8 Day Delta and Victoria Falls Safari Namibia
The 8 day Delta & Falls Safari is the perfect way to travel
from Windhoek to visit two of the world’s natural wonders,
the Okavango Delta in Botswana and the mighty Victoria Falls in
Livingstone, Zambia. This trip stands alone, but it is also designed
to be completed in combination with most of our other scheduled
itineraries. You will spend two nights beside a pristine lagoon
in the Delta and then travel back into Namibia to traverse, over
two nights the little visited Caprivi Region. Back into Botswana
to Kasane for a boat cruise into the Chobe National Park and then
on to Livingstone and “The Smoke That Thunders”, the
awesome Victoria Falls.
It is also possible to remain with your guide for the 2 day return
to Windhoek at the end of the trip, making the itinerary 10 days
in total. (R 1 000. per person additional cost for the return).
The price is virtually fully inclusive of everything you will
need whilst travelling with us. Collection time is between 07:30
& 08:00 from anywhere within the Windhoek city limits.
Prices in South African Rand
Price per person:R 7,700
Price per person as of 1st April 2009:R 9,200 - no single supplement
Minimum of two people
Maximum group size is 14 travellers
Transport for up to 8 people will be in a minibus or a Land Cruiser.
For more than 8 a specially converted safari truck will be used.
Itinerary is assisted comfortable camping with participation limited
to only helping with the tents.
Guaranteed departures on selected Fridays of the year, with
a minimum of two people.
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Safaris include:
All transport
3 Meals a day (unless differently specified)
Tap drinking water
Tea & coffee in camp
All camping equipment
Park entrance fees
Camping fees
Professional guide
Camp Assistant
Pick up & drop off from accommodation in Windhoek
Safaris exclude:
Sleeping bag (can be hired)
Visas
Alcoholic beverages
Soft drinks
Personal travel insurance
Useful to bring with you:Towel, torch, water bottle, hat.
Guide Itinerary
Safari Tour Details
Day 1 Driving time: approx. 7.5 hrs. (600 km).
Overnight: Camping/Communal ablutions. Lunch and Dinner.
A long drive today, making use of the Trans Kalahari Highway, a
relatively new road that provides an invaluable communication link
between Namibia, Botswana and South Africa. The road takes us first
to the small town of Gobabis, one of the main livestock farming
centres of Namibia, and then on to the border with Botswana.
After completing the immigration formalities we continue, through
rural Botswana to the town of Ghanzi, located in the centre of cattle
farming Botswana. Ghanzi is located almost in the middle of the
Kalahari Desert and was almost unknown before the Trans Kalahari
Highway.
Day 2 Driving time approx. 6hrs. (450 km).
Overnight: CampCamping/Communal ablutions Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
An early start and a quick stop in Ghanzi to collect any last minute
supplies before continuing west, traversing the linear dunes of
the Kalahari and passing through small towns along the way.
A change in vegetation heralds our arrival on the very western edge
of one of the natural wonders of the world, the Okavango Delta.
Here we turn north for some way before again pointing our wheels
west as we enter the Delta proper. We see our first glimpse of the
crystal waters through the lush vegetation and we make our camp
on the banks of a pristine African lagoon.
Day 3 Overnight: Guma Camp.Camping/Communal ablutions Breakfast,
Lunch and Dinner.
We are in the territory of the River People, so this morning we
leave our vehicle behind and travel in a more appropriate fashion,
first by motor-boat and then by traditional mokoro (dugout canoe),
deep into the Delta.
Mokoro's will be our main form of transport for the next two days.
These amazing traditional craft are perfectly designed for the narrow
waterways of the Okavango and allow us to travel further into the
Delta than if we were using more modern forms of transport. Mokoros
carry three people, two seated passengers and one driver. The driver
stands in the rear of the canoe, (a real feat of balance), and uses
a long wooden pole to propel and steer the mokoro through the twisting
channels. It really is the only way to travel.
Back to camp in the late afternoon for another night by the Okavango
waters.
Day 4 Driving time approx. 4 hrs. (350 km).
Overnight: Camping/Communal ablutionsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Back on the road today, destination Namibia. Passport formalities
completed we go directly into the Mahango Game Reserve, a small
but excellent park right on the edge of the Okavango River. We game
drive our way through Mahango and have the chance to spot rarely
seen Namibian species such as roan the majestic sable antelope.
Our camp for tonight is just outside the Game Reserve, and we are
again beside the Okavango, but this time the main river, on its
journey from the Angolan highlands, through the pan handle to waters
end, the delta.
Day 5 Driving time approx. 3 hrs. (200km).
Overnight: Camping/Communal ablutions Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
The Caprivi Strip is a long narrow stretch of territory running
along the Botswana's northern border. It is a landscape of broadleaf
forest with many small communities dotted along our route. The locals
in this area are the Kavango people and we make a cultural visit
to a local community. The people here have taken the initiative
to establish a traditional "kraal" which will be opened
for us and we will give a guided tour.
We have the chance to gain a significant insight into the local
customs and culture, including demonstrations of traditional medicine
and superstition.
From here it is only a short drive to our camp for the night, also
operated as a community project, located on the banks of the Kwando
River in a beautifull setting. There is a craft market nearby where
you can shop for truly Namibian souvenirs.
Day 6 Driving time approx. 4hrs. (300km).
Overnight: Camping/Communal ablutions Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
We finish our long transit of the Caprivi region this morning when
we arrive in Namibia's easternmost town, Katima Mulilo. A short
break here before crossing back across the border into Botswana.
The road takes us directly into the world famous Chobe National
Park. Chobe has the world's largest population of African Elephants
and the chances of seeing some big game are very good as we transit
through the park to the small town of Kasane. We make camp in the
grounds of a local lodge, right on the banks for the Chobe River.
Time to relax in the afternoon before joining a river boat cruise,
back into the park. From the boat we will have the chance to see
a huge amount of wild game, both on the river banks and in the waters
swirling around us.
Crocodiles and hippos abound in the forbidding Chobe River and on
the land side there is often a kaleidoscope of different antelope
and species such as elephant, buffalo and even the Big Cats come
to the river banks for their sundowner drink. The Chobe River provides
a very broad habitat for bird life and it is possible to see many
beautifull species of our feathered friends.
Day 7 Driving time approx. 2hrs. (100km).
Overnight: Camping/Communal ablutions Breakfast and Lunch.
Another border crossing today, we drive out of Kasane to Kazangula
ferry depot and complete our Botswanan exit formalities. We cross
the Chobe on the local ferry boat, enter Zambia and from here it
is a short drive to the town of Livingstone. Named after the famous
British missionary and explorer Dr. David Livingstone, the town
is a bustling African centre. We make our camp on the banks of the
Zambezi River and have time to explore the town and to visit the
might Victoria Falls.
The views of the waterfall from the Zambian bank are fantastic,
there are many small paths and lookout points to explore.
This afternoon your guide will help you organise the many optional
activities available in Livingstone. These include white water rafting,
bungi jumping, other excursions on the river and scenic flights
to mention but a few.
Dinner tonight will be in a local restaurant at the client's own
expense.
NB: All extra activities are subject to availability and are done
at the clients own risk and expense.
Day 8 Overnight: Breakfast.
After breakfast the safari is finished. Your guide will be able
to offer advice on other travel plans you have in this region. We
pack up our campsite.
For clients transferring back to Windhoek tomorrow this is a free
day for you to explore the area or to take part in optional activities.
Lunch and dinner are not included in the price of the trip. Your
guide will arrange a time to collect you for the return journey
in the morning.
Day 9 Driving time approx. 9 hrs. (700km).
Overnight: Communal ablutions/camping. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
An early start and a long drive. We are in transit only and will
not be stopping to take in the sights along the way. We will traverse
the Caprivi Strip and will spend the night near the small town of
Rundu in northern Namibia.
We camp in the grounds of a lodge on the banks for the Okavango
River, looking into Angola on the far river bank.
Dinner tonight will be in the restaurant at the lodge and is included
in the price.
Day 10 Driving time approx. 10hrs. (800km).
Overnight: Breakfast and Lunch.
Another early start and another long drive. We head south through
Kavango Province, down through the towns of Grootfontien, Otjiwarongo
and Okahandja before reaching our final destination, Windhoek.
There will be stops at some of the local woodcarving stalls as well
as the market at Okahandja before arriving in the city.
You will be dropped off at your accommodation.
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