16-Day The Ultimate Trans-Kalahari Grand Safari

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

Welcome to Namibia | Arrive in Windhoek

Upon arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional guide and transferred to your hotel in Namibia's vibrant capital.
This afternoon, enjoy a guided city tour visiting some of Windhoek's most iconic landmarks, including Christ Church, Parliament Gardens, the Independence Museum, and the bustling Craft Market where you can browse authentic Namibian arts and crafts.
Spend the evening relaxing as you prepare for the adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Windhoek (City, Namibia)

Accommodation:

Windhoek Country Club Resort

• Luxury hotel in Windhoek (City, Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Windhoek to the Namib Desert

After breakfast, depart Windhoek and travel through the magnificent Khomas Highlands into the heart of the world's oldest desert.
Marvel at dramatic mountain passes, vast open plains, and spectacular desert scenery before arriving at Desert Quiver Camp. Relax as the setting sun transforms the surrounding dunes into brilliant shades of orange and crimson.

Main Destination:

Namib Desert (Namibia)

Accommodation:

Desert Quiver Camp

• Mid-range self catering accommodationnear Sesriem (Town, Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Sossusvlei, Deadvlei & Sesriem Canyon

Rise before dawn for one of Africa's most iconic experiences.
Explore the towering dunes of Sossusvlei, including the famous Dune 45 and Big Daddy, before visiting the haunting white clay pan of Deadvlei, where centuries-old camel thorn trees stand frozen in time.
Later, visit the impressive Sesriem Canyon before returning to camp.

Main Destination:

Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes, Namibia)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Less hot)

High Season July to November (Busy; high-season rates apply)

Best Weather May to September (Cooler during the day)

Wildlife in Namib-Naukluft NP

LeopardRare

CheetahVery Rare

ZebraRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

LionNone

BuffaloNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Desert Quiver Camp

• Mid-range self catering accommodationless than 1hr drive from Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes, Namibia)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Namib Desert to Swakopmund

Journey through ever-changing desert landscapes via Solitaire, Kuiseb Canyon, and Gaub Pass before reaching Walvis Bay Lagoon, home to flamingos and pelicans.
Continue to the charming coastal town of Swakopmund, where German colonial architecture meets the Atlantic Ocean.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City, Namibia)

Accommodation:

Hansa Hotel

• Luxury hotel in Swakopmund (City, Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Swakopmund at Leisure

Enjoy a full day in Namibia's adventure capital.

Choose from numerous optional excursions including:
Sandwich Harbour 4×4 Adventure
Dolphin & Seal Cruise
Living Desert Tour
Quad Biking
Sandboarding
Scenic Flights
Skydiving
Or simply stroll along the beachfront and enjoy the cafés and boutiques.

Main Destination:

Swakopmund (City, Namibia)

Accommodation:

Hansa Hotel

• Luxury hotel in Swakopmund (City, Namibia)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Swakopmund to Damaraland

Travel north along the Skeleton Coast before turning inland into the rugged landscapes of Damaraland. The Skeleton Coast offers a true sense of isolation and adventure. Whether exploring by luxury fly-in safari, scenic flight, or guided 4x4 expedition, travellers are rewarded with breathtaking scenery, untouched wilderness, and an unforgettable glimpse into one of Africa's last great wild frontiers. An optional stop can be made at Cape Cross Seal Reserve before continuing to the spectacular Twyfelfontein region.

Main Destination:

Damaraland (Namibia)

Best Time To Visit May to October (Animals are easier to see)

High Season July to November (Some places can get quite busy)

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

Wildlife in Damaraland

ElephantOccasional

GiraffeOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LionRare

LeopardVery Rare

ZebraRare

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CheetahVery Rare

HyenaVery Rare

White RhinoNone

BuffaloNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Twyfelfontein Country Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Damaraland (Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore Damaraland

Spend the day discovering one of Namibia's most fascinating wilderness regions.
Search for the famous desert-adapted elephants, visit traditional Damara communities, and admire ancient geological formations, dramatic granite mountains, and remarkable landscapes found nowhere else in Africa.

Main Destination:

Damaraland (Namibia)

Accommodation:

Twyfelfontein Country Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Damaraland (Namibia)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Damaraland to Etosha National Park

Travel through Outjo before entering the world-renowned Etosha National Park.
Etosha National Park is Namibia's premier wildlife destination and one of Africa's finest safari parks, offering exceptional game viewing across vast open plains, shimmering salt pans, and natural waterholes. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, the park is centred around the immense Etosha Pan—a striking white salt flat so large it can be seen from space and one of Namibia's most iconic landscapes.

Main Destination:

Etosha National Park (Namibia)

Best Time To Visit May to October (Animals come to water)

High Season July to November (The park gets crowded)

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

Wildlife in Etosha NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

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HyenaOccasional

White RhinoVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

CheetahVery Rare

BuffaloNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Okaukuejo Resort

• Mid-range chalet located inside Etosha NP (Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Across Etosha National Park

Spend the day traversing Etosha from west to east while visiting its famous waterholes, renowned for exceptional wildlife viewing.
Sightings often include elephant, lion, black rhino, leopard, giraffe, zebra, springbok, and a remarkable variety of birdlife. The park is home to an extraordinary diversity of wildlife, including four of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, and black rhinoceros—as well as cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, blue wildebeest, springbok, oryx, kudu, eland, and hundreds of bird species. During the dry season, animals gather around Etosha's permanent waterholes, creating some of Africa's most rewarding and easily accessible wildlife viewing opportunities.

Main Destination:

Etosha National Park (Namibia)

Accommodation:

Namutoni Resort

• Mid-range lodge located inside Etosha NP (Namibia)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Etosha to the Okavango River

Depart Etosha and journey northeast into Namibia's lush Kavango Region.
Arrive on the banks of the beautiful Okavango River, where you may choose to enjoy an optional sunset boat cruise, offering excellent opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.

Main Destination:

Okavango River (Namibia)

Accommodation:

Mahangu Safari Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Mahangu & Bwabwata National Park

Enjoy a relaxing day along the Okavango River.
Optional activities include:
Boat Cruises
Bird Watching
Cultural Village Visits
Full-Day Safari into Bwabwata National Park
This remarkable reserve is home to elephants, buffalo, antelope, predators, and over 400 bird species.

Main Destination:

Bwabwata National Park (Zambezi Region, Namibia)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Animals are easier to see)

High Season July to October (It never gets crowded)

Best Weather May to August (Less hot)

Wildlife in Bwabwata NP

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

GiraffeOccasional

LionOccasional

ZebraOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

Show more

BuffaloOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahVery Rare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Mahangu Safari Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Into Botswana | Chobe National Park

Cross into Botswana via the Ngoma Border and continue to Kasane.
This afternoon, enjoy a memorable Chobe River Sunset Cruise, famous for close encounters with enormous elephant herds, hippos, crocodiles, and spectacular birdlife. You will definitely enjoy the scene.

Main Destination:

Chobe National Park (Botswana)

Best Time To Visit April to October (Best at the riverfront area)

High Season July to October (The park gets crowded)

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

Wildlife in Chobe NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chobe National Park Safari

Begin the day with an exciting morning game drive through Chobe National Park, home to one of Africa's largest elephant populations.
Spend the afternoon relaxing or join an optional photographic safari. Accommodation is at Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa.

Main Destination:

Chobe National Park (Botswana)

Accommodation:

Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chobe to Victoria Falls

After breakfast, cross into Zimbabwe and arrive in the legendary town of Victoria Falls.
Explore the rainforest trails and panoramic viewpoints overlooking one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World before browsing the colourful local craft markets.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Shearwater Explorers Village

• Budget lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Victoria Falls at Leisure

Enjoy a full day at leisure to experience the many adventures Victoria Falls has to offer.
Optional activities include:
Scenic Helicopter Flight
Zambezi River Sunset Cruise
White-water Rafting
Devil's Pool (seasonal)
Boma Dinner & Drum Show
Walking Safari
Canopy Tour.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

Shearwater Explorers Village

• Budget lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Farewell Southern Africa

After breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport for your onward flight.
Your extraordinary Trans-Kalahari adventure comes to an end, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Southern Africa's most iconic landscapes, wildlife, and cultures.

Main Destination:

Victoria Falls Airport (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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