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Namibian Wildlife, a self-drive Safari

Leaflove Self-Drive Tour: Exploring the Wildlife-Rich Etosha & Caprivi in Namibia

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Namibian Wildlife, a self-drive Safari

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individual
(2-4 persons per vehicle, larger vehicles possible on request)

Overview:

A journey for nature and wildlife enthusiasts to the “Namibian Okavango Delta.”
This trip is primarily focused on wildlife observation, biodiversity, and wildlife photography. If you want to see many animals, there is no better and more diverse program. You will start on the central high plateau and visit two private conservation areas where you can observe and photograph Africa’s apex predators along with a wide variety of other animals.
The pronounced contrast between the dry semi-desert areas of the western and eastern Etosha National Parks and the water-rich dry forests, wetlands, and rivers of the Okavango, Kwando, and Chobe in the Caprivi Strip, due to the different habitats, offers a diversity of wildlife and plants that few other African countries can match.

Highlights

Self-drive yet still informed:

We always put together our trips to be informative and enriching. While you’ll drive the connecting routes yourself, we are happy to arrange the necessary locally guided game drives and activities for you on-site.

Map

Itinerary

Days 1 & 2

Arrival & drive into a wildlife rich nature reserve .
The afternoon game drives come highly recommended, as they frequently lead to sightings of elephants and formidable big cats. .

Day 3

Africat, leopards, cheetahs, porcupines, but especially brown hyenas and white rhinos are wanted
The African Cat Foundation has created a large nature reserve which offers wonderful wildlife viewing and a wealth of information.

2 additional days...?

Hobatere Nature Reserve in Damaraland
Wilderness with desert elephants, predators and endemic birds

Days 4 & 5

2 nights in the central area of the Etosha National Park at a good private lodge outside the park or in a semi-government Waterhole Chalet directly at the world famous Okaukuejo Waterhole
"Great White Place", Etosha National Park, is over 22 000 km/2 in size and one of the most game-rich parks in Africa.

Day 6 & 7

2 nights at a good lodge situated in the eastern area of Etosha, adjacent to Etosha Park.
The wildlife has lost its fear of vehicles and offers excellent opportunities for game viewing and photography.

Days 8 & 9

2 nights on the panhandle of the Okavango Delta at a lodge near the Bwabwata Nature Reserve, directly on the banks of the Okavango.
Elephants, lechwe, waterbuck, and reedbuck frequently grace the banks of the Okavango. The majestic African Fish Eagle with its distinctive call and striking appearance never fails to leave an impression. .

Additional days for ornithologists, birders & photographers:

Okavango Panhandle in Botswana. Even within the garden itself, the Amethyst sunbird, Red-billed Firefinch, White-browed Scrub-Robin, and Meyer’s Parrots grace us with their presence.
Keep your hopes high, for this is where the elusive Pel's fishing owl resides, and we'll do our utmost to seek out this extraordinary bird!

Days 10 & 11

The Kwando/Linyanti/Liambezi alluvial river basin is distinguished by its expansive reed belts, numerous lagoons, and extensive floodplains along the river's course
The Bwabwata National Park on the west bank with the legendary Horseshoe Bend is home to numerous animal species and offers a true wilderness.

Additional Days at Linyanti?

Nkasa Rupara National Park in the "Namibian Okavango Delta"
pure wilderness deep in the African bush... Searching for lions on termite mounds

Days 12 & 13

Chobe National Park, 2 nights on the Kasika Floodplain directly opposite Sedudu Island on the Chobe, which is heavily populated with buffalo
This is where the African wildlife gathers. Boat trips to large herds of hippos, elephants come to the water, fantastic scenery and bird photography.

Day 14

Victoria Falls and the Spray Forest
David Livingstone aptly described the Victoria Falls as a sight even the „angels must have gazed upon“, given their breathtaking beauty.

Day 15

Flights and logistics in Africa
Many flights depart from Victoria Falls Airport, offering travellers various destinations and options.

Detailed itinerary

Indicative prices for 2024

Teilnehmer pro Fahrzeug	natürlich	klassisch	edel
1 Person	5.946.00 €	7.601.00 €	12.099.00 €
2 Personen	4.424.00 €	6.080.00 €	10.577.00 €
3 Personen	3.916.00 €	5.573.00 €	10.069.00 €
4 Personen	3.663.00 €	5.319.00 €	9.816.00 €
Einzelzimmer	488.00 €	771.00 €	2.112.00 €

Services included

Rental car:

Services not included

We are happy to answer frequently asked questions in advance

At what time of year is this trip suitable?

If you are particularly interested in abundant wildlife, the months of September to November would be ideal. In February to March there are many birds but few mammals.

How high is the risk of malaria?

The risk of mosquito bites is very high in the months of January to May and you should definitely take precautions and protect yourself against mosquito bites. The months of June to November are hardly dangerous, but you should still protect yourself from mosquito bites and/or even take prophylaxis.

You have to drive through thick sand, can we do that without an accident?

A lot of self-drivers now drive through the deep sand stretches of the Caprivi. If you follow the rules, use the four-wheel drive carefully and keep away from the elephant herds, everything should go well. If you are not comfortable with these short distances, we can plan the trip so that you only travel on safe routes and stay at accommodation that is easier to reach.