This 7 Days Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour takes you from the pristine waterways of the Okavango Delta to the dramatic landscapes of Namibia's Etosha National Park and the historic Skeleton Coast.
Your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour combines the intimate wildlife encounters of the world's largest inland delta with the vast desert plains of Namibia. From traditional mokoro excursions through papyrus-lined channels to exhilarating game drives across Etosha's salt pans, this adventure showcases diverse ecosystems and unique wildlife.
The carefully crafted Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour concludes with exploration of Namibia's haunting Skeleton Coast, where desert meets ocean in dramatic fashion. This remarkable journey offers unparalleled opportunities to witness Africa's contrasting landscapes, from lush wetlands to arid deserts and coastal wilderness.
Day 1: Pick Up from Maun Airport and Transfer to Okavango Delta
Day 2: Continue with Traditional Mokoro Safari in Okavango Delta
Day 3: Proceed to Chief's Island for Walking Safari Experience
Day 4: Transfer to Maun and Continue to Windhoek City Tour
Day 5: Proceed to Etosha National Park for Big Five Safari
Day 6: Continue Safari Experience in Etosha's Diverse Ecosystems
Day 7: Transfer to Skeleton Coast and Proceed to Coastal Tour
Your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour begins with arrival at Maun International Airport, where you'll be warmly welcomed by our representative for the scenic 45-minute drive to Boro River Lodge. This immersive Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour experience starts with a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) journey through the pristine channels of the Okavango Delta, known locally as "Ngami" (river). The afternoon of your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour includes settling into your luxury tented accommodation overlooking the delta's crystal-clear waters, followed by a sunset cruise where you'll witness hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat.
Dawn breaks on your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour with the melodic calls of African fish eagles echoing across the delta's 15,000 square kilometers of pristine wilderness. Your dedicated Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour guide poles you through narrow channels lined with papyrus and water lilies to reach secluded islands known locally as "Motlhaba" (reed beds). The highlight of your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour today includes a guided walking safari on one of the delta's permanent islands, where you'll track elephants, buffalo, and various antelope species while learning about the intricate ecosystem that supports over 400 bird species.
Your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour adventure continues with an early morning mokoro transfer to Chief's Island, the largest landmass in the Okavango Delta, located approximately 70 kilometers from your lodge. This exclusive Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour experience takes you to the heart of the delta's wildlife sanctuary, where predators concentrate during the dry season in an area known as "Moremi" (where the short man knelt). Your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour day culminates with an afternoon walking safari led by expert local guides, offering intimate encounters with lions, leopards, and the famous painted wolves (wild dogs) that roam this pristine wilderness.
Today your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour transitions from the watery paradise of the Okavango Delta with a morning mokoro ride back to Maun, followed by a 1.5-hour flight to Windhoek, Namibia's capital city. Your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour continues with exploration of Windhoek's German colonial architecture, including the iconic Christuskirche and the historic Alte Feste (Old Fort), located in the city center known locally as "Ai-Gams" (hot springs). The afternoon of your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour includes visits to the bustling Katutura Township and the famous Joe's Beerhouse, offering insights into Namibian culture and cuisine before overnight accommodation at a luxury city hotel.
Your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour embarks on a scenic 4.5-hour drive north covering 435 kilometers to Etosha National Park, one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations. This exciting phase of your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour begins with entry through the southern Anderson Gate, leading to your luxury lodge overlooking the famous Etosha Pan, known locally as "Etosha" (great white place). Your afternoon Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour features your first game drive across the 4,760-square-kilometer park, focusing on the waterhole circuit where elephants, lions, and the endangered black rhino congregate in impressive numbers.
Dawn on your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour reveals the vastness of Etosha's diverse landscapes, from the shimmering salt pan to the mopane woodlands and grassland savanna. Your full-day Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour adventure explores different sections of the park, including visits to Okaukuejo waterhole, famous for its floodlit nighttime game viewing, and Halali Camp's rhino-watching opportunities. The highlight of your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour includes tracking Etosha's unique desert-adapted wildlife, including gemsbok, springbok, and the elusive caracal, while your expert guide shares knowledge about survival strategies in this arid environment.
The final day of your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour begins with a 3-hour drive west covering 280 kilometers to Namibia's legendary Skeleton Coast at Swakopmund. Your concluding Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour experience includes exploration of this dramatic coastline where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean, known locally as "The Land God Made in Anger." Your Botswana Okavango Trips and Namibia Tour adventure culminates with visits to the shipwreck sites that gave the coast its ominous name, followed by marine wildlife viewing opportunities including seals, dolphins, and seasonal whale watching before your departure transfer to Walvis Bay Airport.