The Caprivi Tour is a 6 day accommodated tour which starts in Windhoek, heads north through the Kavango and Caprivi regions of Namibia, and ends up in either Livingston, Kasane or Victoria Falls. This trip really does have best the Caprivi has to offer - including an adventurous boat trip on the Kavango Rivers, and exciting game drives to the Mahangu, Mudumu and Caprivi Game Parks.

Heading north to the small town of Okahandja, (the place where two rivers flow into each other to form one wide one, in Otjiherero) there is the opportunity to visit the graves of their great chiefs and the woodcarvers market. The journey continues to the large town of Otjiwarongo, 'a place the grazing is good and the cattle grow fat' is one translation in Herero before a visit to The Hoba Meteorite, which has never been moved, because of it's large mass, estimated to weigh around 60 tons.

Once the tour hits the town of Rundu, your well into the Kavango region and mainly riverine dwelling people. Their livelihood is based on fishing, livestock-keeping and cropping (mainly perlmillet/mahangu) so extra income derived from tourism is most welcome. This is the 'water-rich' part of the country, and the complex of rivers and inland water channels, makes this a fertile wilderness of riverside forests, flood plains, swamps and open woodland.

The order of activities on this tour might change depending on the season and to allow optimal game & wildlife viewing.

The final leg is to the Chobe River, twisting and turning it's way through swamps of wide reed and papyrus beds, forming hidden lagoons, which sometimes fill with water lilies. It's sounds peaceful and idyllic, which it is, but don't forget about the large herds of elephant and buffalo, as well as hippo and crocs, as you cruise down the river!

Day 1: Windhoek - Khorab Safari Lodge

Travellers will be collected from their accommodation in Windhoek at approximately 08h00 and head north via Okahandja, the home of the Herero people. After visiting the local woodcarvers market, the journey continues north to Otjiwarongo for a lunch stop, (optional and on own account) before setting off to the overnight stay near Otavi, arriving at the lodge during mid afternoon. Khorab Lodge is a great spot to soak up the sun by the swimming pool.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Khorab Safari Lodge

Day 2: Khorab Safari Lodge - Kavango River

The first stop of the day is at the Hoba Meteorite, then through the veterinary (foot and mouth disease) control point before heading towards the Kavango region, and its capital town Rundu. The overnight stay is in Mahangu Safari Lodge, (situated 10kms south of the Popa Falls) built amongst Jackalberry trees and wild date palms. Before the sun sets, it's time to participate in something special, a sunset cruise on the Kavango River! Dinner will be awaiting on your return.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Mahangu Safari Lodge

Day 3: Kavango River - Kwando River

After an early breakfast, it's time for a game drive along the floodplain's of the Mahango Game Park and a visit to the Popa Falls (more rapids than falls) on the Kavango River. The tour then drives east through the Caprivi Game Reserve. A lunch pack is enjoyed enroute to the Mudumu National Park. Arrival time at Namushasha Lodge, (set on the banks of an oxbow lake on the Kwando river) is in the afternoon, just in time for a sunset river cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Namushasha Lodge

Day 4: Kwando River

A full day at the lodge! Time to join a cultural tour at the Living Museum of the Mafwe people, who inhabit the area. Return for lunch, followed by an afternoon lazing around on a river cruise on the Kwando River. The area is well known for its variety of bird life, so don't forget the binoculars and camera.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Namushasha Lodge

Day 5: Kwando River - Chobe River

After breakfast, depart for Katima Mulilo the major centre for the Caprivian artists and crafts people. Travel into Botswana and further to the Chobe – a River bordering the countries Botswana and Namibia. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe where you may view large elephant and buffalo herds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Zovu Elephant Lodge

Day 6: Kasane, Livingston or victoria Falls

Sadly the tour ends after breakfast, with everyone going their various ways on to the further destinations of Livingstone, (on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls), the town of Victoria Falls, (inside Zimbabwe) or at Kasane (in Botswana)
Meals: Breakfast

Mode of transport

Air-conditioned vehicle

Number Of Participants

Maximum of ten

Included

German & English guided, unless otherwise indicated. Enquire about other languages. The guide is also the driver.
Accommodation and meals as listed on the itinerary
Park entrance fees
Pick-up and drop off at any central Windhoek Hotel or Guest House included.
Bottled water on board
Passenger liability insurance

Excluded

Beverages
Items of a personal nature
Tips
Travel Insurance
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Any optional activities
Visas

Route & Accommodation

The itinerary above is a guideline only and whilst we try to adhere to it there may be circumstances when it may change - for example weather and/or road conditions, seasonal daylight hours etc. Overnight stops on occasion may be altered from those indicated.