6 Days Namibia Safari and Victoria Falls Zimbabwe Tour
This 6 Days Namibia Safari and Victoria Falls Zimbabwe Tour takes you from the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha National Park to the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei before culminating at one of the world's most spectacular Victoria Falls. Your journey showcases the diverse beauty of southern Africa through two distinct countries, each offering unique experiences and unforgettable memories.
The Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour begins in Windhoek, Namibia's capital, before venturing north to Etosha, known locally as "Great White Place" for its vast salt pan ecosystem. This comprehensive Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour continues south to the ancient Namib Desert, home to the world's highest sand dunes and the mystical Dead Vlei. The adventure concludes in Zimbabwe with the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, locally called "Mosi-oa-Tunya" (The Smoke That Thunders).
Throughout your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour, expert guides share their knowledge of diverse ecosystems, from desert-adapted wildlife to riverine forests. This unique Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour combination offers photographers and nature enthusiasts the perfect blend of wildlife viewing, dramatic landscapes, and natural wonders. The journey covers approximately 2,500 kilometers across two countries, providing insights into different cultures, conservation efforts, and geological marvels.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Pick Up from Windhoek and Transfer to Etosha National Park
Day 2: Game Drives and Wildlife Viewing in Etosha's Diverse Ecosystems
Day 3: Transfer to Sossusvlei and Explore the Ancient Namib Desert
Day 4: Continue with Sunrise at Dead Vlei and Dune Climbing Adventures
Day 5: Proceed to Victoria Falls via Flight Connection
Day 6: Victoria Falls Tour and Zambezi River Activities
Price Includes:
- Park fees and conservation levies for Etosha and Victoria Falls
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during game drives and transfers
- Full board accommodation at specified lodges
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides
- Driver allowances and park fees
- Game drives, desert excursions, and Victoria Falls tours
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Namibia and Zimbabwe Visas (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities (helicopter flights, white-water rafting, etc.)
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up from Windhoek and Transfer to Etosha National Park
Your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour begins with an early morning pickup from Windhoek, followed by a scenic 4.5-hour drive (approximately 450km) north to Etosha National Park through the town of Otjiwarongo. This exciting Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour Day includes your first game drive in Etosha, known locally as "Etosha Pan" - a 4,760 square kilometer salt pan that dominates the park's landscape and attracts thousands of animals during the dry season. Your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour experience continues with arrival at your accommodation near Okaukuejo Camp, where you'll enjoy dinner while watching wildlife at the famous floodlit waterhole, one of the most productive game viewing spots in Africa.
- Day2Game Drives and Wildlife Viewing in Etosha's Diverse Ecosystems
Dawn breaks on your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour with an early morning game drive to Halali Camp, covering approximately 70km through diverse habitats that support over 114 mammal species. This full-day Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour adventure focuses on tracking Etosha's famous wildlife concentrations around natural and artificial waterholes, including the renowned Goas waterhole where large herds of elephants, zebras, and springbok gather. Your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour continues with afternoon game viewing around Namutoni Camp area, where the historic German fort provides a fascinating glimpse into Namibia's colonial history, before returning to your lodge for a traditional African dinner under the stars.
- Day3Transfer to Sossusvlei and Explore the Ancient Namib Desert
Today your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour transitions from wildlife viewing to desert landscapes with an early departure for the 5-hour journey (approximately 480km) south to the Sossusvlei area via Maltahöhe. This segment of your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour takes you through the dramatic landscape changes from savanna to desert, arriving at your accommodation near Sesriem, the gateway to the ancient Namib Desert and its towering red sand dunes. Your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour experience includes an afternoon exploration of Sesriem Canyon, a 30-meter deep gorge carved by the Tsauchab River over millions of years, where you'll learn about the desert's geological history and unique ecosystem adaptations.
- Day4Continue with Sunrise at Dead Vlei and Dune Climbing Adventures
Pre-dawn departure marks this highlight of your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour as you drive 65km to witness sunrise over Dead Vlei, one of the world's most photographed landscapes featuring 900-year-old camel thorn trees against white clay and red dunes. Your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour adventure continues with the optional climb of Big Daddy Dune (325 meters high), offering spectacular panoramic views of the Namib Desert and the opportunity to experience sand-boarding down the steep dune faces. This unforgettable day of your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour includes exploring the contrasting landscapes of Hidden Vlei and Sossusvlei proper, where the Tsauchab River occasionally floods to create temporary lakes surrounded by some of the world's highest sand dunes reaching up to 380 meters.
- Day5Proceed to Victoria Falls via Flight Connection
Your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour continues with a morning transfer back to Windhoek (approximately 5 hours, 350km) for your connecting flight to Victoria Falls International Airport in Zimbabwe, covering roughly 1,200km by air. This transition day of your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour includes arrival in Zimbabwe and a short 20-minute transfer to your accommodation on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, just 4km upstream from the falls. Your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour experience begins its Zimbabwe chapter with an afternoon guided tour of Victoria Falls National Park, where you'll witness the 108-meter cascade spanning 1.7 kilometers and feel the spray from "The Smoke That Thunders" at various viewpoints along the gorge rim.
- Day6Victoria Falls Tour and Zambezi River Activities
The final day of your Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour showcases the full splendor of Victoria Falls with a comprehensive tour of both the Zimbabwe and Zambia sides of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your concluding Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour Day offers multiple activity options including helicopter flights over the falls, white-water rafting through the Batoka Gorge, or sunset cruises on the upper Zambezi River where you might spot hippos, crocodiles, and elephants. Your memorable Namibia Safari and Zimbabwe Tour concludes with a farewell dinner at a riverside restaurant, reflecting on the incredible diversity experienced from Namibia's desert landscapes to Zimbabwe's thundering waters, before your transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for departure.