18-Days---Namibia-&-Botswana
18-Days---Namibia-&-Botswana

18 DAYS – NAMIBIA & BOTSWANA (SILVER or GOLD)

This 18-day safari follows Southern Africa’s waterways, from the Okavango and Kwando Rivers in Namibia’s Zambezi Region to Botswana’s Chobe River and the Zambezi at Victoria Falls. Explore the Makgadikgadi and Nxai Pans as well as the Moremi Game Reserve. Expect diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife and sunsets along the rivers and floodplains.
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Okavango Rivertranquil waters and lush riverbanks
Kwando Riverhidden channels and diverse birdlife
Chobe Riverwildlife haven on the water’s edge
Victoria Fallsthe smoke that thunders 
Makgadigadi Salt Pansvast salt plains under endless skies
Moremi Game Reserveuntamed beauty in the heart of the delta

 

18 DAY – NAMIBIA & BOTSWANA SELF-DRIVE TOUR Tour Map

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Itineraries

Day 1

Arrival in Windhoek

Welcome to Namibia! Upon arrival, your guide meets you at the airport and transfers you to Windhoek. After time to settle in, enjoy a short city tour and gain a first impression of Namibia’s capital, its history and everyday life. The day ends with dinner and a relaxed start to your safari.

Day 2

Central Highlands

(Silver) After breakfast, we travel north to the private Otjiwa Game Reserve near Otjiwarongo. Home to a variety of wildlife, including rhino, giraffe, zebra and several antelope species, the reserve offers an excellent introduction to Namibia’s wildlife. In the afternoon, we enjoy a guided game drive before relaxing at the lodge.

(Gold) Today we travel north to Okonjima Nature Reserve, home of the renowned AfriCat Foundation. Set within the Omboroko Mountains, the reserve is known for its leopard conservation programme and excellent wildlife viewing. After lunch, we join a guided game drive in search of leopards and learn more about the important conservation work carried out in this remarkable area.

Day 3

Grootfontein Region

Continuing north through Namibia’s farming heartland, we travel towards Grootfontein and our lodge within a private nature reserve. Surrounded by ancient dunes and unspoilt bushveld, this peaceful setting offers a chance to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of the Namibian countryside before continuing our safari.

Day 4

Kavongo Region

Today we travel into the Kavango Region, passing traditional villages and gaining an insight into local life in northern Namibia. Our lodge is situated on the banks of the Okavango River, close to Mahango National Park. In the afternoon, we enjoy a game drive in search of elephant, buffalo, antelope and a variety of birdlife in this beautiful riverine landscape.

Day 5

Eastern Zambezi Region

Travelling through Bwabwata National Park, we make our way towards the Kwando River in Namibia’s Zambezi Region. Our lodge overlooks the floodplains and offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing. Depending on the programme, we enjoy an afternoon boat cruise or game drive, with good chances of seeing elephant, buffalo, antelope and a variety of birdlife.

Day 6

Bwabwata National Park

Today we explore Bwabwata National Park and the wildlife-rich area along the Kwando River. During a game drive, we visit the scenic Horseshoe Lagoon, a favourite spot for elephant, buffalo, antelope and a wide variety of birdlife. Back at the lodge, there is time to relax or take part in one of the activities on offer, such as a boat cruise, nature walk or village visit.

Day 7

Chobe River

Today we cross into Botswana and travel via Katima Mulilo to Kasane, gateway to the famous Chobe National Park. After arriving at our lodge on the Chobe River, we enjoy our first activity in this wildlife-rich region. Whether by boat or from the riverbank, there are excellent opportunities to spot elephants, hippos, crocodiles and a variety of birdlife. The Chobe River offers a wonderful introduction to one of Southern Africa’s premier safari destinations.

Day 8

Chobe National Park

(Silver) Today we explore Chobe National Park by both vehicle and boat. Famous for its large elephant population, the park is also home to buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, lions and a variety of antelope species. A game drive and river safari offer excellent wildlife viewing and different perspectives of this remarkable Botswana wilderness.

(Gold, Day 8+9) The next two days are dedicated to exploring Chobe National Park, one of Botswana’s premier safari destinations. Morning and afternoon activities include game drives and boat cruises on the Chobe River, offering excellent opportunities to see elephants, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife. Guests may also choose to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls on an optional day excursion.

Day 9

Victoria Falls

Explore the wildlife-rich landscapes of Chobe National Park by vehicle and boat. The park is famous for its large elephant population and is also home to buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, lions and a wide variety of birdlife. A safari on the Chobe River provides a unique perspective on one of Botswana’s premier wildlife destinations. Optional excursions to Victoria Falls are also possible.

Day 10

Nata & Makgadikgadi Region

Today we travel south to Nata, on the edge of the vast Makgadikgadi region. Known for its salt pans, open grasslands and seasonal birdlife, this area forms an important link between Chobe National Park and central Botswana. After arriving at the lodge, there is time to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Day 11

Makgadikgadi Region

Today we travel into the Makgadikgadi region, one of Botswana’s most unique landscapes. Our lodge is ideally located for exploring the surrounding grasslands and river systems, which are home to zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, antelope and a variety of predators. In the afternoon, we enjoy a game drive and our first introduction to this fascinating ecosystem.

Day 12

Nxai Pan National Park / Boteti River

(Silver) Today we explore Nxai Pan National Park, part of the greater Makgadikgadi ecosystem. Vast open plains, ancient baobab trees and seasonal wildlife migrations make this one of Botswana’s most distinctive landscapes. Depending on the season, we may encounter zebra, wildebeest, antelope and the region’s famous meerkats before returning to the lodge in the afternoon.

(Gold) Today is dedicated to exploring the wildlife-rich landscapes of the Boteti River region. Game drives offer opportunities to see elephant, zebra, wildebeest and a variety of antelope species. Depending on the lodge and season, additional activities such as guided walks, river excursions or night drives may also be available.

Day 13

Maun

(Silver) Today we travel to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. This afternoon, we experience the Delta from a different perspective on a mokoro excursion. Gliding quietly through the waterways with a local guide is a wonderful way to appreciate the beauty and tranquillity of this unique ecosystem.

(Gold) Today we reach Maun and board a light aircraft for a scenic flight into the Okavango Delta. Over the next days, we explore one of Africa’s most celebrated wilderness areas, where waterways, floodplains and woodlands support an extraordinary diversity of wildlife. Activities may include game drives and boat excursions in search of elephant, buffalo, antelope and predators.

Day 14

Khwai River & Moremi Game Reserve

(Silver) Today we travel to the Khwai River, on the northern boundary of Moremi Game Reserve. This wildlife-rich region forms part of the greater Okavango Delta ecosystem and is renowned for excellent game viewing. After settling into camp, we head out on our first game drive in search of elephant, buffalo, antelope and predators.

(Gold) Today we explore the renowned Moremi Game Reserve, one of Botswana’s premier safari destinations. A mix of floodplains, woodlands and open grasslands supports an abundance of wildlife, including elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and a variety of predators. Game drives offer excellent opportunities to experience this remarkable wilderness.

Day 15

Moremi Game Reserve & Okavango Delta

(Silver) Today we continue exploring the wildlife-rich landscapes of Moremi Game Reserve and the Okavango Delta ecosystem. Game drives take us through a variety of habitats, offering excellent opportunities to see elephant, buffalo, giraffe, antelope and predators. Every outing brings new sightings in one of Botswana’s premier safari destinations.

(Gold) This morning, a scenic flight takes us deeper into the Okavango Delta. Our camp is surrounded by waterways, islands and floodplains, providing the perfect base from which to explore this unique wilderness. Activities may include boat excursions, mokoro trips, guided walks and game drives, with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Day 16

Return to Maun / Okavango Delta

(Silver) After a final activity in the Delta region, we travel back to Maun. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax by the Thamalakane River or join an optional activity such as a mokoro excursion or cultural village visit.

(Gold) Today is dedicated to exploring the Okavango Delta, one of Africa’s most remarkable wetland ecosystems. Depending on conditions, activities may include boat excursions, mokoro trips, guided walks or game drives, offering excellent opportunities to experience the Delta’s unique landscapes and wildlife.

Day 17

Into the Kalahari

Today we travel back to Namibia via Ghanzi and the Mamuno-Buitepos border. As we leave Botswana behind, the landscapes gradually change to the red sands and open plains of the Kalahari. After arriving at our lodge, there is time to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings before dinner.

Day 18

Departure

After breakfast, we travel back to Windhoek with our guide. At the airport, we say farewell before checking in for our onward flight home, taking with us many wonderful memories of Namibia and Botswana.

Accommodation: (Subject to change)SilverGold
Windhoek (1 Night)Ti Melen GuesthouseThe Weinberg Hotel
Otjiwarongo Area (1 Night)Otjiwa Safari LodgeOkonjima Plains Camp
Grootfontein (1 Night)Wildacker GuestfarmWildacker Guestfarm
Divundu (1 Night)Shametu River LodgeDivava Okavango Lodge
Kwando River (2 Nights)Namushasha River LodgeNambwa Tented Lodge
Chobe River (3 Nights)Zovu Elephant LodgeChobe Water Villas
Nata (1 Night)Elephant SandsNata Lodge
Makgadikgadi (2 Nights)Leopard PlainsLeroo La Tau
Maun (1 Night)Thamalakane River LodgeFly-In Okuti Camp
Khwai River (2 Nights)Sango Safari CampFly-In Okuti Camp / Kanana Camp
Maun (1 Night)Thamalakane River LodgeFly-In Kanana Camp
Kalahari (1 Night)Kalahari Bush BreaksKalahari Bush Breaks
Visual Itinerary - Silver OptionVisual Itinerary - Gold Option

SilverGold
For 2 persons:
ZAR 243,600 per person sharing

For 2 persons:
ZAR 513,100 per person sharing

For 4 persons:
ZAR 192,500 per person sharing

For 4 persons:
ZAR 439,400 per person sharing

For 6 persons:
ZAR 176,100 per person sharing

For 6 persons:
ZAR 412'900 per person sharing

Single supplement:
ZAR 30,400

Single supplement:
ZAR 119,000

Prices quoted in South African Rand
Valid from November 2026 to October 2027
Prices quoted in South African Rand
Valid from November 2026 to October 2027

Full board

Accommodation and activities as described

Professional tour guide in 4x4 safari vehicle or VW Crafter/minibus

Park entrance fees and fuel

International flights

Visa fees for Namibia and Zimbabwe

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