Southern Africa Overland Camping Safari - Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe

South African countries include Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe. Highlights include; Fish River Canyon, Namib Desert, Swakopmund, Cape Cross Seal Colony, Skeleton Coast, Spitzkoppe rock formations, Twelfelfontein, cheetah sanctuary, Himba tribe, Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Chobe River, Victoria Falls, Zambezi River.

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Please note this itinerary is for the safari starting in Windhoek, the safari starting in Victoria Falls has the same highlights but the safari is ran in the opposite order to this itinerary.

Namibia’s contrasting scenery, beauty and animal life offer plenty of great photo opportunities. Our safari begins in Windhoek, Namibia’s capital. Our first major attraction is Fish River Canyon, second only to the Grand Canyon in size is one of Africa’s most sensational natural features. Ai Ais with it's sulphurous hot springs are the next highlight.

Next we’ll really start to get a feel for the Namib Desert as we cross this vast region and experience the geography of dry mountain passes. Once reaching Sossusvlei we’ll stop and explore the area and the dunes, some of them the highest in the world.  

We continue our journey to the oasis town of Swakopmund, where you can simply relax or take part in the various adrenaline triggering activities on offer. Included here is an interesting township tour giving an insight to the Namibian way of life. From here we’ll travel onto the Cape Cross Seal Colony. It’s a memorable visit here viewing thousands of these mammals as well as their pungent odor! 

From the Skeleton Coast we’ll travel inland to the stunning Spitzkoppe rock formations where we’ll experience a bush camp. We’ll also visit the ancient Bushmen rock engravings at Twelfelfontein and visit a cheetah sanctuary where you can scratch behind the ears of these beautiful cats before watching them chase their evening meal. Close to here is also the home of the Himba people, we’ll have a fascinating cultural experience visiting this ancient tribe. 

Etosha National Park is recognised as one of Africa’s greatest wildlife viewing areas and is a must see. Our days are spent game viewing, bird watching and taking in the wonderful scenery of this barren region. Our evenings are spent relaxing around the campfire and spotting game at the floodlit waterholes on the edge of camp. We’ll also take a guided game walk at Waterberg Plateau. Before entering Botswana we'll also spend time learning about the bushman tribe.

Botswana has remained almost completely unspoiled and it’s an ideal destination for nature lovers. We’ll visit the Okavango Delta, this is one of the world’s largest inland waterways and its tranquility and quietness have a calming effect on those who visit it. We’ll spend time with guides poling us around in Mokoros (dug out canoes) and exploring the extensive waterways and wildlife. An optional flight over the Delta allows you remarkable views of this unspoiled wilderness. 

Chobe National Park is one of the worlds’ largest wilderness areas covering approximately 11,000sqm. This park has the highest elephant concentration in Africa – over 120,000. From here we organise a game drive in Chobe National Park and a cruise on the relaxing waters of the Chobe River. During the heat of the day you can relax by the pool or find a shady spot along the river bank. 

Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls is, by some measures, the largest waterfall in the world. For some, Mosi oa Tunya – The Smoke That Thunders, is the highlight of their trip. The Zambezi plunges 1,000 meters over the gorge, creating a mist cloud that rises metres into the air and the thundering force can be heard from Victoria Falls town. Our last days of the safari are spent exploring Victoria Falls and taking part in the many optional adventure activities. Included in the tour is a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River and a night out at the award winning Bomas. This offers a unique African experience that awakens the senses with the tastes, sights, sounds and smells of Africa

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   TOUR DATES   

• All activities, sightseeing, National Parks, entrance fees as per itinerary  
  • Windhoek
  • Fish River Canyon
  • Ai Ais hot springs
  • Namib Naukluft National Park
  • Swakopmund Township tour
  • Cape Cross Seal Colony  
  • Spitzkoppe
  • Twelfelfontein Rock Paintings
  • Visit Himba tribe  
  • Visit Cheetah Park
  • Etosha N.P.
  • Waterberg Plateau game drive
  • Visit a bushmen tribe
  • Okavango Delta mokoro trip
  • Chobe N.P. sunset cruise
  • Chobe N.P. game drive
  • Victoria Falls entrance
  • Sunset cruise above the Falls
  • Dinner at the award winning Bomas game restaurant

NOT INCLUDED

• Airfares
• All taxes and surcharges pertaining to flights and airports
• Personal Insurance
• Personal spending
• Visa's or other documentation's required
• Any meals or services not specifically included
• Local gratuities

 OPTIONAL EXTRAS  

APPROXIMATE GUIDE (in USD)

 VICTORIA FALLS   

• Lion walk $100
• Bunji jump $90
• White water rafting $95
• Horse riding $55 -125
• Gorge swing/abseil/flying fox $30 - $125
• Jet boat ride $75
• Fixed wing/Microlight/Helicopter/Fixed/Ultralight flight $100

 SWAKOPMUND ACTIVITIES

•  Tandem Sky Dive over the Namib Desert $230
• Sandboarding $30
• Quadbiking $60 
• Deep sea fishing $85  
• Dolphin Cruise $50   

REST OF YOUR SAFARI 

• Delta Flight $50

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