20 Days | African Overland Adventurer | 2024 & 2025
Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park - Okavango Delta - Etosha National Park - Damaraland - Fish River Canyon - Augrabies Falls National Park - Cape Town
This is a Small Group Lodge Safari adventure with a max of 16 Passengers
Enjoy lots of opportunities to spot the Big 5 with Game Drives in Chobe and Etosha National Parks
See the mighty Victoria Falls, experience the incredible Okavango Delta and much more!
From $7,999 Typically $9,169 pp twin share
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Travel from Zimbabwe's spectacular Victoria Falls to Cape Town - South Africa's captivating Mother City, taking in the best of Botswana and Namibia en route
Traverse the Kalahari and Namib deserts and game drive through Chobe, Etosha and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Marvel at the magnificent Sossusvlei dunes, ride a mokoro in the Okavango Delta and more on this 20-day overland adventure with comfortable lodge accommodation.
Highlights of this deal include the following:
Victoria Falls - Start your tour in this charming Zimbabwean town which is home to the spectacular Victoria Falls
Okavango Delta - Explore the network of watery pathways through the delta on guided nature walks, mokoro and boat excursions
Damaraland - Take in the spectacular scenery of this wild, mountainous region Swakopmund - Stroll around this charming German colonial town and join an optional dolphin cruise or scenic flight
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Fish River Canyon - Admire the world's second largest canyon
Cape Town - End your adventure in South Africa's captivating Mother City and enjoy a full day tour of the beautiful Cape Peninsula
Chobe National Park - Search for wildlife on safari and enjoy a cruise on the Chobe River to spot crocodiles and enjoy a magical sunset
Etosha National Park - Spend two days exploring Namibia's premier game reserve and head out in search of lions, elephants and more on game drives
Augrabies Falls National Park - Marvel at the magnificent Augrabies Falls where the Orange River plummets 56m into the gorge below
Namib-Naukluft National Park - Scramble up the giant dunes of Sossusvlei, explore Deadvlei and hike through the Sesriem Canyon
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Spot the famous black-maned lion on game drives in this vast reserve
Itinerary Downloadable Itinerary
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 14 Day 15 Day 16 Day 17 Day 18 Day 19 Day 20
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you will be met and transferred to our start hotel. At 3PM there is a pre-departure meeting in the hotel foyer. The rest of the day is free for you to independently explore. Be sure to allow enough time to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls which are without doubt one of the most spectacular sights in Africa!
Victoria Falls is a charming town and there's a whole host of exciting activities available to book locally, from scenic helicopter flights over the falls and bungee jumping, to white water rafting and sunset cruises. Pre tour accommodation is available on request if you would like to spend longer here.
Meals: None
Accommodation: Cresta Sprayview Hotel or similar
Victoria Falls Chobe National Park (Botswana)
The morning of day 2 is free for you to browse the local markets or enjoy some of the optional activities on offer at Victoria Falls. In the afternoon we cross the border into Botswana and overnight on the banks of the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. The following day we enjoy a morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and other animals coming to the river's edge to drink.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe National Park
Today, enjoy a morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and other animals coming to the river's edge to drink.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe National Park Okavango Delta
Today we drive through Chobe National Park before entering Namibia and travelling to the eastern side of the Caprivi, a narrow stretch of Namibian territory between Botswana and Angola. Crossing back into Botswana we then continue on to our lodge on the edge of the lush Okavango Delta.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Swamp Stop Okavango River Camp
Okavango Delta
Today we travel by boat into the delta with its picturesque maze of waterways and sprawling grassy plains. We explore this incredible inland delta on a mokoro (traditional canoe) excursion and guided game walks on the smaller islands (water levels permitting).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Swamp Stop Okavango River Camp
Okavango Delta Rundu (Namibia)
Departing the Delta we cross back into Namibia and continue through the Caprivi Strip, stopping to spend the night at a lodge set amongst lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River and Angola. This afternoon there's an optional boat cruise on the river (book and pay locally) or you can simply relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Hakusembe River Lodge
Rundu Etosha National Park
Today we proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive in the park in our overland vehicle. 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.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Etosha Village
Etosha National Park
Today we enjoy a full-day game drive in open 4x4 vehicles from our lodge located just outside the park entrance.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Etosha Village
Etosha National Park Damaraland
We travel on to Damaraland today, one of the most scenic areas of Namibia, dominated by prehistoric water courses with open plains and grassland, massive granite koppies and deep gorges. Our lodge is located on top of a mountain with spectacular views of the surrounding area. Spend the afternoon taking in the incredible setting or simply relaxing by the pool.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Ugab Terrace Lodge
Damaraland Swakopmund
We travel south today, through the beautiful Damaraland region with its mountain ranges, dry valleys and rugged terrain. We arrive into Swakopmund and spend the afternoon exploring this charming German colonial town.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Delight Swakopmund
Swakopmund Sossusvlei & Sesriem
Our journey on day 11 takes us further south through ever-changing scenery to our accommodation located on the edge of the Namib Desert. Our lodge here is just a few kilometres from the mighty dunes of Sossusvlei.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Desert Quiver Camp
Sossusvlei & Sesriem
This morning we head into the desert to appreciate the beauty of the dunes, which are the highest in the world. Enjoy a leisurely 5km walk to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, and a hike through the staggering Sesriem Canyon. Springbok, oryx and ostrich are some of the hardy species you may be able to spot living out in the desert.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Desert Quiver Camp
Sesriem Fish River Canyon
Leaving Sesriem this morning we continue our journey south through ever-changing scenery to our lodge which is set in an incredibly scenic area. Late afternoon we visit the famous Fish River Canyon which is the second largest canyon in the world. At its deepest point, this spectacular canyon is 549 metres deep.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Canyon Village
Fish River Canyon Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (South Africa)
On day 14 we travel into the heart of the Kalahari and the magnificent Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa. This vast reserve covers over 3.6 million hectares and is home to the famous black mane lion. Here we enjoy morning and afternoon game drives and the sparse vegetation is ideal for spotting wildlife, particularly predators including the famous Kalahari lions, notable for the impressive black-maned males.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Kgalagadi Lodge
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Continue to enjoy morning and afternoon game drives and the sparse vegetation is ideal for spotting wildlife, particularly predators including the famous Kalahari lions, notable for the impressive black-maned males.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Kgalagadi Lodge
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park Augrabies Falls National Park
We head south to the beautiful Augrabies Falls National Park today, passing an abundance of lush wine farms en route. Reaching the national park we spend the afternoon admiring the spectacular Augrabies Falls from various viewpoints. At these thundering falls, known locally ‘Aukoerebis’ or ‘place of great noise’, the mighty Orange River plummets 56m into the gorge.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Kakamas Hotel
Augrabies Falls National Park Namaqualand
Today we travel through the beautiful Namaqualand region, which is truly spectacular between August and October when there's an explosion of colourful wild flowers. We spend the night at a guesthouse which is located the foot of the Van Ryns Pass. At the guesthouse there's the opportunity to partake in a wine tasting session where you can sample the local wines of the area (pay locally).
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Highlanders Lodge & Campsite
Namaqualand Cape Town
Travelling via the spectacular Van Ryns Pass we arrive in Cape Town mid afternoon on day 18. Set against the majestic Table Mountain, Cape Town is a captivating city which offers plenty of scenic, historic and cultural attractions. The remains of the day is free to explore Cape Town's bustling Waterfront which has a wonderful range of shops, restaurants and bars.
The following morning we set out on a full day tour of the beautiful Cape Peninsula. Driving along the Atlantic seaboard via Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak, we take in Table Mountain National Park and Cape Point before returning along the Indian Ocean coastline back to our hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Cape Town
A morning or afternoon cable car ascent up iconic Table Mountain is included (weather dependent).
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge
Cape Town
Today our overland adventure comes to an end after breakfast and hotel check out. We trust you have enjoyed this Overland Adventure!
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 19 breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 14 Dinners
- Victoria Falls Airport transfer on Day 1
- Chobe National Park - Morning game drive in 4x4 open vehicles and afternoon Chobe River Cruise
- Etosha - Afternoon game drive and full game drive through the park in 4x4 open vehicles
- Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - Morning and afternoon game drives
- Transport in a 16-seater overland vehicle
- Park entrance fees
- 19 nights mid-range (3-4 star) lodges with en suite facilities
- Cape Town Airport departure transfer day 20
- Okavango Delta - Mokoro trip, scenic boat tour and nature walk
- Sesriem - 5km guided walk to Dead Vlei
- Cape Peninsula full-day tour
- Escorted by a licensed African tour guide, who is also your driver
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Exclusions
- International flights
- Travel Insurance
- Visas
- Optional Activities
- Local Payment of ZAR3600 to be paid in cash
- Entrance Fee: Victoria Falls National Park
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Want to stay earlier/later: Please contact our friendly Customer Service team about extending your trip and add ons!
Need a flight: We can quote you on your choice of Economy, Premium Economy or Business Class flights.
Single Supplement: There is a single supplement on this program of $1650.
Group Size: Min group size is 4, with a Max of 16.
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