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Welcome to Namibia, one of Africa’s most amazing safari countries! The wildlife and landscapes that lie just over the horizon mean you have so much to look forward to and it all starts here.
Windhoek is one of southern Africa’s more relaxed capital cities, with wide boulevards and lots of German-era colonial architecture. The city also has excellent choices when it comes to eating and shopping, and it’s home to Namibia’s best museums as well.
A private guide holding a sign with your name on it will meet you on arrival at the Hosea Kutako International Airport and transfer you to the Villa Vista Guesthouse for your first night in Namibia.
The drive to the guesthouse will take approximately 45 minutes into Namibia’s capital city of Windhoek. We hope you get a great night’s sleep. The fun begins tomorrow!
Villa Vista Guesthouse is located in a quiet, popular neighborhood, but bordering on the Central Business District, it is only 1.2 km from the centre of town.
It enjoys the most magnificent 180° views over the city bowl towards the surrounding highlands and unequalled sunsets. It is close to all amenities.
Begin your tour with us as your safari dreams start to become a reality. You’ll join us for a briefing on the fantastic journey we have planned together as we introduce you to your friendly and knowledgeable guide. With these enjoyable formalities over, it’s time to get going!
Victoria Falls town is your gateway to the magnificent falls, and the views from close to town are among the best anywhere. Gaze in wonder at the scale and sheer beauty of Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the ‘smoke that thunders’) as locals call it. It’s an incredible experience whether it’s your first time or you’re coming back for more.
You will be met by your Crisscross Namibian Safaris guide, Randy, this morning at Victoria Falls International Airport. After a few short formalities you will be on your way to your first stop on safari with us, The Palm River Hotel. Drive time is approximately 25 minutes.
Palm River Hotel is a unique hotel offering unparalleled luxury accommodation without compromising a sense of home comfort; vast, unimpeded views which maintain shelter and privacy; the convenience of a central location preserved within a tranquil bubble of peace and quiet.
The hotel’s location could not be more idyllic, situated as it is along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, among towering indigenous trees and only 4 kilometres from Africa’s Natural World Wonder, Victoria Falls – so close, in fact, that on a clear, quiet day you can hear the thunder and see the spray of the mighty waterfall from your room.
Welcome to Botswana’s best national park for watching wildlife. You can look forward to a world-class wildlife experience in Chobe National Park. Chobe is like an extension of the Okavango Delta, and contains two of Botswana’s most rewarding wildlife areas: Savuti and Chobe Riverfront.
Big cats are a real feature in these parts, but it’s the big herds of really big elephants that will provide many of your most memorable sightings.
A visit to Victoria Falls is a truly awe-inspiring experience. As you approach the falls, you can hear the thundering sound of the water before you even see it. As you get closer, you are greeted by a breathtaking sight – a massive curtain of water cascading down, creating a mist that fills the air.
The sheer power and beauty of the falls will leave you speechless. You can feel the mist on your face as you walk along the trails, taking in the panoramic views from various viewpoints. The lush greenery surrounding the falls adds to the natural beauty of the area. It’s a place where you can truly appreciate the wonders of nature and feel a sense of awe and reverence.
A visit to Victoria Falls is an experience that will stay with you forever.
After your visit to Victoria Falls, you will join your private professional guide for transport to Chobe Game Lodge in Botswana. This is a short 1 hour and 30 minute drive in which you will cross the border and arrive at the lodge midday.
After check-in and lunch, you will enjoy one of the best things about going on safari, a guided game drive with a professional lodge guide. From your vehicle, you’ll have the perfect position for seeing many of the animals that the area is known for including big herds of elephant, buffalo and different antelopes and birds. Lions and leopards may also be seen.
Get up before the sun and go on an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park. It’s when animals are active and the light is at its most beautiful. You will join a local guide in an open- sided 4×4 vehicle as their vehicles are radio connected and you will almost be 100% sure to find the big cats on this drive.
Lion and leopard are most likely to be seen, with some other wildlife. Return to the lodge by about 09h00 for breakfast and spend the rest of the morning at leisure.
This afternoon you will have an opportunity to do a boat trip on the Chobe River for a great experience and photos of wildlife. Elephants, hippos, crocodiles, birds and many other species of wildlife are likely to be seen.
Along the banks of the Chobe River and removed from other camps and lodges, Chobe Game Lodge is a terrific place to experience the beauty of this wildlife-rich area.
Located on the banks of the stunning Chobe River, the lodge is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty and abundant wildlife. The lodge provides luxurious accommodation and exceptional service, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay for guests.
From the lodge, guests can embark on thrilling game drives, where they have the opportunity to spot majestic elephants, lions, and a variety of other wildlife species.
The Chobe National Park, known for its impressive elephant population, is easily accessible from the lodge, making it a perfect base for exploring this incredible wilderness. In addition to game drives, guests can also enjoy boat safaris on the Chobe River, allowing them to witness wildlife up close while cruising along the tranquil waters.
With its stunning location, luxurious amenities, and incredible wildlife encounters, Chobe Game Lodge is a true gem in the heart of Botswana.
Moremi Game Reserve represents all that’s good about the Okavango Delta, both in terms of wildlife (the Big Five is always a possibility) and landscapes.
Moremi is a peninsula that unfurls deep into the delta, and because it is surrounded by water and islands, the wildlife encounters can be incredible. In the water, watch for hippos and crocs. On dry land, there are elephants, big cats and so much more to see.
Transfer by air, Kasane Airport to Camp Moremi.
This morning your private guide will transfer you to Kasane Airport for your flight to Camp Moremi. This camp is only accessible at this time of year by small aircraft. You will have a fantastic birds-eye view of the Okavango Delta. Have your camera ready!
You will arrive at Camp Moremi around lunch time. After check-in and lunch, you have the option to join a guided game drive led by one of the lodge’s professional guides. Get your camera and binoculars ready, sit back and enjoy the adventure of looking for wildlife!
Your stay at Camp Moremi includes two scheduled activities offered by the camp: guided game drives or a boat cruise safari in the Xakanaxa Lagoon and channels. Adventure awaits!
You’re staying in one of the loveliest tented camps anywhere in Moremi Game Reserve at Camp Moremi. Trees surround and shade the camp, and the safari tents will make you feel like you’re sleeping in your own private corner of the Okavango Delta.
Wildlife, including elephants, often wanders through camp, and there’s a pool, and appealing lounge, dining and bar areas.
The Kavango region, located in northern Namibia, is a picturesque and diverse area known for its natural beauty and cultural heritage.
The region is characterized by its lush green landscapes, flowing rivers, and abundant wildlife. It is home to the Kavango people, who have a rich cultural history and traditional way of life.
Visitors to the Kavango region can explore its stunning national parks, such as Bwabwata and Mahango, where they can spot a variety of wildlife, including elephants, hippos, and crocodiles. The region also offers opportunities for adventure, such as canoeing along the Okavango River or experiencing traditional dances and music at local villages.
The Kavango region truly showcases the beauty and diversity of Namibia.
Transfer by air, Camp Moremi to Kasane Airport
This morning after breakfast, Camp Moremi personnel will transfer you to the airstrip for your departure flight to Kasane Airport, where you will be met by your Crisscross Namibia Safaris private guide for your road transfer to Namushasha River Lodge in Namibia.
After getting settled in and having some lunch at Namushasha, you will have a chance to venture out on the Kwando River for a boat cruise sunset safari, after which you will have dinner at the lodge.
You’re staying right by the Kwando River in a remote corner of northern Namibia at Namushasha River Lodge.
This elegant lodge has large, light-filled rooms with safari decor, and most of the public areas (including the lounge and dining area) have views over the river. Sometimes you can even see hippos, crocs, and plenty of birdlife from right in camp. There’s also a swimming pool.
Wildlife is recovering at Bwabwata National Park, in the Zambezi Region (which used to be called the Caprivi Strip) of Namibia’s far north.
Wildlife can be elusive but includes baboon, lion, elephant, African wild dog, sable antelope and fantastic birdlife.
After breakfast, your private guide will transport you from Namushasha River Lodge to Shametu River Lodge. The drive will take you through Bwabwata National Park to Divundu at the Kavango River, arriving by noon.
This afternoon you get to go on a guided game drive with your private guide which is always a safari highlight. It’s an especially good way to explore Mahango Core area of Bwabwata National Park along the Kavango River until sunset and get to know the wildlife.
Today you will do a guided game drive in the Buffalo Core area on the eastern side of the Kavango River after an early morning breakfast. Visit the Popa Falls, arriving back at the lodge by noon.
In the afternoon, you have the option to do another game drive in the Mahango Core area or take the afternoon to relax.
Shametu River Lodge enjoys luxurious solitude on the edge of the Okavango river with a magnificent view of the unique Popa Falls.
The lodge is halfway between the major gems of Southern Africa, the Okavango Delta and the Victoria Falls, making it an ideal stopover to unwind during your journey.
Explore the pretty setting and colonial architecture in relaxed Grootfontein.
Today you will journey southwest to Fiume Lodge after breakfast at Shametu River Lodge.
Driving through the Kavango Region you will see many Kavango homesteads and roadside markets. We will arrive at Fiume Lodge late in the afternoon. You can relax a bit before dinner, and then you will be treated to true Namibian hospitality.
Fiume Lodge is situated on a 1400 hectare private game farm. You can expect to view more than 10 different big game species (giraffe, eland, oryx, and zebra to name a few) and a variety of smaller mammal species.
The lodge offers a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for guests seeking a peaceful retreat surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
Etosha National Park is a true haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. This magnificent park is renowned for its vast salt pan, which stretches for miles and creates a unique and other-worldly landscape.
Etosha is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Visitors can embark on thrilling game drives and witness these incredible animals in their natural habitat.
Leaving Fiume Lodge this morning, we will make our way to Roy’s Rest Camp where you can take a walk with the San Bushman to get insight and learn how they use nature as their natural grocery store. The walk is about 1h 30min.
Afterward, we will leave Roy’s Camp, and drive further northwest through the town of Tsumeb, famous for its copper mine. This area is also known as the maize triangle of Namibia.
We will make a quick stop at the Hoba meteorite, considered to be the largest natural piece of iron on earth, and visit the Ghaub Caves to learn more about the region’s geology and history. Lunch can enjoyed in Tsumeb or upon our late afternoon arrival at Mokuti Lodge.
Later in the afternoon, if you are up for it, you’ll be heading down more safari trails in search of animals in Etosha National Park with your Crisscross guide when we take you on another guided game drive.
Come and see the best of Etosha National Park as we take you out on a full day guided game drive. Today you will explore other parts of this vast park and its epic waterholes and marvel at the changing landscape and scenery as you search for wildlife. Lunch can be enjoyed at one of the camps in the park
On the eastern doorstep of world-famous Etosha National Park, in the mopane woodland of the region, lies Mokuti Etosha Lodge. Situated only 4 minutes away from the park’s eastern gate, Mokuti Etosha Lodge is the closest lodge to the park.
Settled in its own 4,000 ha nature reserve the lodge shares its border with this magnificent national wildlife reserve. The lodge combines luxury rooms with excellent service.
Welcome back to Etosha National Park, one of the best national parks in southern Africa, perhaps even in all of Africa.
The wildlife here can be incredible, with four of the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants and rhinos) present and often seen.
Highlights here might include the lions near the waterholes, elephants caked in the white Etosha dust, and rhinos. The scenery is also unique, especially the vast salt pans that sweep across the middle of the park.
Today we will make our way from the eastern to the western side of Etosha National Park. What will we see today?!
We will make stops at various waterholes along the way in search of rhino, elephants, lions and the elusive leopard. You will see a noticeable change in landscape scenery as we move from one part of the park to the other.
It’s a thrilling experience being out in the fresh air and hoping that animals appear to make this a memorable day on safari.
Join us as we explore the western and northwestern part of the park on an all- day game drive, where there will dramatic changes in the landscape scenery. Lunch can be enjoyed at one of the camps in the park.
Stay just outside the southwestern corner of Etosha National Park at Etosha Safari Lodge.
It’s a lovely place to stay, with rooms made from brick and wood, and with plenty of light and space. The lodge has several swimming pools, a restaurant and a bar, and you can be looking for wildlife inside the park within minutes of leaving camp.
Discover the remote and beautiful, wild and picturesque world of Kunene in Namibia’s northwest. This region encompasses a biomass of landscapes neatly arranged parallel to one another.
On the west is the forbidden Skeleton Coast, a region of rocks, fog, shipwrecks and desolation, washed by the waters of the Benguela current, which brings Antarctic cold to desert heat. The region’s administrative capital is Opuwo.
The Kunene region covers an area of 115,293 square kilometers of the total Namibian land. It is the second largest region after the Kharas region. It represents 4% of the Namibian population.
This morning after breakfast, we will travel about 3 hours 30 minutes west from Etosha Safari Lodge to Grootberg Lodge via Kamanjab. Watch for the dramatic scenery changes and the stray Himbas!
After arrival and check-in at Grootberg Lodge, you can enjoy some lunch and take in the spectacular views.
Later in the afternoon, you can go for a guided walk that takes you out on the plateau into wildlife habitat – you’ll enjoy seeing Namibia from a whole new perspective.
This morning after breakfast, join your Crisscross guide for a nature drive on the way to Palmwag for lunch at Palmwag Lodge. Cross your fingers, maybe you’ll spot some desert-adapted elephants!
When you return to Grootberg Lodge this afternoon, after catching your breath, you will embark on a scenic sundowner drive on the plateau with lodge personnel and then return to the lodge for dinner.
It can be really hard to take your eyes off the views when you stay at Grootberg Lodge, which is in Damaraland, close to Palmwag.
Each of the stone-and-thatch cottages has a private deck that looks out over the spectacular Klip River Valley, and the lodge is part of a conservancy that supports local conservation and community projects.
Damaraland is sure to be one of your favorite areas in Namibia. You’re in one of Namibia’s most beautiful corners as you explore the northern region of Damaraland.
Apart from the beautiful and rugged landscape, where brown mountains shelter numerous prehistoric rock art sites, you might see desert-adapted elephants, giraffes, rhinos, or even lions, especially in the river valleys. There’s so much for you to enjoy here, from the stirring scenery of barren mountains and fertile river valleys to wildlife.
You will be traveling a short distance today from Grootberg Lodge to Mowani Mountain Camp on a scenic road through the mountains and the Huab River Valley. We will arrive around noon in time for lunch.
Your 3-night stay at Mowani Mountain Camp includes all meals and activities, so what will you do this afternoon and for the next two days. It’s up to you!
There’s lots to choose from:
A fantastic base for exploring the world-famous rock engravings of Twyfelfontein, Mowani Mountain Camp has bungalow-style rooms that blend in beautifully with the rocky hills of Damaraland.
The camp has a swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar, all of which take advantage of the camp’s terrific location.
Skeleton Coast National Park stretches for many remote miles along Namibia’s northwestern shoreline and is simply magnificent. It is another world where crashing waves meet seas of sand dunes, with shipwrecks marooned in the sands in many places.
You’ll spend time in Swakopmund, which is southern Africa’s adventure capital. It’s an appealing town, with some really lovely architecture (including Lutheran churches and German half-timbered houses) and really big sand dunes are never far away.
Leaving Damaraland this morning, you travel via Uis, an old mining town, past the Brandberg, the highest mountain in Namibia, with ever-changing scenery to Henties Bay on the Skeleton Coast. Enjoy lunch in Henties Bay at the hotel with a view over the sea.
Depart to Swakopmund and stop at a shipwreck near the main road. Arrive in Swakopmund late afternoon for check-in. Your private guide can assist you with dinner recommendations and reservations at one of the great restaurants on the water.
At The Strand Hotel Swakopmund you couldn’t be any closer to the sea without getting wet.
The modern rooms here are well-sized, and look out over the hotel’s garden or the ocean. The bar and restaurant facilities include a beachside terrace where the Atlantic Ocean views seem to go on forever while you enjoy a drink or a meal.
Namib-Naukluft National Park has some of the most amazing landscapes anywhere in Namibia.
Inside its boundaries are the Sossusvlei sand dunes and the Naukluft Mountains; the latter has lots of wonderful hiking trails. Wildlife can be hard to see here, but keep an eye out for gemsbok and perhaps even other animals too.
This morning you will join your private guide and head southwest through the Namib-Naukluft National Park with a quick stop in Solitaire, where you can enjoy freshly baked apple pie or other delicious pastries before departing to Le Mirage Resort & Spa.
On the way you will cross the Tropic of Capricorn, and drive through the Kuiseb Canyon with always changing scenery where photo opportunities abound. The remainder of your day is at your leisure.
This morning you will see the sunrise over the Namib Desert and be treated to a champagne breakfast.
Afterward, your private guide will pick you up to explore Sossuvlei, Deadvlei, Dune 45 and Sesriem Canyon.
This morning after your hot air balloon safari, your Crisscross Namibia Safaris guide will pick you up and you will head into Namib-Naukluft National park. Scenery and color changes of the dunes are spectacular as the sun moves from east to west during the morning.
We will visit Dune 45 for great pictures of the surrounding desert area, and Deadvlei with its towering sand dunes, which some say are the highest in the world. Deadvlei is a white clay basin with petrified trees estimated to be over a 1000 years old.
Walking distance from the parking area to Deadvlei is about 1.2 kms after driving the very sandy gateway. Hats, water, sunglasses and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. You can spend as much time here as desired. We recommend leaving the dunes just before noon as it gets very hot very quickly.
On the way back to the Sesriem entrance keep your eyes open for oryx and the stray ostrich.
Back at the resort, you will have time for lunch and a bit of relaxation before we head back out this afternoon to visit the Sesriem slot canyons just inside the Sesriem entrance gate. We will arrive back at Le Mirage in time for sunset and a sundowner drink.
There’s much for you to enjoy at Le Mirage Resort & Spa. This fortress-like hotel in the middle of the desert has a pool and spa, and a waterhole frequented by desert oryx and spotted brown hyena.
Discover the Kalahari, southern Africa’s largest desert that extends from South Africa and Botswana deep into Namibia’s west and central regions.
This is the land of the San people, and it is a vast and beautiful place of endless horizons, stunning sunsets and sunrises, and some surprising wildlife; there’s a good chance you’ll see sable in some areas.
Driving southeast, you will accompany your guide on a road transfer from Le Mirage Resort & Spa to Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch. This approximately a 4 hour 30 minute drive. You will arrive midday and have time for some lunch and relaxation before your late afternoon sundowner drive and cheetah excursion.
You will board one of the lodge’s game drive vehicles with a professional guide to experience the thrill of spotting wildlife amid magical red dunes, and then enjoy a sundowner atop one.
The cheetah excursion gives you the chance to get up close and personal with the fastest land animal on Earth. You’ll have an opportunity to shoot unforgettable photos of these gorgeous, graceful predatory cats.
The Bagatelle Lodge, in collaboration with the Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF), is a recognized site for the conservation of this species.
Bagatelle Lodge offers plenty of space, comfort, great views and a fantastic safari experience.
Located on the edge of the southern Kalahari in the mixed tree and shrub savannah, the lodge is crisscrossed by huge red sand dunes.
The owners of the lodge attach great importance to the preservation of nature and its living beings, so you can experience numerous species of animals and plants up close, including antelopes, springbok, zebras, ostriches, meerkats and cheetahs. You can also let the authentic Bushmen introduce you to their ancient traditions.
This is where your safari will come to an end. We hope that you’ve had the most wonderful time, that you have seen all the animals you dreamed of seeing, and that you will return home with beautiful memories.
We look forward to seeing you again!
This morning you will walk with the indigenous people of the Kalahari to their demonstration village and learn about the ancient traditions and secrets of their ancestors, get to know their survival skills and keep the past alive with them.
On the walk, you will be shown how to collect water in ostrich eggs, how to set traps, which plants are suitable for medicine and how to make pearl and ostrich jewelry. This is a truly unforgettable experience, and a fantastic way to touch African culture.
After your walk with the Bushman, it will be time to say goodbye to your Crisscross Namibia Safari guide, who will transfer you to the Hosea Kutako International Airport in time to make your flight.
We wish you safe travels home and hope you will forever enjoy the incredible safari memories you are taking with you!
We are excited to help you personalize your next safari holiday and turn your dreams into memories.
Enquire NowThe owner, André Blaauw, was born and raised in Namibia and has a rich family history and connection to the land.
Our experienced and culturally diverse guides are Namibian born and raised.
André & Michelle are always available to consult with you at any time about your wants and needs via WhatsApp phone or video call, text message or email.
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