14-Day Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe Self-Drive Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Windhoek

Welcome to Namibia! A member of our grounds team will meet and greet you at Windhoek Airport and transfer you to your first hotel in the city. Settle in, unwind after your journey, and enjoy your first evening in Windhoek, taking in the atmosphere of the capital.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City, Namibia)

Accommodation:

Hotel Heinitzburg

• Mid-range hotelin Windhoek (City, Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Okonjima

Today, you’ll be met at your hotel and escorted to collect your vehicle. You’ll receive a thorough introduction to your car, including guidance on setting up your tent and other essentials, before beginning your journey north. The drive from Windhoek to Okonjima takes approximately 2.5 hours.

You’ll spend your first night camping at Okonjima, a destination renowned for the AfriCat Foundation. To make your visit even more memorable, we’ve included a leopard-tracking activity, giving you a unique opportunity to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

Main Destination:

Okonjima Private Nature Reserve (Namibia)

Best Time To Go June or July to October (Dry conditions, best for wildlife)

High Season July to October (Can be crowded)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Okonjima Plains Camp

• Luxury lodge located inside Okonjima NR (Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Etosha National Park

Today, you’ll travel approximately 3h north to Onguma Private Nature Reserve, located on the edge of Etosha National Park. Wildlife roams freely both inside and outside the reserve. As Onguma is a private concession, you’ll experience less tourist traffic, though you’re welcome to explore the main park at your leisure.

You’ll spend two nights here. On your second evening, we’ve included a guided sundowner drive around Onguma Private Reserve, offering a perfect opportunity to enjoy the stunning scenery and spot wildlife as the sun sets.

Main Destination:

Onguma Private Game Reserve (Namibia)

Best Time To Go May to October (Dry conditions; perfect for wildlife viewing)

High Season July to November (Can get crowded)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Onguma Bush Camp

• Luxury lodge located inside Onguma GR (Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Zambezi Region

Today, you’ll journey north to the Zambezi region, a drive of approximately 6 hours. You’ll spend the night at the stunning Taranga Safari Lodge, where you can watch crocodiles and hippos drifting along the river.

This evening, we’ve included a sunset boat trip, offering the perfect chance to soak in the beauty of the river and its wildlife. You’ll be roof-top camping right beside the river, falling asleep to the sounds of the Zambezi.

Main Destination:

Zambezi Region (Namibia)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Animals easier to spot)

High Season July to October (Though the area never gets crowded)

Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Zambezi Region

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoAbundant

LionOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

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BuffaloOccasional

LeopardVery Rare

CheetahVery Rare

HyenaRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Taranga Safari Lodge

• Mid-range rest camp located inside Zambezi Region (Namibia)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Okavango Delta

This morning, you’ll travel east along the Caprivi Strip before crossing the border into Botswana. You’ll get a first taste of the Okavango Delta by exploring its stunning Panhandle.

You’ll spend the next two nights roof-top camping at the beautiful Guma Lagoon Camp. On your second day here, we’ve included a traditional mokoro boat trip, giving you an unforgettable experience gliding through the waterways of this unique ecosystem.

Main Destination:

Okavango Panhandle (Botswana)

Accommodation:

Guma Lagoon Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Okavango Panhandle (Botswana)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Zambezi Region

Today, you’ll make your way back up the Panhandle, re-entering Namibia. You’ll spend the next two nights continuing along the Caprivi to Ngepi Camp. This unique camp offers the exciting opportunity to swim safely in a cage alongside crocodiles and hippos - an experience not for the faint-hearted!

You’ll stay in their distinctive treehouse accommodation, adding a special touch of adventure to your time here.

Main Destination:

Zambezi Region (Namibia)

Accommodation:

Ngepi Camp

• Mid-range lodge inside Mahango GR (Zambezi Region, Namibia)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Nkasa Rupara

This morning, you’ll head further east to Nkasa Rupara National Park. You’ll spend the night roof-top camping at the park’s rest camp, immersing yourself in the wilderness.

We’ve included a night drive for you, offering a unique opportunity to spot the park’s nocturnal wildlife and experience Nkasa Rupara after dark.

Main Destination:

Nkasa Rupara National Park (Zambezi Region, Namibia)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry conditions and little rain)

High Season July to October (The park never gets crowded)

Best Weather May to August (Less hot during the day)

Wildlife in Nkasa Rupara NP

ElephantCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

ZebraOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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GiraffeRare

LionRare

LeopardVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Nkasa Lupala Tented Lodge

• Luxury lodge inside Nkasa Rupara NP (Zambezi Region, Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Kasane Forest Reserve

Today, you’ll continue east before crossing the border back into Botswana, entering the Kasane Forest Reserve, located between Hwange National Park and Chobe National Park. You’ll overnight in a rooftop tent at the incredible Senyati Safari Camp, which features a unique underground photography hide, perfect for getting up close and personal with the animals that frequent the waterhole.

Main Destination:

Kasane Forest Reserve (Botswana)

Accommodation:

Senyati Safari Camp

• Mid-range self catering accommodation located less than 1hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Victoria Falls

Today, you will drive north to Kasane, where you’ll drop off your car.

From there, a shared transfer will take you to Victoria Falls town, where you’ll stay at the wonderful Shongwe Lookout for the next two nights. On your second day, enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Victoria Falls, followed by a relaxing sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located At

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Victoria Falls Airport

It’s your last day in Zimbabwe! A shared transfer will collect you from Shongwe Lookout. Say your goodbyes and get ready for your international flight home. Until next time…!

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.