18 Days Namibia, Botswana & South Africa Tour

Experience Namibia, Botswana and South Africa on an 18-day journey featuring Sossusvlei, Etosha, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park and Cape Town.

Tour Overview

The 18 Days Namibia, Botswana & South Africa Tour is an unforgettable Southern African adventure combining spectacular deserts, diverse wildlife, wetlands, dramatic coastlines and vibrant cities.

Explore Namibia’s iconic Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland and Etosha National Park, experience the incredible waterways of Botswana’s Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park, and finish in South Africa with the spectacular scenery and attractions of Cape Town.

This itinerary is ideal for travellers who want to experience three of Southern Africa’s most remarkable destinations in one comprehensive journey.

Trip Highlights

  • Explore Namibia, Botswana and South Africa
  • Discover the towering dunes of Sossusvlei
  • Visit Deadvlei and the Namib Desert
  • Explore coastal Swakopmund
  • Discover Damaraland and ancient rock engravings
  • Enjoy wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park
  • Experience the Okavango Delta
  • Enjoy a traditional mokoro canoe excursion
  • Explore Chobe National Park
  • Enjoy a Chobe River boat safari
  • Search for elephants, lions, leopards and buffaloes
  • Explore Cape Town and Table Mountain
  • Visit Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope
  • See the African penguins at Boulders Beach
  • Enjoy spectacular Southern African landscapes and photography opportunities

Day 1: Arrival in Windhoek, Namibia

Arrive at Hosea Kutako International Airport where you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel in Windhoek.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring the city.

Overnight: Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Windhoek – Sossusvlei

After breakfast, depart Windhoek and travel towards the Namib Desert.

Enjoy spectacular scenery as you travel through Namibia’s changing landscapes.

Arrive at your lodge and relax in the afternoon.

Overnight: Sossusvlei Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Sossusvlei & Deadvlei

Rise early and travel into the Namib-Naukluft area for a sunrise experience at Sossusvlei.

Explore the towering red dunes before continuing to Deadvlei, famous for its ancient dead trees surrounded by white clay and dramatic dunes.

Return to your lodge later in the day.

Overnight: Sossusvlei Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Sossusvlei – Swakopmund

After breakfast, depart the desert and travel towards Swakopmund.

Enjoy the spectacular desert scenery along the route before reaching Namibia’s Atlantic coast.

Overnight: The Delight Swakopmund Gondwana Collection Namibia
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Swakopmund – Walvis Bay

After breakfast, travel to Walvis Bay.

Enjoy a boat excursion along the Atlantic coast, with opportunities to see dolphins, seals, pelicans and other marine life.

Return to Swakopmund later in the day.

Overnight: The Delight Swakopmund
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 6: Swakopmund – Damaraland

After breakfast, travel towards Damaraland.

Enjoy Namibia’s dramatic rocky landscapes and scenic countryside.

Arrive at your lodge and relax.

Overnight: Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 7: Damaraland – Twyfelfontein

Explore the ancient rock engravings at Twyfelfontein, a significant archaeological and cultural site.

Continue exploring the surrounding Damaraland landscapes and search for wildlife adapted to this dry environment.

Overnight: Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 8: Damaraland – Etosha National Park

After breakfast, depart for Etosha National Park.

Enter the park and enjoy an afternoon game drive, searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinos and other wildlife.

Overnight: Etosha Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 9: Full-Day Etosha National Park

Enjoy a full day exploring Etosha National Park.

Visit different waterholes and search for wildlife gathering around these important sources of water.

Overnight: Etosha Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 10: Etosha – Maun, Botswana – Okavango Delta

Enjoy an early morning game drive before departing Namibia.

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey to Maun, Botswana.

Upon arrival, continue towards the Okavango Delta and settle into your accommodation.

Overnight: Okavango Delta
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 11: Okavango Delta – Mokoro Experience

Spend a full day exploring the Okavango Delta.

Enjoy a traditional mokoro canoe trip through the waterways while looking for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes and numerous bird species.

Enjoy a guided nature walk where permitted.

Overnight: Okavango Delta
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 12: Okavango Delta – Moremi Game Reserve

After breakfast, continue towards Moremi Game Reserve.

Enjoy a game drive en route and search for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes and zebras.

Overnight: Moremi Game Reserve
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 13: Moremi – Chobe National Park

After breakfast, travel towards Chobe National Park.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive and settle into your lodge.

Overnight: Chobe Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 14: Chobe River Safari

Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast.

Later, take a boat safari on the Chobe River. Watch for large elephant herds, hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes and abundant birdlife.

Overnight: Chobe Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 15: Chobe – Cape Town, South Africa

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Cape Town.

Upon arrival, meet your South African representative and transfer to your hotel.

Enjoy the evening at leisure.

Overnight: Cape Town Lodge Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 16: Cape Town City Tour & Table Mountain

After breakfast, enjoy a guided Cape Town city tour.

Visit important landmarks and, weather permitting, ascend Table Mountain for panoramic views over the city and coastline.

Later, explore the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

Overnight: Cape Town Lodge Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 17: Cape Peninsula – Cape Point & Boulders Beach

Enjoy a full-day Cape Peninsula excursion.

Travel along the spectacular coastline to Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope.

Visit Boulders Beach to see the famous African penguin colony before returning to Cape Town.

Overnight: Cape Town Lodge Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 18: Cape Town – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy some free time depending on your flight schedule.

Later, transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your departure flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Package Includes

  • Airport transfers as specified
  • Private safari transportation
  • Professional English-speaking guides
  • Accommodation for 17 nights
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Sossusvlei and Deadvlei excursion
  • Walvis Bay boat excursion
  • Twyfelfontein visit
  • Etosha National Park game drives
  • Okavango Delta mokoro excursion
  • Moremi Game Reserve game drives
  • Chobe National Park fees
  • Chobe River boat safari
  • Cape Town city tour
  • Table Mountain excursion where applicable
  • Cape Peninsula tour
  • Boulders Beach visit
  • Applicable park, conservation and activity fees
  • Bottled drinking water during safari activities
  • Government taxes and applicable service charges

Package Excludes

  • International flights
  • Flights between Namibia, Botswana and South Africa unless specifically stated
  • Namibia, Botswana and South Africa visa or entry fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Laundry and telephone charges
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities
  • Scenic flights
  • Additional accommodation before or after the tour
  • Any services not specifically mentioned under Package Includes

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