15-Day Botswana & South Africa Safari from Namibia
Embark on a thrilling Botswana & South Africa Safari that begins in Namibia’s capital, Windhoek, and ends in the bustling city of Johannesburg, South Africa. This value-packed overland lodge tour offers some of Southern Africa’s best safari experiences, including game drives in Etosha National Park, mokoro adventures in the Okavango Delta, and Big 5 safaris in Kruger National Park.
Highlights of this Botswana & South Africa Safari include the incredible Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, boat cruises on the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers, and wildlife viewing in diverse ecosystems from Namibia’s salt pans to Botswana’s river basins and South Africa’s Lowveld.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Windhoek to Etosha National Park – Namibia
Begin your Botswana & South Africa Safari in Windhoek, heading north to Etosha National Park. This renowned wildlife reserve is home to a massive salt pan visible from space and teeming with game. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinos, and more.
Included: Afternoon Game Drive
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Etosha to Divundu – Namibia
Enjoy a final game drive through Etosha before continuing east to Divundu, on the lush banks of the Kavango River. The landscape transitions from dry plains to riverine vegetation, setting the scene for tomorrow’s river cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Divundu to Maun – Botswana
Start the day with a peaceful boat cruise on the Kavango River before heading south into Botswana. Arrive in Maun, gateway to the Okavango Delta. Optional scenic flights over the delta offer an unforgettable aerial view of this wetland wilderness.
Included: Morning Boat Cruise
Optional: Scenic Delta Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: Maun to Khwai River – Botswana
Transfer into the Okavango Delta in 4×4 vehicles, entering the Khwai River Conservation Area. Experience an authentic mokoro trip and guided nature walk through this pristine wetland. Overnight in a rustic fly camp under the stars.
Included: Sunset Mokoro Trip
Optional: Scenic Delta Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Moremi Game Reserve – Botswana
Spend the day on a game drive in Moremi Game Reserve, a highlight of any Botswana & South Africa Safari. Moremi offers high concentrations of wildlife including the Big 5 and endangered species like African wild dogs.
Included: Full-Day Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Khwai to Maun & Nata (Makgadikgadi Pans) – Botswana
Return to Maun and travel across the Kalahari to Nata, near the famous Makgadikgadi Pans. Take an afternoon drive around Nata Pan to spot flamingos and other seasonal birdlife.
Included: Afternoon Pans Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Nata to Kasane & Chobe National Park – Botswana
Arrive in Kasane and enjoy a Chobe River boat cruise in Chobe National Park. Watch for large herds of elephants and buffalo along the riverbanks during this magical sunset cruise.
Included: Chobe River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 8–9: Kasane to Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
Cross into Zimbabwe to witness the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Enjoy two nights near the falls with free time for optional activities including whitewater rafting, scenic flights, or a Zambezi River sunset cruise.
Optional: Rafting, Flights, Zambezi Cruise, Zipline, Village Tours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Day 8); Breakfast (Day 9)
Day 10: Victoria Falls to Francistown – Botswana
Journey back into Botswana and drive south to Francistown, a historic town that played a central role in Southern Africa’s early gold rush era.
Meals: None
Day 11: Francistown to Johannesburg – South Africa
Continue south into South Africa, traveling through changing landscapes en route to Johannesburg, the vibrant heart of Gauteng Province and economic hub of the region.
Meals: None
Day 12: Johannesburg to Kruger National Park – South Africa
Begin the Kruger leg of your Botswana & South Africa Safari with a scenic drive to the Greater Kruger area. Enjoy a sunset game drive in a private concession, followed by dinner under the stars at your safari camp.
Included: Sunset Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13: Kruger National Park – South Africa
Spend the day on 4×4 game drives in Kruger National Park, renowned for its abundant wildlife and birdlife. Spot the Big 5 and other species in their natural habitat.
Included: Full-Day Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14: Panorama Route – South Africa
Travel along the breathtaking Panorama Route, visiting iconic sites such as Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, and Bourke’s Luck Potholes before returning to camp for a final night in Kruger.
Included: Panorama Route Tour
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 15: Kruger to Johannesburg – South Africa
Conclude your incredible Botswana & South Africa Safari with a scenic return to Johannesburg, arriving in the late afternoon. Your unforgettable journey ends here.
Meals: Breakfast