The Delta & Falls Safari Trip is an 8 day camping tour from Windhoek to visit two of the world's natural wonders; the Okavango Delta in Botswana and the mighty Victoria Falls in Livingstone, Zambia. Although this trip stands alone, it is also designed to be completed in combination with other scheduled itineraries. Highlights include:

• Two nights beside a pristine lagoon in the Okavango Delta, and it's incredible sightings of large numbers of prey and predators.
• The flood plains and riverine forests of the Mahango Game Reserve.
• A boat cruise into the Chobe National Park with hippo and crocs for company.
• Livingstone and 'The Smoke That Thunders,' the awesome Victoria Falls

It is possible to remain with your guide for the 2 day return trip to Windhoek, making the itinerary 10 days in total. (On own account.)

Camping Safaris | Namibia

Day 1: Windhoek - Ghanzi

Travellers will be collected from their Windhoek accommodation between 07h30 and 08h00, and the long journey (500km) on the Trans Kalahari Highway begins. The drive is via the small farming centre of Gobabis and on to the border with Botswana. After completing the relevant cross-border documentation formalities, the tour continues through rural Botswana to the town of Ghanzi, a cattle farming area and on to the evenings campsite.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Ghanzi - Okavango Delta

An early start with a quick stop in Ghanzi for a quick re-supply before continuing west, traversing the linear dunes of the Kalahari and passing through small towns along the way. The change in vegetation heralds the arrival on the very western edge of the Okavango Delta. The tour heads north for a while, before traversing west on entering the Delta proper. The first glimpses of the crystal waters through the lush vegetation can now be admired and the group make camp on the banks of a pristine African lagoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Okavango Delta

As this is the territory of the river people, Mokoro's (dug-out canoe's) will be the 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 travel further into the Delta than with more modern forms of transport. They carry three people, two seated passengers and one driver, the poler. He 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 of the Delta.
The Okavango Delta provides a seasonal habitat to numerous different species of animal including elephant, buffalo, hippo, lechwe, tsessebe, blue wildebeest, giraffe, the Nile crocodile, lion, cheetah, leopard, brown and spotted hyenas, kudu, sable, zebra, warthog and chacma baboon. There are over 400 species of bird, including African Fish Eagle, crested crane and the sacred ibis. Return to camp for the late afternoon, to enjoy another spectacular night watching and listening to the sights and sounds of the Okavango waters.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Okavango Delta - Mahango Game Park

Along the Caprivi's southwestern boundary with Botswana, is the 25,000ha Mahango Game Reserve, today's destination, reached after completing the necessary passport requirements for entry back into Namibia. The tour game drives through this ecologically diverse area of grasslands, flood plains, riverine forests and reed and papyrus beds, which helps to sustain over 60 species of mammal including all the big cats, elephant, hippo, kudu, sable, roan antelope, lechwe, oribi and the shy situtunge. The camp for tonight is just outside the Game Reserve, beside the Okavango River.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Mahango - Kwando River

There is a 3hr drive along the Caprivi Strip, a long narrow stretch of territory running along the Namibia / Botswana border, through a landscape of broad leaf forest, with many small communities dotted along the route. At one of these settlements, the local Kavango people have established a traditional 'kraal' and it is to this initiative that the tour makes a cultural visit. This very interesting and informative part of the trip, assists in gaining 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 the camp for the night, also operated as a community project, located on the banks of the Kwando River. There is a craft market nearby where you can shop for truly Namibian souvenirs and curios.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Kwando River - Chobe River

The transit of the Caprivi region this morning is complete on arrival in Namibia's easternmost town, Katima Mulilo. There is a short break before crossing back across the border into Botswana, and driving directly into the world famous Chobe National Park, where the world's largest population of African elephants roam. The trip transits through the park to the small town of Kasane. This evening's campsite is in the grounds of a local lodge, right on the banks for the Chobe River.
There is 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, and this is excellent game viewing territory, so camera's and binoculars at the ready! Crocs and hippo are on both river banks and in the waters swirling around us, not forgetting elephant, buffalo and the big cats that come to the river banks for a drink and a snack. The Chobe River also provides a wide variety of bird life.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Chobe River - Livingstone

Another border crossing today, on the drive out of Kasane to the Kazangula ferry depot to complete the relevant Botswana exit formalities. Transit across the Chobe River is on a local ferry boat, entering Zambia and the short drive to the town of Livingstone, named after the famous British missionary and explorer Dr. David Livingstone. The evenings camp is made on the banks of the Zambezi River, with time to explore the town and to visit the might Victoria Falls. The views of the waterfall from the Zambian bank are simply fantastic, with many small paths and lookout points.
Dinner tonight will be in a local restaurant. (On own account.)
NB: All extra activities are subject to availability and are done at the clients own risk and expense.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 8: Livingstone

The Delta and Falls Tour comes to an end after breakfast. Your guide will be able to offer advice on travel plans. Clients transferring back to Windhoek have a free day 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 collection time for the return journey.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 & 10 - Optional transfer Back to Windhoek

An early start and a long drive, transit transportation only, taking in sights along the way. Traversing the Caprivi Strip, the transfer will spend the night near the small town of Rundu, camping in the grounds of a lodge on the banks for the Okavango River.

Another early start and long drive, heading south through Kavango Province, down through the towns of Grootfontein, Otjiwarongo and Okahandja before reaching Windhoek. There will be a stops at the local woodcarvers market at Okahandja before arriving in the city. Travellers will be dropped off at their accommodation in Windhoek. Approximate driving time for days 9 and 10 is around 20hrs. Approximate driving time 20 hours

Mode of transport

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

Number Of Participants

Maximum of fourteen

Included

All transport
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Tea & coffee in camp
All camping equipment
Park entrance & accommodation fees
Guide
Pick-up and drop-off at accommodation in Windhoek

Excluded

Beverages
Sleeping Bag (can be hired)
Tips
Travel Insurance

Other

Itinerary is assisted comfortable camping with participation limited to only helping with the tents

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.

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