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Okavango Delta & Deserts | 2026
Tour Description:
This safari extravaganza takes you into the heart of Botswana and Namibia, cruising in open top jeeps from meerkat colonies to petrified valleys and waterways teeming with wildlife. With a huge amount of included game drives where you can spot roaming elephants, buffalo and lions - on this trip you'll also quad bike over dunes and experience a show performed by an indigenous tribes. The accommodation is either luxe glamping in safari parks or comfy lodges where you can kick back and take a dip in the pool when you're feeling the heat.
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Dates & Pricing
| Wednesday 14 Jan 26 — Sunday 25 Jan 26 | Starting at $3,443 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingDining Summary
5 Dinner (D)
11 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)
FAQs
Marrakesh: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
Chobe National Park: What is a Special Stay? As the name suggests, a Special Stay ain't your ordinary accommodation - it's much more than that. Think of it as an experience in its own right. On this trip, you'll be able to camp under the stars (all while being surrounded by wildlife) at your Special Stay.
Amboseli: Do I need to bring a sleeping bag? Nope, you're all good! All equipment (tents, sleeping bags, etc) will be provided for you.
Amboseli: Do I need to set up camp, cook and clean when we're camping? You don't have to. Your road crew will set up camp, cook meals, and clean up afterwards - but you're always welcome to help!
Amboseli: What are the bathroom facilities like when camping? You'll have access to proper bathrooms with real toilets, hot showers and everything you need - just shared with the crew.
Included Experience
Okavango Delta: A night in Africa’s Eden? Yep. This is your true African escape, away from technology. It's gonna be just you, nature and the incredible sights, sounds and smells of the wilderness. Our campsite is located right next to the Khwai river where all forms of wildlife (great and small) come down to drink. So, keep your camera with you! Camp staff will set up your tents as well as cook all your meals on open fires. Your tents come with stretchers, mattresses, linen and towels. And the campsite also has a chill tent during the day for relaxing between Game Drives.
Okavango Delta: Our first taste of the Okavango Delta, as we head to our Contiki Safari Camp. Hopefully spotting some of the ‘Big Five’ on our way.
Okavango Delta: Get up with the sun in search of the amazing wildlife in this garden of Eden.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy another taste of wildlife spotting this afternoon.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy a sunset trip along the waterways of the Khwai River, looking out for the incredible animals that live here.
Okavango Delta: It’s our last drive in the Delta! And our last chance to see any wildlife that eluded us on previous jaunts.
Windhoek: We’ll take a drive around the city’s main attractions – including the Christusckkirche, the Memorial Museum and the Parliament Building too. At the end of the tour, we’ll visit the village of Penduka where the local women will tell us all about how they manage the village, contributing towards the economic uplift of skilled individuals.
Etosha National Park: Experience life in an African bushman village, as the local people give you a snapshot of their desert lifestyle.
Spitzkoppe: We'll stop off in Spitzkoppe for a bite to eat and a chance to check out the granite peaks that stand out across the glorious desert landscape. Group pic by the famous 'Rock Arch', anyone?
Sossusvlei: Explore Sossusvlei, snap shots of Deadvlei and wander around Big Daddy sand dune
5 Dinner (D)
11 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)
FAQs
Marrakesh: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
Chobe National Park: What is a Special Stay? As the name suggests, a Special Stay ain't your ordinary accommodation - it's much more than that. Think of it as an experience in its own right. On this trip, you'll be able to camp under the stars (all while being surrounded by wildlife) at your Special Stay.
Amboseli: Do I need to bring a sleeping bag? Nope, you're all good! All equipment (tents, sleeping bags, etc) will be provided for you.
Amboseli: Do I need to set up camp, cook and clean when we're camping? You don't have to. Your road crew will set up camp, cook meals, and clean up afterwards - but you're always welcome to help!
Amboseli: What are the bathroom facilities like when camping? You'll have access to proper bathrooms with real toilets, hot showers and everything you need - just shared with the crew.
Included Experience
Okavango Delta: A night in Africa’s Eden? Yep. This is your true African escape, away from technology. It's gonna be just you, nature and the incredible sights, sounds and smells of the wilderness. Our campsite is located right next to the Khwai river where all forms of wildlife (great and small) come down to drink. So, keep your camera with you! Camp staff will set up your tents as well as cook all your meals on open fires. Your tents come with stretchers, mattresses, linen and towels. And the campsite also has a chill tent during the day for relaxing between Game Drives.
Okavango Delta: Our first taste of the Okavango Delta, as we head to our Contiki Safari Camp. Hopefully spotting some of the ‘Big Five’ on our way.
Okavango Delta: Get up with the sun in search of the amazing wildlife in this garden of Eden.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy another taste of wildlife spotting this afternoon.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy a sunset trip along the waterways of the Khwai River, looking out for the incredible animals that live here.
Okavango Delta: It’s our last drive in the Delta! And our last chance to see any wildlife that eluded us on previous jaunts.
Windhoek: We’ll take a drive around the city’s main attractions – including the Christusckkirche, the Memorial Museum and the Parliament Building too. At the end of the tour, we’ll visit the village of Penduka where the local women will tell us all about how they manage the village, contributing towards the economic uplift of skilled individuals.
Etosha National Park: Experience life in an African bushman village, as the local people give you a snapshot of their desert lifestyle.
Spitzkoppe: We'll stop off in Spitzkoppe for a bite to eat and a chance to check out the granite peaks that stand out across the glorious desert landscape. Group pic by the famous 'Rock Arch', anyone?
Sossusvlei: Explore Sossusvlei, snap shots of Deadvlei and wander around Big Daddy sand dune
ITINERARY
ITINERARYKasane to Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Dumela Botswana! We start our adventure in the town of Kasane and head south to Gweta Lodge on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Salt pans. Opt to cruise the salt pans in open safari vehicles in search of a meerkat colony while getting some funky perspective photos in one of the largest salt flats in the world. Tonights treat is sundower drinks under an icon of Botswana before retiring to the lodge for dinner and drinks at the bar.
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans to Okavango Delta
We will say goodbye to the pans (for now) and head on to the wildlife haven that is the Okavango Delta Our minds already blown by this unique natural landscape, it's off to the Okavango Delta, where we'll take an awe-inspiring game drive before settling into our exclusive Contiki Safari Camp. We'll be greeted with luxe two person dome tents - pre-erected of course - with stretchers, mattresses and linen. Dinner? How about a campfire meal as we swap tales under a starswept sky?
Okavango Delta
Get your David Attenborough voice on, we're in the heart of Africa's iconic wildlife filming paradise. This sprawling wetland is home to some of Africa's most incredible species and after a quick bite to eat we're off on an early morning game drive in the Okavango Delta in hopes of spotting elephants, hippos and (if we're lucky) some predators. We'll head back to camp for a tasty lunch and siesta. Chill in the camp or opt for a Mokoro boat trip along the gorgeous waterways of the delta. In the afternoon we're back on another jaw-dropping game drive before our traditional campfire dinner. This evening we've a once in a lifetime opportunity - a night drive in the bush with spotlights seeking out elusive nocturnal animals you can't find during the day.
Okavango Delta to Maun
Another morning at the Delta (the struggle is real.) After coffee and breakfast at sunrise, it's time for another morning game drive – eyes peeled for elephants – as we make our way out of this wildlife paradise. Check into the lodge, chill by the pool and then take to the skies in an optional Okavango Delta helicopter flight. Hover just meters above the waterways or fly high for stunning views of this unique inland delta and of course, don’t forget your binocs for some wildlife spotting from the air. If you've got a head for heights, you won't find views more spectacular than this anywhere in the world. Tonight, you’ll polish off your last night in Botswana with a night in the town. The Okavango Delta Brewery calls, offering a tour, tasting and dinner for you to enjoy.
Maun to Windhoek
We've got a big day ahead of us today. We'll traverse two countries as we leave Botswana and head into Namibia. We'll say goodbye to your first Trip Manager in Maun, cross the border and arrive in Windhoek later that evening. We'll be welcomed by our local Namibian Trip Manager who will take charge for the rest of the adventure. Keep your eyes peeled (and cameras ready) for stunning Savannah scenery along the way.Welcome to the Namibian capital! Tonight we’ll tuck into a delicious dinner, and you’ll have time to go shopping for any last-minute supplies (AKA snacks, sunblock etc).
Windhoek to Etosha
We’ll make our way to Etosha National Park today, but not before we’ve checked out some of Windhoek’s iconic attractions. We’ll hit the open road with our eyes peeled for beautiful desert scenery, stopping off at a few cultural hotspots too. We’ll have lunch in Otjiwarongo and then after that, it’s all eyes on Etosha!After checking in at the lodge, you’ll have a bit of free time to chill by the pool. Tonight we’ll head out for a walkabout dinner in Outjo – fuelling up before the big safari day tomorrow.
Etosha
We’ll wake up bright and early this morning, ready to embark on our first big game drive in Namibia. Prepare yourself for a wildlife experience like nowhere else on Earth. Eyes peeled for desert-savvy antelope too! We’ll head back to the lodge for lunch, and then you’ll have some free time to sunbathe and relax. Tonight we’ll take a sunset walk and then enjoy a buffet dinner back at the lodge.
Etosha to Swakopmund via Spitzkoppe
Today we’ll head west to the coastal town of Swakopmund. Along the way, we’ll stop off in the Erongo Mountains to visit the San Bushmen of Omandumba. They’ll teach us their local language, and educate us on how they survive and thrive in the harsh desert conditions. You can also check out their handmade arts and crafts too – perfect if you’re hunting for souvenirs.Our next stop-off is the ‘Matterhorn of Namibia’, where we’ll have lunch and bask in the beauty of the towering granite peaks.We’ll check into our hotel together, and then you’ll have a free night to explore and find somewhere to eat.
Swakopmund and Walvis Bay
Here we are in the adventurer’s paradise that is Swakopmund. First up, we’re heading to the ocean…Here in Walvis Bay, we’ll head to Pelican Point for a kayaking trip like no other. Look out for seals, dolphins, and even whales too(!).This afternoon you’re free to explore Swakopmund at your leisure. Check out the local restaurants and bars, hit the dunes for some active adventures, or do both (if you’re feeling ambitious). Tonight we’ll take a township tour where you'll meet local people, learn all about their way of life, and feast on a homemade dinner at a traditional restaurant.
Swakopmund to Sossusvlei
This morning we’ll take a long (but beautiful) drive into the Namibian desert. On the way, we’ll stop for lunch at Solitare – a one-horse town famous for its apple pie.This evening, we’ll arrive at our lodge near the Soussusvlei salt and clay pans! Framed by some of the highest sand dunes in the world, this is one of the most iconic and jaw-dropping attractions in the whole of Namibia. After checking in, you’ll have the chance to have a little swim, and then we’ll head out for a sunset desert drive – followed by a buffet dinner back at the lodge.
Sossusvlei to Windhoek
We’re up early this morning to visit Namib-Naukluft National Park – eyes open for Oryx and other desert-dwelling wildlife. Once we hit the sand dunes, we’ll leave the jeep and go for a walk along Big Daddy sand dune down into nearby Deadvlei. Expect unrivalled 360° views, and to hear yourself constantly saying “So THAT’S where my desktop background comes from!” After lunch, we’ll hit the road for a final picturesque drive back into Windhoek. We’ll Check in, freshen up and then head out for a farewell dinner at the famous Joe’s Beerhouse.
Windhoek
Rise, shine, prep your goodbyes and get planning for the big reunion (same time next year, anyone?). But before the trip ends officially, we’ll all enjoy one last hearty breakfast together.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
