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12 day Dunes & Delta 4x4 Adventure, Namibia to Zambia
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This safari is designed for the adventure traveler, one who enjoys pitching in to help, conversing with nature and does not mind the discomfort of bush camping without shower and toilet facilities.
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Day 1: Sesriem, Namibia
Departure from Chameleon Guesthouse and Backpackers at 8:30am. Driving through the rugged Khomas Hochland mountain range you then descend to the desert floor via the Gamsberg Pass, an imposing flat topped mountain and one of the highest points in Namibia, which provides a dramatic back drop for our roadside lunch.
After a short stop at Solitaire, you arrive at camp mid afternoon and set up your tents underneath the ancient camel thorn trees then enjoy a late afternoon walk across the desert to Elim’s Dune on the edge of the famous sand dune sea with views across to the nearby mountains. You return to camp just after sunset to enjoy dinner prepared by the Guide with assistance from the Apprentice Guide. You spend the night camping. Lunch and dinner.
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Day 2: Sesriem
Pre dawn departure from camp to drive the 65 kilometres (40 miles) to Sossusvlei where you watch the sunrise from this spectacular and unique area (dependent on opening time of inner park gate). You head up a dune close to Sossusvlei then walk to Dead Vlei with its large expanse of bleached cracked clay and skeletal camel thorn trees scattered around, contrasting with a backdrop of huge orange-red dunes that make for superb photographic opportunities.
You enjoy a mid morning brunch after exploring this dramatic and desolate landscape before returning to camp for a swim and this afternoon explore nearby Sesriem Canyon on foot. Enjoy another spectacular sunset surrounded by this colourful desert and sleep under the bright stars of the southern hemisphere. Overnight camping and dinner prepared by your Guide with the assistance of the Apprentice Guide. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
Day 3: Dunedin Star Guesthouse, Swakopmund
Early morning departure from camp stopping at the one horse town of Solitaire before continuing through the desert with its endless views across the pastel-coloured gravel plains to the port town of Walvis Bay. The tour visits the lagoon, which is a protected RAMSAR wetland site, where you may see the many species of birds including Greater and Lesser Flamingos, pelicans, avocets, plovers, the endemic Damara Tern as well as a visit to the nearby salt farm.
The tour continues onto the quaint town of Swakopmund, full of historic buildings and where your guide will assist those wishing to book optional adventure activities such as sand boarding, quad biking, scenic flights, parachuting, dolphin cruises to name but a few, which you will have enough time to do.
Overnight in comfortable twin / double rooms with en-suite bathroom close to the town centre. Laundry facilities are available here. The evening’s meal is at client’s own expense. Breakfast and lunch. |
Day 4: WindhoekAfter breakfast you have the morning at leisure to enjoy optional activities such as sand boarding or just explore the town and enjoy a coffee and cake in one of the many cafes. After lunch at the seaside your vehicle will return to Windhoek via the Okahandja craft market. Overnight accommodation on a twin share basis at Chameleon Guesthouse, evening meal at own expense. Breakfast and Lunch. |
Day 5: Etosha National ParkYou depart from from Chameleon Guesthouse, Windhoek 8h00am. You will stop briefly at Otjiwarongo for fresh supplies and have lunch at the entrance to the park. You then game drive to camp and if time permits game drive for 2 hours before sunset.
Overnight camping. Dinner will be prepared by the guide with group assistance and evening is spent around the campfire or at the floodlit waterhole by the camp, which is often frequented by the endangered black rhino. Lunch and Dinner. |
Day 6: Onguna CampEarly morning and late afternoon game drives seeking the many species of animals found in this huge park including Elephant, Lion, Leopard, the endangered Cheetah, Black and White Rhino, Giraffe as well as many species of antelope and over 340 species of bird, a wildlife enthusiasts dream.
You spend the hottest part of the day at camp either by the waterhole or the swimming pool before heading to Etosha Pan, one of the translations meaning “Great, White Place” to marvel at the shimmering mirages and distant horizons. Overnight camping. Dinner prepared by guide and camp assistant and evening spent around the campfire. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. |
Day 7: BushmanlandAfter breakfast you travel via Lake Otjikoto to Tsumeb for fresh supplies. A short lunch is taken at Hoba Meteorite – the largest meteorite in the world then you continue through to Grootfontein to refuel before entering the Kalahari.
You arrive at our camp mid afternoon and walk with a San tracker to collect bush foods and learn how the traditional Bushmen collect and gather food – generally a fascinating experience for westerners where you are able to ask questions of how they survive in today’s modern world. This evening you join the local community around the campfire for singing and dancing. Overnight camping. Dinner prepared by guide and camp assistant. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. |
Day 8: Guma Lagoon CampVery early start to travel via Tsumkwe and into the Kalahari Desert Botswana. Your sandy track takes you through the heart of the Kalahari to the edge of the Okavango Delta. The last 13 kms are 4x4 only and some pushing maybe required, but the jewel of the Kalahari awaits you at the end of the day. Overnight camping and evening meal prepared by the guide with group assistance. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. |
Day 9: Okavango DeltaYou will take only what you need (you can only take 1 small day pack) and depart early morning, initially in a motor boat and then in a mokoro (dug out canoe) - relax while your polers push you through this beautiful and unique area. You will also have the opportunity to game walk and you bush camp on an island tonight with no facilities. Overnight bush camping and evening meal prepared by the guide with group assistance Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. |
Day 10: Guma Lagoon CampEnjoy more game walks and mokoro trails and you return to the luxury of your camp late afternoon for hot showers and toilets. Overnight camping and evening meal prepared by the guide with group assistance. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. |
Day 11: Susuwe National ParkEarly start to cross the border back into Namibia and onto Mahango Game Reserve. This little jewel of a game reserve is home to many unusual species such as Roan and Sable antelope, Buffalo, large herds of Elephant, Hippo and many aquatic birds not found in the southern part of Namibia.
You leave the park and have lunch overlooking the Popa Falls before continuing through the Caprivi Strip to Susuwe National Park. This is a wild park where you camp without fences and spend an exhilarating night listening to the night sounds of the animals. Overnight camping and evening meal prepared by the guide with group assistance. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. |
Day 12: Livingstone, ZambiaEnjoy a leisurely breakfast and short game drive before heading through to Katima Mulilo. This busy and bustling town is the last frontier of Namibia and you glimpse your first sight of the mighty Zambezi River. You will cross the border into Zambia and have lunch on the banks of the Zambezi. You arrive at Livingstone mid afternoon and you drop you at your accommodation. Breakfast and Lunch.
This should be pre-booked to enable you to obtain a visa waiver from your accommodation establishment to avoid paying the Zambian visa fee. |
Please Note:Please ensure that you have the necessary entry visas for Namibia, Botswana and Zambia |
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Victoria Falls
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Experience the majesty and beauty of the famous Victoria Falls, one of the seven wonders of the world.
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Lions of Etosha National Park
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Etosha National Park has a network of waterholes from which all animals get their necessary sustenance. Lions in this park often use these waterholes as a trap to ambush their prey at.
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