Own arrival to the hotel, the afternoon in Windhoek is yours to explore the capital city of Namibia. (Dinner for own account)
The journey takes us north through ever changing scenery to our accommodation located on the edge of the Namib Desert. The following morning is an early departure for Sossusvlei, stopping in the dune belt to witness the changing colours of the world’s highest sand dunes. Take a 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. In the afternoon, enjoy a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon. (B & D)
We reach the coast at Walvis Bay and relax while viewing the many flamingos feeding. Arrive in Swakopmund and spend the afternoon and following day exploring this German colonial town or booking one of the numerous optional excursions (own expense). Activities available include dolphin cruises and scenic flights over the vast Namib Desert. (B)
Drive inland through the Damaraland region with its vast and rugged terrain. Its mountain ranges are intercepted by wide gravel plains, which run into sandy, vegetated riverbeds and hot, dry valleys. Our lodge is located on top of a mountain with spectacular views of the surrounding area. Spend the afternoon taking in the incredible setting or simply relaxing by the pool. (B & D)
Today, proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive and relax by the floodlight waterhole in the evening. The park’s main characteristic is a salt pan so large it can be seen from space. Yet there is abundant wildlife that congregates around the waterholes. (B & D)
This Park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa with thousands of wild animals such as blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion and elephant making this area their home. The day is spent on game drive through the Park from the Western to the Eastern side of the Park. (B & D)
Depart Etosha and enter the Caprivi Strip where we spend the night in a lodge set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River and Angola. An optional afternoon boat cruise on the river is available (own account). (B & D)
We continue into the Caprivi, and we cross into Botswana and travel by road to the edge of the Okavango Delta. From here we transfer 2 - 3 hours by boat, to Pepere Island located in the Delta. The following day we enjoy a Mokoro trip (dug-out canoe), and take game-walks on the island as well as on smaller islands in the area. The activities included are Mokoro trips, scenic boat tours and game walks on the island. Your accommodation on Pepere Island will be in fixed Mery-style tents with en-suite bathroom facilities.
(B & D + lunch on Day 11)
Departing the Delta by boat we return to our vehicle and we cross back into Namibia. We continue to the Eastern side of the Caprivi Strip and arrive at our lodge overlooking the flood plains of the Kwando River.
(B & D)
Crossing back into Botswana again, via the Chobe National Park, and we overnight in a lodge on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. The following day, relax on a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Optional morning game drive (for own account). (B & D)
Travel across the Zimbabwean border to Victoria Falls - without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. The afternoon and following morning is spent at leisure to browse the local markets, to experience the many optional activities on offer in the "adrenalin-capital" of Africa, this includes white water rafting, bungi jumbing, helicopter flights over the Falls and also to visit the Falls (own expense). (B)
The tour ends after breakfast. (B)
