Culture and Wildlife in North-eastern Namibia (G05) group tour 10 days 9 nights
Okonjima Nature Reserve - Otavi Mountain Region - Mahango Game Reserve - Kwando River - Chobe River Front 10 Days / 9 Nights
Introduction
On this guided accommodated tour visit the AfriCat Foundation at Okonjima. The tour also offers glimpse into the lives of the San people who live on a farm nearby Grootfontein. Experience the abundant wildlife of the Mudumu and the Chobe National Park. Enjoy a visit to the Popa Falls and the game rich Mahango National Park.
Valid for Travel till 31 October 2025
Minimum for 4 participants Maximum 8 participants
Valid for Travel from 01 November 2025 to 31 October 2026
Minimum for 4 participants Maximum 8 participants
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Itinerary
Day 1: Hosea Kutako International Airport - Okonjima Nature Reserve
Arrival at Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek, where you will be met escorted to Okahandja to Okonjima, home of the AfriCat Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation and protection of Namibian wild cats, in particular leopard and cheetah.
Overnight at Okonjima Plains Camp
Activities included: none
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 2: Okonjima Nature Reserve - Otavi Mountain Region
We are proceeding in a northerly direction via the Hoba Meteorite to Fiume Bush Lodge, where you can have a glimpse into the lives of the ancient San people during the bushman walk tomorrow.
Overnight at Fiume Lodge & Game Farm
Activities included: none.
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 3: Otavi Mountain Region
Today you can expect the most informal, liberating learning experience about the San people, their history, lifestyle and culture. You can look forward to a bush walk, village life, making of tools, jewellery and weapons. You will also learn how the San people start a fire, how and what to use as medicines and the different roles of men and women in the community.
Overnight at Fiume Lodge & Game Farm
Activities included: bushman walk.
Meals included: dinner and breakfast..
Day 4: Otavi Mountain Region - Mahango Game Reserve
We are travelling further north via Rundu to the Popa Falls at Bagani. We visit one of the traditional Kavango villages, before we continue to Mahangu Lodge. Enjoy the scenery on a sundowner boat cruise on the Okavango River late this afternoon.
Overnight at Mahangu Safari Lodge
Activities included: sundowner boat cruise on the Okavango River
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 5: Mahango Game Reserve
We are going on game drive today in the nearby Mahango National Park. Excellent game viewing, i.e. red lechwe, sable, hippos, elephants, crocodiles as well as bird viewing can be enjoyed.
Overnight at Mahangu Safari Lodge
Activities included: game drive and bird viewing.
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 6: Mahango Game Reserve - Kwando River
Today’s destination is the beautiful Lianshulu Lodge, which offers the opportunity to experience a wild and untouched island in the remote Kwando River.
Overnight at Lianshulu Lodge
Activities included: none.
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 7: Kwando River
Look forward to game expeditions in open 4x4 vehicles in the Mudumu National Park.
Game sightings in this river cradle could include vast herds of roaming elephant and buffalo, lions, hippos, leopards, sable, roan, lechwe and puku.
There is outstanding bird watching in this area in a variety of riverine, floodplain and grassland habitats.
Boating, nature walks, picnics, or infinite relaxation in the cool respite of Lianshulu Lodge are all possible; so be sure to chat to the lodge reception to book such activities.
Overnight at Lianshulu Lodge
Activities included: ask lodge staff to book available activities.
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 8: Kwando River - Chobe River Front
Today you cross the border to Botswana. Your destination is the Chobe Bush Lodge, which is situated in Kasane directly on the border of Chobe National Park and within 150 metres from the Chobe River.
Overnight at Chobe Bush Lodge
Activities included: none.
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 9: Chobe River Front
Take the time to enjoy this beautiful lodge and its wonderful activities.
Overnight at Chobe Bush Lodge
Activities included: boat cruises and game drives.
Meals included: dinner and breakfast.
Day 10: Chobe River Front - Victoria Falls International Airport
Today a road transfer will take you to Victoria Falls International Airport to check-in on your outbound flight.
Take care of all formalities and bid farewell to Namibia; we wish you a safe journey home.
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Included in this travel option:
• Travelling costs as per itinerary; activities, entrance- and park fees as specified;
• Accommodation on a shared basis;
• Meals as per itinerary;
• Mineral water en route;
• Experienced guiding in English or German;
• VAT and bed levy.
Excluded from this travel option:
• Expenses of a personal nature, i.e. laundry, telephone, gratuities, souvenirs, etc.;
• Personal-, medical- and evacuation insurances;
• Additional activities;
• Alcoholic beverages and all drinks.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 participants are required for this guided tour;
• For 2 and 3 participants an extra surcharge applies;
• Services and accommodations are subject to availability at the time of booking;
• It is compulsory for all guests to have comprehensive cancellation-, default-, baggage-, emergency evacuation- and medical insurance for the duration of the trip;
• The operator reserves the right to change the itinerary;
• All relevant booking conditions of Namibia Tracks & Trails and/or any other booked services will apply to your travel arrangements;
• The relevant cancellation policy applies should you fail to join or start your safari/journey for any reason, including airline delays or missed connection. Please ensure you have adequate travel insurance for this purpose. You become liable for cancellation penalties immediately on confirmation of booking services;
• Passports must be valid (usually for at least 6 months after date of travel) and still have at least 3 blank visa (not endorsement) pages;
• All visa requirements must be fulfilled and these are your responsibility.