Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
A classic overland journey through Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. The countries that lie at the southern end of the African continent evoke a strong spirit of the wild. From the seemingly empty and endless dunes of the Namibian desert to the teeming animal life of Etosha National Park, this itinerary traverses the greatest parks, reserves and landscapes that the south has to offer. Beginning in Victoria Falls Zimbabwe we head into Botswana for unforgettable wildlife encounters in two of Africa's greatest sanctuaries along the Chobe River and in the wondrous Okavango Delta. Passing into Namibia, we observe wildlife in Etosha National Park, marvel at the Sossusvlei sand dunes, explore the dramatic landscapes of the Namib Desert, and marvel at the enormity of Fish River Canyon. The city of Cape Town with Table Mountain as its backdrop, is a fitting end to this amazing adventure through Southern Africa.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Tent, Guest House, Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Kgalagadi Transf
Victoria Falls, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Augrabies Falls National Park, Namaqualand, Cape Town, Chobe River, Okavango Delta, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Fish River Canyon
Trek to see the mountain gorillas, swim with dolphins, walk in search of rhino or relax on sandy tropical beaches. Add in a few adrenaline activities such as bungy jumping, white water rafting, gorge swings or quad biking along with stunning gameparks such as the Maasai Mara, Serengeti, Etosha and Ngorongoro Crater will make this a trip to remember.
Note: This is one of our Overland Adventures which are run using one of our specialist famous yellow overland expedition trucks. Trips are run on a participatory basis – you’ll be involved in the day to day running of the trip and have fun taking turns helping to shop and cook for the group. Expect to sometimes get dusty and dishevelled and not to be able to have hot showers every night. Groups of up to 24 people are led by our crew of two.
Please note that the accommodation on this trip is predominantly camping, though there may be opportunities to upgrade this locally where rooms are available. Please see the trip inclusions for an approximate percentage of camping and room nights.
Our Overland Adventures provide once in a life time experiences and whilst some safari activities may be included in the itinerary, or be available to book locally, this should not be considered a traditional safari holiday, though we consider that part of the fun!!
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hostel, Hotel, Tent
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Cape Town, Masai Mara
Nairobi, Cape Town, Masai Mara, Marangu, Zanzibar, Lake Malawi, Harare, Great Zimbabwe, Bulawayo, Victoria Falls, Okavango Delta, Etosha Village, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei, Stellenbosch, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kigali, Musanze, Lake Mburo National Park, Arusha
I loved the itinerary! We saw so much in Namibia and Botswana. The wild camping was very memorable in the Okavango Delta. The lodge in Etosha National Park was special as we were walking distance to a waterhole and saw rhinos and leopards! We saw all of the Big 5 on the trip. The sand dunes were a highlight as well. I felt extremely safe as a solo female traveler on the trip. Everything was outstanding on the trip, and very well done. I also loved the group and sharing the experience with like-minded people.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Hut, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Windhoek, Maun, Swakopmund, Sesr
Windhoek, Maun, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Deadvlei, Okavango Delta, Guma Lagoon, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Etosha Village, Brandberg
SMALL GROUP COMFORT CAMPING: Take in the spectacular scenery, wildlife, and culture of Southern Africa on this 20-day overland adventure. Setting out from mighty Victoria Falls, search for wildlife in Chobe, Etosha, and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta, walk across giant dunes in the Namib Desert and marvel at Fish River Canyon. Ending in Cape Town, South Africa's captivating Mother City.
National parksWaterfalls
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Swako
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Chobe River, Okavango Delta, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe
Eight countries, 40 days, and one epic overland adventure that you will never forget. Start in Kenya and travel via Lando down towards Africa’s southerly tip. Along the way see some of the world’s highest sand dunes, float through the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe), and meet the San people in the unforgivable environment of the Kalahari Desert. From wilderness to rural villages and lively cities, this camping adventure will bring you closer to the true Africa. What are you waiting for?
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hostel, Hotel, Hut, Resort, Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Cape Town, Baobab Valle
Nairobi, Cape Town, Baobab Valley, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande Beach, Chipata, South Luangwa National Park, Lusaka, Victoria Falls, Arusha, Kasane, Gweta, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Waterberg Plateau, Etosha National Park, Serengeti National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Namib Desert, Fish River Canyon, Orange River, Cederberg, Ngorongoro, Bagamoyo, Zanzibar, Stone Town
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The 56-day Cape Town to Gorillas Camping tour is the ultimate African odyssey for families who want it all. Starting in Cape Town and ending in Nairobi, this explorer experience includes Cape Town, Eldoret, Cederberg, Sossus, and 32 more destinations in South Africa and Kenya. With every detail—accommodation, transport, meals—handled, it’s a true journey of discovery. The unique feature is the incredible diversity, from Table Mountain to gorilla habitats, ensuring there’s something extraordinary for every traveler in this extensive tour package.
ExplorerWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Cape Town, Cederberg, E
Nairobi, Cape Town, Cederberg, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Gobabis, Maun, Okavango Delta, Nata, Kasane, Livingstone, Gariep River, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Kande Beach, Chitimba, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Fish River Canyon, Zanzibar, Marangu, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Sesriem, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Kampala, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Bunyonyi , Jinja, Sossus, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe
Two iconic countries, endless adventure — all in under two weeks. Kick things off in Cape Town, soaking up the views from the top of Table Mountain before jetting to Johannesburg for a full week of safari magic in Kruger National Park. Track the Big Five, feast on mouthwatering South African braai, and visit Jane Goodall’s Chimp Eden to learn about inspiring conservation efforts. Then, cross into Zimbabwe to feel the raw power of Victoria Falls up close. From vibrant city life to deep community connections and heart-pounding wildlife encounters, this trip packs Africa’s best into one unforgettable journey.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Etosh
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau, Cederberg, Orange River, Fish River Canyon, Kalahari Desert, Namibia, Namib Desert, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe
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An exciting accommodated overland traverse through Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls), Botswana and Namibia. Travelling in a comfortable, custom-built expedition vehicle and staying in well-appointed accommodation with plenty of local charm, this journey offers an abundance of stunning scenery, unique wildlife and cultural encounters. The vastness of both Namibia and Botswana become apparent with wide open spaces far outnumbering people. A shorter version of our African Wildlife Explorer trip, this overland journey commences from Victoria Falls Zimbabwe. Be enchanted by a Chobe River sunset, and search for wildlife in the contrasting environments of the Okavango Delta and Etosha National Park. Ascend the highest sand dunes in the world at Sossusvlei; and enjoy cosmopolitan Swakopmund with its relaxed cafe culture and wide, tree-lined streets. The trip concludes in Windhoek Namibia.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hotel, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Windhoek, Chobe
Victoria Falls, Windhoek, Chobe River, Okavango Delta, Kavango, Etosha National Park, Etosha Village, Damaraland, Swakopmund, Sossusvlei
Nairobi, Cape Town, Etosha National Park, Waterberg Plateau, Windhoek, Ghanzi, Maun, Okavango Delta, Gweta, Kasane, Victoria Falls, Cederberg, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Chipata, Kande Beach, Chitimba, Orange River Plateau, Iringa, Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar, Stone Town, Bagamoyo, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro, Fish River Canyon, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Kampala, Lake Bunyonyi , Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Namib Desert, Kalinzu Forest Reserve, Lake Mburo National Park, Jinja, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe
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SMALL GROUP COMFORT CAMPING: Setting off from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, discover the best of Botswana and Namibia on this 14-day camping tour. game drive through Chobe and Etosha national parks in search of wildlife, paddle a canoe amongst the waterways of the Okavango Delta and camp in the Spitzkoppe Mountains. Climb the dunes of the Namib Desert, unwind in the German colonial town of Swakopmund and finish in the capital of Namibia, Windhoek.
National parks
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Windhoek, Swakop
Victoria Falls, Windhoek, Swakopmund, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe
On this two-week African family adventure through Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia, you'll get to explore some of the most varied and exciting landscapes in Africa. Starting in Victoria Falls on the border of Zimbabwe, we travel into Botswana before exploring Namibia and finishing in the capital, Windhoek.
Your starting point is the stunning Victoria Falls and the numerous activities available here. Leaving Zimbabwe we cross the border into Botswana and take you to Chobe National Park, famous for its thriving elephant population.
Heading into Namibia, our first stop is along the banks of the Okavango River, teaming with plant, bird and animal life and an area that is often known as the 'pan handle' of the Okavango Delta. There are several optional safaris from our camp both in traditional mokoro dugout canoes, and with open 4x4 safari vehicles. Moving on, Etosha National Park is one of the best places in the world to see wildlife and we have several game drives in our truck, especially looking out for the famous desert elephants there and enjoying time in the evenings at floodlit waterholes. Back on the road, we journey south to Ozohere Himba Village and Cape Cross Seal Colony. After passing shipwrecks sitting on the desert sands of the Skeleton Coast, we’ll visit Swakopmund, known as the adventure capital of Namibia where thrilling activities, such as skydiving, sandboarding and scenic flights above the stark landscape of the mountainous dunes are available. Coming towards the end of our trip, our next highlight is Namib-Naukluft National Park and Sossusvlei where we'll climb up the famous Dune 45 in the Namib Desert and see the ancient scorched black trees in the Deadvlei clay-pan. Finally we travel to Windhoek, Namibia’s capital and journey’s end.
This overland family adventure safari holiday allows you to experience the diversity and uniqueness of the different regional cultures, discover the abundance of wildlife, and get your adrenaline flowing with exciting optional activities. Accommodation is a mix of hotels/lodges, permanent camps, and in simple tents next to our truck. Travel is on one of our specialist overland expedition vehicles with an experienced tour leader and driver on board.
This family tour has a minimum age requirement of 5 years, with discounted prices available for children aged from 5 to 15. Our trucks have 24 seats on the back, and the group will be a minimum of 8 people and maximum of 18 (plus crew).
Note: If you would like to enjoy a longer family adventure in Africa with us, then our Tanzania Family Overland trip from Nairobi to Zanzibar runs immediately before this trip starts and the two are designed to be combined together if you wish.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Tent, Hut, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, Cape Cr
Nairobi, Victoria Falls, Cape Cross Seal Reserve, Swakopmund, Namib Naukluft National Park, Windhoek, Chobe National Park, Okavango River, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Otjikandero Himba Orphanage Village
SMALL GROUP LODGE SAFARI : Take in the natural wonders, rich culture and incredible wildlife of Botswana and Namibia on this 14 day accommodated, overland adventure. Start at the spectacular Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and end in Windhoek. Explore the Okavango by boat and on foot, game drive in Chobe and Etosha National Park, cruise the Chobe River and walk the world's highest sand dunes in the Namib Desert.
WaterfallsWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Lodge, Hotel, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Windhoek, Swakop
Victoria Falls, Windhoek, Swakopmund, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Etosha National Park, Damaraland
This month-long Africa overland trip gives you the ultimate family adventure to enjoy with your children on one of our famous yellow overland trucks. Connecting our Tanzania Family Overland, and Deserts & Delta Family Overland trips, this combined tour gives you 29 days exploring some of Africa's biggest highlights and experiences.
Starting in Tanzania, you have the opportunity to get up close to the amazing wildlife in the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, home to Wildebeest, Zebra, Gazelle, Giraffes, Elephants, Rhino and big cats - the opportunity to spot wildlife on offer is second to none. As well as the safaris, we will visit Masai villages, and stay in a local village at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, before we head to the coast. We'll take a short ferry crossing to the exotic island of Zanzibar, and enjoy a tour of Stone Town and a spice farm, as well has having several days to relax on the beautiful white sandy beaches at the north of the island. Here there are also many water sports options, including snorkelling, scuba diving, jet skis and kite surfing.
From Zanzibar you take a flight to Lusaka or Victoria Falls to re-join the truck (flight not included). After seeing the falls we visit Chobe National Park in Botswana, and the pan handle of the Okavango Delta in Namibia's Caprivi Strip. Continuing through Namibia we go on safari in Etosha National Park, famous for its desert elephants, before continuing south to Ozohere Himba Village and Cape Cross Seal Colony. After passing shipwrecks sitting on the desert sands of the Skeleton Coast, we’ll visit Swakopmund, known as the adventure capital of Namibia where thrilling activities, such as skydiving, sandboarding and scenic flights above the stark landscape of the mountainous dunes are available. Coming towards the end of our trip, our next highlight is Namib-Naukluft National Park and Sossusvlei where we'll climb up the famous Dune 45 in the Namib Desert and see the ancient scorched black trees in the Deadvlei clay-pan. Finally we travel to Windhoek, Namibia’s capital and journey’s end.
The trip starts in Nairobi, and finishes in Windhoek, with airport transfers included throughout. Accommodation is a mix of hotels/lodges, permanent camps, and in simple tents next to our truck. Travel is mainly on one of our specialist overland expedition vehicles with an experienced tour leader and driver on board. In the Serengeti we use specialist safari vehicles, and use a minibus after arriving on Zanzibar.
This family tour has a minimum age requirement of 5 years, with discounted prices available for children aged from 5 to 15. Our trucks have 24 seats on the back, and the group will be a minimum of 8 people and maximum of 18 (plus crew)
Nairobi, Bagamoyo, Dar Es Salaam, Lusaka, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Ngepi, Rundu, Etosha National Park, Skeleton Coast, Swakopmund, Windhoek, Meserani Snake Park, Serengeti, Arusha, Marangu
Julie IvesTravel Expert in Botswana & Namibia
Stephanie LouwTravel Expert in Namibia & South Africa
