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The ever-changing landscapes will form one of your lasting impressions of Namibia. In this scenically dramatic country we canoe on the Orange River, explore Fish River Canyon, climb some of the highest sand dunes in the world and drive along the rugged Skeleton Coast. There is much to discover, from a ghost town shrouded in the desert sand and ancient Bushman paintings, to the rich variety of game which abounds in Etosha National Park. In Botswana, we venture through the waterways of the Okavango Delta by dugout canoe and finally the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls are our welcome to Zimbabwe
**DAYS 1 & 2: GARIEP RIVER**
Leave behind the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town, take a long drive up the West Coast and cross over the border into Namibia. We have two nights to enjoy our camp on the banks of the Orange River. The next morning is spent exploring the river by canoe where the pace and mood are relaxed and unhurried.
**DAY 3: FISH RIVER CANYON**
Fish River Canyon, second in size to the Grand Canyon, is our next destination. The edge is reached with a startling suddenness, where dramatic views open up before us. In the cooler months we also sample the mystical qualities of the hot springs at Ai-Ais.
**DAY 4: AUS**
We drive on to the remote desert settlement of Aus and pitch tents. At Kolmanskop, a guided walk takes us through the ghost town, where diamonds were so plentiful they could be picked up off the ground. We also visit Luderitz, a natural harbour where penguins and pelicans are a common sight.
**DAYS 5 & 6: SESRIEM**
Continue along the edge of the Namib-Naukluft Park, a barren desert landscape home to wild horses The sand relentlessly drifts over the roads. We set up camp at Sesriem for two nights, under the Acacia trees. The next day we climb to the top of one of the dunes for an incredible view of Sossusvlei. In a landscape full of contrasts of light and shade there is a feeling of tranquility and an awesome sense of space. The photographic opportunities over the highest fixed sand dunes in the world are incredible.
**DAYS 7 & 8: SWAKOPMUND**
Travelling via Walvis Bay, where the lagoon is often full of flamingoes, our destination is Swakopmund. Explore this colonial town with its graceful art nouveau buildings. Our two night stop, in chalets near the sea, gives us a free day to enjoy the optional adventure activities. Quad biking, sand boarding and flights over the desert are popular choices*.
**DAY 9: PALMWAG**
The drive north along the Skeleton Coast is impressive. Following the rugged coastline along this lonely stretch of shore brings us to Cape Cross to see the colony of seals. We then head inland towards Palmwag, an area inhabited by the famous desert elephants.
**DAY 10: CHEETAH FARM**
The scenery today is a landscape of strange rock formations. We visit a Cheetah Farm in the Kamanjab area, home to both tame and wild cheetahs. Viewing them at feeding time is an option*.
**DAYS 11 - 13: ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK**
Etosha National Park, a vast white dust bowl in the dry season, yet a shallow lake filled with thousands of flamingoes in the wet months. We camp for two nights at Okaukuejo, spending the evenings at the floodlit watering hole, often watching elephants, rhino and big cats coming to drink. Etosha offers excellent opportunities for wildlife photography. We visit Halali and also move camp to Namutoni.
**DAY 14: NGEPI**
Today is a long straight drive towards Rundu. We pass rural huts of the Owambo people. Our rest camp on the banks of the Okavango River is a welcome sight on a hot day.
**DAYS 15 & 16: OKAVANGO DELTA**
Entering Botswana, we venture to the edge of the Okavango Delta. This fan-shaped oasis attracts an abundance of animal and bird life. With local guides we explore the maze of channels, lagoons and islands in dugout canoes, gliding silently past crocodile and hippo. A guided walk provides a chance for a close encounter with game. Bush camping on an island, makes for a true wilderness experience.
**DAY 17: KATIMA MULILO**
Leaving the Delta behind our route pushes on through the Caprivi Strip to Katima Mulilo situated on the banks of the Upper Zambezi River.
**DAY 18: CHOBE SAFARI LODGE**
Chobe National Park is one of the richest wildlife areas in Botswana. We take a boat cruise on the Chobe River, viewing game gathered on the riverbanks. Our camp at Chobe Safari Lodge provides a unique setting for the last night of our tour. Sitting together at the bar on the edge of the river, we marvel at the magnificent sunset in one of Africa’s great national parks.
**DAY 19: VICTORIA FALLS**
A short drive takes us across the border into Zimbabwe. Our tour finishes in the town of Victoria Falls where you can view one of the natural wonders of the world*. Optional adventure activities* include white water rafting, bungi jumping and elephant back riding.
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| Days: 19 |
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