Caprivi - Namibia and beyond - Including Chobe and Victoria Falls
Namibia's lush northeast at your own pace
This self-drive tour shows you a completely different side of Namibia. Etosha, the Okavango, Bwabwata, and Mudumu connect with Botswana and a day trip to Victoria Falls.
You will travel in a 4x4 rental vehicle and stay in comfortable lodges along the rivers and national parks.
Customized travel through three countries
Daily departures
The route can be customized and is generally available to start on any day.
4x4 rental vehicle
A 4x4 SUV with comprehensive insurance is included for 17 days.
Plenty of safari experiences
Etosha, Bwabwata, Chobe, Mudumu, and Okonjima offer an exceptionally diverse range of wildlife viewing.
Rivers, parks, and wilderness
Etosha
Three nights in the east of the national park with plenty of time for your own game drives.
Caprivi & Chobe
The Okavango River, Bwabwata, Chobe, and Kwando showcase the water-rich northeast.
Victoria Falls & Okonjima
Day trip to Victoria Falls, followed by predator conservation and nature protection at Okonjima.
Day by day on your journey
Arrival in Windhoek
Collect your rental car and drive to the capital. Depending on your arrival time, there may be time for some initial exploring.
Three Nights at Etosha
Travel via Tsumeb to Etosha National Park. Two full days are available for self-drive or guided game drives.
On the Okavango
Drive north to Rundu on the Okavango River. The landscape becomes greener and more densely populated.
Okavango River and Bwabwata
Continue along the Trans-Caprivi Highway. A full day offers time for Bwabwata, Mahangu, Popa Falls or boat trips.
Chobe and Victoria Falls
Cross the border into Botswana. Three nights on the Chobe offer game drives, boat trips and an included day trip to Victoria Falls.
Mudumu and Kwando
Return to Namibia and the Kwando region. There is time for guided walks, game drives and boat trips around Mudumu National Park.
Back through the Caprivi
Drive back via Kongola and Divundu to Rundu through the varied landscapes of the Bwabwata area.
Okonjima Nature Reserve
A longer stage takes you via Grootfontein and Otjiwarongo to Okonjima. The following day is free for activities in the nature reserve.
Departure
Drive back via Okahandja to Windhoek and continue to the airport. Your journey ends there with the return of your rental car.
More about this journey
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The digital itinerary includes accommodation, maps, images and further information.
Through the Caprivi to Chobe and back
Die Darstellung dient der Orientierung; der tatsächliche Reiseverlauf kann je nach örtlichen Bedingungen geringfügig abweichen.
Good to know what’s included.
INCLUDED
- 15 nights' accommodation, mostly half-board
- Two activities per day at Chobe Bakwena Lodge
- Day trip to Victoria Falls
- 17 days 4x4 rental car
- Unlimited mileage and comprehensive insurance package
- One additional driver
- Climate protection contribution via atmosfair
NOT INCLUDED
- International flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Visas
- Fuel and toll fees
- Entrance fees and excursions not mentioned
- Travel insurance
Clearly planned. Transparently priced.
Renault Duster 4x4: from €4,085 per person based on two guests in a double room.
Nissan X-Trail 4x4: from €4,283 per person based on two guests.
Other occupancy options and vehicle classes available upon request.
DEPARTURE DATES
Arrival is possible daily.
Tour code:
WDHSD008
Good to know.
Can the trip start on any day?
Yes, in principle, the self-drive tour can begin on any day.
What kind of vehicle is provided?
A 4WD SUV such as a Renault Duster or Nissan X-Trail with comprehensive insurance coverage.
Is Chobe included?
Yes. You will spend three nights at the Chobe River Front and can enjoy daily safari activities.
Are Victoria Falls part of the route?
Yes. A day trip from Kasane is included; entrance fees and visas are to be paid separately.
How demanding are the driving days?
Some legs are long, for example, Rundu to Okonjima. The roads are generally in good condition, but you should still allow plenty of time.
To ensure you are well-informed for your travels.
The route serves as inspiration and can be customized. It is only partially suitable for people with limited mobility.
For your booked journey, we provide a personal digital itinerary with the detailed route, accommodation information, driving directions and further travel guidance.
The digital travel documents are provided through our partner Wetu B.V., based in Cape Town, South Africa. Wetu B.V.’s privacy policy applies when you use the service. Further information is available in Wetu’s privacy policy.
In its current form, this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, this does not necessarily mean that a trip is not possible for you.
Please get in touch. We would be happy to provide personal advice and work with you to see if and how we can tailor the itinerary and individual services to your specific needs.
Let’s find out together whether this journey is right for you.
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