Wonderful trip through the highlights of Namibia and Botswana with Victoria Falls in the mix
Unforgettable combination of Namibia, Botswana and Vic Falls
This trip is the perfect full circle journey with a combination of both Namibia and Botswana, you will get to enjoy comfortable accommodation in a stunning location - perfect for a group or solo! This unique, wonderful experience is unforgettable, packed full of wildlife, and beautiful landscapes. During these 21 days you will venture into the Sossusvlei dunes in the Namib desert, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe River, and even have time for some fabulous game viewing.
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The itinerary…
Day 1: Take to the skies
Board your overnight flight to Johannesburg.
Day 2: Welcome to Africa!
Connect on arrival in Johannesburg with the flight to Livingstone in Zambia. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge to check-in.
Head to the Livingstone meeting point and get ready for your first day exploring Victoria Falls - one of the natural wonders of the world. After an exciting afternoon excursion, return back to the Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge, where you will stay for two nights in a twin-share adventure village chalet.
Day 3: Victoria Falls
Wake up and enjoy breakfast provided by the lodge before beginning day two of your Victoria Falls tour. If you're feeling adventurous, optional activities include white water rafting, or an 111m bungee jump (at own expense). Return to the lodge for the evening.
Day 4 - 5: To Caprivi Strip
Spend the next two days travelling through this rich game area where there are regular sightings of large elephant herds, buffalo, hippo, lion, and leopard. You will explore the Kwando River by boat and a game drive into Mahango Game Reserve. These two nights will be spent at Caprivi Mutoya Lodge in a twin shared tent, or a chalet (accommodation will be allocated amongst the group on arrival) and Ngepi Camp twin shared tree house, both with en-suite and swimming facilities.
Day 6: Rundu
After a morning enjoying the abundant birdlife in and around the camp, you will travel 210km along the Kavango River - you'll see collections of grass huts and local wooden crafts and carvings put out for sale. Spend the night at the Inkwazi Riverside Lodge in Rundu, where sunsets are just spectacular.
Day 7-9: Etosha here we come!
Etosha National Park is Namibia's premier wildlife destination. Here you can go on game drives around the dry pan which is the park's focal point. You'll see plenty of wildlife, such as African elephants, rhinos, as well as herds of antelope, and lions around the waterholes, before heading to your acommodation at Tarentaal Guest Farm where you will stay in a twin room with an ensuite.
Day 10: Ugab Wilderness and White Lady
Next stop is Brandberg, home to the rare desert-adapted elephants. You will explore the mountains on foot with local guides, who will lead you through this region adorned with rock art including the "White Lady". Stay at the Brandberg White Lady Lodge in a twin-share chalet with an ensuite.
Day 11 - 12: Swakopmund
Cross flat open plains to the coast where you will visit the Cape Cross seal colony. Further south is the coastal town of Swakopmund where you will have a day free to explore the town, or try sea kayaking and dune boarding (own expense). German Colonial influences are strong in the town of Swakopmund as reflected in the restaurant menus and the architecture. Stay for two nights at the Hotel Pension a la Mer in a twin-share standard room with an ensuite.
Day 13 - 14: Namib Desert
Enjoy the lunar landscape that surround the town of Swakopmund as you head into the Namib desert with its towering sand dunes. Walk to Sossusvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and from the comfort of your lodge outside the national park. Take in another fabulous sunset over the world's highest sand dunes from Namib Desert Camp in a twin-share permanent tent with an ensuite.
Day 15: Windhoek
Arrive late in the day to Windhoek - the capital and largest city in Namibia. Its charm lies in its blend of Africa and European cultures and the friendliness of its people. Stay one night at Capbon Guesthouse in a twin room with an ensuite.
Day 16: Botswana time
Cross into Botswana and stay overnight in the heart of Kalahari. You'll take a walk with the local San (bushmen) to learn fascinating bush skills and have an insight into how these incredible people survive in such a harsh desert environment. Stay one night at the Ghanzi Trail Blazers Chalets in a twin room with an ensuite.
Day 17: Maun
Travel to Maun today and prepare for tomorrow's journey to the Okavango Delta. Spend the night at the Island Safari Lodge in a twin-share room with an ensuite.
Day 18 - 19: The Okavango Delta
Today you travel to another of the World's natural wonders: The Okavango Delta: your first night will be spent in preparation for your journey deep into the delta on mekoro (dugouts) - an experience not to be missed. The following two nights will be spent in tented camps on a remote island where you will enjoy game walks, swimming and the abundant birdlife in this incredible place.
Day 20: Makgadikgadi Pans
Today you will feel the vastness of Africa under a big sky sunset. After the rains, the pans fill with water and attract masses of waterbirds as well as game such as springbok, zebra, and wildebeest. Accommodation for the night is either Nata Lodge in a twin-share luxury tent or Pelican Lodge in a chalet depending on availability.
Day 21: Chobe National Park
Head through the Chobe Forest Reserve to Kasane where you settle into the Thebe River Safari - here you stay in a chalet with en-suite facilities. Chobe National Park is famous for large herds of elephant and buffalo. Your afternoon will be spent on a wildlife boat cruise. After your cruise head to Thebe River Safaris where you will spend the night in a twin chalet with an ensuite.
Day 22: Zambia - Victoria Falls
This morning you will transfer across the Zambezi River to Livingstone where the tour ends at 12 noon. Transfer to the airport to check in for your flight to Johannesburg, departing lunch time. Take the overnight flight back to London Heathrow (or selected other UK airports)
Day 23: Welcome home
Early morning arrival in your home country.
Duration: 23 Days
Location: Namibia Holidays, Africa
Price: £3550pp
Our Namibia and Botswana "Southern Circle" tour itinerary costs from £3,550pp based on twin-share and excluding international flights to/from your home country.
Accommodation and meal inclusions are as follows:
- 2 nights at Victoria Falls Waterfront Lodge - twin-share adventure chalet, breakfast included.
- 1 night at Caprivi Mutoya Lodge, Namibia - twin-share permanent tent, all meals provided.
- 1 night at Island Ngepi Camp, Namibia - twin-share treehouse, all meals provided.
- 1 night at Inkwazi Lodge, Namibia - twin permanent chalet, breakfast and lunch provided.
- 2 nights at Tarentaal Guest Farm, Namibia - twin room, all meals provided.
- 1 night at Brandberg White Lady Lodge - twin-share chalet, all meals provided.
- 2 nights at Hotel Pension a la Mer - twin standard room, breakfast provided.
- 2 nights at Desert Camp, Namibia - twin-share permanent tent, all meals provided.
- 1 night at Capbon Guesthouse - twin room, breakfast, and lunch provided.
- 1 night at Ghanzi Trail Blazers Chalets - twin room, all meals provided.
- 1 night Island Safari Lodge, Maun, Central Botswana - twin-share room, breakfast included.
- 2 nights of wilderness camping, Okavango Delta - tented camp with twin camp beds, all meals provided.
- 1 night Nata Lodge, Makgadikgadi Pans region - twin-share luxury tent with en-suite, breakfast and lunch provided.
- 2 nights Thebe River Safaris, Chobe National Park - twin room with en-suite, breakfast and lunch provided.
Price also includes:
- Game drives and activities mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Guide fees and park entrance fees
- Flight to/from from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
Exclusions:
- International flights to/from the UK.
- Any activities (including game drives) that are marked as optional.
- Meals and drinks not mentioned as included.
- Single supplements.
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