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Below you will find some of the highlights and add on trips possible with this route.
Please do not hesitate to contact us by telephone or e-mail should you need more information or have special requirements.

Custom made trips cost no extra and is always a private LB Safaris journey uniquely designed just for you. We offer you a private and personalized experience, designed uniquely each time. With every bespoke journey, we make use of the same expertise and creativity that we apply to all of our tours and trips to offer you an incredible experience. Let us know what you have in mind and we will do the rest.

	Makgadikgadi and Nxai Pan National Park West of Gweta, the tar road road to Maun slices through Makgadikgadi and Nxai National Park. Because of their complementary natures regarding wildlife migrations, Makgadikgadi Pans Game Reserve and Nxai Pan National Park were established concurrently in the early 1970s, in the hope of protecting the entire ecosystem.Read more... top
Activities & excursions with integrity and respect for man and nature.
	Chobe National Park The Chobe National Park, which is the second largest national park in Botswana and covers 10,566 square kilometres, has one of the greatest concentrations of game found on the African continent. Its uniqueness in the abundance of wildlife and the true African nature of the region, offers a safari experience of a lifetime.Read more... top
	Victoria Falls There are many different options to visit the Victoria Falls. It is possible to stay either overnight near the falls on the Zimbabwe side (Victoria Falls town) or the Zambian side (Livingstone town) or make a day trip form the neighbouring countries of Namibia or Botswana. Read more... top
Activities & excursions with integrity and respect for man and nature.
	Okavango Delta The perennial Okavango River runs southward into its delta across the Caprivi Strip from the highlands of Angola. Most of its water evaporates from the delta wetlands.The Okavango Delta, in the midst of the Kalahari Basin, is Africa's largest and most beautiful oasis. Read more... top
Activities & excursions with integrity and respect for man and nature.
	Waterberg Plateau Park The Waterberg Park is situated +/- 280 km north of Windhoek. The mountain owes its name to the springs that surface from its lower slopes. The lush vegetation that growing here contrasts sharply with the thorn savannah of the surrounding plains.Read more... top
As an official agent of NWR (Namibia Wildlife Resorts) we have an extensive knowledge of all parks and services offered. LB Safaris are therefore able to pre-book all accommodations, and other activities or services. We also include free advice of all services offered.
	Etosha The Etosha National Park is Namibia's best-known tourist attraction, and one of the most interesting and largest game reserves in Africa! Etosha is a combination of grasslands, dense brush and open plains in the south and dried lake (saltpan) in the north ......Read more... top
As an official agent of NWR (Namibia Wildlife Resorts) we have an extensive knowledge of all parks and services offered. LB Safaris are therefore able to pre-book all accommodations, and other activities or services. We also include free advice of all services offered.
	Guided Tour and visit to Himba village Himba excursion usually takes between 2 and 4 hours guided each time to a different traditional Ovahimba villages. This reduces the impact tourism has and enables a true experience of their culture and traditions. The guide always acts as translator and mediator during the visit.Read more... top
Activities & excursions with integrity and respect for man and nature.
	Living Desert Adventures Join Chris from Living Desert Adventures on a half day tour departing from Swakomund at 8h00 in the morning and finishing at approximately 13h00. This Desert tour concentrates on exploring the local dune belt between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund.Read more... top
Activities & excursions with integrity and respect for man and nature.
	Guided Tour and visit to Bushman village Be inspired, transcend and expand….find yourself in a wonderful and magical land. May your visit guide you safely as you explore these great treasures. Read more... top
Activities & excursions with integrity and respect for man and nature.
	Namib Naukluft Park Namib-Naukluft National Park is an ecological preserve and part of the Namib Desert in southwestern Africa, thought to be Earth’s oldest desert. The park is the largest game park in Africa, and a surprising collection of creatures live in this very dry region.Read more... top
As an official agent of NWR (Namibia Wildlife Resorts) we have an extensive knowledge of all parks and services offered. LB Safaris are therefore able to pre-book all accommodations, and other activities or services. We also include free advice of all services offered.
	Fish River Canyon The Fish River Canyon is located in the southern part of Namibia. It is the second largest canyon in the world and the largest in Africa, as well as the second most visited tourist attraction in Namibia after Etosha. Read more... top
As an official agent of NWR (Namibia Wildlife Resorts) we have an extensive knowledge of all parks and services offered. LB Safaris are therefore able to pre-book all accommodations, and other activities or services. We also include free advice of all services offered.

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Should you have any questions please contact us direct.

We will gladly assist you or answer your questions and/or queries by telephone where possible
tel nr +31 (0)521 511 800
Our team awaits your call on weekdays between 09:00 en 17:00 (9am -5pm) Central European Time.

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Do not hesitate to ask for free personal travel advice or a tailor made price estimate and/or quote.

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Brief itinerary

Starting and ending in South Africa this trip offers you the chance to visit three countries and includes most highlights like Victoria Falls, Etosha as well as visiting the Himba and Bushman! For travellers that have enough time on hand this is the ideal way to discover some of the world’s best natural phenomena. Driving north from the commercial heart of Africa this route takes you on the edge of the Kalahari to the beautiful Chobe National Park where herds of Elephants roam and wildlife is abundant. From the visit to world famous Vic Falls came be made as a day trip.

Backtracking to Nata and then through to the Okavango Delta where you can experience one of the worlds prime nature reserves. Travelling along the Kavango River and entering Namibia at the panhandle you stop over in Bagani before travelling through to the impressive Waterberg Plateau Park. From this point, you travel to the famous Etosha National Park. Here you can drive through the park and enjoy viewing many animals (incl. the big 5) and the vast open spaces of the Etosha pans. Frome Etosha the route goes northerly before bending more towards the coast. Stopping over in Opuwo you will have enough time to visit the Himba tribe before travelling on in the direction of Khorixas or Twyfelfontein. Here you the desert starts and you can experience many breathtaking views and scenery.

En route to Swakopmund a stay over at or near the mining town of Uis offers you the chance to complete the visit in the area (also the Brandberg White Lady rock paintings). In and around the lovely German colonial town Swakopmund there are many different daytrips and excursions possible. The trip takes you inland for a quick visit to lovely capital city Windhoek before going on to the Kalahari and the town of Gobabis. Just outside the town of Gobabis you will stay over at a lodge and have the opportunity to visit a real Bushman village. Meet the Bushman on their terms and with integrity and learn more about these fascinating people.

From Gobabis the route goes back towards the Namib desert entering it at the Namib Naukluft Park and stopping in the area of the Sesriem Canyon. Staying over in the area, you have a full day to explore the canyon and Sossusvlei.

From Sossusvlei the route takes you south and via either Aus or Luderitz (and a visit to Kolmanskop ghost town). Leaving Aus or Luderitz the route travels via the Quiver Tree Forests for a short overnight stop to the second largest canyon in the world. From the Fish River Canyon, the route enters South Africa again and travels through an ever-changing landscape passing the Cederberg Mountains eventually ending in the most beautiful cape in the world and Cape Town. Here you can visit the wineries in Stellenbosch or Franschhoek, see the world from the top of Table Mountain or visit the Cape of Good Hope.

Recommended duration: These trips are offered at a minimum amount of travel days suitable for the route and may be extended and are often possible to do in reverse. When requesting a price indication or quote we need to know the port, date and time of arrival and departure. If your flights are not booked yet we require the expected arrival and departure details of when you wish to travel. Should you have more time available we suggest you contact us for assistance in making a unique route to suite your requirements.

All cost estimates or price indications are on average accurate to +/- 1,5% of actual price, and are based on prices for services required in the period you wish to travel. Included in our price indication you also get an overview of extra-expected costs you will encounter whilst travelling like entrance fees, fuel, eating out etc. Prices for quotes are always based on provisionally made bookings and are therefore valid for a limited time only. Any quote or price estimate is for free and without any obligation whatsoever.

Would you like to receive a free cost estimate of this holiday? click here. (Always quoted in your local currency!)

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What is icluded in our price and what may you expect for your money?

Accommodation: we generally use the small scale more personally run establishments like bed & breakfasts, guesthouses, small lodges, guest farms and some boutique hotels. We also have a limited selection of the smaller and better 5 star establishments but generally work with 3 to 4 star accommodations. Due to the low population, density and relative large size good accommodation in Namibia is limited. Except for the smaller more personally run establishments we also offer a number of larger accommodations. A rustic and tranquil setting or charming country style building with lots of character and welcoming staff enjoys our preference above large organisations. Rooms booked are as a rule always with an own private en-suite bathroom & toilet. For more information on what to expect from a typical LB Safaris accommodation. Click here

In any cost estimate or price indication, we will give you an itinerary based on place name or national park visited. This is because we are mostly working with small-scale accommodations and can only offer specific accommodations once we have finalised your itinerary and you are satisfied with our price indication. Once this is, done we will provisionally book all accommodations (and other services) then offer you a quote that will be valid for a limited time only. Any price estimate/price indication or quote is for free and without any obligation whatsoever. Finally yet importantly good value for your money is important.

Our prices are as fully comprehensive as is possible checked regularly on exchange rate variations. Except for the accommodation and vehicle rental or transport including driver guide we include wherever possible and/or applicable local taxes, airport shuttles etc. See below for more information on what is included.

What to expect when you book a LB Safaris self drive trip.

IIncluded in our price: internal flights where required, airport transfers, car rental with unlimited kilometres and maximum no risk insurance, all accommodation (mostly including breakfast), free day tour, touring atlas of Southern Africa and accommodation to accommodation route description. Where accommodation is offered in a South African national park, the obligatory entry fees (not possible in Namibia) and game drives where requested are always included in the accommodation price.

Excluded are: International flights required to get to Southern Africa, fuel cost for the rental vehicle, toll road costs, meals not specified as included in the accommodation costs, expenses of a personal nature and entry fees to attractions and national parks not specified in the accommodation list.
Please note: when requesting any cost estimate or price indication we will offer you an extensive and accurate indication including most of the expected extra costs listed above!

What to expect when you book a LB Safaris individually guided trip.

Included in our price: internal flights where required, airport transfers, luxury air-conditioned minibus with private driver/guide, all accommodation (mostly including breakfast) also for the driver/guide, all meals and other costs for the driver guide, free day tour, touring atlas of Southern Africa and if required an accommodation to accommodation route description. Where accommodation is offered in a South African national park, the obligatory entry fees (not possible in Namibia) and game drives where requested are always included in the accommodation price.

Excluded are: International flights required to get to Southern Africa, fuel cost for the rental vehicle, toll road costs, meals not specified as included in the accommodation costs, expenses of a personal nature and entry fees to attractions and national parks not specified in the accommodation list.
Please note: when requesting any cost estimate or price indication we will offer you an extensive and accurate indication including most of the expected extra costs listed above!

Would you like to receive a free cost estimate of this holiday? click here. (Always quoted in your local currency!)

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Other important information

FREE DAY TOUR

All self-drive and individually guided tours to South Africa and Namibia for more than 2 persons that are longer than 12 days automatically include a free day tour on the first day of your holiday. When you start in following area’s or city’s - Cape Town, Johannesburg or Pretoria and Windhoek - we offer you a choice of several interesting day tours. This way when you arrive you do not have to start driving immediately, but enjoy at a relaxing pace of your holiday destination. Click here for more information

Please note: All free day tours are also separately bookable with any LB Safaris holiday.

CAR RENTAL
Usually included in our car rental are the following
• Unlimited kilometers.
• Airport collection costs.
• Local taxes.
• WA/BA-Insurance.
• CDW-Insurance(damage to rental vehicle)
• Extra Maximum No Risk insurance
• TP-Insurance(theft of vehicle).
• Extra cover glass, tyres and undercarriage.
• PAI- insurance (personal accident insurance).
• Extra driver: 1 extra driver included thereafter +/- € 15 administration fee per extra driver
• Contract fee: included only in South Africa.

Should you be picked up by our shuttle we will arrange for your rental vehicle/s to be delivered to your accommodation at a pre determined time. Cost for this service are payable locally only and vary (average at € 20,- per vehicle). For border crossing travel you will require extra documentation from the rental company. We will arrange for these documents to be ready at the collection or drop off point but the costs for these services can only be paid locally by credit card. These costs vary greatly so please do not hesitate to ask for the specific information regarding these costs. NB: You will require a valid credit card to be able to rent any vehicle. Click here for more information

WHY CHOOSE LB SAFARIS & UNDER WHICH CONDITIONS ARE YOU BOOKING?
Why choose Lekkerbly Tours & Safaris to book your trip in Botswana, under which conditions will you be booking and most important do we comply with regulations for a bona fide tour operator? Click here for more information