15 Days From Namibia to Botswana and Zimbabwe

After breakfast, depart from Windhoek and drive southeast toward the Kalahari Desert, passing scenic savannah landscapes and small towns along the way. Enjoy stops for photography and to stretch your legs, taking in the wide-open spaces and striking desert scenery.

Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon, where you can relax and enjoy the tranquil desert surroundings. Optional sunset activities include a guided walk or a scenic drive to experience the red dunes and unique flora and fauna of the Kalahari.

Suggested Accommodation: Kalahari Anib Lodge Gondwana Collection Namibia or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through central Namibia
• Sunset desert experience (optional)
• Relax in tranquil Kalahari surroundings
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart the Kalahari Desert and drive northwest toward Sossusvlei in the Namib-Naukluft National Park. Pass vast arid landscapes, gravel plains, and striking dunes, stopping along the way for photos and short breaks.

Arrive at your lodge near Sossusvlei in the afternoon. Relax and prepare for the next day’s desert adventure, or enjoy a short walk around the lodge to experience the unique desert environment.

Suggested Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive from Kalahari to Namib Desert
• Photo stops along desert landscapes
• Evening relaxation near Sossusvlei
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

Wake up early and head into the Namib-Naukluft National Park to explore the iconic Sossusvlei dunes. Climb Dune 45 for panoramic views and witness the desert’s striking colors at sunrise. Continue to Deadvlei, the white clay pan dotted with ancient camel-thorn trees, offering a surreal contrast against the red dunes.

In the afternoon, visit Sesriem Canyon, a natural gorge carved by the Tsauchab River, and learn about the geology and history of the area. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Suggested Accommodation: Sossusvlei Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Sunrise at Dune 45
• Explore Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
• Visit Sesriem Canyon
• Capture stunning desert landscapes
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, check out and drive northwest toward Swakopmund, passing through the scenic Namib Desert with opportunities for photo stops along the way. Enjoy views of the vast desert plains, gravel landscapes, and distant dunes as you make your way to the Atlantic coast.

Arrive in Swakopmund in the afternoon. Check in at your lodge and enjoy free time to explore the charming seaside town, known for its German colonial architecture, craft markets, and coastal ambiance. Optional adventure activities such as quad biking, sandboarding, or a scenic flight over the desert can be arranged.

Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through the Namib Desert
• Arrival in coastal town of Swakopmund
• Free time or optional adventure activities
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, embark on a morning boat cruise from Walvis Bay, spotting playful dolphins, sea lions, and a variety of seabirds. Enjoy a light lunch on board while taking in the Atlantic coast’s marine life and stunning views.

In the afternoon, return to Swakopmund and spend free time exploring the town’s charming streets, craft markets, and cafes, or relax at your lodge. Optional activities such as a scenic flight over the Namib Desert, 4×4 dune adventures, or quad biking can be arranged.

Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort or similar

Highlights:

• Walvis Bay boat cruise with wildlife spotting
• Scenic Atlantic Ocean views
• Free time in Swakopmund or optional activities
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Swakopmund and drive northeast toward Damaraland, passing the Namib Desert’s striking landscapes and rugged terrain. Stop along the way for photos and short breaks, capturing the dramatic scenery and unique rock formations.

Arrive in Twyfelfontein in the afternoon. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its ancient rock engravings, and learn about the rich history and culture of the San people. Overnight at your lodge, surrounded by the scenic desert environment.

Suggested Accommodation: Twyfelfontein Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Namib Desert and Damaraland
• Visit Twyfelfontein rock engravings
• Learn about San culture and history
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, drive northeast from Damaraland toward Etosha National Park, passing unique landscapes of granite mountains, dry riverbeds, and desert plains. Stop for photos and short breaks along the way.

Arrive at Okaukuejo Camp in the afternoon, the park’s main entry point, and enjoy your first game viewing experience at the waterhole. Witness elephants, zebras, and other wildlife coming to drink, especially during sunset.

Suggested Accommodation: Okaukuejo Camp or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Damaraland to Etosha
• Afternoon game viewing at Okaukuejo waterhole
• Experience Namibia’s iconic wildlife
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

Spend a full day exploring Etosha National Park on guided game drives. Discover the park’s diverse wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, and numerous antelope species. Visit waterholes throughout the day, capturing incredible photos of animals in their natural habitat.

Return to Okaukuejo Camp in the evening for dinner and relaxation. The camp’s illuminated waterhole offers an opportunity to observe nocturnal wildlife from the comfort of your lodge.

Suggested Accommodation: Okaukuejo Camp or similar

Highlights:

• Full-day guided game drives in Etosha
• Wildlife spotting including Big Five
• Visit waterholes for photography and observation
• Evening relaxation at Okaukuejo waterhole
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Okaukuejo and continue exploring Etosha National Park en route to Namutoni Camp. Stop at several waterholes and plains to spot wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.

Arrive at Namutoni in the afternoon and enjoy optional short walks or evening game drives to further explore the park.

Suggested Accommodation: Namutoni Camp or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Etosha with wildlife sightings
• Visit multiple waterholes for photography and observation
• Optional evening game drive at Namutoni
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Etosha National Park and drive northeast toward Rundu, passing through northern Namibia’s woodlands and farmland. Enjoy scenic stops along the way, observing rural villages, local communities, and the diverse flora and fauna of the region.

Arrive in Rundu in the afternoon. Settle into your lodge and enjoy a relaxing evening along the Okavango River, experiencing the tranquil riverside environment.

Suggested Accommodation: Rundu Safari Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive from Etosha to Rundu
• Observe northern Namibia’s landscapes and communities
• Relax along the Okavango River
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Rundu and drive east toward Divundu, entering the Mahango Game Reserve region, part of the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area. Enjoy a guided game drive to spot elephants, buffalo, hippos, and various bird species in this wetland-rich ecosystem.

Arrive in Divundu in the afternoon, check in at your lodge, and enjoy the tranquil riverside surroundings along the Okavango River, with optional evening wildlife viewing.

Suggested Accommodation: Divundu Safari Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through northern Namibia
• Guided game drive in Mahango National Park
• Observe elephants, hippos, and diverse birdlife
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, cross into Botswana and drive toward Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the Chobe River and surrounding landscapes.

Arrive in Kasane in the afternoon and embark on a game cruise along the Chobe River. Observe elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife in their natural habitat while enjoying the sunset over the river.

Suggested Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive from Divundu to Kasane
• Enter Botswana and approach Chobe National Park
• Sunset game cruise on the Chobe River
• Wildlife spotting including elephants and hippos
• Overnight at suggested accommodation

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, transfer across the border into Zimbabwe, heading to the world-famous Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge before joining a guided tour of the falls, where you’ll witness the thundering cascades and mist that fills the rainforest.

Spend the afternoon exploring local craft markets or enjoying optional activities such as helicopter flights, bungee jumping, or a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. End your day with dinner overlooking the mighty falls.

Suggested Accommodation: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Border crossing into Zimbabwe
• Guided tour of Victoria Falls
• Optional adventure and scenic activities
• Shopping at local markets
• Sunset cruise or dinner overlooking the falls

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included with Drinks

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your lodge before taking in your final moments in Victoria Falls. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for some last-minute souvenir shopping or a short optional activity such as a visit to the Victoria Falls Bridge or local art galleries.

Your guide will then transfer you to Victoria Falls International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your incredible Namibia, Botswana, and Victoria Falls adventure filled with wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and breathtaking scenery.

Distance: Transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA)

Highlights:

• Breakfast and checkout
• Optional short activity or shopping
• Transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport
• End of tour

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included