Description
(12 Days) Classic Comfort Namibia & Delta Safari Tour
Itinerary
Day 1
Windhoek, Namibia
With an early start to the day, we travel onto Windhoek, Namibia’s capital. Upon our arrival in Windhoek, we embark on a brief walking tour around the city and view some of the famous landmarks. Our accommodation this evening is located between the city and the airport.
Accommodation: Two Per Room: Heja Game Lodge
Facilities: En-suites Per Room Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered
Route: Etosha National Park to Windhoek ±450 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Walk through Windhoek with your guide
Day 2
Brandberg White Lady, Namibia
Recognised as the highest mountain in Namibia, the Brandberg (Burning Mountains) has more than 45 000 rock paintings in the area. In the morning we embark on an hour long hike to pay a visit to the ancient rock paintings in the area. After exploring we make our way to the Kamanjab are where we spend our evening. An optional excursion is available in the afternoon for those wanting to visit the educational centre showcasing the lifestyle of the Himba Tribe.
Accommodation: Two Per Room: Toko Lodge OR Etotongwe
Facilities: En-suites Per Room Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered
Route: Brandberg to Kamanja
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Brandberg White Lady hike
Day 3 – 4
Etosha National Park, Namibia
Today we rise early and make our way to Etosha National Park. Etosha means ‘Great White Place’ and is dominated by an enormous salt pan which makes up part of the mighty Kalahari Basin. Originally a lake nourished by the Kunene River, the Etosha pan spreads across an entire quarter of the Etosha National Park where you will have one of the most incredible game viewing experiences. We then make our way back to retire for the evening. On our second day in Etosha, we spend more time exploring the park and the edges of the Etosha Pan where we will have an opportunity to take some fantastic pictures.
Accommodation: Two Per Room: NWR: Halali or NWR: Okaukuejo
Facilities: En-suites Per Room Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered.
Route: Etosha National Park
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2
Included Highlight: Afternoon Game Drive in the truck, Full Day Game drive in truck
Day 5
Spitzkoppe – Brandberg, Namibia
We start the day early and travel to the vast granite formations, taking in the beautiful rock art of the San people who lived here over a thousands years ago. We take a walk with our local guide with the opportunity of viewing this magnificent rock art before making our way to camp for the night.
Accommodation: Two Per Room: Brandberg White Lady or Uis White Lady
Facilities: En-suite bathroom Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered.
Route: Swakopmund to Brandberg (via Spitzkoppe) ±320 km
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Visit and explore Spitzkoppe with a local guide
Day 6
Ghanzi, Botswana
Today we travel east to Botswana and the Kalahari Desert which covers of 900 000 square kilometres. A guided walk with the San community provides us with insight into the harsh climate and San people. In the evening we experience some traditional dance, songs and story-telling.
Accommodation: Two Per Room: Ghanzi Trail Blazers
Facilities: En-suite bathroom Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered.
Route: Windhoek to Ghanzi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: San Guided Walk (could take place the next morning) / San Tribal dance in evening
Border Post Namibia: Buitepos, Tel: +264 62 560401, Open: 07h00-24h00, Botswana: Mamanu, Tel: +267 (0) 659 2013/2064, Open: 07h00-24h00
Day 7 – 8
Okavango Delta and Khwai Conservation Area, Botswana
Rising early in the morning, we make our way towards Maun. Upon arrival, there is an optional scenic flight over the Delta (time and weather permitting).
After your optional flight, the group is collected from a meeting point in Maun and taken on an incredible journey into the Khwai Conservation area in smaller safari vehicles.
After dinner, our guide will explain what we can expect for our mokoro excursion into the Okavango Delta and our game drive in Khwai.
The next morning is early morning and for good reason, as we make our way to the poling station and meet our polers who will be guiding us through the waterways of the Delta.
Your polers are experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to exploring the narrow, reed-filled channels that eventually open into large lagoons, where you will have the opportunity of watching hippos in their natural environment and hopefully see some spectacular bird species before embarking on a walking trail on one of the many islands within the delta before heading back to the poling station and then camp.
It’s important to know that the walking trail and the mokoro trip is not primarily focused on game viewing but rather another unique experience enjoyed in the heart of Botswana.
After lunch, we return to Khwai Conservation area for a well-deserved game drive that’s conducted by professional guides in 4×4 vehicles, where you stand the chance of seeing amazing wildlife (route might change due to certain roads being flooded).
Accommodation: Camp: Two Permanent Tent with Ensuite Bathroom Magotho / Bogo Campsite (no website available)
Facilities: Shared Ablutions
Route: Ghanzi via Maun to Khwai Conservation Area
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2
Included Highlight: Okavango Delta Morning Mokoro Excursion / Khwai Conservation Afternoon Game Driven
Optional Activity: Okavango Delta scenic flight
Day 9
Savuti, Botswana
Accommodation: Two Per Room: Thebe River Safaris
Facilities: En-suites Per Room Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered
Route: Khwai Conservation Area – via Savuti Game Reserve – Kasane (long day ±6-8 hours)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activity: Full Day Game Drive through Savuti Game Reserve in 4×4 safari vehicles
Day 10
Chobe National Park, Botswana
We make our way to Kasane where the afternoon is spent exploring the Chobe National Park. We are treated to a relaxing sunset river cruise on the Chobe River (situated within the National Park) when we will be able to spot plenty of beautiful animals on the riverbanks, such as hippo, buffalo and elephants. We end the evening with a delicious meal around a fire.
Accommodation: Two Per Room: Thebe River Lodge
Facilities: En-suites Per Room Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered
Route: Nata to Kasane ±315 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlight: Chobe National Park boat cruise
Optional Activity: Chobe National Park Game Drive
Day 11 – 12
Zimbabwe – Victoria Falls, Zambia
Upon arrival in Victoria Falls town we have some time to prepare for our activities for the following day, before visiting the incredible Victoria Falls and experiencing the thunderous and powerful Zambezi. Enjoy a dinner out this evening. Even though the tour ends on the following day, majority of our group will spend the next day white water rafting (a thrill not to be missed!), however there are various alternatives offered by Victoria Falls, such as a walk with lions or a bungee jump from the bridge that merges Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Accommodation: Two Per Room: Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel or similar
Facilities: En-suite per room Please visit the website of the accommodation provider for a full list of the facilities offered.
Route: Kasane to Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities: Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Bungee Jump – Solo, Helicopter Flights, White Water Rafting, Visit to Victoria Falls
Tour ends in the morning
Onward Travel Plans
Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.
Pre Departure
Important Touring Tips:
- The itinerary is a guide ONLY and is subject to change
- There is a mix of different nationalities, ages and cultures on every tour
- Space in the truck is limited – PLEASE DON’T BRING TOO MUCH LUGGAGE!
- The tours are high adventure tours, so don’t expect European Coach tours or lodge safaris
- The tours are often created in a circular route i.e. where one tour ends, another begins
- The rate is the same throughout the year
- Should you be travelling to Kenya. The Kenya government has instituted a Zero Tolerance on usage of All Plastic Bags. On the spot fines (400 USD) are being issued.
What are adventure tours?
These are adventure tours perfect for people who enjoy camping and the outdoors. You get to experience the “real Africa” by camping out at night, sitting around the campfire, taking in beautiful scenery, visiting local shops and getting to know the locals.v
What is a typical day?
A typical day on either your camping or accommodated Africa overland tour starts with an early morning wake-up call and a cup of tea or coffee followed by breakfast. Campers pack-up their campsite while comfort travellers check-out of their accommodation and hit the road.
We set off to our next destination travelling through a vast variety of landscapes, making our own new memories with new friends. Each day in Africa offers a new experience from an early morning sunrise hike, quad biking, sky dive or guided nature walk. The options are endless!
We have shorter travel days arriving at our campsite by midday or early afternoon, to enjoy lunch before joining our afternoon activity or simply enjoying a relaxed afternoon at your own pace.
On our longer travel days an early start ensures an earlier arrival at our campsite. We stop off at scenic spots to stretch our legs and take in the scenery, before lunch is enjoyed at a shady spot en-route. A mid- to-late afternoon arrival at our campsite allows us to set up camp, enjoy a beautiful sunset and end the day sitting around the campfire, under the stars.
Our best advice: expect the unexpected as this is Africa! We travel mainly on gravel roads and poorly kept tarmac roads – both setting the pace at which we travel. We do our best to arrive at our next destination, safety is our number one priority and while our overland vehicles are comfortable and spacious, they are not sports cars!
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