- Airport transfers on days 1 and 15
- Transport in fully equipped Toyota Land Cruisers, Mercedes All-Terrain vehicle, 12-seater 4×4 safari vehicles or other appropriate vehicles
- Park entrance fees
- Full day game drive in Etosha NP, morning game drive in Chobe NP and game viewing in Mahangu National Park
- Okavango Delta Mokoro excursion
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Drinks and items of a personal nature
- Tips and gratuities
Day
Day 1
Location(s)
Swakopmund
Meals
Description
Welcome to Namibia, upon arrival at Walvis Bay Airport, you’ll be met and transferred the 45 minutes north to Swakopmund for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Pension A La Mer (or similar, 2 nights)
Day 2
Swakopmund
Breakfast, Lunch
Day at leisure to partake in optional activities or soak up the atmosphere of this little quaint German town and enjoy its beauty and beaches.
Day 3
Swakopmund – Omaruru
Breakfast, Lunch
As we leave the dramatic Atlantic coastline behind, we move inland across the desert plains to Spitzkoppe, an iconic group of curved granite mountains with vivid colours. After a pleasant walk amongst these boulders we view the ancient Bushmen paintings and engravings. Our last stop of the day and where we overnight is the town of Omaruru – an old mission station and settlement of great historic significance which has evolved into an artistic hub for local crafts and small industries.
Accommodation: Omaruru Guest House (or similar)
Day 4
Omaruru – Kamanjab
Breakfast, Dinner
Our journey today takes us to the Kamanjab with a stop at a local distillery and small wine cellar in Omaruru to taste some of the home grown produce en route. Later on we explore a Himba village for a journey of culture exchange, learning and understanding the ways of the last traditional tribe in Namibia, the Ova-Himba.
Accommodation: Oppi Koppi Restcamp (or similar)
Day 5
Kamanjab – Etosha
Breakfast, Lunch
Today we head to the magnificent Etosha National Park which was declared a National Park in 1907 and it is home to approximately 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and, surprisingly, one species of fish.
Accommodation: Okaukuejo Resort (or similar, 3 nights)
Days 6 – 7
Etosha
Breakfast, Lunch
We fill the next 2 days with game drives in the hopes of spotting some of the Big Four as well as cheetah, giraffe, zebra and the numerous different types of antelope the park has to offer. Our nights are spent at the flood lit waterholes encountering the park’s various nocturnal animals as they come to drink.
Day 8
Etosha – Kavango River
Breakfast, Lunch
Our journey today continues east as we drive along the Caprivi Strip to the town of Rundu. We arrive at the Kaisosi River Lodge for the evening and the rest of the afternoon relaxing at our lodge on the banks of the Kavango River. We also have the optional to visit to the Mbunza Living Museum, a traditional cultural school and communal business for the local Kavango people, or a sunset cruise are available. Alternatively just relax by the pool with a sundowner listening to the sounds of Mother Nature.
Accommodation: Kaisosi River Lodge (or similar)
Days 9-10
Kavango River – Okavango Delta, Botswana
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leaving Namibia we enter Botswana through the western border of the Okavango Delta. Unlike other deltas, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without reaching the coast, which makes it unique. The next day is spent exploring the network of water pathways floating through thick vegetation in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes), discovering a variety of birds and wildlife. We stop at a secluded island to take a guided walk hoping to spot elephants, waterbuck or other animals living in this water filled paradise.
Accommodation: Guma Lagoon Camp (or similar, 2 nights)
Day 11
Okavango Delta – Caprivi, Namibia
Breakfast, Lunch
Leaving Botswana, we drive up the western border of the Okavango Delta before crossing back into Namibia and driving through the Caprivi to our camp on the banks of the Kwando River. Enroute to camp you will go on a game drive to the Mahangu National Park which is rich in fauna and flora. In the park you have the chance of spotting game such as sable and roan, elephants, hippos, buffalos, and many types of antelope. For bird watchers the Mahangu National Park offers more than 420 different bird species.
Accommodation: Camp Kwando, Zambezi Region (or similar)
Days 12-13
Caprivi – Chobe National Park, Botswana
Breakfast x 2, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1
On day 12 we head along the Caprivi and cross the border back into Botswana to Kasane, the gateway to the Chobe National Park, which is the second largest national park in Botswana covering 10,566 km2. After settling in to our lodge, you will have the remainder of the day at leisure or to partake in optional activities.
The next day, we rise early for a morning game drive in the Chobe National Park, which has one of the greatest concentrations of elephant found on the African continent. In the afternoon we go on a cruise on the Chobe River, a truly unforgettable experience and one of the best ways to view the wildlife and the spectacular sunset.
Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge (or similar, 2 nights)
Day 14
Chobe National Park – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Breakfast
Continuing our trip we leave Botswana and drive to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. On arrival we will enjoy a tour of the mighty Victoria Falls or Mosi oa Tunya – “the smoke that thunders”. Then we will make our way to the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust to visit this high-care laboratory and research facility, where you can witness their passion and commitment to wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. In the afternoon we have a relaxing sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River.
Accommodation: A’Zambezi River Lodge (or similar)
Day 15
Victoria Falls
Breakfast
Our safari ends after breakfast, when you will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport. We hope to welcome you again one day on another of our African adventures.
We recommend extending your stay in Victoria Falls if you want to enjoy the many activities on offer.
*Hotel rooms are subject to availability and are confirmed by the supplier at time of booking; they may be replaced by other hotel rooms of similar category at the sole discretion of the supplier.
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*Prices are per person, based on double occupancy and subject to change and availability.