Namibia Great Trek Safari Adventure

Day 3 Namaqualand

Departing Cape Town, we pass through the picturesque Namaqualand region. We overnight at the foot of the Van Ryns Pass. During the months of August – October the landscape is transformed into an explosion of colour due to the numerous wild flowers of the region.
(Serviced Camping – B & D)

Day 4 Augrabies Falls National Park

Leaving the Little Karoo, we head north to the Augrabies Falls National Park. We pass through a lush oasis area with an abundance of wine farms. Here the mighty Orange River plummets 56m into the gorge below. The local name for these majestic falls is ‘Aukoerebis’ or ‘place of great noise’. We spend the afternoon enjoying the falls from its many viewpoints.
(Serviced Camping – B & D)

Days 5 / 6 Kgalagadi Trans frontier Park

We head north into the Kalahari and the magnificent Kgalagardi Trans frontier Park. Covering over 3.6 million hectares this is one of the largest reserves in Africa. Due to sparse vegetation in the area excellent predator sightings are common including that of the famous black mane Lion. We enjoy morning & afternoon game drives in the Park. (Serviced Camping – B & D)

Day 7 Fish River Canyon

Leaving the Kalahari region, we head west and enter Namibia. After setting up camp enjoy a walk along the rim of the canyon and watch the changing colours of sunset over the canyon.
(Serviced Camping – B & D)

Days 8 / 9 Sesriem / Sossusvlei

Our journey takes us north through ever changing scenery to our camp located on the edge of the Namib Desert. 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.
(Serviced Camping – B & D)

Day 10 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 morning exploring this German colonial town or booking one of the numerous optional excursions (own expense). Activities available include dolphin cruises, scenic flights over the vast Namib and many more. Accommodation Dunedin Star Guesthouse.
(Accommodated – B)

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Township Tour
Dolphin cruise

Many other activities available

Day 11 Spitzkoppe

Leaving Swakopmund after lunch we set up camp among the boulders of the Spitzkoppe Mountains. The afternoon is free to explore the stunning surrounding area on foot. The spectacular setting of our remote bush camp is sure to leave a lasting impression. (Serviced Camping – B & D)

Day 12 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. We set up camp just outside the Park and enjoy a late afternoon game drive on the afternoon in the Kiboko Overland vehicle.
(Serviced Camping – B & D)

Day 13 Etosha National Park

After packing up camp and having breakfast we enter the Park and game drive through the Park to the Eastern sector. We stop at Etosha Pan and arrive at our campsite after lunch. We explore the Eastern area on an afternoon game drive in the Kiboko truck. Overnight Namutoni Rest camp inside the Park.

Day 14 Cubango River - Rundu

A morning game drive takes us out of the Park and we travel to Rundu on the banks of the Kavango River. Our camp is set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Kavango River.
(Serviced Camping – B & D)

Days 15 / 16 Okavango Delta

Continuing into the Caprivi we cross into Botswana and travel to our campsite on the edge of the Okavango Delta. The following day we do mokoro & boat excursions in the back channels of the Nxamasire area of the delta. Game walks are also done on the smaller islands in the area subject to the water levels of the delta.
(Serviced Camping – Day 15 B & D / Day 16 B, L, D)

OPTIONALACTIVITIES
Scenic helicopter flights over the Okavango Delta

Days 17 / 18 Chobe River

Travel through the Caprivi Strip in Namibia and cross back into Botswana via the Chobe National Park, we overnight on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. Day 18 we relax on a morning game drive & a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River.
(Serviced Camping – B & D)

Day 19 Victoria Falls

After breakfast we travel across the Zimbabwean border to Victoria Falls, without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. The afternoon and following morning is 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, bungee jumping, micro lighting/ airplane or helicopter flights over the Falls and to visit the Falls (own expense).
Overnight Sprayview Hotel (or similar)
(Accommodated – B. Lunches and dinners own account)

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Sunset Cruise
12-13 min helicopter flight

Plus, many more activities

Day 20 Victoria Falls

Tour ends after breakfast. (B)