16 days Namibia, Botswana, Victoria Falls

Route:      Windhoek International to City
Distance: 48 km

Journey:  Upon arrival at Windhoek International Airport you will be met and transferred to your guest house for overnight accommodation.

Route:      Windhoek to Namib Naukluft Park
Distance: 310 km

Journey: we leave Windhoek travelling via the gravel roads and the Khomas Hochland mountain range, this area is one of farming communities till we reach the end of the escarpment (crossing the Tropic of Capricorn) where we descend via the Remhoogte Pass to the settlement of Solitaire. The terrain varies dramatically as we travel to our lodge where arrival is due mid to late afternoon.

Route:      Sesriem – Sossusvlei - Sesriem

Journey: We’ll need to be on the move before dawn as we make our way through a dry riverbed and across the gravel plains towards the Namib Dunes. We’ll stop at Dune 45 before making our way to Sossusvlei with age old sands said to be around five million years old. Dead Vlei with its white pan and contrasting black scorched trees is also on our visit list. Whilst this region appears to be lifeless there are a variety of animal species that have adapted to these conditions and if we’re lucky may see Oryx antelope, ostrich, springbok and don’t forget about the birdlife and reptiles that inhabit the area. Return to our lodge for lunch, late afternoon visit to the Sesriem Canyon where the ephemeral Tsauchab River has shaped the area over millions of years.

Route:      Namib Naukluft Park to Swakopmund
Distance: 345 km

Journey: we leave the Sesriem area to the settlement of Solitaire, not far north of this we cross the Tropic of Capricorn. The surrounds of the Gaub and Kuiseb Canyons provide good geological phenomenon, in addition we may see the elusive Mountain Zebra before travelling across the gravel plains of the Namib Desert with its endless horizons, our destination the Atlantic Ocean and coastal town of Swakopmund.

Route:      Swakopmund - Walvis Bay
Distance: 48 km

Journey: Morning drive to the harbour town from where you board your Marine Cruise followed by an afternoon excursion to Sandwich Harbour.

Route:      Swakopmund to Twyfelfontein
Distance: 385 km

Journey: We travel north along the coastline to Cape Cross Seal Reserve, home to between eighty and one hundred thousand Fur seals, endemic to southern Africa they are commonly known as “eared seals”. Leaving the coast behind we cross the plains heading to the old mining town of Uis, our travels will take us past the Brandberg Mountain as we head into Damaraland, an area characterised by its rocky and rugged landscapes of rough, fascinating beauty.

Route:       Twyfelfontein to Etosha National Park
Distance: 300 km

Journey: This morning we accompany a local guide to view the rock engravings and rock paintings at Twyfelfontein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Living Museum of the Damara situated nearby allows visitors the opportunity to get to know their traditional culture, this in an attempt to reconstruct the ‘lost culture’ of the Damara People. By visiting we contribute to the preservation of this culture.
Passing through Khorixas and on to Outjo, a mixture of communal and commercial farming land we arrive at Etosha National Park.

Route:      Okaukuejo Resort - Namutoni Resort
Distance: Game drive

Journey: today we are flexible depending on your requirements. The day can unfold by heading out at dawn into the Okaukuejo area for a game drive, returning for breakfast before packing the vehicle and heading off towards Namutoni. Alternatively up early, pack vehicle, quick breakfast and head off. Our guide will advise on the best option for the day once there as weather and game viewing opportunities vary day to day.

Route:      Namutoni Resort - Rundu
Distance: 430 km

Journey: we leave Etosha National Park behind and start our journey to the north of Namibia, a lodge on the banks of the Kavango River bordering Angola. We pass through the mining town of Tsumeb and active farmlands of Grootfontein to arrive in the Kavango Region.

Route:      Rundu - Ndhovu Safari Lodge
Distance: 220 km

Journey: A leisurely start today as we have a short drive to make to continue our time on the Kavango River by staying in the area near Popa Falls.

Journey:  Start off with a game drive into the Bufallo Game Park and afternoon boat cruise. Time permitting we can also visit Mahango Game Reserve (Bwabwata National Park Mahango core area).

Route:      Ndhovu Safari Lodge - Namushasha Lodge
Distance: 250km

Journey: A short distance takes us through the Caprivi Strip to another river, the Kwando where we overnight. Visit a local village in this area and participate in an afternoon sunset cruise on the river.

Route:      Namushasha - Chobe Safari Lodge
Distance: 260 km

Journey: The town of Katima Mulilo is our next stop before travelling south to the border with Botswana. After completing immigration and customs formalities we journey through a short section of Chobe National Park to arrive in the town of Kasane well in time for the afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River.

Route:       Chobe Safari Lodge - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Distance: 85 km

Journey: After your morning game drive we transfer across the border to Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls.

No visit to Vic Falls is complete with viewing the mighty falls themselves. Take a walk down to the National Park and spend time in the rain forest before heading back into town (entrance fees to be paid on site). Remainder of time at leisure to explore the town.

Transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport for onward flight.