NAMIBIA BOTSWANA with VICTORIA FALLS(16 DAYS)
16-DAYS NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA & VICTORIA FALLS TOUR
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Set off on an extraordinary journey through Southern Africa, staying in cozy lodge accommodations. Starting in Windhoek, discover the key attractions of Namibia and Botswana, heading towards the breathtaking Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Travel through awe-inspiring landscapes, climb the towering Sossusvlei dunes, and observe diverse wildlife on safari in Etosha and Chobe National Parks. Explore the serene channels of the Okavango Delta, enjoy a cruise along the Chobe River, and much more throughout the adventure.
DAY 1: DEPARTURE FROM KOLKATA
Your friendly and experienced Tour director will greet you at Kolkata International Airportand assist with immigration and customs before your flight departs. Your journey to Namibia begins today.
DAY 2: ARRIVAL IN WINDHOEK
Welcome to Namibia! Upon your arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel in Windhoek. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or explore the vibrant capital city of Namibia. Enjoy dinner before your overnight stay in Windhoek.
DAY 3 and DAY 4: SOSSUSVLEI & SESSRIEM
Windhoek - Sesriem. Departing from Windhoek, we head south towards the outskirts of the Namib Desert. Our accommodation here is only a few kilometers from the towering dunes of Sossusvlei. The next morning, we venture into the desert to admire the breathtaking dunes, which are the tallest in the world. Experience a moderate 5-kilometer stroll to Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, followed by a trek through the impressive Sesriem Canyon. Springbok, oryx, and ostrich are some of the resilient species you might encounter in the desert. After dinner, enjoy an overnight stay in Sesriem.
DAY 5: SWAKOPMUND
Sesriem - Swakopmund. Today, we head towards the coast with a lunch stop at Walvis Bay, famous for its large populations of flamingos. Once we reach the coastal town of Swakopmund, enjoy free time to unwind at the hotel or take part in optional activities. Overnight in Swakopmund.
DAY 6: DAMARALAND
Swakopmund - Damaraland. After a relaxed morning, we travel north through the breathtaking mountain landscapes of Damaraland. We’ll make stops to visit the Herero tribe and explore a local Herero market.
DAY 7 & DAY 8: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Damaraland- Etosha National Park
DAY 9: OKAVANGO RIVER
Etosha National Park - Rundu Today is a long travel day as we leave Etosha and lhead north, passing through the Caprivi Strip, a slender stretch of Namibian territory berweenBosana and Angola. Upon arrival at our lodge near the Okavango River, you can unwind and take in the scenic surroundings. Overnight in Rundu
DAY 10 & DAY 11: OKAVANGO DELTA
Rundu – Okavango Delta (Botswana). On day 10, we continue through the Caprivi Strip, cross into Botswana, and reach our lodge situated along the Okavango River. On day 11, we explore the Okavango Delta, both by boat and on foot. We’ll experience a mokoro (traditional dug-out canoe) ride and guided game walks on land (subject to water levels). The Delta is home to a variety of Africa’s iconic species, from giraffes and rhinos to hippos and elephants.
2 nights at Okavango Delta.
DAY 12 & DAY 13: CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
Okavango Delta – Chobe National Park. On day 12, we return to Namibia, continue through the Caprivi Strip, and cross into Botswana via Chobe National Park to our lodge on the banks of the Chobe River. Not far from here, four countries—Namibia, Bolivia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe—meet at a single point. The next day, we head into Chobe National Park in search of the Big Five during a morning game drive, then take a sunset boat safari along the Chobe River in the afternoon. Keep your eyes peeled for elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife coming to the river to drink.
2 nights at Chobe National Park.
DAY 14: VICTORIAL FALLS
Chobe National Park – Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
On day 14, we complete the final stretch of our journey to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. After arrival, the rest of the day is free for you to explore the local markets and visit the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls.
Overnight in Victoria Falls.
DAY 15: ADVENTURE ENDS
After breakfast and hotel check-out, our adventure concludes today. We’ll transfer you to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to India.
DAY 16: REACH INDIA
We reach Kolkata, finish your customs formalities and bid your goodbyes.Move to your homes with a bag full of memories and heart filled with joy.
Bon Voyage Travel Club wishes to serve you again!!.
INCLUSIONS
Airfare
Visa Charges
Insurance upto 70 years of age.
Tips
Experience Multilingual Tour director from Kolkata
Everyday breakfasts,lunches & dinners
Camps/ lodges with en suite bathroom facilities
Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport transfer
Victoria Falls International Airport departure transfer
Etosha - afternoon game drive and full game drive through the park in 4x4 open vehicles
Okavango Delta - mokoro trip, scenic boat tour and game walks
Sesriem - 5km guided walk to Dead Vlei
Chobe National Park - morning game drive in 4x4 open vehicles and afternoon Chobe River game viewing sunset cruise
Transport in a 16-seater overland truck
Escorted by a licensed African tour guide, who is also your driver
Etosha and Chobe National Park entrance fees
EXCLUSIONS
- Usage of mini-bar in your hotel room.
- Any expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, mineral water, personal drinks, chargeable airplane seats and wheelchair,Mini bar usage etc.
- Any entry fees in the sight-seeing tours which are not specified in the itinerary.
- Other services not included in the program.(e.g. Specific chargeable seats or Wheelchair Charges or any festival surcharges,loss of room keys etc.)
- TCS as per Govt. regulations
- GST (5%)
Notes:
- A person below 12 years of age on the entire tour will be considered a child
- As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double room
- Tours will operate subject to all Government regulations
- All transfers and extensive sightseeing with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) will be done in an air-conditioned coach.
- It is suggested to carry One check in bag and one hand bag per person only, due to limited boot space in the coach
- Kindly note that on certain departure dates the tour routing could change. In some tours, there is also a possibility that the tour may operate in a reverse itinerary. However, you will not miss any sightseeing or excursions that are mentioned in the itinerary.
- No refunds for unutilized services • BVTC reserves the right to claim from the passengers, any additional expenses incurred due to delay or changes in the schedule of trains, flights, coach, cruise or other services.
- BVTC reserves the right to change any itinerary for operational reasons and reasons beyond the control of BVTC due to Force Majeure related to weather conditions, strike, pandemic etc.
- BVTC shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages,theft, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity, which may occur during the tour, due to weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and or any other cause whatsoever and all such loss or expenses must be borne by the passenger.
- Standard check-in is 15.00 hrs. and check-out is at 11.00 hrs