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Falls, Botswana & Namibia

14 days

SMALL GROUP LODGE SAFARI : Take in the natural wonders, rich culture and incredible wildlife of Botswana and Namibia on this 14 day accommodated, overland adventure. Start at the spectacular Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and end in Windhoek. Explore the Okavango by boat and on foot, game drive in Chobe and Etosha National Park, cruise the Chobe River and walk the world's highest sand dunes in the Namib Desert.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

14 days

Starts

Victoria Falls

Ends

Windhoek

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour guide/driver

Group Size

Min 4 / Max 16

Minimum age

10 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Year round

Hotel Rating

Mid range lodges

Countries

Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 13, Lunch: 1, Dinner: 10
Per Person From
€3,765.00
Deposit From
Final payment
€2,259.00
€5,271.00

Tour Highlights

Victoria Falls - Start your tour in this charming Zimbabwean town which is home to the spectacular Victoria Falls
Chobe National Park - Search for wildlife on safari and enjoy a cruise on the Chobe River to spot crocodiles and enjoy a magical sunset
Okavango Delta - Explore the network of watery pathways through the delta on guided nature walks, mokoro and boat excursions
Etosha National Park - Spend two days exploring Namibia's premier game reserve and head out in search of lions, elephants and more on game drives
Damaraland - Take in the spectacular scenery of this wild, mountainous region
Swakopmund - Stroll around this charming German colonial town and join an optional dolphin cruise or scenic flight
Namib-Naukluft National Park - Scramble up the giant dunes of Sossusvlei, explore Deadvlei and hike through the Sesriem Canyon

Included

13 breakfasts, 10 dinners and 1 lunch
13 nights mid-range (3-4 star) lodges, chalets and small hotels, all with en suite facilities
Victoria Falls Airport transfer on day 1
Windhoek airport departure transfer on day 14.
Etosha - afternoon game drive and full game drive through the park in 4x4 open vehicles
Okavango Delta - mokoro trip, scenic boat tour and nature walk
Sesriem - 5km guided walk to Dead Vlei
Chobe National Park - morning game drive in 4x4 open vehicles and afternoon Chobe River Cruise
Transport in a 16-seater overland truck
Escorted by a licensed African tour guide, who is also your driver
Etosha and Chobe National Park entrance fees

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Optional activities
Victoria Falls NP entrance fee and excursions
Local Payment: R 2,500.00pp paid in ZAR

Itinerary

Day 1 - Victoria Falls

Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport you will be met and transferred to our start hotel. At 3pm there is a pre departure meeting in the hotel foyer. The rest of the day is free for you to independently explore. Be sure to allow enough time to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls which are without doubt one of the most spectacular sights in Africa!

Victoria Falls is a charming town and there's a whole host of exciting activities available to book locally, from scenic helicopter flights over the falls and bungee jumping, to white water rafting and sunset cruises. Pre tour accommodation is available on request if you would like to spend longer here.

Overnight: Victoria Falls

Days 2-3 - Chobe National Park

Victoria Falls - Chobe River (Botswana). The morning of day 2 is free for you to browse the local markets or enjoy some of the optional activities on offer at Victoria Falls. In the afternoon we cross the border into Botswana overnight on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. The following day we enjoy a morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and other animals coming to the river's edge to drink.

Overnight: Chobe River (2)
Meals: Breakfast x2, Dinner x2

Days 4-5 - Okavango Delta

Chobe River - Okavango Delta. On day 4 we drive through Chobe National Park before entering Namibia and travelling to the eastern side of the Caprivi, a narrow stretch of Namibian territory between Botswana and Angola. Crossing back into Botswana we then continue on to our lodge, located on the banks of the Okavango River..

The following day we travel by boat into the Okavango Delta with its picturesque maze of waterways and sprawling grassy plains. We explore this incredible inland delta on a mokoro (traditional canoe) excursion and guided game walks on the smaller islands (water levels permitting).

Overnight: Okavango Delta(2)
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch, Dinner x2

Day 6 - The Okavango River

Okavango Delta - Okavango River (Namibia). Departing the Delta we cross back into Namibia and continue through the Caprivi Strip, stopping to spend the night at a lodge set amongst lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River and Angola. This afternoon there's an optional boat cruise on the river (book and pay locally) or you can simply relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Overnight: Okavango River
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Days 7-8 - Etosha National Park

Okavango River - Etosha National Park. On day 7 we travel on to Etosha, Namibia's flagship national park where we enjoy our first game drive in the park, in our overland vehicle. Dominated by a giant salt pan, it is easy to the spot wildlife that gathers around the few watering holes to drink. Some of the species you may spot in the park include lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, zebra and giraffe. Our lodge is located just outside the park entrance and this evening you can sit on your private patio and listen to the sounds of the bush. The following day we enjoy a full day game drive in open 4x4 vehicles from our lodge.

Overnight: Etosha National Park (2)
Meals: Breakfast x2, Dinner x2

Day 9 - Damaraland

Etosha National Park - Damaraland. We travel on to Damaraland today, one of the most scenic areas of Namibia, dominated by prehistoric water courses with open plains and grassland, massive granite koppies and deep gorges. Our lodge is located on top of a mountain with spectacular views of the surrounding area. Spend the afternoon taking in the incredible setting or simply relaxing by the pool. The lodge is also home to one of the world's longest ziplines, which is a spectacular way to take in the surrounding Damaraland scenery!

Overnight: Damaraland
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 - Swakopmund

Damaraland - Swakopmund. We travel south today, through the beautiful Damaraland region with its mountain ranges, dry valleys and rugged terrain. We arrive into Swakopmund and spend the afternoon exploring this charming German colonial town.

Overnight: Swakopmund
Meals: Breakfast

Days 11-12 - Sossusvlei & Sesriem

Swakopmund - Sesriem. Our journey on day 11 takes us further south through ever-changing scenery to our accommodation located on the edge of the Namib Desert. Our lodge here is just a few kilometres from the mighty dunes of Sossusvlei. The following morning we head into the desert to appreciate the beauty of the dunes, which are the highest in the world. Enjoy a leisurely 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, and a hike through the staggering Sesriem Canyon. Springbok, oryx and ostrich are some of the hardy species you may be able to spot living out in the desert.

Overnight: Sesriem (2)
Meals: Breakfast x2, Dinner x2

Day 13 - Windhoek

Sesriem - Windhoek. After breakfast transfer to Windhoek where we spend our final night in Namibia's capital.

Overnight: Windhoek
Meals: Breakfast

Day 14 - Windhoek

Our African adventure comes to an end after breakfast today. A departure transfer to Windhoek airport is included. We can also book post tour accommodation upon request.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Reviews

Travel was uncomfortable and for many painful. I did not expect to be riding in a vehicle that resembled a heavy duty truck than a tour vehicle and had no A/C. We travelled for long hours in very hot temperatures (34-38C.) on gravel roads many of which were very rough. As a result we had the windows open and closed them when a vehicle went by to keep out the dust. A few people developed back problems. One person rode with the driver in the truck cab after two or three days and stayed there for the rest of the trip. I was shocked to learn that there was no toilet on the bus given many of us were seniors and we were travelling many hours with no or limited facilities. Many were very uncomfortable including some women and anyone requiring a number 2 on the side of the road. The two people with diarrhrea were not amused. I am very disappointed that no A/C or toilet was mentioned in the brochures.

Enjoyed the tour and itinerary. Was disappointed with the choice of transportation- a truck / bus with no air conditioning ! With temperatures of 37 and long travel days(6-9 hrs) and seniors in the group as a retired nurse was watching for signs of heat stroke and dehydration in the group!This would not have been necessary with the transportation that was promised in the tour package.

Your was good and tour guide was excellent!!! What was not excellent was your bus and the road conditions!!! In the itinerary you mention that the bus did not have air conditioning!!! I think when most of the people are over 65 bus should have A/C and a bus that has good enough suspension to handle rough roads!!! Taking the bus into the game parks is not a good idea roads are a way to rough for your bus!!! Two people ended up with sore backs because of your bus and the roads!!!

Adam was an amazing guide. He was kind, funny, informative and listened to our individual needs. He was a safe and effective driver and was never without a smile on his face. His knowledge and passion for his work was clearly evident. Highly recommend him. The accommodations were varied and served our purposes well. The food everywhere was great as was the staff - especially at Swamp Stop. The only complaint I have is that the bus wasn't air conditioned. Travelling with others who were 70+ years old, it was concerning to not have it, but we managed as best as we could. There were many long hot days on bumpy and dusty roads, so anything you can do to make the driving part more comfortable for future guests I am sure will be appreciated. The parks were incredible and we have memories for life. What an amazing itinerary. Working with Samantha was great too - she was able to accommodate our request for a private jeep on safari and it made the world of difference to making our trip that much more amazing being able to capture photos with freedom to move around the vehicle. Thank you for everything.

Overall, the tour was good, and the itinerary was as announced. On the Go Tour staff Caylin went out of her way to help me with my booking needs, which I really appreciated. The tour leader and tour bus driver Adam was excellent. He was patient, helped with our individual needs, and was an excellent driver. The airport/hotel transfers were prompt and efficient. As a vegetarian, I was able to find something to eat at breakfast and dinner, and it was not a problem. There wasn't much of a tour at Victoria Falls as we individually visited the falls, and there was no tour in Windhoek as I would have very much liked a city tour there due to lack of public transportation and easy access to taxis to see the city on our own. The wildlife safaris, river cruises, and the optional tours were good. Two nights in Swamp Post in Botswana was unnecessary as we did the same river cruise several times and saw the same wildlife. There were long bus drives between places and sometimes on bumpy roads and I expected this but if one has motion sickness, this should be noted. One of the major disappointments was the accommodations in Swamp Post in Botswana and Desert Camp in Sossusvlei. When I booked this tour, I clearly mentioned that I did not want to stay in tent accommodations A canvas tent accommodation is not similar to a hotel-like accommodations! In Sossusvlei in Namibia, the Desert Camp accommodations were hotel-like accommodations and were fine but for breakfast and dinner, we had to be driven to another lodge 15 minutes away and this made it very inconvenient. If the accommodations were all in hotels as promised in the itinerary, trip notes, and in the email and phone correspondences, the meals were served in the same place as the accommodations, and if there was a short city tour in Windhoek, this tour would have been excellent.

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post Tour Accommodation Windhoek

Double

€65per passenger

Twin

€65per passenger

Single

€95per passenger

Pre Tour Accommodation - Victoria Falls

Double

€115per passenger

Twin

€115per passenger

Single

€165per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Cresta Sprayview Hotel
Victoria Falls

Located just 1.4km from Victoria Falls, you're able to see the spray from the hotel when the falls are in full flood. Rooms are comfortable, boasting queen-sized beds, ensuite bathrooms, a safe and climate control. Wi-Fi is available in all areas of the hotel, including outside on the sun terrace. There's a buffet breakfast at the onsite restaurant, and you can also enjoy meals outside by the pool, and enjoy a drink at either of the two bars.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe National Park

Situated on the banks of the Chobe River in Kasane, Chobe Safari Lodge is is ideally located for exploring Chobe National Park. Rooms are spacious, with excellent facilities and private balconies. The restaurant serves a tasty selection of African and international cuisine, while the bar is a perfect place to relax with a cocktail in hand as the sun sets. The hotel also has an attractive sundeck and swimming pool overlooking the river. Keep a look out for warthogs scurrying around the grounds!

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
Mid Range Lodge
Swamp Stop Okavango River Camp
Okavango Delta

Located on the banks of the Okavango River, the Swamp Stop River Camp features 12 simply furnished, en-suite rooms, complete with air conditioning, a fridge and a verandah. The property has a fully licensed bar and two small swimming pools for a refreshing dip after a day of sightseeing. There's also raised bird viewing deck where guests can glimpse abundant birdlife and may even spot the odd elephant or crocodile. Free Wi-F is available in communal areas.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Standard Lodge
Hakusembe River Lodge
Zambezi Region (Caprivi Strip)

Comprising several individual bungalows, the Hakusembe River Lodge is a delightful property that sits on the banks of the river which marks the border between Namibia and Angola. Each of the rooms fuses contemporary design with traditional African decor, providing a stylish and comfortable living space for guests. The lodge has an outdoor pool, nestled within its lush gardens, a gift shop and a restaurant. When not busy on safari, guests can indulge in a stroll through the surrounding jungle or a spot of fishing.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
Mid Range Lodge
Etosha Village
Etosha National Park

Located on the outskirts of Etosha National Park, Etosha Village makes the perfect base for exploring Namibia's wild side. 55 individual chalets each feature air conditioning, ensuite bathrooms, and an outdoor patio and seating area where guests can listen to the sounds of the bush in the evening. There are 3 separate restaurants, a bar with large-screen TV, outdoor fireplace, onsite shop, and 2 swimming pools (one for children). The entire site is surrounded by lush mopane forest and guided walks and game drives into the nearby reserve can be arranged.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
Mid Range Lodge
Ugab Terrace Lodge
Damaraland

Perched on a hill-top overlooking the stunning scenery of Damaraland, Ugab Terrace Lodge boasts 16 private chalets, sleeping two people each. All chalets feature twin beds, a shower, a toilet, and a balcony for making the most of the view. Ceilings are made from traditional wood for an authentic look, and ceiling fans keep the occupant cool during the day. There's also a splash pool, communal lounge, and onsite restaurant. The lodge is also home to the 15th longest zipline in the world, for those who want to get the adrenaline pumping during their stay!

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
Mid Range Lodge
The Delight
Swakopmund

Less than a 10-minute walk from the beach, The Delight is a bright and modern property in the heart of Swakopmund. Rooms are modern, spacious, air-conditioned, and include flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, and ensuite bathrooms. Some rooms also include balconies. There's an onsite restaurant serving a delicious daily breakfast, bar and Wi-Fi is available for a nominal fee.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Desert Quiver Camp
Sesriem

Located just 5km from the gate of Sossusvlei, the uniquely designed chalets of Desert Quiver Camp are an excellent place to base yourself. Each chalet has a beautiful sloping roof, designed to blend in with the local area. And inside, the comfortable air-conditioned chalets house twin beds, ensuite bathrooms, a safe, and storage. Each self-catered unit also has its own patio with BBQ facilities and a kitchenette. The two communal bomas are a great place to enjoy a meal with the group, and there's also a well-stocked bar with a TV and a swimming pool. Fresh ingredients for cooking can be ordered daily, or if you book in advance then the nearby Sossusvlei Lodge will cook for you!

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
Mid Range Lodge
Arebbusch Travel Lodge
Windhoek

Located 5 km from central Windhoek, Arebbusch Travel Lodge is an ideal place to explore the fascinating nature, wildlife and sunsets. All en-suite guest rooms are fitted with air-conditioners, fridges & DSTV and have a view of the beautiful garden offering a peaceful and calming atmosphere. This incredible gateway to many wonders of Namibia has a restaurant on site that serves traditional African cuisine that can be enjoyed on the terrace overlooking the pond with fountain. Or enjoy a drink by the pool to unwind after a busy day.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

All departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 persons. This safari has a maximum group size of 16. The 'Twin/Double' price is per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. The 'Single' price is applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room.

2025
Twin/Double
Single
4 Jan - 17 Jan
€3,825
€4,725
1 Mar - 14 Mar
€3,825
€4,725
26 Apr - 9 May
€3,825
€4,725
3 May - 16 May
€3,825
€4,725
14 Jun - 27 Jun
€3,825
€4,725
21 Jun - 4 Jul
€3,765
€4,595
19 Jul - 1 Aug
€4,085
€4,975
16 Aug - 29 Aug
€4,085
€4,975

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