Northern Skies - 15 Days Swakopmund to Victoria Falls/Livingstone [NS/NSU/NSA]

Small Group Camping Safari Semi Participate

  • Swakopmund
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  • Cape Cross
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  • Brandberg Mountain
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  • Twyfelfontein
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  • Kamanjab
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  • Etosha National Park
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  • Rundu
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  • Okavango Delta
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  • Kwando River
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  • Mudumu National Park
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  • Chobe National Park - Botswana
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  • Victoria Falls and surrounds - Zambia
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  • Livingstone

Itinerary:

DAY 1: Swakopmund, Namibia
You will be met in Swakopmund in the afternoon at the Villa Wiese. That evening is spent at a local restaurant and exploring the town (own expense). Distance: 0 km Accommodation: Villa Wiese, Swakopmund (Rooms with en-suite bathroom; Restaurant, bars, laundry service and Internet cafe in town).

DAY 2: Swakopmund, Namibia [Breakfast & Lunch] 
We have the opportunity to explore this quaint German town by day and night. There are a number of activities to enjoy here; sand boarding, quad biking, skydiving and even fishing. You may even dare to brave the Atlantic sea. Distance: 0 km (day of leisure) Lunch Stop: Swakopmund Accommodation: Villa Wiese, Swakopmund (Rooms with en-suite bathroom; Restaurant, bars, laundry service and Internet cafe in town). Optional Excursions in Swakopmund ACTIVITY RATE Sand boarding R 250 Sand boarding (stand up) R 350 Fishing R 850 Quad-biking R 500 Sky Diving R 2050

DAY 3: Cape Cross Seal Colony and Brandberg, Namibia [Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner]
We follow the barren Atlantic Coast line on our way out of Swakopmund to visit Africa’s largest seal colony after lunch. Leaving the cold Atlantic coastline behind we head inland across the desert planes for Brandberg, the highest mountain in Namibia. Either this afternoon or the next morning we walk up a valley on Brandberg and visit the famous ‘White Lady’ rock painting. Distance: 270 km Departure: 08h00 Lunch Stop: Cape Cross Seal Colony picnic site Accommodation: Brandberg White Lady Lodge (tents, wash rooms with hot water and bar).

DAY 4: Twyfelfontein, Petrified Forest & Himba Village, Namibia [Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner] 
An early morning start takes us from Brandberg to our first stops at Twyfelfontein and Petrified Forest. Our final destination for the day will be Kamanjab. Depending on the time of arrival we go and explore a traditional Himba Village that afternoon or the next morning. This will be a journey of culture exchange and learning and understanding of our last traditional tribe in Namibia, the Ova-Himba. Distance: 310 km Departure: 08h00 Lunch Stop: picnic spot enroute Accommodation: Porcupine Camp (tents, wash rooms with hot water and bar).

DAY 5: Kamanjab to Etosha National Park, Namibia [Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner] 
After our cultural experience in Kamanjab, we head to the land of the big five – Etosha National Park Lunch is eaten close to the small German town of Outjo where we relax and have the opportunity to visit an Internet cafe. Our final destination for the day is Etosha. As the sunsets and late into the night the group has the opportunity to watch animals drink at floodlit waterholes. Distance: 270 km Departure: 08h00 Lunch Stop: Picnic spot en route Accommodation: Okaukuejo (tents, wash rooms with hot water, swimming pool and convenience store)

DAYS 6 & 7: Etosha National Park, Namibia [Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner] 
We fill the next 2 days with game drives, including evening game viewing at floodlit waterholes. In the mornings we have the opportunity to take game drive at sunrise. At all three camps, Namutoni, Okaukuejo and Halali you can take a swim in the swimming pool or as the sun sets, and late into the night, the group can watch animals drink at the floodlit waterhole. Distance: Approx. 150 km of game drives Departure: 10h00 Lunch stop: At one of the camps Accommodation: Namutoni or Okaukuejo (tents, wash rooms with hot water, swimming pool and convenience store).

DAY 8 & 9: Etosha to Kavango River, Namibia [Breakfast & Lunch] 
Leaving Etosha we head to Rundu and onto N’Kwazi River Camp, which is on the banks of the Kavango River over looking Angola. A sunset cruise, horse riding, traditional dancing in the evening as well as visiting a local village are optional or you can just put your feet up and relax on the banks of the river as the sunsets. Distance: 362 km Departure: 08h00 Lunch Stop: A picnic site en route to n’Kwazi Accommodation: N’Kwazi River Camp (tents, wash rooms with hot water, swimming pool and laundry service available)

DAY 10 & 11: Kavango River to Okavango Delta, Botswana [Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner] 
We leave Namibia for Etsha, on the western border of the Okavango Delta in Botswana. The next day is spent exploring the network of water pathways through thick vegetation in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes). The Delta is a well-preserved gem of Africa with a vast oasis of crystal clear lake lets, lagoons and palm-fringed islands. On our last evening in the Delta we feast with a braai (barbeque). Day 10 Distance: 360 km (20 km in 4x4) Departure: 09h00 Lunch Stop: Etsha 13 or at the Camp Accommodation: Guma Lagoon Camp (tents, wash rooms with hot water and bar). Day 11 Distance: 20 km by motorized boat Departure: 08h00 6 km by Mokoro / about 5 km walk in Delta Lunch Stop: On Fly Camp (an island in the Delta) Accommodation: Guma Lagoon Camp (tents, wash rooms with hot water and bar).

DAY 12: Western Caprivi, Namibia [Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner] 
Leaving Botswana, we drive up the Western border of the Okavango Delta before crossing over into Namibia and driving through the Caprivi to our camp on the banks of the Kwando River. In the afternoon you will go on a game drive in the famous Mudumo National Park. In contrast to the rest of Namibia, the area is lush with riverine forest, marshes, dense savannah and mopane woodland. Distance: 325 km Departure: 08h00 Lunch Stop: At a picnic spot en route. Accommodation: Camp Kwando (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool).

DAY 13: Chobe National Park, Botswana [Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner] 
The next morning we depart our Camp, head along the Caprivi and cross the border back into Botswana to drive through Chobe National Park to our camp on the Chobe River. In the afternoon you will go on a sunset cruise along the banks on the Chobe National Park. We spend the night camping on the banks of the Chobe River listening to the calls of Africa. Distance: 260 km Departure: 10h00 Lunch Stop: A picnic spot en route. Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge (tents, wash rooms with hot water, bar and swimming pool).

DAY 14: Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe [Breakfast] 
A mid morning departure takes you from Chobe to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. In the afternoon we explore the Victoria Falls on a guided tour. This evening your guide will bid you farewell. Distance: 110 km Departure: 08h00 Accommodation: Lokuthula Lodges (Chalets with en-suite bathrooms, swimming pool, restaurant and bar)

DAY 15: End of tour [Breakfast]
The tour ends after breakfast this morning. We can arrange an airport transfer on request (own expense). We hope to welcome you on one of our African adventures soon.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Included in the price
Use of full camping equipment (except sleeping bags), 15 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 9 dinners, coffee/tea with the meals, transport on the tour, 3 nights in chalets and 11 nights camping, activities as per itinerary, game drives as per itinerary.

Extra information

Upgraded Camping Safari:
This tour is also available as an Upgraded Camping Safari. Accommodation in chalets / permanent tented camps of a 3 star standard, most have en-suite facilities.

Accommodation:
On the camping safaris, 2 guests per 3-person dome tents, fitted with mosquito nets. Sleeping mattresses are provided. Sleeping bags can be rented at an extra fee of US$ 30 / Euro 25 for the duration of the safari.

Participation: 
Semi-participation Camping Safaris run with a maximum of 10 clients. A guide, who is both driver and cook, will accompany the clients. Clients become part of the experience and participate in the tour. This means, that the participants will be responsible for performing and helping with certain tasks, such as setting up and breaking down of overnight camps (tents, chairs, tables), packing and unpacking the vehicle, assisting with preparation of meals and cleaning dishes. The guide will do the cooking and be responsible for all other organisational duties. This creates an amazing bond between the clients on these safaris.

Local Payment:
On most of our Safaris a local payment needs to be paid to the guide before the tours starts. Your local payment covers on the road expenses such as National Park entrance fees, excursions and activities as well as the use of local guides. This provides your guide with sufficient funds on the road and ensures that your money goes to the African communities directly.

Transport:
Fully equipped Toyota Landcruisers or other appropriate vehicles with comfortable seating, windows for game viewing and a music system. An off-road trailer is fitted with a field kitchen. All luggage is carried on the vehicle or trailer roof racks to ensure maximum comfort in the vehicle. 

Spending money:
Clients are advised to bring enough money to cover the purchase of curios, tips, alcoholic drinks and additional entertainment. US Dollars, Pound Sterling and Botswana Pula are the most practical and convenient currencies.

Meals:
All meals are organized by the guide and are prepared by him/her with the help of the group. Meals are nutritious and filling, drawing on fresh local produce where possible. Groceries are bought along the way, this allows clients to have a say in what type of meals are eaten. Please advise us of any special dietary requirements in advance.

First Aid: 
Guides are trained in basic first aid and the vehicle is equipped with a comprehensive medical aid kit. Preventative Malaria medication should be taken before the trip and throughout its duration. It is advisable to consult a doctor prior to departure.

Luggage:
Maximum baggage allowance: 12 kg. This is a stipulated luggage allowance, as an overloaded vehicle is a danger to both the clients and the guide. This does not include photographic equipment and a small daypack. Please bring a backpack or soft barrel bag, not a suitcase. Don't bring too much clothing, as there are washing opportunities along the way. Please adhere to the allowance specified as space for luggage is limited.

Insurance:
It is compulsory for all travelers to have insurance covering their personal requirements, medical expenses and personal possessions. This is to be arranged before leaving your home country. Please let us know if you would like us to arrange travel insurance for you - travel@toursa.com.

Visas:
The onus is on the client to organize all visas required to visit Zambia, Namibia, Botswana and South Africa prior to departure.

 

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