Day 1 – Arrival in Windhoek
On arrival, you are met by your guide and transferred to your elegant hotel overlooking the city. The Hotel Heinitzburg sits high above Windhoek and offers classic charm, a tranquil pool, and panoramic views. Relax after your flight or enjoy a refreshing swim before an afternoon city tour of Namibia’s capital.
End the day with a drink on the terrace as the sun sets over the Khomas Highlands, followed by a fine dinner at the hotel.
(Approx. 45 km, 45 minutes)
Overnight: Hotel Heinitzburg – Comfort Deluxe Room
Day 2 – To Okonjima Nature Reserve
After breakfast, head north towards the Omboroko Mountains to reach Okonjima, home of the renowned AfriCat Foundation. Your exclusive Okonjima Bush Camp lies within a 22,000-hectare private reserve dedicated to the conservation of Namibia’s big cats.
Enjoy lunch upon arrival before setting out on an afternoon leopard-tracking drive — a thrilling introduction to Namibia’s wildlife. As the day ends, dine under the stars surrounded by the sounds of the bush.
(Approx. 230 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Okonjima Bush Camp + Leopard Tracking
Day 3 – To Etosha National Park
Travel north via Outjo to the Etosha Oberland Lodge, located within a 5,000-hectare private wildlife reserve bordering Etosha National Park. The spacious chalets blend beautifully into their natural surroundings, each offering a private terrace and exquisite attention to detail.
Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or watching animals gather at the lodge’s waterholes. If time permits, enjoy a first game drive into Etosha with your guide.
(Approx. 240 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Etosha Oberland Lodge
Day 4 – Through Eastern Etosha to Onguma
Leave the private reserve and cross the eastern section of Etosha National Park, stopping at waterholes along the way to observe giraffes, elephants, zebras, and antelope. In the afternoon, arrive at Onguma The Fort, a strikingly designed lodge on the edge of the Etosha Pan.
From your private deck, take in sweeping desert views and unforgettable sunsets before indulging in a gourmet dinner paired with fine wine.
(Approx. 180 km, 3 hours plus game drives within the park)
Overnight: Onguma The Fort
Day 5 – Etosha National Park
A full day to enjoy Etosha’s wealth of wildlife or relax in the elegant surroundings of your lodge. Enjoy unhurried moments by the pool or a quiet afternoon on your veranda overlooking the endless horizon.
Overnight: Onguma The Fort
Day 6 – To Rundu
Journey northeast towards the lush Kavango region. Along the way, traditional round huts and bustling roadside markets add colour to the landscape. Your destination, Hakusembe River Lodge, is a tranquil riverside retreat nestled amid green vegetation on the banks of the Okavango River, with Angola just across the water.
As evening falls, embark on a serene sunset cruise to watch the river glow in the fading light.
(Approx. 420 km, 4½–5 hours)
Overnight: Hakusembe River Lodge
Day 7 – Along the Okavango River
Wake to birdsong and river breezes. Continue eastwards to the Caprivi, travelling through small Kavango villages and scenic riverine woodlands. Your next stop, the Divava Okavango Lodge, sits near the Popa Falls beneath tall trees on the riverbank. Enjoy lunch on arrival before joining a sunset cruise on the Okavango — an unforgettable experience.
(Approx. 220 km, 2½ hours)
Overnight: Divava Okavango Lodge + Boat Cruise
Day 8 – Mahangu National Park
Today, explore the Mahangu National Park, one of Namibia’s most beautiful reserves. Look out for elephants, buffalo, hippos, and the elusive sable antelope. Return to your lodge for a leisurely afternoon beside the river, surrounded by the soothing sounds of nature.
(Approx. 15 km, 15 minutes)
Overnight: Divava Okavango Lodge
Day 9 – To the Eastern Caprivi
Cross the Okavango River and travel through Bwabwata National Park to your exclusive Nambwa Tented Lodge, hidden beneath towering camelthorn trees in a pristine wilderness. This is “real Africa” – remote, authentic, and deeply inspiring.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari or game drive along the Kwando River floodplains. Expect elephants, buffalo, and abundant birdlife – and an atmosphere of pure serenity.
(Approx. 210 km, 3 hours)
Overnight: Nambwa Tented Lodge
Day 10 – Bwabwata National Park
Spend the day exploring the Bwabwata National Park, renowned for its dense elephant population and scenic Horseshoe Bend. In the afternoon, relax in your luxurious tented suite or take part in optional activities such as fishing, guided bush walks, or a visit to a nearby village and craft market.
Overnight: Nambwa Tented Lodge
Day 11 – To the Chobe River (Botswana)
After breakfast, travel east to Katima Mulilo where your Namibian guide bids farewell. Continue by transfer into Botswana and board the Chobe Princess, a luxurious houseboat that will be your floating home for the next two nights.
Cruising slowly along the Chobe River, you’ll enjoy breathtaking wildlife encounters from the deck — elephants, giraffes, antelopes, and countless birds gathering at the water’s edge. Sip a sundowner as the African sky turns crimson.
(Approx. 260 km, 3½ hours including transfers)
Overnight: Chobe Princess Houseboa
Day 12 – On the Chobe River
A full day aboard the Chobe Princess offers endless opportunities to enjoy the river’s beauty and wildlife. Watch hippos and crocodiles from your private deck, try your hand at tiger fishing, or simply drift along, soaking in the tranquillity. The area is a paradise for bird enthusiasts, with over 400 recorded species.
Overnight: Chobe Princess Houseboat
Day 13 – Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Transfer to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, where you stay at the legendary Victoria Falls Hotel, just a short walk from the falls themselves. Known as Mosi-oa-Tunya — “The Smoke that Thunders” — the mighty cascade stretches 1.7 kilometres wide and plunges over 100 metres into the gorge below.
Visit the falls in the afternoon and experience this awe-inspiring natural wonder. Optional activities include a sunset dinner cruise, a helicopter flight, or a visit to a local craft market.
(Approx. 80 km, 1½–2 hours)
Overnight: The Victoria Falls Hotel – Stables Signature Wing Room
Day 14 – Departure
The morning is free for optional activities or last-minute shopping before your transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
