2 Week Africa Tour Packages

Africa itineraries for 2 weeks

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• 14 Day Southern Africa Itinerary, incl. Namibia and Botswana

  Four countries showcase 11 destinations over two weeks. The itinerary features 2 days at Sossusvlei's dunes, 2 days wildlife viewing in Etosha National Park, and 2 days exploring the Okavango Delta, concluding at Victoria Falls.

  

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  • Day 1

    Windhoek, Namibia

    Land in Namibia's capital and take it slow. Windhoek sits at 1,700m, so you'll want time to adjust to the elevation. The city is easy to walk around. Check out Independence Avenue for craft shopping and see the German colonial buildings.

    
  • Days 2-3

    Sossusvlei & Sesriem

    Head out early through the Namib Desert to see the world's highest sand dunes. Climb Dune 45 before sunrise. It's a tough 170m climb but the dawn views make it worthwhile. Walk the 5km to Deadvlei before 10 AM to beat the intense desert heat. A recent visitor shared: "The contrast between the white clay pan, orange dunes and dead trees is surreal - bring extra camera batteries, you'll need them."

    
  • Day 4

    Swakopmund

    Drive 5 hours to this German colonial town, stopping at Walvis Bay to see the flamingo lagoon. The coastal weather is cooler here. With German buildings and palm trees lining the streets, it feels like a slice of Europe. Book afternoon activities like skydiving or sandboarding when the morning fog lifts.

    
  • Day 5

    Damaraland

    The 7-hour drive to Damaraland shows off stark mountains and plains. Look for desert elephants near dry riverbeds. The lodges sit high up with great sunset views. Pack warm clothes though. Desert nights get cold.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Etosha National Park

    Spend two days in this premier wildlife park. Focus your game drives around the waterholes, especially in dry season from May to December. A guest wrote: "The floodlit waterhole at Okaukuejo camp was incredible - we saw rhinos, elephants and lions all coming to drink after dark."

    
  • Day 8

    Okavango River

    Take a long but beautiful drive to the Caprivi Strip. The green riverside is totally different from the desert you've seen. Book evening boat trips ahead if visiting July through October. You'll see lots of birds and hippos.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Okavango Delta

    Boat into Botswana's delta. Take mokoro (dugout canoe) trips for up-close wildlife viewing. You'll quietly pass elephants, antelope and birds. Walking safaris on islands depend on water levels, highest from June to August. Bring quick-dry clothes and bug spray.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Chobe National Park

    This park is famous for its huge elephant herds in dry season. Mix morning drives with evening boat trips. The river cruises are perfect for photos of animals drinking and sunset scenes.

    
  • Days 13-14

    Victoria Falls

    End your trip at Victoria Falls. Go early morning to avoid crowds and see rainbows in the mist. Visiting the Zimbabwe side needs a visa ($30-50) plus park entry ($20). Take a sunset Zambezi River cruise above the falls for a peaceful finish.

    

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• 14 Day Southern Africa Itinerary, incl. Namibia and Botswana

  Twelve cities across 4 countries unfold from Windhoek to Livingstone. The adventure features 5km walks in Sossusvlei, game drives in Etosha and Chobe National Parks, and mokoro excursions in Okavango Delta. Includes 10 nights camping, 3 hotel nights, 13 breakfasts and 10 dinners.

  

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  • Day 1

    Windhoek, Namibia

    Your adventure begins in Namibia's capital. Take a relaxing afternoon walk on Independence Avenue to explore the city. Book your airport transfer ahead of time since airport taxis aren't reliable. Stay in Klein Windhoek where you'll find plenty of restaurants and shops nearby.

    
  • Days 2-3

    Namib Desert & Sossusvlei

    Drive south to the oldest desert in the world (5-6 hours). Get to the Sossusvlei dunes at sunrise to avoid crowds and intense heat. The walk to Deadvlei is 5km and needs good fitness and lots of water. Bring closed shoes since the sand gets extremely hot after 9am. You can cool off with an afternoon walk in the shaded Sesriem Canyon.

    
  • Day 4

    Swakopmund

    Take a 4-5 hour drive northwest to this charming German colonial town. Take a break at Walvis Bay to watch thousands of flamingos. If you want to try sandboarding or take a scenic flight book at least one day ahead during busy season. Plan outdoor activities for the afternoon when the morning fog lifts around 10am.

    
  • Day 5

    Spitzkoppe Mountains

    Camp surrounded by stunning granite peaks. Bring good hiking shoes for afternoon walks since granite can get slippery. One traveler wrote: "The rocks turn blazing orange at dusk. Bring a headlamp for getting around camp after dark."

    
  • Days 6-7

    Etosha National Park

    Spend two full days watching wildlife in Namibia's best park. Look for predators during morning drives. You'll often see elephants in the eastern part near Namutoni. Visit the enormous Etosha salt pan in late afternoon when mirages create amazing photo opportunities. Keep your food secure or the jackals will steal it.

    
  • Day 8

    Okavango River

    Long 7-8 hour drive to Rundu. The peaceful riverside camping offers a nice change from desert views. Watch hippos and crocodiles from a safe distance. Bring warm clothes since nights get quite cold.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Okavango Delta

    Enter Botswana for mokoro (dugout canoe) trips in the delta. Wear closed shoes that can handle getting wet for game walks. Go out early for the best wildlife viewing and bird photos. Pay attention to safety talks since you're in hippo and elephant territory.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Chobe National Park

    Morning drives give you the best chance to spot big cats. Take the afternoon river cruise to see huge groups of elephants drinking and playing. A visitor noted: "Seeing 100+ elephants at the riverbank was unforgettable. Bring a good camera with zoom lens."

    
  • Day 13

    Victoria Falls

    Cross into Zimbabwe to see the falls. Book helicopter rides for the morning when the light is best for photos and spots fill up fast. Bring raincoats for the walking trails since they get very wet from spray between March and July.

    
  • Day 14

    Departure

    Book afternoon flights so you can fit in one last morning activity. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the airport from Victoria Falls town.

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• 14 Days in Southern Africa, incl. Kruger Park and Cape Town

  Four countries reveal nine major destinations over two weeks. Three days in Kruger Park, 2 days each in Hwange and Chobe, plus Okavango Delta adventures lead to 3 full days in Cape Town, from Table Mountain to Cape Peninsula.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Kruger National Park

    Take an early shuttle from Johannesburg to Kruger. The drive takes about 5 hours. Plan your afternoon game drives when wildlife is most active. Get up at 5:30 AM for the best wildlife viewing. Animals are most active at dawn and the early start will be worth it. Bring layers since mornings are cool but afternoons get hot. You'll find the best Big 5 sightings in the southern section of the park.

    
  • Day 3

    Travel to Johannesburg

    Head back to Johannesburg for your Zimbabwe connection. Book afternoon flights from Kruger so you can fit in one last morning game drive. The drive takes about 5 hours so leave no later than 10 AM.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Hwange National Park

    After flying to Livingstone go to Zimbabwe's top wildlife sanctuary. You'll see large elephant herds and painted dogs here. Stop at the Painted Dog Conservation Centre for some unique insights. The best time to spot animals is during dry season (May-October) near the waterholes.

    
  • Day 6

    Victoria Falls

    It's just an hour from Hwange. Go early in the morning before crowds arrive. The morning light is perfect for photos. You'll need a waterproof camera cover since the spray can soak you especially during high water season (March-May). The helicopter flight gives you amazing views from above.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Chobe National Park

    Cross to Botswana to see incredible numbers of elephants. Take an afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River for excellent wildlife viewing. A recent visitor shared: "Watching hundreds of elephants come to drink and play in the water at sunset was unforgettable. The boat gets quite close but feels completely safe."

    
  • Days 9-10

    Okavango Delta

    Fly from Kasane to Maun then transfer to the Delta. Take traditional mokoro rides through the waterways. June to August offers the best mix of high water and dry weather. Walking safaris need good fitness levels.

    
  • Days 11-13

    Cape Town

    Switch gears in South Africa's most scenic city. Take the Table Mountain cable car first thing since afternoon clouds often cover the top. Drive Chapman's Peak to Cape Point but start early to avoid tour buses. Visit the Boulders Beach penguins in late afternoon when they return from fishing.

    
  • Day 14

    Last Day in Cape Town

    Spend your final morning in Cape Town. Browse the V&A Waterfront for last-minute shopping. It's just 20 minutes from the airport so you can book afternoon flights.

    

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