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16-Day Southern Africa & Namibia Grand Safari
From the thunder of Victoria Falls to the silence of the Namib Desert: three countries, sixteen days, a lifetime of memories.
16 days / 15 nights
Victoria Falls → Chobe → Okavango Delta → Etosha
Bush lodges, camping & desert stays
Minimum 2 guests
From
per person sharing ($12,416 for 2)
Trip overview
Discover the extraordinary diversity of Southern Africa on this 16-day, multi-country Namibia safari through Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia. It combines world-famous natural wonders, exceptional wildlife, traditional African experiences, coastal adventures and some of the most breathtaking desert scenery on the continent.
You begin at Victoria Falls with a Zambezi sunset cruise and a guided rainforest tour, then cross into Botswana for Chobe’s elephants, a night at Elephant Sands and the Okavango Delta by mokoro. In Namibia you explore the Kavango River at Divundu, eastern and northern Etosha, the ancient rock art of Twyfelfontein, the Atlantic coast at Swakopmund and Sandwich Harbour, and finally the red dunes of Sossusvlei, before ending in Windhoek.
- Victoria Falls rainforest tour and Zambezi sunset cruise
- Chobe game drives and river safari
- Up-close elephants at Elephant Sands
- Okavango Delta by mokoro and on guided walks
- Eastern and northern Etosha National Park safaris
- Twyfelfontein Bushman rock art
- Quad biking, Sandwich Harbour, camel riding and sandboarding
- Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Big Daddy, Dune 45 and Sesriem Canyon
Package price: $12,416 for 2 guests sharing, $6,208 per person. Exact properties, the meal plan for each day, drinks, and whether park entry fees, conservation levies and border fees are included are confirmed in your written quote.
Travel style
This package is priced as listed: bush lodges, camping & desert stays on the route above. Want it simpler or more luxurious? Choose a budget or premium version in the booking form and we’ll quote it for the same dates.
Full itinerary
- 1Day 1
Arrival in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Welcome by your Journeys in Africa representative and transfer to your accommodation. In the late afternoon, a relaxing sunset cruise on the Zambezi, with hippos, crocodiles and elephants along the banks.
- 2Day 2
Victoria Falls tour & transfer to Chobe, Botswana
A guided rainforest tour of the Falls’ viewpoints, then cross into Botswana for your first afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park.
- 3Day 3
Full-day Chobe National Park safari
A game drive in search of elephants, lions, buffalo and giraffe, then a scenic Chobe River safari, with a buffet lunch included.
- 4Day 4
Chobe to Elephant Sands
Travel to Elephant Sands, a bush lodge famous for its natural waterhole, and spend the afternoon watching wild elephants at close range.
- 5Day 5
Journey to the Okavango Delta
Travel towards the Okavango Delta, one of Africa’s most remarkable wetland ecosystems, and settle into your wilderness accommodation.
- 6Day 6
Okavango Delta mokoro & walking safari
Glide through reed-lined channels by traditional mokoro, and explore on guided morning and evening safari walks.
- 7Day 7
Transfer to Audi Camp
Travel through Botswana’s changing landscapes to Audi Camp for an authentic evening under the African sky.
- 8Day 8
Audi Camp to Divundu, Namibia
Cross into Namibia and the Kavango region, arriving at Divundu among riverbanks, waterways and abundant birdlife.
- 9Day 9
Divundu game drive & Kavango River cruise
A guided game drive through the surrounding wilderness, then a boat cruise on the Kavango River looking for hippos, crocodiles and birds.
- 10Day 10
Divundu to eastern Etosha National Park
Travel to eastern Etosha and set out on safari across its plains and waterholes for elephants, lions, giraffes and zebras.
- 11Day 11
Eastern to northern Etosha
A full-day game drive as you cross to northern Etosha, discovering different habitats and wildlife along the way.
- 12Day 12
Northern Etosha to Twyfelfontein, Damaraland
Travel into rugged Damaraland for a guided Bushman rock art experience among the ancient engravings of Twyfelfontein.
- 13Day 13
Twyfelfontein to Swakopmund
Head to the Atlantic coast at Swakopmund, then ride the Namib dunes on a guided quad biking adventure.
- 14Day 14
Sandwich Harbour adventure
A guided excursion to Sandwich Harbour, where the dunes meet the Atlantic, plus a boat cruise, camel riding and sandboarding.
- 15Day 15
Swakopmund to Sossusvlei
Travel south through the desert to Sossusvlei: Deadvlei’s ancient camelthorn trees, Big Daddy, Dune 45, Dune 40 and Sesriem Canyon.
- 16Day 16
Sossusvlei to Windhoek & departure
Drive to Windhoek for a cultural tour of Parliament Gardens and nearby landmarks (flight times permitting), then transfer to Hosea Kutako International Airport.
What's included
- Airport pickup and scheduled transfers from Victoria Falls
- All scheduled road transfers between Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia
- Accommodation throughout, as per the confirmed itinerary
- Meals according to the agreed accommodation and safari package
- Zambezi River sunset cruise and guided Victoria Falls rainforest tour
- Chobe game drives, Chobe River safari and buffet lunch
- Elephant Sands accommodation and elephant viewing
- Okavango Delta mokoro excursion and guided safari walks
- Audi Camp camping experience
- Divundu guided game drive and Kavango River boat cruise
- Eastern Etosha safari and northern Etosha game drive
- Guided Bushman rock art experience, Twyfelfontein
- Quad biking in Swakopmund
- Sandwich Harbour excursion and boat cruise
- Camel riding and sandboarding
- Sossusvlei and Deadvlei excursion, Big Daddy, Dune 45, Dune 40 and Sesriem Canyon
- Windhoek cultural tour including Parliament Gardens
- Final transfer to Windhoek airport
- Professional local guides for included guided activities
What's not included
- International flights and airport taxes
- Visa fees and border crossing charges, where applicable
- Travel insurance and medical evacuation cover
- Gratuities for guides, drivers and camp staff
- Meals and drinks not specified in the package, including alcoholic and premium drinks
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Accommodation before or after the safari
- Personal expenses, equipment and souvenirs
What to bring
- Valid passport for Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia (check visa requirements)
- Comfortable safari clothing, walking shoes, warm layers and swimwear
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and insect repellent
- Camera and any personal medication
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the 16-day Namibia safari cost?
$12,416 for 2 guests sharing, which is $6,208 per person. The minimum group size is 2 guests. We confirm availability and final rates for your dates in a written quote.
Which countries does this safari visit?
Three: Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls), Botswana (Chobe, Elephant Sands, the Okavango Delta and Audi Camp) and Namibia (Divundu, Etosha, Twyfelfontein, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei and Windhoek).
Is there a lot of driving?
Yes. This is an overland journey with long-distance road transfers between destinations, which is how it links so many highlights across three countries.
Are there restrictions on the adventure activities?
Quad biking, sandboarding and camel riding may have age, weight or safety restrictions. Some walks are on uneven or sandy ground. Tell us about any mobility or medical needs before you travel.
Will we see the Big Five?
Chobe and Etosha are superb for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and rhinos, but wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed.
From
per person sharing · $12,416 for 2 guests
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