9-Day Botswana Camping Safari: Namibia to Victoria Falls
Embark on an unforgettable Botswana Camping Safari adventure from Windhoek, Namibia to the mighty Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. This epic overland tour takes you through some of Southern Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations including Etosha National Park, the Okavango Delta, Moremi, Makgadikgadi Pans, Chobe National Park, and ends at one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World — Victoria Falls.
Quick Itinerary Overview
Start your journey in Windhoek and head north to Etosha National Park, Namibia’s premier game reserve. Travel along the Kavango River into Botswana, where you’ll glide through the magical Okavango Delta in a mokoro canoe and explore the Moremi Game Reserve on a 4×4 game drive. Discover the surreal Makgadikgadi Pans, cruise the Chobe River in search of elephants, and end your Botswana Safari at Victoria Falls — a spectacular finale to this wild African journey.
Day-by-Day Botswana Camping Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Etosha National Park – Namibia
Depart Windhoek and journey to Etosha National Park, a vast reserve centered around a shimmering salt pan. After lunch, enjoy your first game drive where you may spot elephants, lions, giraffes, ostriches, and black rhinos. Witness a legendary Namibian sunset before camping overnight in the park.
Included: Afternoon Game Drive
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Etosha to Divundu – Namibia
After a final game drive in Etosha, travel northeast to Divundu, set on the banks of the Kavango River. The region teems with wildlife, and your riverside camp offers a peaceful immersion into Namibia’s greener landscapes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Divundu to Maun – Botswana
Enjoy a morning river cruise before crossing into Botswana. Head toward Maun, gateway to the Okavango Delta. Optional scenic flights over the Delta provide breathtaking aerial views of its labyrinthine waterways and rich biodiversity.
Optional: Scenic Delta Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Khwai Conservation Area (Okavango Delta) – Botswana
Switch to a 4×4 and delve deeper into the Okavango Delta. Camp in the Khwai Conservation Area, nestled between Moremi and Chobe. Glide through the Delta in a traditional mokoro canoe, spotting aquatic birds and game before a guided nature walk on one of the Delta’s islands.
Included: Sunset Mokoro Trip
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta) – Botswana
Experience a full-day safari in Moremi Game Reserve, a jewel of the Delta. This region boasts the Big Five, wild dogs, and over 1,000 plant species. It’s one of the most biodiverse parts of your Botswana Camping Safari.
Included: Full-Day Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Khwai to Nata – Botswana
Drive south through arid terrain to the expansive Makgadikgadi Pans. In the wet season, flamingos and other migratory birds flock here. Explore Nata Pan in the afternoon before camping under starry skies.
Included: Nata Pan Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Nata to Chobe National Park – Botswana
Head to Kasane and settle at your riverside campsite near Chobe River. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise through Chobe National Park, famous for its massive elephant population and rich birdlife.
Included: Chobe River Boat Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8: Chobe to Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
Cross into Zimbabwe and visit the legendary Victoria Falls, one of Africa’s top natural attractions. Walk through the misty rainforest and listen to the thunder of the “Smoke That Thunders.” Optional adrenaline activities such as white-water rafting, helicopter flights, or bungee jumping are available this afternoon.
Optional: Victoria Falls Entry & Activities
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe
After breakfast, your Botswana Camping Safari officially ends. Many travelers extend their stay to enjoy more of Victoria Falls’ epic adventures — from Devil’s Pool to sunset cruises on the Zambezi River.
Optional: Tram & Bridge Tour, White Water Rafting, Helicopter Flight
Meals: Breakfast
Optional Safari Activities
Botswana: Scenic flight over the Okavango Delta, guided walk with Kalahari San, game drive in Chobe National Park
Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls entry, Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Dinner in Victoria Falls, Helicopter Flights, Bungee Jump, White Water Rafting
Child Policy
This scheduled Botswana Camping Safari accepts children aged 8+. Children aged 8–9 may join on request. A maximum of 4 children aged 10–15 are permitted per tour. Additional restrictions may apply to specific activities based on age requirements.