Best of Okavango and Namibia Safari

Elephants crossing the Okavango Delta

What to expect on this itinerary

In the Okavango and Namibia, it can feel like you are alone and engulfed by an expressive wilderness as serene as it is surreal. But at a closer look, there is always something around you as lion pride, hippo pods, endangered rhinos and so many other types of wildlife abound. From big game safari on land and water to epic sand dunes and salt pans, this 13-day vacation will reveal the best of the Okavango Delta and Namibia. You will be enveloped by Mother Nature and immersed in her rhythm to experience the world nearly untouched by man.

Countries Visited

Botswana, Namibia

Places Visited

Maun, Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta, Vumbura Reserve, Windhoek, Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Etosha National Park, Etosha Pan, Damaraland, Chief's Island

Suggested Duration

13 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Moremi Game Reserve – Surrounded by Hippos

Gaze out over the Okavango Delta and you will always find the charm. Hippos are grunting as some of them bathe peacefully while others roll comically in the mud. Elephants arrive at the water and the old males squirt water over the backs as the youngsters submerge themselves in displays of playfulness. Refocus and a lilac-breasted roller have a landed on your private verandah to hold your attention briefly. In your periphery, there may be two giraffes, but your eyes are alerted to a crowd of baboons causing a racket in the trees. You could watch for hours, and there would always be something new to see, which makes the wooden verandah an idyllic place to rest up after your flight.

This morning you will land at the Maun International Airport, where a representative will assist in your transfer to a light aircraft. Soar across the Okavango Delta to touch down on Chief's Island in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve. This large island is completely inaccessible by road and restricts access to those on fly-in safaris or those taking half-day boat journeys across the Delta. There is a sense of silence and exclusivity that is enhanced as you gaze across the flooded plains and see nothing that is man-made or manufactured. Rest, relax, enjoy your first taste of safari, and then watch as the landscape transforms as the moon replaces the sun.

What's Included:

Accommodation
Transfer
Dinner
Day 2 - 3

Moremi Game Reserve – Land and Water Big Game Safari

Day 4 - 5

Vumbura Reserve – Exclusive Safari in a Private Concession

Day 6

Windhoek – Namibia's Leisurely Capital

Day 7

Windhoek – Aerial Safari to Sossusvlei and the Sand Dunes of the Namib Desert

Day 8 - 10

Etosha National Park – Iconic Desert Safari

Day 11 - 12

Damaraland – Walking and Cycling Across the Great Wilderness

Day 13

Windhoek – Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Discover the wild beauty of Southern Africa from its lush delta landscapes to the towering sand dunes and resplendent salt pans of Namibia
  • Explore the flagship safari destinations of both Botswana and Namibia with days spent in the Okavango Delta and  Etosha National Park
  • Experience the best of African safari by combining different activities, including game drives, boat safaris, and bush walks
  • Encounter the Big Five and much more as your itinerary ensures that you quickly lose count of how many times you spot the largest and most impressive of Africa's mammals
  • Enjoy time spent in the Moremi Game Reserve in the heart of Okavango where hippos fill the water and big cats dominate the plains
  • Savor the intimacy of the private Vumbura Reserve, where the Okavango Delta safari is exclusive to just a handful of guests
  • Take an aerial safari over the Namib Desert, touching down next to the iconic red dunes that surround Deadvlei and Sossusvlei
  • Etosha National Park provides a classic desert safari experience as just a visit to the waterholes brings a rich array of wildlife, including stunning numbers of black rhino
  • Relax in Damaraland, an empty landscape of rustic rocks and evocative valleys that's bigger than some countries

Starting Price

$15,300 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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Wow, I ran out of superlatives–fantastic, awesome, amazing. Everything was well organized and the recommended accommodations were all top-notch. The guides were so expert in their field. Every activity was well worth the time. Every meal was delicious.

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Our first trip to southern Africa was amazing, exceeding all expectations. We saw everything we came to see, and more. The game rides were well structured and safe, the visuals were unbelievable, and taking a side trip to Victoria Falls was a great idea. The accommodations were quite luxurious, despite being considered mid-range. There was always someone there to greet us and guide us at every travel point.

Zicasso's tour operator tailored our itinerary to our wishes and was wonderful to work with. Things couldn’t have gone better.

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The service before, during, and after our trip was totally "white-glove," and there were extra perks that we were surprised with each day of our trip. Zicasso's travel company listened to our goals and met and exceeded every one. We recommend them in every way and will be using them in the future!

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Fantastic job! Zicasso's travel specialist set up 28 days with flights, drivers, etc, and not a thing went wrong. She understood my needs and tailored the trip expertly.

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The Zicasso tour operators did an exceptional job from start to finish. I would highly recommend this company. Plus, they were in my time zone, making communication much easier. Our agent always responded within 24 hours and when I had to contact him while in Africa, he responded within the half hour. Every aspect of our trip that was planned for us was exceptional and beyond my expectations.

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We had the most incredible experience! Zicasso’s travel agent was so easy to work with and made all of our dreams come true, from the hot-air balloon ride to the day trip in Botswana, she had every detail covered and made it so easy for us. When we had some last-minute questions while on our trip, she was incredibly responsive and provided helpful information. I cannot recommend her enough!

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