Trans-Kalahari Safari: 20 Days Across Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe

A journey crafted for the true explorer — this three-country African odyssey takes you from the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and the shimmering Etosha salt pans to the waterways of the Okavango and onward to the majestic spray of Victoria Falls. With private guiding, luxurious lodges, and experiences both intimate and wild, this tour captures the essence of Africa in all its grandeur and soul.

This exclusive 20-day private safari begins in Namibia, where the ochre sands of the Namib Desert meet the rugged wilderness of Damaraland and the rich wildlife of Etosha National Park. From there, you journey through the green waterways of Kavango into Botswana, experiencing the unique beauty of the Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, and Chobe National Park. Your adventure concludes with the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

Highlights of the Journey

• Watch the sunrise from Dune 45 and walk through the surreal white clay pans of Deadvlei

• Stay at waterhole lodges inside Etosha National Park and enjoy multiple guided game drives

• Drift silently through the Okavango Delta in a mokoro canoe

• Search for desert elephants in Damaraland and track meerkats on the Kalahari

• Cruise the Chobe River at sunset and encounter Africa’s largest elephant herds

• Feel the thunder of Victoria Falls, one of the world’s natural wonders

This private tour features a curated collection of charming lodges, desert retreats, and safari camps that blend comfort, location, and character. All accommodations are en suite and selected for their quality, setting, and service:

Windhoek Country Club (Windhoek) – Comfortable hotel with gardens and pool; perfect for a restful first night.

Sossusvlei Lodge (Sesriem) – Ideally located at the park entrance; air-conditioned rooms with desert views.

Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge – Eco-lodge with panoramic views over the desert; known for its peace and walking trails.

Hansa Hotel (Swakopmund) – Historic coastal hotel with European charm and easy access to town and ocean.

Twyfelfontein Country Lodge (Damaraland) – Built into the red rock; great views and access to desert elephant areas.

Okaukuejo & Namutoni Resorts (Etosha) – Inside the national park; excellent waterhole game viewing right from camp.

Divava Okavango Resort & Spa (Kavango Region) – Luxury riverfront lodge with a spa and boat deck on the Okavango.

Cresta Maun (Maun) – Comfortable base for Delta flights and activities.

O Bona Moremi Safari Lodge (Okavango Delta) – Tented safari lodge with mokoro and game drive experiences.

Planet Baobab (Makgadikgadi Pans) – Quirky lodge near giant baobabs, offering a unique desert experience.

Elephant Sands Lodge (Nata) – Rustic chalets set around a wild elephant waterhole—an unforgettable stay.

Chobe Safari Lodge (Kasane) – Classic lodge on the riverfront; great for cruises and access to Chobe NP.

Shearwater Explorers Village (Victoria Falls) – Well-located, comfortable lodge just minutes from the Falls.

Activities Included

This journey includes a wide variety of activities that highlight the natural and cultural wonders of Southern Africa:

✅ Airport Meet & Greet + All Transfers

✅ Climb Dune 45 & Explore Deadvlei in the Namib Desert

✅ Visit Sesriem Canyon

✅ Optional Balloon Safari over Sossusvlei (extra cost)

✅ Coastal Tour to Sandwich Harbour or Walvis Bay Marine Cruise

✅ Visit Twyfelfontein Rock Engravings (UNESCO site)

✅ Desert-Adapted Elephant Safari in Damaraland

✅ Multiple Game Drives in Etosha National Park

✅ Sunset Boat Cruise on the Okavango River

✅ Mokoro Canoe Safari in the Okavango Delta

✅ Game Drives in Moremi Game Reserve

✅ Quad Biking & Meerkat Encounters on the Makgadikgadi Pans

✅ Wild Elephant Viewing at Elephant Sands waterhole

✅ Game Drive & Boat Safari in Chobe National Park

✅ Guided Walking Tour of Victoria Falls

✅ Souvenir Shopping & Optional Activities in Victoria Falls

All park fees, permits, and scheduled activities are included in the price unless stated as optional (e.g., balloon safari).