20 Days Namibia, Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure

Your grand Southern African adventure begins as you depart from Windhoek, heading south through Namibia’s striking landscapes toward the Kalahari Desert. Along the way, admire the transition from rolling hills to vast open savannahs dotted with acacia trees and red sand dunes.

Arrive at your lodge nestled within the Kalahari’s unique scenery, where the tranquility and endless horizons create a perfect introduction to Namibia’s desert beauty. In the afternoon, enjoy an optional nature drive or sundowner excursion, where you may spot oryx, springbok, and meerkats while watching the sun paint the dunes in warm hues.

End your day with a relaxing dinner under a starlit sky at Camelthorn Lodge or similar, preparing for the adventure ahead.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Namibia’s heartland
• Optional sundowner nature drive in the Kalahari
• Overnight in the red dunes of the Kalahari Desert

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart the Kalahari and journey south toward the Fish River Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the world. The drive offers breathtaking views of Namibia’s rugged terrain, passing through small desert towns and changing landscapes of open plains and rocky outcrops.

Arrive at your lodge near the canyon and take some time to relax before heading out for an afternoon exploration. Visit the Fish River Canyon viewpoint, where you’ll marvel at the immense scale of the gorge carved over millions of years by the Fish River. The dramatic cliffs and winding river below create one of Africa’s most awe-inspiring natural sights.

Return to your lodge for dinner and a peaceful night surrounded by the desert’s stillness at Canyon Roadhouse or similar.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through southern Namibia
• Visit to Fish River Canyon viewpoint
• Sunset over one of Africa’s grandest natural wonders

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart from the Fish River Canyon area and travel west toward the coastal town of Lüderitz, known for its colonial architecture and windswept Atlantic scenery. The drive takes you through the dramatic landscapes of the Namib Desert, passing small desert settlements and the historic town of Aus.

Arrive in Lüderitz by afternoon and check in at your seaside hotel. Later, explore the town’s charming streets, visit Diaz Point for stunning ocean views, and witness the dramatic meeting of desert and sea. Depending on time, you may also visit the Kolmanskop Ghost Town, once a thriving diamond mining settlement, now a hauntingly beautiful relic of the past.

Return to Lüderitz Nest Hotel or similar for dinner and overnight stay.

Highlights:

• Scenic desert drive via Aus
• Visit Diaz Point and Kolmanskop Ghost Town
• Explore Lüderitz’s coastal charm

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Lüderitz and journey northeast toward Sossusvlei, home to the iconic red dunes of the Namib Desert. The route takes you through vast desert plains, rugged mountain passes, and the small settlement of Helmeringhausen, where you can stop for refreshments and photos.

Continue toward Sesriem, the gateway to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, surrounded by breathtaking desert scenery. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon and check in. Enjoy the tranquility of the Namib Desert as the sun sets over the dunes, painting the horizon in shades of gold and crimson.

Dinner and overnight at The Elegant Desert Lodge or similar.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Helmeringhausen and desert landscapes
• Arrival at Sossusvlei area for the next day’s exploration
• Sunset over the Namib Desert dunes

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

Rise early for a full day exploring the iconic Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, famous for their towering red dunes and surreal desert scenery. Climb Dune 45 for breathtaking sunrise views, then visit the ancient white clay pan of Deadvlei, where centuries-old trees stand frozen in time. Later, explore Sesriem Canyon, a natural gorge carved by the Tsauchab River over millions of years. Return to your lodge in the afternoon to relax and unwind as the sun sets over the vast Namib Desert.

Suggested Accommodation: The Elegant Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Sunrise at Dune 45
• Explore Sossusvlei & Deadvlei
• Visit Sesriem Canyon
• Overnight in the Namib Desert

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart from Sossusvlei and enjoy a scenic drive through the rugged Namib-Naukluft National Park toward the coast. Travel via Solitaire, a charming desert stop famous for its apple pie and rustic atmosphere. Continue through vast gravel plains and dramatic desert mountain passes before reaching Swakopmund, Namibia’s adventure capital. Upon arrival, spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the town’s colonial charm, beach promenades, and local cafés.

Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Namib Desert landscapes
• Stop at Solitaire for refreshments
• Explore Swakopmund’s coastal charm
• Relax at your seaside lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, enjoy a day of coastal and desert exploration. Begin with a Walvis Bay boat cruise, where you may spot playful dolphins, sea lions, and a variety of seabirds. Take in the stunning scenery of the Atlantic Ocean and the lagoon. In the afternoon, optional activities include a flight over the Namib Desert, 4×4 dune adventures at Sandwich Harbour, or quad biking on the desert dunes. Return to Swakopmund to relax and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Suggested Accommodation: Bay View Resort or similar

Highlights:

• Walvis Bay boat cruise for marine wildlife
• Optional desert adventure activities
• Explore Swakopmund town and beaches
• Relaxing evening by the coast

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Swakopmund and journey northwest toward Twyfelfontein, passing through the striking landscapes of the Damaraland region. Along the way, admire rugged mountains, dry riverbeds, and unique desert vegetation. Arrive at Twyfelfontein in the afternoon and explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock engravings, ancient petroglyphs that reveal the area’s rich cultural history. Learn about the San people who created these remarkable artworks and gain insight into their traditions and lifestyle.

Suggested Accommodation: Twyfelfontein Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Damaraland landscapes
• Visit UNESCO-listed Twyfelfontein rock engravings
• Learn about San culture and heritage
• Afternoon arrival and lodge check-in

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, spend a full day exploring the wonders of Damaraland. Visit the Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain, remarkable geological formations shaped over millions of years. Discover the Twyfelfontein Petrified Forest, home to fossilized tree trunks and unique rock formations. Learn about the region’s natural history and the survival strategies of desert-adapted wildlife. In the evening, return to your lodge to relax and enjoy the peaceful desert surroundings.

Suggested Accommodation: Twyfelfontein Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Visit Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain
• Explore Twyfelfontein Petrified Forest
• Learn about desert-adapted wildlife
• Evening at leisure at the lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Twyfelfontein and head northeast toward Etosha National Park, one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations. Enter the park and enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and possibly lions and rhinos as you traverse the park’s vast salt pans and savannahs. Arrive at your lodge near Etosha, check in, and relax while enjoying the sounds and sights of the African bush.

Suggested Accommodation: Toshari Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive from Damaraland to Etosha
• Afternoon game drive in Etosha National Park
• Wildlife spotting: elephants, lions, giraffes, and more
• Evening relaxation at the lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, embark on a full day of game drives in Etosha National Park. Explore diverse habitats, from open salt pans to acacia woodlands, and spot a variety of wildlife including lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and numerous antelope species. Stop at the park’s waterholes to observe animals gathering, offering excellent photography opportunities. Return to your lodge in the evening to relax and enjoy the serene African bush surroundings.

Suggested Accommodation: Toshari Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Full-day game drives in Etosha National Park
• Wildlife spotting: lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras
• Waterhole visits for photography
• Evening at the lodge in the African bush

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, continue your exploration of Etosha National Park with morning and afternoon game drives. Travel through the park’s varied landscapes, stopping at key waterholes to spot wildlife including big cats, elephants, and antelopes. Learn from your guide about the park’s unique ecosystems and conservation efforts. In the evening, check in at your lodge near Namutoni and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by nature.

Suggested Accommodation: Namutoni Resort or similar

Highlights:

• Morning and afternoon game drives in Etosha
• Visit key waterholes for wildlife viewing
• Spot lions, elephants, rhinos, and giraffes
• Evening relaxation at Namutoni Resort

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Etosha and head northeast toward Rundu, traveling through the scenic landscapes of northern Namibia. Stop along the way for photos and short breaks to enjoy the vast savannah and traditional Himba villages. Upon arrival in Rundu, check in at your lodge and relax, taking in the views of the Okavango River and surrounding area. Enjoy the evening at leisure.

Suggested Accommodation: Hakusembe River Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive from Etosha to Rundu
• Stop at viewpoints and cultural villages along the way
• Evening relaxation by the Okavango River
• Immerse in northern Namibia’s landscapes and culture

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, depart Rundu and drive east toward Divundu, located near the Mahango Game Reserve in the Bwabwata National Park area. Enjoy a scenic journey along the Okavango River, observing riverine landscapes and local communities. Upon arrival, embark on an afternoon game drive in Mahango National Park, spotting elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and a variety of bird species in this rich wetland ecosystem. Return to your lodge for the evening.

Suggested Accommodation: Divava Okavango Lodge or similar

Highlights:

• Scenic drive along the Okavango River
• Afternoon game drive in Mahango National Park
• Wildlife spotting: elephants, buffalo, giraffes, birds
• Evening relaxation at the lodge surrounded by nature

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

Spend the day exploring the incredible Mahango National Park and surrounding river ecosystems. Begin with a morning boat cruise on the Okavango River, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and an abundance of birdlife. After lunch, venture into the park for another game drive, offering a chance to encounter elephants, antelopes, and perhaps even big cats. The park’s diverse landscape of floodplains, woodlands, and riverine forest provides fantastic photographic opportunities.

Highlights:

• Morning boat cruise on the Okavango River
• Afternoon game drive in Mahango National Park
• Birdwatching and wildlife viewing
• Peaceful riverside sunset at the lodge

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, journey westward across the Caprivi Strip and cross into Botswana, arriving in Kasane, the gateway to the renowned Chobe National Park. This region is famous for its vast elephant population and spectacular riverfront scenery. In the afternoon, unwind or join a sunset cruise on the Chobe River, where herds of elephants and buffalo gather along the banks as hippos wallow in the shallows.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive across the Caprivi Strip into Botswana
• Arrival in Kasane, gateway to Chobe National Park
• Optional sunset cruise on the Chobe River
• Excellent wildlife and bird photography opportunities

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

Spend the day exploring Chobe National Park, one of Botswana’s premier wildlife destinations. Begin with an early morning game drive to witness predators on the move and elephants crossing the open plains. Return for breakfast and leisure at the lodge before heading out on a late afternoon river cruise along the Chobe River. This cruise offers a front-row seat to elephants bathing, hippos surfacing, and crocodiles basking on the shores as the sun sets over the water.

Highlights:

• Early morning game drive in Chobe National Park
• Afternoon Chobe River cruise for a different wildlife perspective
• Opportunity to spot elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and various bird species
• Unforgettable sunset views over the Chobe River

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, cross the border into Zimbabwe and travel to the spectacular Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. On arrival, settle into your accommodation before joining a guided tour of the Falls, where the thundering cascades and mist-filled air create an unforgettable experience. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the vibrant town, local craft markets, or relax by the pool. In the evening, enjoy an optional Zambezi River sunset cruise, complete with snacks and refreshments as you watch the sun dip below the horizon.

Highlights:

• Transfer from Kasane to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
• Guided walking tour of Victoria Falls
• Optional sunset cruise on the Zambezi River
• Leisure time to explore Victoria Falls town or visit local markets

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

Spend a full day experiencing the magic of Victoria Falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya or “The Smoke That Thunders.” Enjoy a relaxed morning or take part in thrilling optional activities, such as helicopter flights over the Falls, bungee jumping, or white-water rafting on the Zambezi River. You may also visit the Victoria Falls Bridge, a historical landmark connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia. Later, unwind at your lodge or explore local restaurants offering authentic Zimbabwean cuisine. End your adventure with a farewell dinner overlooking the mighty Zambezi — a perfect conclusion to this unforgettable journey.

Highlights:

• Full day at Victoria Falls
• Optional adventure activities (helicopter, rafting, bungee jump)
• Visit to the Victoria Falls Bridge
• Leisure time for shopping and dining
• Farewell dinner experience

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning soaking in the final views of Victoria Falls. Depending on your flight time, you may have the opportunity for some last-minute shopping at local craft markets for souvenirs and handmade art. Your driver will then transfer you to Victoria Falls International Airport for your onward flight. As your 20-day journey through Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe comes to an end, take with you unforgettable memories of vast deserts, incredible wildlife, and the thunderous beauty of the Falls.

Highlights:

• Breakfast and morning leisure
• Optional last-minute shopping
• Transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport
• End of 20-day Southern Africa adventure

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Dinner Included