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Windhoek to Victoria Falls Adventure

 

16 days Windhoek to Livingstone/ Victoria Falls

The Highlights

• Windhoek.
• Walking in the giant dunes of Sossusvlei and the Namib Desert.
• Wild camping in the desert and reserves.
• Optional activities in Swakopmund.
• Visit of a traditional Himba village.
• Game drives & night observation of animals at waterholes in Etosha National Park.
• Okavango River.
• Game drive in Caprivi Game Reserve.
• 2 nights in Livingstone/Victoria Falls.

Itinerary

Day 1: Windhoek
The day is spent at leisure in Windhoek. Hotel Safari (or similar accommodation). (Dinner own arrangements).

Day 2/3: Sesriem/ Sossusvlei
Clients are met at the reception of Hotel Safari at 10h00 for their journey through the ever-changing scenery to our camp located on the edge of the Namib Desert. We enjoy a sunset walk in the dunes surrounding our camp. The following morning is an early departure for Sossusvlei, stopping in the dune belt to witness the changing colours of the world’s highest sand dunes. We undertake a 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. In the afternoon we enjoy a short hike through the Sesriem Canyon. (B, L, D).

Day 4/5: Swakopmund
Heading north we reach the coast at Walvis Bay and enjoy lunch while viewing the many flamingos feeding. We arrive in Swakopmund and spend the afternoon and following day exploring this German colonial town or booking one of the numerous optional excursions (own expense). Activities available include sandboarding, quad biking, skydiving, kayaking, hot air ballooning or scenic flights over the vast Namib Desert. Dinner on day 4 and all meals on day 5 are for clients’ own expense to sample the local restaurants. Accommodation in bungalows or Guest house. (DAY 4 - B, L).

Day 6: Spitzkoppe
The morning is spent viewing the lunar landscapes of Moon Valley and the amazing Welwitschia plant. We head north and set up camp among the boulders of the Spitzkoppe Mountains. An afternoon walk is conducted in the surrounding area. The spectacular setting of our remote bushcamp is sure to leave a lasting impression. (B, L, D).

Day 7: Damaraland
We drive inland through the Damaraland region with its vast and rugged terrain. Its mountain ranges are intercepted by wide gravel plains, which run into sandy, vegetated riverbeds and hot, dry valleys. (B, L, D).

Day 8: Himba Visit/Etosha National Park
In the morning we visit the Himba tribe, a semi-nomadic tribe, living in scattered settlements throughout the region. They are characterised by their proud yet friendly stature and the women are noted for their unusual beauty, enhanced by intricate hairstyles and traditional dress. A few hours are spent learning more about these fascinating people. After our visit we proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive. (B, L, D).

Day 9/10: Etosha National Park
This Park is one of the most important reserves and game sanctuaries in Africa with thousands of wild animals such as blue wildebeest, springbok, zebra, kudu, giraffe, cheetah, leopard, lion and elephant making this area their home. Floodlit waterholes at Okaukuejo and Namutoni campsites attract an abundance of animals throughout the evening, providing us with many amazing wildlife sightings. We enjoy early morning and late afternoon game drives. (B, L, D).

Day 11/12: Okavango River
We enter the Caprivi Strip where camp is set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River. Enjoy sunset on the deck or a swim in the famous “river pool”. Many optional activities are available for the following day including mokoros, bird walks, boat cruises. (Camping - B, L, D)

Day 13: Kwando River - Caprivi
Driving through the BwaBwata National Park (formally Caprivi Game Reserve) we have a chance to buy their famous weavings before setting up camp on the banks of the Kwando River. Elephant and Hippo can be viewed from the deck overlooking the river. An afternoon game drive is undertaken in search of the many wild animals that inhabit the BwaBwata National Park. (B, L, D).

Day 14/15: Livingstone / Victoria Falls
We travel across the Zambia (or Zimbabwe) border to Victoria Falls - without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. Days are spent at leisure to browse the local markets, to experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa including white water rafting, bungi jumping, microlighting/ airplane or helicopter flights over the Falls, rhino walks, elephant back safaris, and to visit the Falls (own expense). (All meals excluding 1 lunch & 1 dinner).

Day 16: Livingstone / Victoria Falls
The safari ends after breakfast.

(This itinerary will depend on local conditions.)