15 Day / 14 Night Desert, Rivers & Wildlife Adventure

There is a 15 Day/ 14 Night Fully Serviced Camping Option available from AUD 2565 per person, contact AFRICA BOUND for the itinerary and further details….

Both Accommodated and Fully Serviced Camping Options can be booked or modified to suit a private departure…..This is a perfect Safari Experience for a Family or a group of Friends….Minimum 8 Maximum 16……

DAY 1: WINDHOEK
The afternoon in Windhoek is free to explore the capital city of Namibia. Overnight  Safari Court Hotel or similar. (Accommodated – dinner own account)

DAY 2/3: SESRIEM
Clients are met at the reception at 10h00 where they are transferred to our accommodation 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. Overnight Desert Quiver Camp or similar. (Accommodated – B & D)

DAY 4/5: SWAKOPMUND
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 dolphin cruises or scenic flights over the vast Namib Desert. Overnight The Delight Hotel or similar. (Accommodated – B. Dinners own account)

DAY 6: 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. 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. Overnight Ugab Terrace Lodge or similar. (Accommodated – B & D)

DAY 7: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Today we proceed to Etosha National Park where we enjoy our first game drive and relax by the floodlight waterhole in the evening. The park’s main characteristic is a salt pan so large it can be seen from space.  Yet there is abundant wildlife that congregates around the waterholes.  Overnight Okakeujo Restcamp inside Etosha National Park or similar. (Accommodated – B & D)

DAY 8: 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. The day is spent on game drive through the Park from the Western to the Eastern side of the Park.
Overnight Mokuti Lodge or similar. (Accommodated – B & D)

DAY 9: OKAVANGO RIVER
We depart Etosha and enter the Caprivi Strip where we spend the night set amongst the lush vegetation overlooking the Okavango River and Angola. An optional afternoon boat cruise on the river is available (own account). Overnight Hakusembe River Lodge or similar. (Accommodated – B & D)

DAY 10: KWANDO RIVER
We continue through the to the Eastern side of the Caprivi Strip and arrive at our lodge overlooking the flood plains of the Kwando River. A lush area teeming with wildlife and birdlife offers a great opportunity for a late afternoon game drive (own account). Overnight Namushasha River Lodge or similar. (Accommodated – B & D)

DAY 11/12: CHOBE RIVER
Crossing 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. We relax on a sunset game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Optional morning Game Drive (own account). Overnight Chobe Safari Lodge or similar. (Accommodated – B & D)

DAY 13/14: VICTORIA FALLS
We travel across the Zimbabwean 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). Overnight Sprayview Hotel or similar. (Accommodated -B. Dinners own account)

DAY 15: VICTORIA FALLS
Tour ends after breakfast. (B)

GROUP SIZE: 4-16 clients.
FOOD & DRINKS: Breakfast throughout. 9 dinners included. All lunches own expense.
VEHICLES: 4×4 Toyota land cruiser or similar with a music system and an off-road trailer.
STAFF: 1 guide