What would be an example itinerary between Windhoek and Victoria Falls?

A straightforward 12-day route begins in Windhoek where travelers gather for a welcome dinner. The journey continues to Sesriem to explore the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei dunes (Days 2-3) followed by coastal activities in Swakopmund (Days 4-5). The route then moves to Damaraland to spot desert wildlife (Day 6) and Etosha National Park for game viewing (Days 7-8). A visit to the Cheetah Conservation Fund (Day 9) precedes the final stretch to Victoria Falls (Days 10-12). As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The tour fulfilled my expectations and was organised very nicely. Our guide was excellent knowledgeable and the accommodations were far better than expected."

What are the most common destinations visited between Windhoek and Victoria Falls?

Key stops along this route include the wildlife-rich Etosha National Park the coastal town of Swakopmund the towering dunes of Sossusvlei the waterways of the Caprivi Strip region and Chobe National Park in Botswana. Accommodations often include stays at properties like Namushasha River Lodge in Caprivi and Shearwater Explorers Village at Victoria Falls. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The game drives in Chobe and Etosha were brilliant and I loved the mokoro ride in the Okavango Delta."

What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Windhoek to Victoria Falls tour?

Prices for these tours typically fall between USD 4300 and USD 8500 with most tours averaging around USD 5500. This covers accommodations most meals game drives park entrance fees and ground transportation. For reference the 14-day "Namibia Botswana and Falls" tour starts at USD 4325 while a more comprehensive 15-day safari costs USD 8564. As noted by TourRadar travelers the "standard of accommodation surpassed expectations" with "beautiful boutique properties in spectacular locations."

What is the average distance covered on a tour from Windhoek to Victoria Falls?

The total journey spans approximately 2500-3000 kilometers passing through Namibia's heartland along the Caprivi Strip into northern Botswana and ending at Victoria Falls. Major segments include the 400-kilometer stretch from Windhoek to Sossusvlei another 400 kilometers from Swakopmund to Etosha and 600 kilometers along the Caprivi Strip to Victoria Falls. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Drive days are long and roads bumpy but necessary when covering such distances to take in all the highlights."

What are the average tour lengths for tours from Windhoek to Victoria Falls?

Most tours operate between 14 and 18 days with 15 days being the most common duration. Notable examples include the 14-day "Namibia Botswana and Falls" tour by On The Go Tours and the 18-day "Natural Treasures in Southern Africa" tour by Gebeco. These timeframes allow proper exploration of key sites including Etosha National Park Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned "Namibia Botswana and Falls was a trip of a lifetime with great accommodation in spectacular locations."

What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary from Windhoek to Victoria Falls?

The journey typically unfolds with 2 days at Desert Quiver Camp exploring Sossusvlei's dunes followed by 2 days in Swakopmund staying at Alte Brucke Lodge. Wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park takes 2-3 days with accommodation at Etosha Safari Lodge. Then 2 days along the Okavango River at Shametu River Lodge 2 days of game drives and river cruises from Chobe Safari Lodge and finally 2 nights at Shearwater Explorers Village near Victoria Falls. As a TourRadar traveler shared: "The tour hit all the highlights perfectly - from desert to delta to falls with excellent game viewing throughout."

Windhoek to Victoria Falls Tours

Imagine tracking elephants along Chobe River, witnessing Victoria Falls thundering with power, exploring Okavango Delta by mokoro canoe, and wildlife spotting inEtosha National Park. The ecosystems change dramatically as you travel, sunset safaris catch animals at their most active, and camping under Kalahari's stars shows you the Milky Way clearly. Windhoek to Victoria Falls? An epic adventure.

10 best Windhoek to Victoria Falls tour packages

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Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure
4.9 (17 reviews)
"Very informative, friendly people."
Phyllis, traveled in June
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 12+
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English
Operator
G Adventures
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Delta & Falls Eastbound: Baobab Trees & River Views
4.8 (16 reviews)
"Each place were we slept was safe, clean nice to stay there. The food, made by Ceo was very delicious."
Michaela, traveled in September
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 18-39
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
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US$1,279per person
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Trans-Kalahari Safari: 21-Day Namibia & Botswana Adventure to Victoria Falls
5.0 (1 review)
"excellent organization. breathtaking scenery, and exceptional guiding made this a trip we will remember for many years"
Brooklyn, traveled in February
Duration
21 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 9+
Operated in
English, German
Operator
T.S TOURS
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US$7,600per person
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Namibia, Botswana and Falls - 14 days
4.8 (4 reviews)
"The standard of the accommodation surpassed my expectations. We stayed in some really beautiful boutique properties in spectacular locations."
ClareBailey, traveled in October
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
Sossusvlei
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English
Operator
On The Go Tours
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US$4,760per person
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Southern Expedition from Windhoek 21Days/20 nights (Comfort)
Duration
21 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Across Africa Tours & Travel
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US$8,234per person
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Desert to Delta Odyssey: 21-Day Namibia, Botswana & Victoria Falls Safari
5.0 (1 review)
"Best time of my life. Enjoyed every moment of it."
Bronwen, traveled in July
Duration
21 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 9+
Operated in
English
Operator
T.S TOURS
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US$7,900per person
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20 Days Encyclopedia Of Africa | Private Guided Lodge
Duration
20 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
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English, German,French,Spanish+2 more
Operator
Motema Tours and Safaris
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US$10,182per person
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Journeys: Discover Namibia & Victoria Falls National Geographic
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Namibia Zimbabwe Botswana
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Sossusvlei
Operated in
English
Operator
National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
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15-Day Southern Africa Adventure: Wildlife & Culture Tour
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 6+
Operated in
English
Operator
Knap Tours Limited
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US$10,934per person
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11 Days Namib Desert , Sossusvlei, Chobe & Victoria Falls(Highlights of Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe )
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 15+
National Park
Chobe National Park
Operated in
English
Operator
Little Roz Tours
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US$3,300per person
+$450 local payments
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Botswana Adventure
4.0 (11 reviews)
"All aspects well organised."
Kim, traveled in February
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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Ultimate Namibia, Okavango Delta & Victoria Falls
Duration
17 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Professional Safari Africa
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US$19,200per person
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Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe “Dunes to Falls”
5.0 (1 review)
"Fabulous experience from start to finish."
Colin, traveled in May
Duration
21 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English, German
Operator
Sunway Safaris
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US$4,940per person
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Windhoek to Vic Falls Elephant Route
5.0 (1 review)
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English, German
Operator
Sunway Safaris
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Namibia, Botswana and Falls 2027 - 15 days
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Namibia Botswana Zimbabwe
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Sossusvlei
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Operator
On The Go Tours
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