NAMIBIA & BOTSWANA TO VICTORIA FALLS SAFARI ADVENTURE

Welcome to Namibia!
After completing entry formalities, your Guide will meet you in the Arrivals Hall. you will drive to the Capital of Namibia. Windhoek.
Dinner, Overnight and Breakfast in the Hotel Heinitzburg.
Travel distance: approx. 50 km

After Breakfast your guided tour through the Northern Part of Namibia will begin.
We will drive via Okahandja, Otjiwarongo and Outjo to our Lodge situated infront of the Gate to the Etosha Nationalpark.
Arrival at the Lodge and Check-in.

Located just north of Windhoek, in the central Namibian Otjozondjupa region, the bustling city of Okahandja serves as the main commercial centre of the area, as well as a prominent cultural centre for the local Herero people. The name ‘Okahandja’, means ‘The place where two rivers flow into each other to form one wide one.’ These two seasonal rivers are the Okamita and the Okakango. Known as the ‘Garden Town of Namibia’, Okahandja boasts a rich cultural heritage, numerous historical sites and excellent bird watching in the surrounding areas. Visitors can look forward to a variety of interesting activities including: browsing the colourful arts and crafts market, visiting the nearby Gross Barmen Hot springs for a soak in the rejuvenating thermal waters and enjoying an array of watersports at the nearby Von Bach Dam.

Otjiwarongo – meaning ‘the place of fat cattle’ – is a tranquil, German-influenced town with numerous lodging options, shops and other amenities, making it ideal for a stopover en route to Windhoek, Etosha National Park and the Waterberg Plateau. Points of interest include a good craft market, the Cheetah Conservation Fund and the Crocodile Ranch, where visitors can view these fascinating reptiles and, if they fancy, sample a selection of crocodile meat dishes at the ranch restaurant.

Fullboard at the Ongava Lodge.
Travel distance: approx. 425 km

Today we will take part in open Vehicle Game Drives in the Etosha National Park.

Return to the Lodge during the Day for an Optional Lunch and some Rest.
In the afternoon we again enter the Park for Game Viewing.

Ongava Lodge is one of Namibia’s premier lodges on one of the country’s most important private game reserves.
The well-established Ongava Lodge is situated in the privately owned Ongava Game Reserve along the southern boundary of Etosha National Park. Placed as it is close to the top of a hill in the foothills of the Ondundozonanandana range, the vantage point is beautiful and overlooks a well-frequented waterhole and the plains beyond.
Ongava Lodge offers luxury accommodation in 14 rock-and-thatch en-suite chalets. There are impressive views over the camp’s waterhole from the main lounge and dining areas and there is also an inviting pool to cool off in the heat of the day. Meals are either served in the main dining area under thatch or on the dining deck under the stars.
Activities include game drives into Etosha, spending time in the camp hide, and nature drives and walks on the reserve. Ongava has resident white and black rhino, giving guests staying at Ongava the opportunity to see both species.
Fullboard at the Ongava Lodge.

Today we drive through the Etosha Park in our vehicle with Full Day Game Viewing enroute.

In the late afternoon we exit the Park on the Eastern Gate and drive to our Lodge nearby!
Check-in and Leisure.

Fullboard at Onguma – The Fort!
Travel distance: approx. 200 km

Today we can spend on the reserve of the Lodge or partake in Game Viewing in the Etosha Nationlpark.
Activities are included at Ongava.

Situated east of Etosha, bordering Fisher’s Pan, Onguma Game Reserve is one of Namibia’s best-kept secrets. The reserve offers visitors the opportunity to experience Africa in all her beauty and diversity. Onguma Game Reserve features over 34000 hectares of protected land scattered with a variety of wildlife including plains game, black rhino, kudu, giraffe, zebra, lion, cheetah, leopard and more than 300 bird species. The seasonal rains attract thousands of migrating birds to the Fisher’s Pan wetland area. The neighbouring Etosha National Park is home to a rich array of wildlife, including four of the Big 5. Visitors can enjoy game drives, guided walks and rhino research drives within the private reserve as well as wildlife safaris into Etosha National Park to view abundant game in the largest national park in Namibia.

Onguma The Fort is unlike any other, the only one of its kind in Namibia.
It is built in exactly the right spot to give guests probably one of the best sunset views in the whole of Namibia – overlooking the beautiful scarceness of the Etosha Pans, decorated only with its wild animals and hundreds of Camel Thorn trees.

Full-board at Onguma- The Fort.

After a relaxed breakfast we will leave the Etosha Region and continue our journey via Tsumeb and Grootfontein to Rundu. Arrival in the afternoon and check-in.

Tsumeb, the largest town in the Oshikoto region and the closest urban centre to the renowned Etosha National Park, has been dubbed Namibia’s “gateway to the north”. It is also known for the famous Tsumeb mine, and as having the greatest number of minerals in one place in the world. The region is rich in exquisite semi-precious gemstones which can be seen in their full glory at the Tsumeb Museum. Visitors can stop in at the Arts & Crafts Centre, the Tsumeb Cultural Village, and the Old Mine, which documents Namibia’s rich history, before making their way to the famous Etosha. Don’t miss the opportunity to take in the town’s raw and beautiful scenery in a different way: go skydiving with the Tsumeb Flying Club.

Bordering Angola, on the banks of the Okavango River in northern Namibia, the town of Rundu serves as the capital of the eastern Kavango region. Rundu is renowned for its local woodcarvers market as well as the numerous woodcarvers’ huts dotting the side of the road. The town provides a great stopover to refuel for visitors heading to Katima Mulilo as well as an excellent base from which to explore the magnificent surrounding areas. Visitors to Rundu can enjoy the beautiful surrounds including the magnificent Popa Falls and Mahangu Game Reserve. Other popular activities include: great game viewing, excellent bird watching as well as kayaking on the spectacular Kavango river.

We will take part in a Sundowner Boatcruise on the Okavango River.

Dinner, Overnight and Breakfast at the Hakusembe River Lodge.
Travel distance: approx. 435 km

Today we enter the Caprivi-Strip of Namibia.

We will have breakfast and then drive to Divundu where we will visit the Popa Falls.
From there we continue through the Caprivi Strip and drive via Kongola to our next destination at the Mudumu Nationalpark.

Here we will spend two days!

Situated in the Caprivi Strip in northeastern Namibia, bordered by the Kwando River to the west, Mudumu National Park shelters diverse wildlife, including elephant, buffalo, zebra, antelope, crocodile, hippo and much more. The landscape is characterised by vast flat plains, tranquil lagoons and riverine woodlands. The park’s varied habitat is ideal for birds with over 400 species inhabiting the area. Anglers can enjoy excellent fishing in the river, which is home to a variety of species including the sought after with tiger fish. Popular activities include: game viewing, birdwatching and camping in remote locations for the quintessential wild African experience. Other Commonly spotted wildlife include: impala, red lechwe, giraffe, otter, lion, hyena, and leopard.

Fullboard at the Lianshulu Lodge.
Travel distance: approx. 460 km

Today our journey is not far.
We will continue to the Chobe Nationalpark and stay there for two nights.

WELCOME
Chobe Water Villas, an exclusive and intimate “boutique” Lodge is located in Namibia at the eastern tip of the famous Caprivi Strip now know as the Zambezi Region.
The Lodge is exclusively situated in the 150 km2 Namibian Kasika Conservancy directly on the banks of the Chobe River and opposite the renowned Chobe National Park and the safari town of Kasane, in Botswana. This location affords unobstructed views into the National Park and over the world-renowned Sedudu Island. This island boasts the greatest density of wildlife of any river system in the world and includes Elephant, Lion, Buffalo, Hippo, Crocodile and up to 8 species of antelope and 460 of birds and waterfowl.
This spectacular location ensures that this exciting view into untamed Africa is available from the Lodge and every one of its16 exclusive Water Villas. Chobe National Park itself is furthermore home to Giraffe, Wild Dog, Leopard, Cheetah, Jackal, Hyena and one of the greatest Zebra migrations after the Masai Mara or Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya. The 117,000 km2 Chobe National Park’s wildlife statistics confirm that it is home to 160,000 Elephants along with some 164 mammal species representing one of the largest concentration of wildlife in Africa. Antelope species include Kudu, Roan, Sable, Lechwe, Waterbuck, Eland, Puku, Gemsbok, Springbok, Klipspringer, Impala and the occasional rare Sitatunga. This location at the confluence of the legendary Chobe and the mighty Zambezi Rivers is where the borders of Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe meet.
Here in Africa keen fishing enthusiasts will be challenged by the greatest of fresh water fighting fish, the powerful and energetic Tiger Fish along with Nembwe and the delicious Three Spot Bream.
Chobe Water Villas nestle under magnificent shading Acacia trees and exclusively HOSTS a maximum of only 32 guests in its uniquely positioned 16 luxurious Water Villas and in its Lounges, Bar, Restaurant, Infinity Pool, African Boma and Pool Deck.
The arrival experience itself is unique as the only access is by a 15 minute leisurely Safari Boat transfer from Kasane in Botswana cruising across the Chobe River amongst Hippo and Crocodile. Upon arrival a warm and genuine Namibian welcome awaits you.
Fullboard at the Chobe Water Villas.
Travel distance: approx. 280 km

Today we will leave Namibia and drive to Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls).
We will need a lot of patience at the border!! 🙂

Arrival at Victoria Falls and check-in.
There are a lot of Activities being offered, which can be booked directly at the Lodge / Hotel.
Your Guide will be of assistance.

Dinners, Overnights and Breakfast at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge.
Travel distance: approx. 95 km

Depending on your flight from Vic Falls, we have the day at leisure.
Transfer to the Vic Falls Airport, where you will say good bye to your local Tourguide!
We hope you will remember Afrika with us!

The Victoria Falls are a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur with the mighty Zambezi River plummeting over the edge over a width of almost 2 kilometers and cascading 100 metres down. The spray of the falls creates endless rainbows. Its columns can be seen as far as 30 kilometers away. The local tribe calls this unique place “Mosi-Oa-Tunya”, the smoke that thunders. Downstream the Falls, the Zambezi has carved deeply into the soft rock, forming a deep gorge in a tight zigzag course for kilometers. To fully appreciate the incredible size of the Falls and the awesome power of the river, helicopter flights are available.

Travel distance: approx. 30 km
We look forward to welcoming you back to Southern Africa!

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Included
• 12 x Breakfast in the mentioned establishments
• 7 x lunches at Ongava / Onguma / Lianshulu / Chobe Water Villas
• Guided Tour with an Vehicle suited for Namibia and suited for the amount of travelers
• English speaking Driver guide (Guide and Driver in one person)
• All needed Transfer from/to Airport
• All Entrance Fees to the National parks according to Itinerary
• Game Drives in open vehicle in Etosha via Ongava and Onguma
• Game Drives in Etosha from our Vehicle en-route too
• Sunset Boat cruise on the Okavango River in Rundu
• Game Drive and Boat cruise at the Kwando River / Mudumu National park
• Game Drive and Boat cruise at the Chobe Water Villas
• Visit of the Victoria Waterfalls
• Tourism Levy
• 15% VAT

Not Included
• Flights
• Travel insurance
• Optional and recommended Excursions
• Expenses of a personal nature
• Visa fees (where applicable)
• Airport taxes
• Souvenirs