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14 Days / 13 Nights
Zambezi Region, Caprivi & Etosha: 14 Days
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Etosha's floodlit waterholes; the Kavango and Kwando rivers; Bwabwata, Mahango, Mudumu and Nkasa Rupara; sable, roan, red lechwe and sitatunga; Popa Falls; community conservancies and the Lizauli Traditional Village; Zambezi River cruising and…
14 Days / 13 Nights. Waterberg, Etosha, Kaokoveld fringe, Bwabwata National Park, Mahango, Kwando and Linyanti rivers, Mudumu, Nkasa Rupara, Popa Falls, Katima Mulilo.
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Why this one is worth your time
You see the full price upfront, talk to a real person before paying, and reschedule free if your plans shift. The team running this trip lives in Victoria Falls.
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This one is for travellers who want a real guide, real flexibility on the dates, and a real person to call if anything changes.
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Experience overview
What to expect
14 Days / 13 Nights. Waterberg, Etosha, Kaokoveld fringe, Bwabwata National Park, Mahango, Kwando and Linyanti rivers, Mudumu, Nkasa Rupara, Popa Falls, Katima Mulilo.
Quick facts
Destination
Etosha's floodlit waterholes; the Kavango and Kwando rivers; Bwabwata, Mahango, Mudumu and Nkasa Rupara; sable, roan, red lechwe and sitatunga; Popa Falls; community conservancies and the Lizauli Traditional Village; Zambezi River cruising and…
Ideal for
Couples, groups, and custom itineraries
Support level
Local operator assistance
Route confidence
How this trip fits into a real itinerary
We check pickup timing, border movement, accommodation fit, activity order, and backup contact before confirming the final plan.
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Start point
Etosha's floodlit waterholes; the Kavango and Kwando rivers; Bwabwata, Mahango, Mudumu and Nkasa Rupara; sable, roan, red lechwe and sitatunga; Popa Falls; community conservancies and the Lizauli Traditional Village; Zambezi River cruising and…
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Route timing
Transfers, borders, and activity order checked locally
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Stay level
Budget, mid-range, lodge, camp, or premium pairing
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On-trip support
WhatsApp, phone, and local supplier coordination
Trip breakdown
What's included
Accommodation as per tier; all meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on the final day; twice-daily game activities with a licensed guide; park and conservation fees; road transfers; bottled water in the vehicle; airport meet-and-greet.
Best season: May–Oct for game and passable roads. The Zambezi Region floods Feb–Apr, which is superb for birding but limits access.
Pace and grading: Moderate. Long distances; the Zambezi Region is malarial, prophylaxis advice essential.
Ideal for: Birders, repeat Namibia clients, anyone combining Namibia with Botswana or Victoria Falls, fishing clients.
Accommodation tiers: CLASSIC: budget-friendly park rest camps or basic tented camps. COMFORT: mid-range safari lodges and permanent tented camps, en-suite, pool. LUXURY: high-end concession camps, private plunge pools, private vehicle and guide.
International and domestic airfare; visas and border fees; travel and medical insurance; gratuities to guides and camp staff; premium and imported drinks; optional activities (helicopter flips, rafting, spa, balloon); laundry unless stated; items of a personal nature.
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Itinerary
Windhoek north to the Waterberg Plateau. Afternoon plateau walk or AfriCat visit.
Continue to Etosha. Afternoon game drive and the Okaukuejo floodlit waterhole.
Full Etosha day, waterhole circuits along the pan edge.
Eastern Etosha, Namutoni, Fischer's Pan and Fort Namutoni.
Drive east via Grootfontein to Rundu on the Kavango River. Afternoon river cruise and a visit to a Kavango woodcarving community.
East into the Bwabwata National Park and the Mahango core area. Afternoon game drive along the Okavango floodplain for sable, roan, red lechwe and elephant.
Bwabwata, Popa Falls, the Kwando core area game drive and a boat cruise on the Kwando River.
Transfer to Mudumu National Park on the Kwando. Afternoon game drive and river cruise.
Mudumu, morning game drive, an afternoon visit to the Lizauli Traditional Village and the community conservancy programme that has driven Namibia's conservancy model.
Transfer south to Nkasa Rupara (Mamili) National Park, Namibia's largest wetland reserve. Afternoon boat and vehicle exploration of the Linyanti swamps.
Nkasa Rupara, full day among the reed channels and islands for buffalo, elephant, hippo, and outstanding birding including the slaty egret and wattled crane.
Transfer east to Katima Mulilo on the Zambezi. Afternoon river cruise and a market visit.
Zambezi River day, a boat excursion, tiger fishing, and the Caprivi Arts Centre. Optional cross-border day trip towards Chobe.
Departure from Katima Mulilo by air, or a road transfer east to Kasane and Victoria Falls (approximately 3 hours) as a natural extension.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
February has maximum water flow: The falls are at their most powerful with incredible spray (the "smoke that thunders"). Views may be obscured by mist, but the experience is dramatic. Temperatures are warm (25-30°C) with occasional rain.
Yes, bridge tours are available including: Historical tours explaining construction, engineering tours, and bridge walks. Some include bungee jumping or bridge swinging. Tours typically cost $15-$30 and require booking in advance. Safety equipment is provided.
The bridge was built from both sides simultaneously, meeting perfectly in the middle. Construction took 14 months (1904-1905) using steel shipped from England. The arch was assembled on falsework and then dropped into place - a remarkable engineering feat for its time.
Victoria Falls Bridge was completed in 1905 as part of Cecil Rhodes' Cape to Cairo railway vision. It spans 198 meters across the Zambezi Gorge, 128 meters above the river. Designed by Sir Ralph Freeman, it's a steel arch bridge used for rail, road, and foot traffic.
Zimbabwe side weather: Similar to Zambia but slightly hotter in summer. January-March: 25-30°C with rain. April-June: 15-25°C, dry. July-September: 10-25°C, cool nights. October-December: 25-35°C, becoming rainy. The microclimate near the falls is always humid.
It depends: Zimbabwe has more viewpoints and better overall views. Zambia offers unique experiences like Devil's Pool and closer waterfall access. Most visitors recommend seeing both sides if possible. Zimbabwe is better for first-time visitors wanting comprehensive views.
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