Etosha, Delta & Chobe Trail South – 2026
Year-round | Northbound
EXPLORER
ZAR 48,350
PER PERSON SHARING
CLASSIC
ZAR 63,750
PER PERSON SHARING
ZAR 4,670
OPTIONAL SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
ZAR 6,520
COMPULSORY SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
EXPLORER OR CLASSIC - CHOOSE YOUR STYLE
The Etosha, Delta & Chobe Trail South 12-day journey links Victoria Falls, Botswana’s wildlife-rich waterways and Namibia’s vast salt pans in one seamless southbound safari route. Beginning at the thundering Victoria Falls, optional guided walks, sunset Zambezi River cruises and scenic flights showcase one of Africa’s most iconic natural wonders before crossing into Botswana to explore the Chobe River by boat, where elephants, hippos and abundant birdlife gather along the banks. Continue into the Okavango Delta, with mokoro excursions through reed-lined channels and open-vehicle game drives in Moremi Game Reserve and the Khwai Conservation Area revealing predator-rich floodplains and diverse wetland habitats. The journey culminates in Namibia’s Etosha National Park, where guided safari drives across shimmering salt pans and savannah landscapes offer sightings of lion, elephant, rhino and a variety of plains game. This multi-country African safari captures the dramatic transitions between river, delta and desert ecosystems across Southern Africa’s most celebrated wildlife regions.
Highlights
- Etosha National Park
- Kavango River Boat Cruise
- Delta Scenic Flight (Optional)
- Khwai & Moremi Safari
- Mokoro Trip Okavango Delta
- Elephants Sands Waterhole
- Chobe River Boat Cruise
- Chobe Safari (Optional)
- Victoria Falls
This Etosha, Delta & Chobe Trail route is available in two travel styles: Explorer (camping) and Classic (accommodated). Both follow the same expertly guided itinerary, travelling through Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe, while offering different accommodation experiences.
Explorer is our authentic camping option, providing a spacious dome tent (2.4m x 2.4m) with a 5cm-thick mattress. Travellers will need to bring their own sleeping bag and participate in certain camp duties, creating a hands-on overland adventure.
Classic offers greater comfort, with accommodation in permanent tents, guesthouses, lodges and hotels along the route, while maintaining the same immersive safari and overland experience.

Classic Tents

Permanent Tents

Hotels & Resorts

Lodges & Guesthouses

Classic Small Group Truck
Our scheduled tour trucks are equipped with 20 seats and extra space for storing camping gear. Perfect for
both small and large groups, the trucks also feature a club area with 4 additional seats, ideal for playing cards or socializing.
Additional features include:
Overhead luggage racks –
USB ports for charging devices –
Large dropdown tinted windows –
Window shading –
Locker space (35cm square, 80cm deep)

4×4 Safari Vehicle
We offer a range of vehicles to enhance your safari or game drive experience. These include standard open-sided 4×4 vehicles and safari mini-vans with pop-up roofs.
Key vehicle features:
Pop-up roof or open sides –
4-wheel drive –
Comfortable seating –
Capable of traversing rugged terrain
Revelling with an extra day in Etosha National Park, this tour encompasses Namibia’s esteemed park alongside Botswana’s crown jewel, the Okavango Delta, and Victoria Falls, without compromise to our tried-and-tested routes. Prepare to be swept away by lunar-esque to reed-filled landscapes, flourishing with wildlife and safari sightings galore.
Start with the drumbeat of Victoria Falls, locally revered as “Mosi-oa Tunya” or “the Smoke that Thunders,” where the Zambezi River plunges into the Batoka Gorge. Whether you chase thrills with optional adventure activities or opt for serene walks along the rainforest trails, Victoria Falls is a memorable beginning.
Crossing into Botswana, we descend into the verdant riverbanks of Kasane and the Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA) – an incredible cross-border conservation effort spearheading the protection of five countries’ wildlife havens reliant on the Kavango and Zambezi rivers. The lifeblood of this region, the Chobe River, invites us on an afternoon cruise to liaise with grunting hippos from the shallows and birdlife chirping from overhanging branches.
From the waterways of Chobe, we travel south past the salt flats of the Makgadikgadi Pans and onward to the Moremi Game Reserve and the Khwai Conservation Area. Trading our truck for a 4×4 safari vehicle, we plunge into the wilds of Moremi’s thickets for a full day safari, looking to spot the many species hunkering in acacia woodland and grasses. Awaiting us the next day is an outing like no other. Climbing into traditional dugout canoes called mokoro, we sojourn into the Okavango Delta’s waterways within Khwai, breathing in the natural splendor around us as our local guides navigate through the reeds.
Bidding goodbye to Khwai, we head towards Namibia’s border. Those craving a panoramic perspective may take an optional flight above the mosaic of channels and floodplains. Arriving in Divundu, the Kavango River brings a moment of perfect tranquillity with birds and elephants on a boat cruise.
Our venture delivers us to the highlight of Etosha National Park, where wildlife roams the baked white salt pans for watering holes. Upon arrival, you’ll delve into the lunar-esque landscape on a sunset safari. This is the perfect time for rarer nocturnal sightings. A full-day safari follows, with a platter of possibilities like “ghost” elephants coated in the clay and lions stalking the waterholes from the shade. Another afternoon safari on our Nomad vehicle arises, giving you another chance to spot wildlife before travelling to Namibia’s desert encompassed capital, Windhoek, where we wrap up our expedition with goodbyes and exceptional memories.
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DEPARTURES ON PROMOTION
Tour Itinerary
This below itinerary is flexible and can be changed without notice. A detailed, up-to-date dossier itinerary is available to download for this tour.
Today is your arrival day in the town of Victoria Falls, home to the spectacular Victoria Falls. The bustling adventure town of Victoria Falls also offers a range of optional activities for those wanting a dose of adrenaline, today is your chance to participate in the various activities on offer. For the more relaxed traveller there are craft markets to explore and a delicious high tea is on offer at the Victoria Falls Hotel. You will meet your crew in the reception area of Shearwater at 17:00pm. This evening, you have the option to join the group for an optional dinner at a local restaurant, where you can enjoy a meal and reflect on the day’s adventures. Your guide will arrange a booking for those who wish to participate.
(As we will depart Victoria Falls tomorrow morning, if you wish to participate in the many optional activities, we would advise that you plan to arrive in Victoria Falls a day or two earlier).
This morning, we depart Victoria Falls and travel the short distance to the Botswana border. Crossing into Botswana, we enter the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area. Spanning five countries, including parts of our route through Botswana and Namibia, is one of the world's largest protected areas, supporting diverse wildlife and ecosystems. We will arrive at our accommodation in time to set up camp on the banks of the Chobe River, before heading out for our afternoon activity. In the afternoon we explore the Chobe National Park from the river, enjoying a leisurely boat cruise which allows us an up close and personal experience with the many elephants that frequent the river in the afternoons.
We leave the banks of the Chobe River, and head south into the Kalahari Desert. You’ll notice the ‘bushveld’ change as you get closer to Nata, our overnight stop close to Botswana’s famous salt pans.
You will be separated from your Nomad truck for the next 2 nights and it is therefore important that you pack/gather your personal belongings which you may need, before we depart camp today. Please pack lightly and only take what you need for the following two nights. Accommodation in Khwai can best be described as a rustic style mobile fly camp. Your meru style tent is equipped with 2 single beds and adjoining en-suite amenities consisting of a bucket shower system and chemical toilet. Today we make our way towards the Okavango Delta, stopping at the viewing point of the Salt Pans en-route (seasonal access dependant). You will be collected in Maun in open 4x4 safari vehicles and will be transferred to the Khwai Conservation area. Our guide will prepare us on what to expect for our afternoon mokoro excursion into the Okavango Delta. (Please note: It is possible that the mokoro activity could take place the following morning, depending on the season).
Today is a full day game drive as we spend most of our day on safari in the Moremi Game Reserve in search of the species that roam the plains. Expect some bumpy roads as we traverse this wilderness area in our 4x4 vehicles. Offering habitats from wetland, open water to the grasslands and Savannah woodland, we hope to see as many species of fauna and flora possible. This evening we arrive back at Khwai to share and compare all the amazing sightings while on safari.
We will depart early this morning in our 4x4 vehicles and make our way back to Maun, where we will overnight, before heading for our next adventure in Namibia.
We depart Maun early this morning and journey northward through the changing landscapes of northern Botswana. After crossing into Namibia, we head towards our destination, the riverside town of Divundu, nestled along the banks of the Kavango River. Arriving in the late afternoon, we settle into our overnight accommodation and enjoy a peaceful introduction to Namibia’s lush Zambezi Region, where riverine forests and wetland habitats support a rich diversity of flora and fauna.
This morning we enjoy a leisurely boat cruise along the tranquil waters of the Kavango River, taking in the serene scenery, birdlife, and perhaps spotting hippos or crocodiles along the banks. In the afternoon, there’s an opportunity to embark on an optional game drive in Mahangu National Park, a hidden gem known for its rich biodiversity and frequent sightings of elephants, buffalo, antelope, and even big cats.
This morning we depart for the gates of Etosha National Park. With vast salt pans, savanna and woodland, Etosha is one of Africa's finest game parks. At 18 000 sq km, it is one of the biggest Parks in Southern Africa. Etosha means “great white area”, which refers to the large, dried pan in the middle of the Park.
We will head out of camp this morning to explore the surrounding plains in search of the many animal species that call Etosha home. After enjoying our lunch back at camp, you will bid farewell to the Nomad truck, crew and your fellow passengers and will embark on your tailormade Etosha add-on package.
Today is dedicated to exploring the wonders of Etosha National Park. After an early breakfast, you set off on a full day game drive into the park. Etosha’s vast salt pan and surrounding savannah support a rich variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, rhinos, giraffes, and countless antelope species. Your guide will take you to several waterholes, where animals congregate throughout the day—offering incredible photo opportunities and unforgettable sightings. You return to the lodge in the late afternoon to unwind and enjoy dinner, reflecting on the day’s sightings.
After breakfast, you will be met by a representative who will be transferring you to Windhoek. The shuttle service is expected to take between 4 – 5 hours. The shuttle service is offered exclusively to Nomad guests and the number of travellers is dependent on the number of guests booked. Sit back, relax and enjoy your drive to Namibia’s capital, Windhoek. Your tour will end upon arrival in the city in the late afternoon.
TOUR INFORMATION
17:00pm – Shearwater Explorers Village, Adam Stander Dr, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Included – Meals as outlined in the itinerary, which are prepared and served at the Nomad truck – Breakfast 19, Lunch 17, Dinner 15 / accommodation / qualified crew / filtered water / transport in the Nomad truck / included highlights as per the itinerary / entrance fees to National Parks.
Excluded – Items of a personal nature (snacks, alcohol, bottled water, soft drinks, tips) / entrance fees (associated with optional activities) / souvenirs
German Translator Available
The following optional activities are available to be pre-booked along with your tour.
Day 1
– Historical Bridge Tour
– Helicopter Flight over the Falls
– Bungy Jumping / Bridge Swing
– Sunset Boat Cruise
– Guided Tour of the Falls / Chobe National Park Day Trip
Day 3
– Chobe National Park Game Drive
Day 3
– Orange River Canoe Trip
Day 7
– Okavango Delta scenic flight
Day 8
– Afternoon Game Drive in Mahangu National Park
What is a single supplement?
On camping tours, single supplements are optional however on accommodated tours, single supplements are compulsory if you are travelling on your own. If you have purchased the single supplement, you will receive your own tent / room for the tour. However, in the event that your Activity Package includes an activity that involves accommodation, you will be required to share for the duration of that activity. The single supplement does not cover any Activity Package items and these are booked on a shared basis, regardless if you are on a camping or accommodated tour.
Only a maximum of 4 Single Supplements are allowed per tour. Any extra Single Supplements are on requests basis only.
When is a single supplement required?
All of our tours are priced on twin share accommodation. If you are booking one of our accommodated tours and you are travelling on your own, you are required to pay the single supplement. There are a maximum of 4 single supplements available on all tours.
If you require accommodation before or after your tour we can arrange this for you. We can also arrange airport transfers – contact your travel agent or Nomad to make these bookings.
Pre-Accommodation
Shearwater Explorers Village – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Post-Accommodation
Arebbusch Lodge, Windhoek, Namibia
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