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Namibia and Botswana

The Kingfisher

The focus of this spectacular trip lies on the northern parts of Namibia as well as the adventures Okavango Delta in Botswana.

Thus you will have many great animal encounters on this tour.
 

Day 1

Airport – Windhoek

After your arrival at the Windhoek International Airport, you will start you Namibia Tour by driving to Windhoek. Spend the day at leisure – you might want to go on a city tour.
Windhoek is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Namibia. Notable landmarks are: Parliament Gardens, Christ Church and the Tintenpalast.

Overnight in the Olive Grove Guesthouse
The warm glow of the setting sun envelops the Christuskirche, casting a golden hue over the cityscape.

Day 2

Windhoek – Etosha

You will depart for the Etosha National Park after breakfast and drive via Okahandja, Otjiwarongo, Otavi and Tsumeb, a mining town, to the eastern part of the Etosha National Park.
Tsumeb is the largest town in Oshikoto region in northern Namibia. The town is the site of a deep mine (the lower workings now closed), that in its heyday was known simply as "The Tsumeb Mine" but has since been renamed the Ongopolo mine.
 

Overnight in the Mushara Outpost
Regal Refreshment - A powerful image capturing the essence of the
African savannah as a lioness gracefully bends down to drink from a serene waterhole.

Day 3

Etosha National Park

You may want to spend the day with game-viewing in the Etosha National Park.
In the vast arid space of Northern Namibia lies one of Southern Africa’s best loved wildlife sanctuaries. Etosha National Park offers excellent game viewing in one of Africa’s most accessible venues. Zebra and springbok are scattered across the endless horizon, while the many waterholes attract endangered black rhinoceros, lion, elephant and large numbers of antelope.

Overnight in the Mushara Outpost
Stripes of Nature - A striking close-up of a zebra's head, revealing the mesmerizing
patterns and intricate details of this iconic African species.

Day 4

Etosha National Park – Rundu

Today you will drive through “Africa” – your journey leads you to the northern border of Namibia via the Ovamboland. Here you will drive past many small villages along the road and free roaming cattle will cross the streets. The lodge is situated on the banks of the Kavango river – so you might want to go on a boat cruise in the afternoon.

Overnight in the Hakusembe River Lodge
A serene scene unfolds as a traditional mokoro gently rests on the bank of a river.

Day 5

Rundu – Divundu

After enjoying your breakfast on the river bank, you will drive along the Trans-Caprivi-Highway to the lodge near Divundu. You might want to visit the Popa Falls today or just relax at the lodge.
Near the little town of Divundu, lies one of the highlights of the western Caprivi, the Popa Falls. They are actually rapids rather than waterfalls. The rapids are particularly impressive in the dry season at lower water levels.
 

Overnight in the Shametu River Lodge
Graceful Giants by the Riverside - magnificent elephants standing regally on the riverbank

Day 6

Mahangu National Park

Explore the Mahango National Park which is characterised by its forests, a broad flood plain, magnificent baobab trees and the great variety of animals. With over 300 species of birds, it has been designated an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International. It has very rich diversity of mammal species; 99 species are reported, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hippopotami.
 

Overnight in the Shametu River Lodge
Nature's Rugged Majesty - A captivating close-up of a buffalo's head,
showcasing the rugged beauty and indomitable spirit of this iconic African species.

Day 7

Divundu – Kasane

You should depart rather early today whilst driving via Kongola to Katima Mulilo, passing through the Caprivi Game Park which is a generally flat landscape except for some dunes covered with vegetation. Then you continue via the Ngoma Bridge boarder post to Botswana and drive to Kasane. Already in the afternoon you can join one of the activities the lodge has to offer.
 

Overnight in the Chobe Bakwena Lodge
A Golden Farewell - The sun bids its farewell as it sets over the Chobe River,
casting a warm golden glow across the tranquil waters.

Day 8 and 9

Kasane

Enjoy exploring the Chobe National Park or visit the famous Victoria Falls on a day trip.
Chobe National Park, in northern Botswana, has one of the largest concentrations of game in Africa. The park is widely known for its spectacular elephant population: it contains an estimated 50 000 elephants, perhaps the highest elephant concentration of Africa, and part of the largest continuous surviving elephant population. 
The Victoria Fall, or Mosi-oa-Tunya, is classified as the largest, based on its width of 1,708 metres (5,604 ft) and height of 108 metres (354 ft), resulting in the world's largest sheet of falling water.

Overnight in the Chobe Bakwena Lodge
A captivating view of the magnificent Victoria Falls, where the mighty Zambezi
River cascades over the precipice, unleashing a torrent of cascading water.

Day 10

Kasane - Savute

As from today you will go on an unforgettable fly in safari to explore the vast areas of the Okavango Delta. You will fly from Kasane to the Savute Safari Lodge. Already in the afternoon you will join on of the great activities offered by the lodge.
The Okavango Delta in Botswana is a very large, swampy inland delta formed where the Okavango River reaches a tectonic trough in the central part of the endorheic basin of the Kalahari. All the water reaching the Delta is ultimately evaporated and transpired. The flood peaks between June and August, during Botswana’s dry winter months, when the delta swells to three times its permanent size, attracting animals from kilometres around and creating one of Africa’s greatest concentrations of wildlife.

Overnight in the Savute Safari Lodge
Galloping Grace - A thrilling sight as a hippo charges through the water, its
massive body propelled with surprising speed and agility.

Day 11

Savute

Enjoy the day at the lodge and partake on the activities offered.
This is the home to many mamal species such as the African bush elephant, African buffalo, hippopotamus, lechwe, tsessebe, sitatunga, blue wildebeest, South African giraffe, Nile crocodile and many more. Notably the endangered Cape wild dog survives within the Okavango Delta, exhibiting one of the richest pack densities in Africa.

Overnight in the Savute Safari Lodge
A majestic fish eagle soars through the sky with outstretched wings,
embodying the grace and power of the avian kingdom.

Day 12

Savute - Moremi

During the day, you will get a flight transfer from one camp to next. Also, there, you will join many exiting activities offered.
Moremi Game Reserve is a Game Reserve in Botswana. It rests on the eastern side of the Okavango Delta and was named after Chief Moremi of the BaTawana tribe. The Moremi Game Reserve covers much of the eastern side of the Okavango Delta and combines permanent water with drier areas, which create some startling and unexpected contrasts.

Overnight in the Camp Moremi
A serene scene unfolds on the banks of Moremi Game Reserve, as a gentle group of elephants gathers by the water's edge.

Day 13

Moremi

This day is filled with activities, but you can also relax at the camp.
The Moremi Game Reserve,presents insights and views even for the most experienced of travellers. It is home to nearly 500 species of bird (from water birds to forest dwellers), and a vast array of other species of wildlife including Cape buffalo, Angolan giraffe and many more.

Overnight in the Camp Moremi
Playful Delight - An enchanting sight as an elephant revels in the joy of sand bathing.
With graceful movements, the majestic creature lowers its massive body onto the warm, golden sand.

Day 14

Moremi - Maun

After enjoying another good breakfast under the African trees, you will be transferred by flight to Maun, from where you will depart back home.
 

An awe-inspiring aerial view unveils the intricate tapestry of the Okavango Delta,
a vibrant mosaic of shimmering waterways, lush green islands, and golden grasslands.
  • 1. Olive Grove Guesthouse
  • 2. Mushara Outpost
  • 4. Hakusembe River Lodge
  • 5. Shametu River Lodge
  • 7.Chovbe Bakwena Lodge
  • 10. Savute Safari Lodge
  • 12. Camp Moremi