22 DAY NAMIBIA AND BOTSWANA SAFARI

 

TO INCLUDE SOSSUSVLEI, WEST COAST, DAMARALAND, ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK, SHAKAWE, OKAVANGO DELTA, GAME PARKS OF BOTSWANA & VICTORIA FALLS.

 

This spectacular safari includes the highlights of both Namibia and Botswana, to end with two exciting days at the Victoria Falls.

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This safari starts in Windhoek, Namibia and ends in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Day 1: The group is met at Windhoek International Airport or at a guest house in Windhoek and we commence our Safari to drive westwards descending the Spreetshoogte pass to Solitaire. Breathtaking views deep into the lower lying Namibian plains. We arrive at Sesriem camp Situated on the edge of the Namib Naukluft Park. Overnight at Sesriem campsite.

Day 2: Early morning visit to some of the highest sand dunes in the world at Sossusvlei. Visit the Sesriem Canyon in the afternoon. Overnight Sesriem.

Day 3: Drive through the Namib Naukluft Park and observe the rich diversity of desert adapted fauna and flora, including the Welwitchia Plant. Reach the quaint town of Swakopmund. Camp is set up near Swakopmund. Time to relax. Campfire dinner. Overnight at campsite in Swakopmund.

Day 4: An early start today to make the most of the various options available in the coastal towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. In the morning we drive to Walvis Bay to see the birdlife; flamingoes and pelicans in the Harbour. An optional boat cruise gives you the chance to see Cape Fur Seals, Bottle Nose and Heavy Side Dolphins. In the afternoon a visit to the Museum and Rug Making industry in Swakopmund or driving up the spectacular Swakop River. Overnight at campsite in Swakopmund.

Day 5: We drive north viewing some of the largest lichen fields worldwide. In the late afternoon we reach Aba-Huab campsite where desert elephants can occasionally he seen. Overnight Huab River campsite.

Day 6: Spend the morning exploring one of the largest collections of rock engravings discovered as yet, at Twyfelfontein and visit Burnt Mountain. In the afternoon a drive along the Aba-Huab river bed in search of desert elephant and rhino. Overnight Huab River campsite.

Day 7: We travel via Khorixas and Outjo to enter the Etosha National Park at Anderson Gate. An afternoon game drive into the Etosha Park before returning to Okaukuejo. The waterhole at Okaukuejo is floodlit at night and spectacular wildlife is almost guaranteed. lions, elephants and black rhino come to quench their thirst almost every night. Camp at Okaukuejo.

Day 8: To day we observe the spectacular wildlife activity around the Waterholes where game concentrates during the dry season. lunch en route. Our daylong game drive takes us around the edge of the Etosha Pan to Namutoni, and along famous game routes such as the 'Dik Dik' Draai where we look out for the smallest antelope in the Etosha Park. Overnight Namutoni campsite.

Day 9: leaving the Etosha National Park we travel via Grootfontein to Rundu on the Kavango River. Overnight Nxwasi campsite.

Day 10: We reach the Caprivi and cross the border into Botswana and travel through the village of Shakawe to arrive at Drotsky's campsite situated on the banks of the Okavango River. Overnight Shakawe campsite.

Day 11: A morning motor boat excursion on the Okavango River which is at its widest in this area. An abundance of birdlife nest in the high papyrus fringing the river's edge and we look out for the shy Sitatunga, the antelope who live here, and feed off the papyrus. A walk down to the river from the campsite offers the opportunity of birdwatching. Overnight Shakawe campsite.

Day 12: We depart early to drive down the west side of the Okavango Delta to arrive in Maun, Gateway to the Okavango. We arrive at our camp unpack and relax. In the afternoon an optional game flight offers you an aerial view of the Okavango Delta. Time for a welcome drink around the campfire, before dinner is served. Overnight at Maun Camp.

Day 13: We Make an early start to drive through traditional villages to enter Moremi Wildlife Reserve's South Gate. We should see game before we enter the reserve. Our route takes us on a scenic drive through the Moremi forests to Xaxanaka Lagoons. Camp near Xaxanaka in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 14: Early morning coffee and tea, and we set off on a full morning's game drive to return to camp at about 11h00 for a delicious brunch. Time now to shower, rest and relax. Afternoon boating excursion on the Xaxanaka Lagoons takes us down the papyrus fringed channels of the eastern delta which are prolific in birdlife. Camp near Xaxanaka in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 15: having had breakfast we leave Xaxanaka and continue on an interesting riverine route through Moremi to arrive and set up camp within sight of Kwai River at Moremi's North Gate. Camp near Kwai River in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 16: An early morning game drive to have one last look at the Kwai, before returning to our camp for breakfast. We leave Moremi and our route takes us on a day's drive northwards to Savuti. lunch stop en route. A game drive past the grassy plains of the Mababe Depression takes to our campsite. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 17: Savuti is one of Africa's most densely populated predator areas, and well known for its bull elephants. The Savuti waterhole offers in ever changing spectacle of birds and wildlife. We explore this area on our morning and afternoon game drives. leisure time during the beat of the day. Overnight Savuti in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 18: leaving the plains of the Savuti Marsh we follow the Ngwezumba Valley driving through mopane forests lunch en route. We arrive at the remote pan of Nogaatsha, on which a variety of wildlife depend. Camp within sight of this waterhole. Overnight in the area of Nogaatsha.

Day 19: After breakfast we leave for the Chobe River. On our afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park we should see the breeding herds of elephant and large herds of buffalo for which this park is famous. Sunset from a lookout point over the Chobe brings the day to a close. Camp along Chobe River in exclusive wilderness area.

Day 20: A leisurely breakfast and time to pack before we cross the border into Zimbabwe at Kazungula. An hour's drive takes us to Victoria Falls. We have lunch on the banks of the Zambezi River after which we take you to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure - you can view the magnificent Victoria Falls, or wander around the curio shops in the town. Own arrangements for dinner. Overnight in lodge accommodation on full board basis.

Day 21: Our second day in Victoria Falls provides the opportunity for adventure. Among the optional excursions available are:

* A full day or half day's exhilarating White water rafting on the gorges below the falls.

* A full day or half day's Canoeing and walking trails on the Upper Zambezi.

* Afternoon cruise on the Zambezi River

* Flight of the Angels.

* Microlighting over the Zambezi

* Bungi Jumping!

 

Clients preferring to explore the Falls again, or visit the curio shops can do so at leisure. We meet at the A' Zambezi for a farewell dinner with a traditional touch and a variety of barbecued specialities. Overnight in lodge accommodation on full board basis.

Day 22: After breakfast you will have the morning at leisure. Arrangements should be made with your hotel regarding airport transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for outbound flights. US$20 airport tax is required departure from Zimbabwe.