36 days in Namibia, Zimbabwe & Okavango Delta Itinerary
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Start: Gaborone, Botswana
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Sesriem, Namibia
— 2 nights
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Namib-Naukluft Park, Namibia
— 4 nights
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Swakopmund, Namibia
— 6 nights
Shuttle to Windhoek, Fly to Etosha National Park
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Etosha National Park, Namibia
— 1 night
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Windhoek, Namibia
— 5 nights
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Harare, Zimbabwe
— 5 nights
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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
— 5 nights
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Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
— 2 nights
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Okavango Delta, Botswana
— 4 nights
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End: Gaborone, Botswana
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Sesriem, Namibia — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): explore the striking landscape of Namib-Naukluft National Park. Keep things going the next day: take a memorable tour with Tours.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Sesriem online trip itinerary builder.
Gaborone, Botswana to Sesriem is an approximately 15.5-hour car ride. The time zone difference when traveling from Gaborone to Sesriem is minus 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Namib-Naukluft Park.
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To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Sesriem online trip itinerary builder.
Gaborone, Botswana to Sesriem is an approximately 15.5-hour car ride. The time zone difference when traveling from Gaborone to Sesriem is minus 1 hour. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Namib-Naukluft Park.
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Namib-Naukluft Park, Namibia — 4 nights
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Explore Namib-Naukluft Park's surroundings by going to Gobabeb (Dorob National Park & Gobabeb Desert Research Station). The adventure continues: explore the fascinating landscape at Big Daddy Dune, explore the stunning scenery at Sesriem Canyon, and explore the striking landscape at Elim Dunes.
For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Namib-Naukluft Park trip planner.
Traveling by car from Sesriem to Namib-Naukluft Park takes 3.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to travel to Swakopmund.
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For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Namib-Naukluft Park trip planner.
Traveling by car from Sesriem to Namib-Naukluft Park takes 3.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to travel to Swakopmund.
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Swakopmund, Namibia — 6 nights
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Venture out of the city with trips to Spitzkoppe (in Damaraland) and Walvis Bay (Kayaking & Canoeing, Dune 7, &more). There's much more to do: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, push the limits with an extreme tour, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, and take in the views from Swakopmund Jetty.
To see reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Swakopmund tour builder site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Namib-Naukluft Park to Swakopmund. July in Swakopmund sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) to allow time to travel to Etosha National Park.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Swakopmund tour builder site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Namib-Naukluft Park to Swakopmund. July in Swakopmund sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) to allow time to travel to Etosha National Park.
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Etosha National Park, Namibia — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Etosha and then make a trip to Okaukuejo waterhole.
For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Etosha National Park day trip website.
Do a combination of shuttle and flight from Swakopmund to Etosha National Park in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and shuttle; or take a shuttle. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to fly to Windhoek.
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For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Etosha National Park day trip website.
Do a combination of shuttle and flight from Swakopmund to Etosha National Park in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and shuttle; or take a shuttle. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to fly to Windhoek.
Find places to stay Aug 1 — 2:
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Windhoek, Namibia — 5 nights
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Windhoek is known for historic sites, museums, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Christuskirche, browse the eclectic array of goods at Namibia Craft Centre, examine the collection at Trans-Namib Railroad Museum, and get your game on at Archer's Land.
To find photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Windhoek road trip planning tool.
Traveling by flight from Etosha National Park to Windhoek takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in August, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Harare.
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To find photos, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Windhoek road trip planning tool.
Traveling by flight from Etosha National Park to Windhoek takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in August, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Harare.
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Harare, Zimbabwe — 5 nights
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Sunshine City
When in Harare, make a side trip to see Imire: Rhino & Wildlife Conservation in Wedza, approximately Wedza away. There's much more to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Domboshawa Caves, have some family-friendly fun at Tamba Tamba, stroll through Kuimba Shiri Bird Sanctuary, and get your bearings at National Archives of Zimbabwe.
To find photos, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Harare itinerary maker site.
Fly from Windhoek to Harare in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Windhoek to Harare is 1 hour. In August, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Victoria Falls.
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To find photos, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Harare itinerary maker site.
Fly from Windhoek to Harare in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Windhoek to Harare is 1 hour. In August, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Victoria Falls.
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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe — 5 nights
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Victoria Falls is known for nature, adventure, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic scenery at Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls National Park, take a memorable tour with Tours, stop by Cultural Vibes Music Shop, and take in the views from Victoria Falls Bridge.
For maps, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Victoria Falls tour itinerary builder.
Traveling by flight from Harare to Victoria Falls takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Harare in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Victoria Falls, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Hwange National Park.
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For maps, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Victoria Falls tour itinerary builder.
Traveling by flight from Harare to Victoria Falls takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Harare in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Victoria Falls, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Hwange National Park.
Find places to stay Aug 12 — 17:
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Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): stroll through Painted Dog Conservation and then explore the striking landscape of Hwange National Park. On your second day here, see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.
To find photos, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Hwange National Park road trip website.
Getting from Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Hwange National Park can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Okavango Delta.
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To find photos, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Hwange National Park road trip website.
Getting from Victoria Falls to Hwange National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Hwange National Park can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Okavango Delta.
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Find places to stay Aug 17 — 19:
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Okavango Delta, Botswana — 4 nights
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Step out of Okavango Delta with an excursion to Okavango River in Maun--about 48 minutes away. Spend the 20th (Thu) in the pleasant surroundings of NG/32 Okavango Kopano Mokoro Community Trust. Spend the 21st (Fri) in the pleasant surroundings of Moremi Wildlife Reserve. There's more to do: stroll through Khwai Concession and snap pictures at Khwai River Bridge.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Okavango Delta trip planner.
Traveling by car from Hwange National Park to Okavango Delta takes 13.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.
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To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Okavango Delta trip planner.
Traveling by car from Hwange National Park to Okavango Delta takes 13.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Find places to stay Aug 19 — 24:
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Namibia travel guide
Land of the Brave
Since gaining independence from South Africa in 1990, Namibia has sought to rival its neighbor in terms of tourist appeal. While it hasn't yet gotten up to the numbers of South Africa, Namibia tourism sector has plenty to work with. The desert and mountainous areas represent a real source of appeal, with species of classic African game animals, such as desert lions, zebras, and elephants real highlights of safaris through the national parks. Namibians are rightly proud of their country, and the myriad traditional villages, colonial German towns, and lively urban centers all deserve your attention.
Zimbabwe travel guide
Tourism in Zimbabwe experienced a boost after the country's turbulent recent history seemed to settle down. Waterfalls, "Big Five" national parks, and the Eastern Highlands provide contrasting but complementary images of southern Africa, with the growing tourism infrastructure helping visitors see the best of what the country offers. Though corruption and unemployment remain everyday problems, the vast majority of Zimbabweans are a welcoming bunch, proud of the natural riches and culture of their hopeful country.
