South West Safari

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Johannesburg/Kruger National Park

Leaving the sights and sounds of the city behind, the group departs Johannesburg, bound for the world-renowned Kruger National Park.

Days 3-4 Polokwane/Nata

Travel through the vast Botswana grasslands towards southern Africa, making stops at Martins Drift, Francistown and Nata on the way.

Day 5 Chobe National Park

At the northern corner of Botswana is Chobe National Park, home to an estimated 120,000 elephants and a variety of other wildlife.

Days 6-7 Victoria Falls/Livingstone

Go wild in Livingstone, Zambia's adventure sports capital and the gateway to the raging waters of Victoria Falls.

Days 8-9 Chobe national Park

Spot the difference with one more game drive through Chobe National Park. No two game drives are ever the same, so expect the unexpected!

Days 10-12 Okavango Delta

Catch a glimpse of enormous Nile crocodiles or gangly giraffes while gliding along the waters of the Okavango Delta, then camp on a remote island surrounded by giant lily pads.

Day 13 Ghanzi

Embark on a walk through the bush with the local San people - the Bushmen of the Kalahari communicate using a series of clicks, making this an unforgettable tribal experience.

Days 14 Windhoek

Discover Germany in the heart of Africa, and enjoy a flagon of bier in a Windhoek tavern.

Days 15-16 Etosha National Park

Go on safari in the Etosha National Park, staying up late to spot nocturnal wildlife around the reserve's many waterholes.

Day 17 Sptizkoppe

Eerie, dramatic, and ancient, the granite rock formations around the Spitzkoppe area conceal primitive bushman artwork.

Days 18-19 Swakopmund

Travel to Cape Cross to watch thousands of seals caper along the coastline. In the oasis town of Swakopmund try optional dune bashing or sand boarding before kicking back in a lively bar.

Days 20-21 Namib-Naukluft National Park

Watch sunrise atop a huge dune overlooking the coppery sands of the world's oldest desert.

Day 22 Fish River Canyon

This incredible gorge offers remarkable photo opportunities, especially around Hell's Bend, a sharp turn in the river that cuts a swathe through the rock.

Days 23-24 Orange River/Western Cape

Seamed by rugged mountains and rolling dunes, the scenic banks of Orange River are in the citrus area of the Western Cape.

Day 25 Cape Town

With an imposing cloud-covered mountain as a backdrop, Cape Town is one of the world's most beautiful cities and the perfect place to end this journey - but not before experiencing township life in the Cape Flats.