Namibia & Botswana Circuit

Day 1 - Windhoek - Sesriem
In the morning we are embarking in our 4x4 vehicle and we are leaving to Sesriem. There will set the camp for 2 nights at the gates of the scenic Namib Desert.
In the evening will enter for the first time in the park ! Situated just 1.5 km from the camping area, Duna Elim is an ideal stopover when arriving late in Sesriem in the afternoon. You can get there by foot. From the top of the dune, the view is stunning: a belt of red dunes to the west and a vast plain in front of an imposing mountain range to the east.
Overnight in tents, in the Sesriem camp.
Road transfer: 5-6 h, 320 km

Day 2 - Sesriem - Sossusvlei
By 6 a.m. will depart  to Sossusvlei. You will discover the central area of ​​Namib and its gigantic dunes. Sossusvlei is the end point of a river flowing thousands of years ago into the Atlantic Ocean. Now the rain has disappeared and the river no longer has the power to reach the ocean. The wind-dunes gradually covered the valley. In some years the river water reaches the bottom of the dunes forming a lake at Sossusvlei.
Exploring this site is dazzling in the morning, thanks to the reflection of the light on the dunes. Discover Dead Valley, a dry lake where the contrast between white sand and red dunes impresses, a magical spectacle flanked by several dozen dead trees in the background. Back to the camp for lunch.

In the afternoon, we go to Sesriem Canyon. This 50m wide gulch dug by the Tsauchab River was a vital place for the Nama, Herero and Damara populations. Sesriem means "6 belts", which are required to remove the buckets of water from the keys.
Overnight in tents, in Sesriem camp.

Day 3 - Sossusvlei - Bloedkoppe - Swakopmund
Morning departure to Swakopmund. On our way we will cross Namib National Park and stop at Bloedkoppe on our way. Here you can climb the magnificent granite stone. Bloedkoppe means "bleeding mountain" and the name comes from the color that granite gets at sunset.
From here we are going to the Moon Valley where the most lonely plant in the world lives in an extremely arid environment. Welwitschia mirabilis is the only species of the genus Welwitschia and the family Welwitschiaceae. This plant is spread only in Southwest Africa, in the desert area of ​​Namibia. It is an extremely old species, being a remnant of the flora 100 million years ago.
We will see one that has the venerable age of 1500 years !!!
Type of accommodation: hotel or apartment
Road travel: 6 h, 350 km.

Day 4 - Swakopmund
This small town offers a relaxing atmosphere with promenades and parks with alleys flanked by palm trees. The charming atmosphere is created by the German Art Nouveau architecture from the beginning of the century as well as the Bavarian style train station.
At Swakopmund we have a day of relaxation, walking, or testing new sensations (ATV, sand-surfing, paragliding, etc.). All of these optional activities are available for a fee.
Type of accommodation: hotel or apartment

Day 5 - Swakopmund - Twifelfontain
This morning  we are leaaving toward the north by the Atlantic Ocean coast, crossing the Dorab and Skeleton Coast parks. On the way, we'll stop at the largest seal colony on the coast of Africa, at Cape Cross. Then will cross the Damaraland region, a beautiful Savannah area surrounded by tall mountains, and we will camp near the UNESCO site of Twifelfontain.
Accommodation type: tent
Road travel: 5-6 h, 340 km

Day 6-7 - Twifelfontain - Etosha National Park
In the morning we’ll visit the very interesting archaeological site, dating back thousands of years.
From here we go to Etosha National Park (340 km, 6 hours).
On the route we will also visit “Himba” village - the last semi nomad tribe in Namibia.  
Etosha National Park, declared a national reserve in 1907 by the German colonial administration, is one of Africa's largest animal reservations. The Reserve has the size of Belgium is the habitat of over 114 mammalian species and 340 bird species. In the center of the park there is a large salt area, due to the fact that the area was a huge lake. This feature makes it an unique place in Africa.
The best  safari periods are early in the morning and late afternoon.
We will overnight at Hilali and/or Namutoni campsite (the water hole is illuminated all night, giving you the opportunity to watch the animals).
Accommodation type: tent.

Day 8 - Etosha - Tsumkwe
Today we will head to the border with Botswana, the Bushmans territory. In the afternoon will visit one of the tribes, met on our way.
Accommodation type: tent
Road transfer: 6h, 400 km

Day 9 - Tsumkwe - Maun
In the morning we will cross the border in Botswana by one of the most isolated border points in the world. We will continue on dirt roads and then on the asphalt to Maun, on the edge of the Okavango delta.
Type of accommodation: tent
Road transfer: 5h, 250 km

Day 10-11 Maun - Kasane (Botswana)
For two days, we will cross from south to north Moremi and Chobe parks in Okavango delta, an unique ecosystem in the world.
Okavango is one of the biosphere marvels. The 15,000 km² of the Delta, a mosaic of canals, dry or flooded ponds, large papyrus areas, exotic vegetation and islands, all have been declared World Heritage Sites by the UNESCO. The Delta is fed by the Okavango River, which has the spring source over thousands kilometers far,  in Angola, and it’s water disappear into the sands of the Kalahari desert.
Accommodation in the tent first night inside the park, and then near Kasane.

Day 12-13 - Victoria Falls
From Kasane we are entering into Zambia, crossing Zambezi River and continuing up to Livingstone.
Victoria Falls is one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

About Victoria Waterfall:
The water drops lie 1.7 km between Zambia and Zimbabwe. They were discovered by Livingstone in 1850. Their spectacle is indeed impressive, the 100 m fall of the 550,000 cubic meters of water per minute, produces a deafening noise. The waterfall was named by the locals "Mosi-oa-Tunya" - "the smoke that thunder".
Optional activities:
- Flight tour over Victoria Falls
- Rafting in the Batoka Gorge
- Bungee jumping on Victoria Falls Bridge, 111 meters high
- Tandem kayak. An experienced kayaker will guide you through the angles of the furious Zambezi

Also, you can cross to Zimbabwe to see the other side of the waterfall, but with the associated costs: taxi, visa, entrance fee.
Road transfer: 2h, 100 km
Overnight  at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport. End of services

Optional activities in Namibia:
ATV Tour in Swakopmund 2h: 600N$  per person
Walking in the desert:  650 N$  per person
Parachuting in Swakopmund: 2000N$  per person
Cruise at the Dolphins: 600 N$  per person
Surf over the dunes of Sossusvlei (2h15): 6400 N$  per person with a minimum of 2 persons and 2560 N$ per person, with a minimum of 5 people.

Optional activities in Victoria Falls
Waterfall Entry: $ 20 per person (in Zambia) and $ 30 per person (in Zimbabwe)
Sunset cruise on Zambezi: $ 55 per person
Rafting the whole day: $ 180 per person
Rafting half-day: $ 140 per person
Flight with helicopter over the waterfall
(15 min): $ 170 per person, with a minimum of 2 people

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The price includes: • Transport + transfers • English/French/Spanish speaking guide for the entire trip • Accommodation in double room sharing • Accommodation in tent • The activities provided in the program

The price does not include: • Flight tickets (can be provided on demand) • Visa fees • Entrance fees in parks and reservations (about 5-10 usd per person each) • Meals and drinks • The entrance fee to the tribes (about 5-10 usd per person each) • Single room supplement 250 USD • Optional activities