On arrival at Windhoek Airport, you will be met and transferred to your accommodation, Avani Windhoek Hotel.
The rest of the afternoon may be spent at leisure. This evening you will meet your guide and the rest of your group at the lodge at 18h00 for your pre-departure meeting.
Accommodation: Avani Windhoek Hotel or similar
AVANI Windhoek Hotel & Casino
Property Location
With a stay at AVANI Windhoek Hotel & Casino, you'll be centrally located in Windhoek, steps from Zoo Park and minutes from Christ Church. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Alte Feste and Tintenpalast.
The journey continues south towards the Namib-Naukluft National Park, where a two-night stay awaits. Home to what is believed to be the world's oldest desert, the park offers some of Namibia's most iconic landscapes.
Accommodation: Agama Lodge or similar
Agama Lodge
Property Location
When you stay at Agama River Camp in Sesriem, you'll be within the region of Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park.
Today includes a visit to the iconic dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, some of the most photographed landscapes in Namibia. Towering over 300 metres high, these magnificent dunes offer breathtaking views and exceptional photo opportunities. Weather permitting, there may even be water in the vlei. The day also features a stop at Sesriem Canyon, carved over millions of years by the Tsauchab River.
Agama Lodge
Property Location
When you stay at Agama River Camp in Sesriem, you'll be within the region of Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park.
The day is spent driving through the Namib Naukluft National Park on your way to Swakopmund.
The Namib-Naukluft Desert is an ancient land with an ageless spirit. It is home to some of the rarest plant and animal species in the world. Sightings of the unique fauna and flora are a must on a Namibian safari. The animals of this harsh landscape include the oryx, springbok and Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra.
En-route you will make a stop in the small town of Walvis Bay where you may spot a variety of birds including flamingo’s in the lagoon. You arrive at the charming coastal town of Swakopmund in the afternoon where you will have the rest of the day at leisure.
Accommodation: Hotel Pension à la Mer or similar
HOTEL A LA MER
Property Location
With a stay at HOTEL A LA MER, you'll be centrally located in Swakopmund, steps from Alte Kaserne and minutes from Hohenzollernhaus. This hotel is within close proximity of Marine Memorial and National Marine Aquarium.
Today you will have the opportunity to partake in optional activities or alternatively just soak up the atmosphere of this little quaint German town and enjoy its beauty and beaches.
Accommodation: Hotel Pension à la Mer or similar
HOTEL A LA MER
Property Location
With a stay at HOTEL A LA MER, you'll be centrally located in Swakopmund, steps from Alte Kaserne and minutes from Hohenzollernhaus. This hotel is within close proximity of Marine Memorial and National Marine Aquarium.
Etosha Safari Lodge
Opened in 2008, Etosha Safari Lodge is set on top of a hillock, about 10km south of Etosha National Park's Andersson Gate. It’s a large, relatively simple place, well suited to visitors wishing to explore Namibia’s flagship safari park in their own vehicle or on a guided game drive.
After breakfast, enter Etosha National Park via the Andersson Gate, named after Karl Johan Andersson, one of the first European explorers to come across the Etosha Pan, which means “Great White Place” in the Ndonga dialect of the Ovambo tribe.
Spend the next two days on game drives, hoping to spot lions, leopards, elephants, and rhinos, as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and the numerous species of antelope that inhabit the park. Your nights are spent at the floodlit waterholes and viewpoints, where you encounter the park’s various nocturnal animals as they come to drink.
Etosha was declared a National Park in 1907 and is home to approximately 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species, and, surprisingly, one species of fish.
Accommodation: Namutoni Resort or similar
Namutoni Resort
Namutoni Resort is situated in the eastern part of Etosha National Park, Namibia, near the park’s eastern boundary. The resort is centred around the historic Namutoni Fort, a white-walled structure that dates back to the early 20th century and overlooks the surrounding plains. It offers accommodation, dining facilities, a swimming pool and a waterhole for wildlife viewing. The resort provides access to Etosha’s extensive network of game-drive routes, with opportunities to explore the park’s diverse landscapes and wildlife. The nearby Fischer’s Pan is an important area for birdlife, particularly during the wet season. Namutoni is also located close to King Nehale Gate, providing access to the park from the north. Its historic setting makes it a distinctive base for exploring eastern Etosha.
Today, they enjoy game drives through Etosha National Park, hoping to spot lions, leopards, elephants and rhinos, as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and the numerous species of antelope that inhabit the park. As evening falls, they visit the park’s floodlit waterholes and viewpoints, where they may encounter various nocturnal animals coming to drink.
Accommodation: Namutoni Resort or similar
Namutoni Resort
Namutoni Resort is situated in the eastern part of Etosha National Park, Namibia, near the park’s eastern boundary. The resort is centred around the historic Namutoni Fort, a white-walled structure that dates back to the early 20th century and overlooks the surrounding plains. It offers accommodation, dining facilities, a swimming pool and a waterhole for wildlife viewing. The resort provides access to Etosha’s extensive network of game-drive routes, with opportunities to explore the park’s diverse landscapes and wildlife. The nearby Fischer’s Pan is an important area for birdlife, particularly during the wet season. Namutoni is also located close to King Nehale Gate, providing access to the park from the north. Its historic setting makes it a distinctive base for exploring eastern Etosha.
Departing from Etosha you drive further north to the town of Rundu. Here you will visit the Mbunza Living Museum, a traditional cultural school and communal business for the local Kavango people who make a living from fishing, tending cattle and cultivating crops.
After this cultural interaction, you make your way Kaisosi River Lodge on the banks of the Okavango River. You will arrive in the late afternoon to relax by the pool with a sundowner listening to the sounds of Mother Nature.
Accommodation: Kaisosi River Lodge or similar
Kaisosi River Lodge
Kaisosi River Lodge sits on the banks of the Kavango River, about 4 kilometres from the B8 road outside Rundu in Namibia’s Kavango East Region. The lodge offers riverside accommodation surrounded by natural vegetation and views of the Kavango River. Facilities include a restaurant and bar, a swimming pool and outdoor areas for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. The river setting provides opportunities to observe local birdlife and wildlife, while the lodge also serves as a base for exploring the Rundu area and the Kavango region. Its location makes it a convenient stop for travellers journeying along the B8 between Grootfontein and Katima Mulilo. Kaisosi River Lodge combines a peaceful riverside environment with easy access to Rundu and the surrounding region.
This morning you travel eastwards onto your camp in the western Caprivi region, Nunda River Lodge.
Before departure however, there will be time for optional activities such as an early morning boat cruise at the lodge. Continue to your lodge situated on the banks of the Okavango River.
In the late afternoon you will enjoy a sunset cruise to Popa Falls.
Accommodation: Nunda River Lodge or similar
Nunda River Lodge
In the morning you drive to Mahangu, meaning ‘food of the local people’, which is situated next to the Okavango River. Enjoy an morning game drive in the Greater Bwabwata National Park, which extends from the Kavango River in the west to the Kwando River in the east and incorporates the Mahangu Game Reserve. Elephant, roan, kudu and buffalo are amongst the animals likely to be seen as well as prolific birdlife.
In the afternoon return to your lodge and spent the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: Nunda River Lodge or similar
Nunda River Lodge
Thamalakane River Lodge
Property Location
With a stay at Thamalakane River Lodge in Maun, you'll be within the region of Nhabe Museum and Maun Gardens. This lodge is within the region of Maun Wildlife Educational Park and Okavango River.
After breakfast you will be picked up by our local Botswana guides and take a short drive to the mokoro station. From here, you will float in these traditional dug-out canoes through the thick vegetation of the Okavango Delta discovering a variety of birds and wildlife. Unlike other deltas, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without ever reaching the coast.
After this spectacular excursion, we make your way to Camelthorn Bush Camp, which is situated on a private concession in the Greater Moremi region. Once settled, you will enjoy dinner and embark on a night game drive in the private concession – a fantastic opportunity to spot some nocturnal animals that are more difficult to encounter during the day.
Accommodation: Hideaways Camelthorn Bush Camp or similar
Hideaways Camelthorn Bush Camp
Nestled beneath towering camelthorn trees in Botswana’s Greater Moremi region, Hideaways Camelthorn Bush Camp offers an authentic safari experience in the heart of the African wilderness. Surrounded by wildlife-rich landscapes, the camp enjoys a prime location near the Khwai River, Moremi Game Reserve and the Chobe Corridor. Designed for travellers seeking a close connection with nature, the camp features comfortable tented accommodation that blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Days are spent exploring the bush on game drives, mokoro excursions and guided wildlife encounters, while evenings are enjoyed around the campfire beneath star-filled skies. Combining rustic charm, warm hospitality and access to some of Botswana’s most celebrated safari areas, Camelthorn Bush Camp provides a memorable and immersive bush retreat.
Hideaways Camelthorn Bush Camp
Nestled beneath towering camelthorn trees in Botswana’s Greater Moremi region, Hideaways Camelthorn Bush Camp offers an authentic safari experience in the heart of the African wilderness. Surrounded by wildlife-rich landscapes, the camp enjoys a prime location near the Khwai River, Moremi Game Reserve and the Chobe Corridor. Designed for travellers seeking a close connection with nature, the camp features comfortable tented accommodation that blends seamlessly with its surroundings. Days are spent exploring the bush on game drives, mokoro excursions and guided wildlife encounters, while evenings are enjoyed around the campfire beneath star-filled skies. Combining rustic charm, warm hospitality and access to some of Botswana’s most celebrated safari areas, Camelthorn Bush Camp provides a memorable and immersive bush retreat.
Leaving the bush behind, the journey continues east towards the vast Makgadikgadi Pans, the remains of an ancient lake that was once fed by large river systems.
Nata Lodge
Set within a lush palm-fringed landscape on the edge of the Makgadikgadi region, Nata Lodge offers a comfortable and relaxing retreat in one of Botswana’s most distinctive environments. Ideally located near the Nata Bird Sanctuary and the vast Makgadikgadi Pans, the lodge serves as an excellent stopover between Botswana’s major wildlife destinations. Accommodation blends naturally with the surrounding bush, creating a peaceful atmosphere where local wildlife and birdlife are often encountered. Guests can enjoy the lodge’s tranquil setting, swimming pool and scenic surroundings while exploring the unique salt pans and wetlands nearby. Combining warm hospitality, comfortable facilities and a convenient location, Nata Lodge provides an ideal base from which to experience the natural wonders of north-eastern Botswana.
Chobe Marina Lodge
Property Location
Located in Kasane, Chobe Marina Lodge is close to Mowana Golf Course and Impalila Pier. This 4-star lodge is within close proximity of Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate and Impalila Conservancy.
Today begins with an exciting game drive through the renowned Chobe National Park, offering the opportunity to encounter a remarkable variety of wildlife. With a little luck, sightings may include large herds of elephant, buffalo, antelope and even some of the park’s impressive predators.
In the afternoon, a boat cruise along the Chobe River provides a different perspective on this extraordinary ecosystem. Widely regarded as one of the finest wildlife-viewing experiences in southern Africa, the cruise offers excellent opportunities to observe animals gathering at the water’s edge to drink and bathe. As the day draws to a close, the spectacular African sunset casts a golden glow across the river, creating a truly unforgettable safari experience.
Accommodation: Chobe Marina Lodge or similar
Chobe Marina Lodge
Property Location
Located in Kasane, Chobe Marina Lodge is close to Mowana Golf Course and Impalila Pier. This 4-star lodge is within close proximity of Chobe National Park - Sedudu Gate and Impalila Conservancy.
Robins Camp
Located in the north-western corner of Zimbabwe’s renowned Hwange National Park, Robins Camp offers an ideal base for exploring one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Surrounded by vast wilderness, the camp enjoys a prime position within a region known for its remarkable biodiversity and abundant game. Comfortable accommodation and welcoming facilities provide a relaxing retreat after days spent discovering the park’s diverse landscapes. Hwange is home to large elephant herds, numerous predator species and an impressive variety of birdlife, making it a rewarding destination for nature enthusiasts and safari travellers alike. Combining a rich safari heritage, scenic surroundings and excellent access to wildlife viewing opportunities, Robins Camp delivers an authentic and memorable experience in the heart of Zimbabwe’s largest national park.
Today is dedicated to discovering the incredible wildlife and landscapes of Hwange National Park in the company of an experienced guide. A game drive through this vast wilderness offers excellent opportunities to encounter a variety of animals, including elephant, antelope and, with a little luck, some of the park’s renowned predators. Hwange’s diverse habitats, ranging from open grasslands to woodland areas and waterholes, provide exceptional wildlife-viewing opportunities throughout the day.
As the afternoon gives way to evening, a sunset game drive offers a chance to continue the search for wildlife while enjoying the changing colours of the African bush. The day concludes with the spectacular sight of the sun setting over one of Zimbabwe’s finest national parks
Accommodation: Robins Camp or similar
Robins Camp
Located in the north-western corner of Zimbabwe’s renowned Hwange National Park, Robins Camp offers an ideal base for exploring one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves. Surrounded by vast wilderness, the camp enjoys a prime position within a region known for its remarkable biodiversity and abundant game. Comfortable accommodation and welcoming facilities provide a relaxing retreat after days spent discovering the park’s diverse landscapes. Hwange is home to large elephant herds, numerous predator species and an impressive variety of birdlife, making it a rewarding destination for nature enthusiasts and safari travellers alike. Combining a rich safari heritage, scenic surroundings and excellent access to wildlife viewing opportunities, Robins Camp delivers an authentic and memorable experience in the heart of Zimbabwe’s largest national park.
Continuing you trip, we turn northwards to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Your guide will take you on a tour of the mighty Victoria Falls, known by the local Kololo tribe as Mosi oa Tunya- “the Smoke that thunders”.
In the afternoon, have a relaxing sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River, basking in the afterglow of the day. The rest of the day may be spent at leisure or partaking in one of the many optional activities on offer (at own expense).
Accommodation: Ilala Lodge or similar
Ilala Lodge Hotel
The family-run Ilala Lodge is ideally located just minutes away from the spectacular Victoria Falls, with the spray offering the perfect backdrop for your stay. This boutique hotel offers comfortable accommodation in elegant African surroundings. Dine in the award-winning restaurant and enjoy gourmet cuisine whilst seeing the spray and hearing the majestic roar of the “smoke that thunders”.
The safari ends after breakfast.
You will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport in time for your departure flight.
Tour Type: - Small Group Lodge Tour
Meals: - 20 x Breakfast - 11 x Lunch - 15 x DinnerVehicle: - Suitable touring vehicle according to group size. - 2x4 vehicle for transfers. Group Size: - Minimum 4 - Maximum 12
