6 Days Botswana Safari to Okavango and Namibia Tour
This 6 Days Botswana Safari to Okavango and Namibia Tour begins in the pristine Okavango Delta, the world's largest inland delta, before transitioning to Namibia's renowned Etosha National Park for exceptional wildlife viewing. The carefully curated journey showcases diverse ecosystems from lush waterways to arid savannas, providing unparalleled opportunities to witness Africa's iconic wildlife in their natural habitats.
Your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour experience encompasses luxury accommodations, expert-guided game drives, and intimate walking safaris led by professional guides with decades of experience. From tracking elephants through papyrus-lined channels in the "Moremi" region to observing rare desert-adapted wildlife around Etosha's famous waterholes, every moment delivers authentic African adventure. The seamless combination of water-based activities in Botswana and traditional game viewing in Namibia creates the perfect balance for discerning travelers.
Throughout this Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour, you'll discover the cultural richness of both nations while staying in premium camps that blend comfort with environmental consciousness. The journey covers approximately 800 kilometers across two countries, offering diverse landscapes from the flood plains known locally as "Makgadikgadi" to the white-pan wilderness of Etosha, known to the Ovambo people as "Great White Place." This cross-border adventure delivers memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Pick Up from Maun Airport and Transfer to Okavango Delta
Day 2: Continue with Mokoro Excursions and Walking Safari in Moremi
Day 3: Proceed to Khwai River Area for Big Five Game Drives
Day 4: Transfer from Botswana to Namibia via Mohembo Border
Day 5: Continue to Etosha National Park for Wildlife Viewing
Day 6: Proceed to Etosha Waterholes for Final Game Drive Experience
Price Includes:
- Park fees and conservation levies for the Okavango Delta and Etosha National Park
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during game drives and transfers
- Full board accommodation at exclusive camps and lodges
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides and safari specialists
- Driver allowances and border crossing fees
- Light aircraft flights within Botswana
- Mokoro excursions and walking safaris
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Namibia and Botswana Visas (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up from Maun Airport and Transfer to Okavango Delta
Your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour adventure begins with pickup from Maun International Airport, followed by a scenic 45-minute light aircraft flight to your exclusive camp in the heart of the Okavango Delta. This immersive Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour experience starts in the "Moremi ya Tawana" region, where traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions through papyrus-lined channels introduce you to this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your first day of the Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour concludes with a guided walking safari on one of the delta's pristine islands, where you'll encounter diverse wildlife including sitatunga antelopes and colorful bird species unique to this aquatic paradise.
- Day2Continue with Mokoro Excursions and Walking Safari in Moremi
Day two of your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour continues with dawn mokoro excursions deeper into the delta's intricate waterway system, covering approximately 15 kilometers of pristine channels. Your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour experience today focuses on the remarkable ecosystem of "Moremi Game Reserve," where expert guides lead you on foot through seasonal floodplains teeming with wildlife. The afternoon portion of your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour includes tracking elephants and buffalo on Chief's Island, located just 8 kilometers from camp, where these magnificent animals congregate around permanent water sources throughout the year.
- Day3Proceed to Khwai River Area for Big Five Game Drives
Today your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour transitions with a morning flight to Khwai airstrip, followed by a 30-minute drive to your luxury camp situated along the seasonal Khwai River in northern Botswana. This exciting phase of your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour takes place in the "Khwai Community Area," where local communities manage wildlife conservancy efforts and benefit from sustainable tourism. Your afternoon Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour activities include thrilling game drives targeting the Big Five in open 4x4 vehicles, with frequent sightings of lions, leopards, and large elephant herds in this predator-rich region known locally as "Khwai ya Batawana."
- Day4Transfer from Botswana to Namibia via Mohembo Border
Your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour journey continues with an early morning game drive before the 280-kilometer overland transfer to Namibia via the Mohembo/Divundu border crossing, taking approximately 4-5 hours including border formalities. This cross-border segment of your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour offers spectacular scenery as you travel through the Caprivi Strip, known locally as "Zambezi Region," with its diverse cultural communities and riverine landscapes. Upon entering Namibia, your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour proceeds to accommodation near Rundu, where you'll enjoy lunch and afternoon relaxation while preparing for tomorrow's journey to Etosha National Park.
- Day5Continue to Etosha National Park for Wildlife Viewing
Day five of your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour features a morning transfer of approximately 350 kilometers south to Etosha National Park, one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations covering 22,270 square kilometers. Your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour experience intensifies as you enter through Andersson Gate and proceed to your lodge near "Etosha Pan," the massive salt pan that gives the park its name in the local Ovambo language meaning "Great White Place." This afternoon of your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour includes your first game drive around the famous Okaukuejo waterhole, where black rhinos, elephants, and various antelope species gather in remarkable concentrations during the dry season.
- Day6Proceed to Etosha Waterholes for Final Game Drive Experience
The final day of your Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour begins with an early morning game drive to explore different sections of Etosha, visiting the renowned Halali and Namutoni areas approximately 70 kilometers apart. Your concluding Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour experience includes visits to multiple waterholes including "Goas" and "Klein Namutoni," where you'll have final opportunities to spot rare species like Hartmann's mountain zebra and the endangered black-faced impala. Your memorable Botswana Safari and Namibia Tour adventure concludes with afternoon departure to Windhoek's Hosea Kutako International Airport, covering 450 kilometers through Namibia's diverse landscapes, arriving by early evening for your onward international connections.