Africa's unique natural beauty and abundant wildlife are some of the continent's true treasures. This safari has proven its authenticity and gives you a high probability of spotting the Big 5. You will experience exciting moments on the safaris in the national parks of Namibia and Botswana. You will be there when a family of elephants meets for a bath or when a herd of zebras grazes peacefully while lions lurk in the bushes. From the magnificent Victoria Falls, the UNESCO World Heritage Site Twyfelfontein to the Fish River Canyon, the largest in Africa, this trip will inspire you. Namibia will fascinate you with the change of impressive landscapes from dry endless expanses, the rows of mighty mountain ranges to the three desert landscapes.
Highlights: Opportunity to see the Big 5, Windhoek, Waterberg, Etosha National Park, Caprivi Strip, houseboat on the Chobe River, Choe National Park, Victoria Falls, Botswana.
Included services:
Deluxe version: NAD 110,520.00
Classic version: NAD 105,040.00
This tour program is intended as a suggestion, and depending on your wishes, schedule and budget, we will be happy to put together a tailor-made program for you.
Ü | F = Overnight stay | Breakfast
A | Ü | F = Dinner | Overnight stay | Breakfast
VP = Lunch or lunch packages | Dinner | Overnight stay | Breakfast and activities
Day | TRAVEL PROGRAM & SERVICES |
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Overnight: Hotel in Windhoek For the first evening in Windhoek, you should book the desired restaurant in advance. We will be happy to make the table reservation for you. Optional activities: Guided Katutura tour, city tour (also on your own). |
2 |
Overnight: Lodge at the Waterberg The afternoon is free for optional activities, such as: plateau walk, honeymoon sundowner, rhino drive, rhino tracking, hiking trails, cultural tour to Hereroland. |
3 |
Overnight: Lodge at the Waterberg Optional activities as mentioned above and an additional exploration tour of the Waterberg Plateau are an option today. |
4 |
Overnight: Bush Camp near Grootfontein You arrive at camp in the early afternoon. This bush camp offers a package consisting of 2 nights, full board with Bushman activities. The safari tents are equipped with en-suite bathrooms, beds and mosquito nets. Guests experience the freedom of the African bush and relaxation in nature, while at the same time getting to know the Bushman culture. |
5 |
Overnight stay: Bush Camp near Grootfontein |
6 |
Overnight: Lodge in the Mahango area You can visit the rapids on the outward or return journey. Entrance fees approx. NAD 150.00 per person and approx. NAD 50.00 for the vehicle. A nice restaurant located directly at the Popa Falls not only offers a great view but also serves as a place to take a breather with a cool drink or snack while enjoying the beautiful atmosphere. |
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Overnight: Lodge in the Mahango area Optional activities: Morning | afternoon game drive on your own in the Mahango Park or excursion to Botswana to the Okavango Panhandle. Game drives with the lodge in the nearby Mahango National Park. You can also book boat trips on the Kavango on site or a breakfast boat tour |
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Overnight stay: Lodge on the Kwando River Optional: Self-guided game drives in Mudumo National Park or a boat trip on the Kwando River. A guided bush walk is also an option, as is a fishing trip. In the western part of the Strip lies the Bwabwata National Park, an untouched wilderness with more than 400 bird species. A true paradise for bird lovers. The Kwando River is a tributary of the Zambezi and forms the border between the eastern and western parts of the Caprivi Strip. The day is at leisure. You can go on game drives on your own. |
9 | Overnight: Lodge on the Kwando River (A | Ü | F) Today you have the opportunity to explore the Kwando area extensively. The lodge also offers optional activities such as game drives in the Bwabwata Park in the morning or afternoon, as well as boat trips on the Kwando River. |
10 | Overnight stay: Lodge in Kasane on the Chobe River (A | Ü | F) Departure in the morning towards Botswana. After approx. 200 km you reach the border crossing. Continue (approx. 70 km) through the Chobe National Park to Kasane. In the afternoon you can stay at the lodge or book an optional game drive in the Chobe Park with the lodge directly on site. |
11 |
Overnight: Houseboat on the Chobe River 3 motorboats per houseboat allow flexible planning of water activities. |
12 |
Overnight: Houseboat on the Chobe River Activities and excursions with the "boats". Activities include bird watching, fishing (regular fishing and fly fishing) and game viewing. Three smaller boats are available for close-up game viewing trips. |
13 | Overnight: Lodge in Kasane on the Chobe River (A | Ü | F) After breakfast, you will take the small boats back to Impalila Island and then to Kasane where a representative of a transfer company will welcome you. You will be transferred back to your lodge in Kasane and have the afternoon at leisure. |
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Overnight stay: Lodge in Kasane on the Chobe River Optional: In consultation with the driver - lunch at the Look-Out Café. We are happy to book this Victoria Falls day tour for you in advance, for an additional charge. |
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Overnight stay: Lodge near Nata Optional activities: Morning bush walk, game drive: animals on the trail |
16 | Overnight: Lodge near Gweta (A | Ü | F) After a very early breakfast, make your way to Planet Baobab Lodge near Gweta. You should check in by 12:00 at the latest if you would like to take part in the optional expedition to the Ntwetwe Pan at 14:00. Among other things, you will encounter extraordinary creatures - the meerkats. If you observe these animals for an extended period of time, you can see how they interact with each other. Due to an ongoing habituation program, it is possible to get close to these fascinating creatures. Optional quads are also available if you are interested in driving the quads yourself - this can be booked on site at an additional cost. |
17 | Overnight: Lodge at Gweta (A | B | F) Today you can take part in another optional activity at the lodge. In the afternoon, for example, you can go on a guided hiking tour to the baobabs, which are the subject of mysterious myths and legends. |
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Overnight stay in a lodge in Maun Optional: Mokoro trips, helicopter or small plane sightseeing flight over the Okavango Delta. |
19 | Overnight stay in a lodge in Maun (A | B | F) The day is at leisure, optionally you can book the above-mentioned activities directly with the lodge. |
20 | Overnight stay in a lodge outside Ghanzi (A | Ü | F) After breakfast, continue to Ghanzi. Here you have an overnight stay to break up the long journey to Namibia. In this game reserve outside Ghanzi, you can see several species of antelope. |
21 | Overnight stay: Lodge near Gobabis (A | Ü | F) Today you return to Namibia. You will have the next two nights at the end of your safari to review the past, as well as to enjoy some great experiences in a family atmosphere. The lodge also offers optional game drives, and a sundowner drive in the Kalahari Desert is particularly popular here. |
22 | Overnight: Lodge near Gobabis (A | Ü | F) Today you have another opportunity to relax or take part in an optional game drive on the reserve. Game viewing: You can sit at the waterhole at the lodge and observe, photograph and document the animals drinking, wallowing and grazing at your leisure. |
23 | Return flight to Germany The last leg of your safari ends today at Hosea Kutako Airport, where you return your rental car in good time before check-in. |